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Jessica OklaRoots

Small Business Series : Choosing My Name and Logo

My business name and logo were created entirely separate from one another. And neither were created to ever be used with an actual business.

"OklaRoots" was created as a name for a public Instagram account. I had just heard of a sew along (100 quilt blocks in 100 days) and not only would this be a fun way to learn how to sew, but I could win prizes! I think we all know the draw of social media and giveaways. Since I didn't want to use any personal information, I had to come up with some random name to participate in this event. I assumed the account would be deleted after the sew along was done.

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 8.16.2021 – 8.20.2021

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This week on YouTube!

Probably the most popular design of wallet to buy, we tried our hand at the small zip around wallet. This adorable pattern from Miss Freckles Designs comes out looking SO professional! Just take your time around those curves.

Mask chains are a daily accessory in our house! Whether it's school, the grocery store or traveling to local theme parks, it's so much easier to have our masks hanging close by than stuffed in someone's pocket. 

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 8.9.2021 – 8.13.2021

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This week on YouTube!

This week we put together some of the coolest hacks you've come up with for the fan-favorite Purse Pal from Linds Handmade! You can get so creative with these, and I love hearing other alts you come up with!

We've hit the first Friday of the month, which means it's time for another month of the Cotton Cuts Spring 2021 Sparkle and Shine Mystery Quilt! We've only got 3 months to go, and I cannot wait to see this quilt! 

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 8.2.2021 – 8.6.2021

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A great way to test out sewing curves and binding (and actually learn to love them) the Luna Pouch from Kandou Crafts is a pattern must have!

After many requests, I purchased the most popular beginner embroidery machine. This Brother PE 800 can do so many projects, and will continue to be a craft room staple if you upgrade to a bigger machine.

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Crafty Weekly Roundup! 7.26.2021 – 7.30.2021

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This week on YouTube!

Our Monday bag tutorial was for the ADORABLE and free Acacia Crossbody Bag, the perfect small accessory. 

For our embroidery tutorial we went step by step through my puffy hat process!

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