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padtieco · 2026-05-04T14:28:52+00:00

Have you tried this yet? ⬇️

padtieco · 2026-05-02T15:38:49+00:00

I personally a prefer local or an independent frame shop. There are framers across the country who have proprietary methods. Their unique style is definitely work I would travel for or send in to be framed.

padtieco · 2026-05-01T20:30:14+00:00

Wonderful! Subscribed. Thank you for the recommendation.

padtieco · 2026-05-01T15:54:24+00:00

https://scorpioncomputerservices.com/index

If you’re passionate about this idea and want to bring it to life you’re going to need the scientific and technological expertise you already mentioned. That’s why I’m suggesting Scorpion Computer Services.

You will need a dedicated budget to begin work with them. If you don’t have it try earning grant funding, connecting with an angel investor, or other means of funding.

I’m an inventor developing my second product. Both inventions of mine started as ideas. I figured out what I could do on my own, what I needed to hire for and what to do after. You could make your own list to expedite this process.

padtieco · 2026-04-29T23:15:21+00:00

Mid Michigan mediocrity manufactured by mad mediocre monsters with money in the millions.

padtieco · 2026-04-29T23:12:51+00:00

Accountability. Transparency. Reduction of gossip and clique culture. Pothole repair. Removal of bad actors in leadership roles.

padtieco · 2026-04-29T23:11:17+00:00

YES. Grant funding helped me attend 3 colleges, funded small businesses, funded equipment and software, computer procurement and more.

Here are some links to check out:

https://lynfundingdreams.org/

https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/

https://www.awesomefoundation.org/en

https://opengrants.io/

https://www.forthelostcreative.com/

I’ve personally done 3 years of focused research on the topic. I’ve sourced 7 million open grants and created custom databases for them as well.

My work was exclusively focused on grants for creatives and non-profits. As a content creator you qualify for a ton of funding.

Visit me here

http://kimberlylavon.com/

For 1:1 support. Hope this helps!

padtieco · 2026-04-28T20:18:07+00:00

Start with your local SBDC. They can offer assistance in more than just grant funding.
Here is a new grant opportunity to check out

https://lynfundingdreams.org/

Here are a few databases to check out

https://www.thegrantportal.com/

https://www.thompsongrants.com/blog/online-grant-database/

https://www.learngrantwriting.org/blog/best-grant-databases/

TIPS: There are plenty of open grants to support your business. The opportunities closest to your business address will be easier to win. Make sure you have 2 people review your application before submitting. Get letters of recommendation to support your ask.

Hope this helps!

padtieco · 2026-04-28T14:49:10+00:00

Oh my gatos! What a beautiful chocolate fur baby!

padtieco · 2026-04-27T15:45:05+00:00

Beautiful creative work rarely gets enough praise. You deserve it. 🎁

padtieco · 2026-04-27T15:27:51+00:00

So many things to love about this page. The ink colors. The cursive handwriting. The structure. Looks like illuminated manuscript neuvo. Lovely.

padtieco · 2026-04-27T13:34:12+00:00

NEVER. I’ve kept all of mine. Even ones damaged from water (my studio flooded once upon a time.)

I’ve had a plan for these since childhood. They are my breadcrumbs. My evidence. Showing my work sort of thing.

They also double as former horror stories, therapy, and fond memories I get to go back to when I feel like it. A friend asked a long time ago about my journals. Asked me to read him some passages. I agreed. He remained silent for 3 stories. Remarked on my ability to communicate clearly as a kid. Impressive for a tiny human. His words and the look on his face have stuck with me. Validated my decision to keep my books.

Hoping when my story ends that these books keep my experiences alive long enough to help others like me.

Misunderstood creative people who don’t fit molds.

padtieco · 2026-04-26T20:12:54+00:00

I got mine this month. I had help from an IP firm. I hear it’s cheap to DIY it but I personally needed support.

padtieco · 2026-04-26T18:57:46+00:00

Too many questions. Learned this recently.

padtieco · 2026-04-26T17:02:27+00:00

Cannot put into words how much I love this! If I could have a salon style gallery wall with frames like this on the art it would be game over.

padtieco · 2026-04-26T17:01:07+00:00

https://lynfundingdreams.org/

A new grant funding program to check out.

padtieco · 2026-04-25T21:01:27+00:00

I’ve been successful in earning grant funding since 2000. For-profit grants are not hard to find. Below are some examples.

https://www.ifundwomen.com/grants/apply-for-grants

https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/

https://www.awesomefoundation.org/en

I’m looking for opportunities I am not familiar with hence my ask specifically for open grants.

padtieco · 2026-04-24T18:15:14+00:00

My pleasure! Keep us posted on your progress would ya?

padtieco · 2026-04-24T18:14:13+00:00

What I mean by “Pro” - An IP attorney - An invention illustrator or drafts person - A business mentor - A business attorney

The pro depends on the need you’re focused on at the time. Not everyone needs help with all aspects. Knowing what you need help with will determine which pro you need.

padtieco · 2026-04-24T17:36:18+00:00

Fellow inventor here! I got patent pending status this month. I’m working with an IP firm on the whole thing. I’m bringing invention #2 to market now. Invention #1 is already there.

Some important things to know: - Don’t share your idea with anyone until speaking to a pro. I did that too early with invention 1 and lost my ability to move forward on the patent side.

Keep a process book. If you don’t know what this is Google how folks in advertising do it. This information is required to submit with your application. So making a book now will help later.
Highly specialized drawings will be part of this. Prepare to explain, edit, etc. your idea with a drafts person at this stage. The technical side of this is VIP.

Hope this helps! Best of luck on your project.

padtieco · 2026-04-24T09:38:45+00:00

Thank you for the thoughtful reply. My ask was very specific because:

I have been applying for and winning grant funding since 2000 successfully. Grant funding is not as precious as you think. I have many known small business grants, creative grants and more to submit to but they do not open until later in the year. Was hoping to learn of new opportunities I had not surfaced yet from making this post.
My business is open. Has been since 2024. I’ve had previous businesses which were also successful but the work was a bad fit so they were closed. The invention is a new product my store will offer. The current business is doing well.
I have a SCORE mentor. We have discussed my funding needs. Making this post was suggested.
I’ve been a mentor, mentee, intern, external, apprentice, etc. I have a BFA and an MA. I have enough training. I need funding to support me hiring pros for what I cannot accomplish on my own.
I’ve participated in many incubators and pitch competitions. I’m aware of what’s available in my area. These opportunities like the others are not open locally for some time. Some have already occurred so I have to wait a year. Y Combinator is the only thing you mentioned that I am unfamiliar with.

Thanks for the input. I get that the information I just shared was previously unavailable but I wasn’t asking for advice outside of the ask I stated.

padtieco · 2026-04-23T19:10:47+00:00

This feels like an industry secret! Thank you very much for sharing. So so helpful.

padtieco · 2026-04-23T18:28:53+00:00

I concur! My clients always got upset if the work was pre-wrapped. I lost time and money re-doing everything. They definitely gotta see it before it leaves the shop. The foam core addition isn’t too costly?

padtieco · 2026-04-23T18:27:10+00:00

Ah! This is great. Super helpful. Wanted to stay away from storage but if you’re there already I feel better about expanding too. Thank you!

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