"Do you create and sell handmade clothes, accessories, handbags, or jewelry for women? Children?

There are dozens of blogs and online boutiques that can promote and sell your merchandise.

Keep reading to find out where they are..."

Dear Independent Designer,

It seems that the old adage of success being 5% inspiration and 95% perspiration is 100% true.

In the big scheme of things, when...

Strong Talent and No Marketing Skills

VS. 

Talent and Strong Marketing Skills

...promotional prowess almost always wins by a landslide.

Alas, it's a bitter pill for many creative people to swallow. But it doesn't have to be.

The Internet is a virtual hotbed of promotional outlets. You've got blogs and review sites, search engines, text links, reciprocal links, Stylehive's, and more new marketing possibilities dotting the landscape every time you blink an eye.

The problem isn't a lack of web sites where you can promote your merchandise.

The problem is the amount of time it takes to locate all those web sites. It's a time-consuming task. Very research intensive.

And if you're not used to 8-10 hour days of reading web site after web site - (sometimes only coming up with a handful of useful information) - your frustration level will reach maximum capacity in a short period of time.

Besides, you're a designer - not a researcher.

And even though marketing is an extremely vital step, do you really want to spend the bulk of your time sifting and sorting through web sites?

Of course not!

And that's where The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory comes into play.

Whether you design and sell women's apparel, accessories, handbags, handmade jewelry or children's clothes, The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory is here to be your ultimate research assistant.

And an inexpensive one at that.

At only $24.95 per edition, you'll get a huge marketing boost without breaking the bank - or interrupting your creative endeavors.

Allow me to give you an overview of what's available...

The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory - Women's  Apparel & Accessories Edition

Who should have a copy?

• Clothing designers,
• Jewelry designers,
• Handbag designers,
• Anyone who makes their merchandise at home, or through a factory.

Inside you'll find 55-pages worth of fashion blogs, directories, handbag blogs, independent designer blogs and directories, and online storefronts.

I'll tell you exactly which sites to go to, what types and styles of products they promote or sell, who to contact about promoting or selling your product, and what type of information you'll need to provide in order to be considered.

There are many affordable advertising options as well. So I've also included advertisement costs when available.

Check out these sample listings...

Cuteable

http://cuteable.com/

http://cuteable.com/share-your-cute/ (Product submission information.)

http://cuteable.com/advertise-with-cuteable/ (Advertising information.)

Cuteable is a Monday through Friday updated blog that showcases cute handmade items. Categories featured include: arts and crafts, art work, baby stuff, bags, bath/body stuff, ceramics, DIY, home decor, hats, jewelry, pillow, scarves, shoes, paper goods and t-shirts.

Here’s what they say about improving your odds of getting featured: “Increase your chances of getting posted on the Cuteable blog by including a nice, detailed description of your photos. If there’s a fun or interesting story behind it, we’d love to know as well!”

Advertising is always an option here as well. Ad prices are as follows:

$40 month – 120x60

$50 month – 120x90

$75 month – 120x120

$125 a month – 120x600

They receive an average of 20,000 page views a month, and it’s a predominantly female audience.

(NOTE! Readers of The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory will receive an advertising discount from Cuteable. Your ad code can be found inside the report.)

Moondrop Clothiers

http://www.moondropclothiers.com/index.php

http://www.moondropclothiers.com/pages/handmade.php (Product submission information.)

The goal of Moondrop Clothiers is to encourage people to feel and look beautiful, be comfortable, and remain stylish while supporting and sustaining Mother Earth at the same time. They work with independent designers and artists across the United States.

If you're a designer, they welcome your one-of-a-kind items, especially those created using recycled/reclaimed, environmentally-friendly (organic, hemp, soy, bamboo), fair trade, and/or socially conscious materials. They do not have a consignment policy. Instead they purchase all items for the website at wholesale prices. Submission directions are located at the link above.

Cut + Paste

http://www.cutxpaste.com/catalog/index.php

http://www.cutxpaste.com/consign.html (Consignment information.)

Cut + Paste is an online shop that specializes in innovative, cute, handmade clothes, accessories, jewelry, bags, books/zines, paper goods and craft supplies.

Their consignment rate is 60/40 (you receive 60% of the retail sale). Your items usually stay in the shop an average of three months, although you can take them down before that. To suggest your wares you'll need to submit(http://www.cutxpaste.com/consign_form.html):

• Name,
• Company,
• E-mail,
• Web site URL,
• Item,
• Category,
• Retail price,
• Quantity,
• Materials used,
• Measurements,
• Product photos,
• Product descriptions,
• Some info about yourself.

The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory - Baby, Toddler, Children's Apparel & Accessories Edition

Who should have it?

Anyone who designs or creates apparel, accessories, jewelry, toys or bedding for babies, toddlers or children. Both handmade and manufactured merchandise.

Here you'll find 27-pages of blogs, boutiques and directories where you can promote, sell or advertise your merchandise. These are sites specifically geared towards children's products.

Here are a few sample listings...

La Bonne Vie Bebe

http://www.labonneviebebe.com/

http://www.labonneviebebe.com/product-submissions.php (Product submission information.)

La Bonne Vie Bebe is an online boutique specializing in designer children’s clothing, nursery accessories and decor, diaper bags, gift items, and stuff for mom and dad.

If you have a product you’d like them to consider, send an e-mail (submissions AT labonneviebebe DOT com) with the following information:

• Product details,
• Links to product pictures,
• Sizing,
• Wholesale and/or dropship intentions.

Mommies with Style

http://www.mommieswithstyle.com/mtblog/

http://www.mommieswithstyle.com/contact.htm (Product submission information.)

The Mommies with Style blog is updated daily (sometimes more than once a day, by different writers). They feature reviews of products for both mother and child including: bedding, bath/body products, books, child safety, products for dad, diaper bags/totes, feeding/mealtime, housewares, nursery products, jewelry, kids clothes, maternity items, paper products, toddler toys, shoes, slings/carriers and women's fashions.

If you have a product you'd like to be considered for an editorial review, send an e-mail to (info@mommieswithstyle.com) with the following information:

• Name/Company name,
• Types of products you sell,
• Web site URL.

Coochicoos

http://coochicoos.com/

Coochicoos is a blog geared towards the modern parent who's looking for cool, hip baby gear and accessories. Categories featured include: art, baby gear, baby shower gifts, holiday, books, clothing (boy, girl, baby, newborn, toddler), home decor, diaper bags, furniture, toys and travel.

You can e-mail product suggestions to (info@coochicoos.com).

Order now and begin using the

resources immediately.

The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory is a PDF document. You'll be able to start using the information as soon as your order is complete.

And what if you receive it, and you decide that it's not for you?

Not a problem.

Your purchase is backed by a 90-day money back guarantee. If you try The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory and find that it's not your cup of tea, simply e-mail me and request a refund.

No hassles, no delays, no probing questions. I'll refund your payment, and you still get to keep the report. You have absolutely nothing to lose.

(By the way, when you click on my PayPal order page link below, you'll see that I've been a PayPal merchant for more than 5 years, and that more than 1,000 customers have already ordered from me. You can trust that I do deliver.)

I look forward to helping you boost your business,

Alexis Dawes

Author, The Indie Designer's Online Marketing Directory

P.S.- Don't forget to check out my Indie Designer Marketing blog. You'll get new promotional tips every Monday through Friday.

Copyright © 2007 Alexis Dawes

P.O. Box 516

Summerfield, FL 34492

travelwithme AT gmail DOT com