All you ever see on social media are success stories. But no one never really sees the struggles behind the scenes. 🫣 The rejection emails. Invoices that keep coming in…but not many sales to support payment. When I want to throw in the towel, I then remember why I started in the firs

I like to be transparent with my client base. I’m not a very successful small business. I started SCC two years ago thanks to peer pressure (from peers that didn’t even support my small business). I was doing great on Etsy, until they suspended me. And it’s been an uphill battle sin

One thing that grinds my gears....is being considered an occultist or "Satanist" because I'm obsessed with skulls. Well...NO. I'm not. 😤 This has been my obsession since I was a child. And this isn't since I've moved into the bible belt. Because of my odd obsessi

My husband and I had been planning to move out of New York for sometime. Obviously, we were excited to start this new chapter together. I thought moving out of state would be about logistics. Forwarding emails. New licenses. New routines. No one warned me about the quiet grief of leaving be

Hey, it sounds like the perfect Friday night IMO 💁🏻‍♀️ Who else is ready to true crime binge tonight? #skeletoncrewcreations #truecrime #truecrimememes #darkhumor #homebody

We all find our zen in different areas✨🧘🏽‍♀️✨ But seriously, who could hold a position for a long time and not feel stressed? ? I need to know how this 40 year old cold case got cracked by a Starburst wrapper! That'll soothe me! #skeletoncrewcreations #truecrime #truecrimeme

This was quite a challenge, but I was so grateful to be a part of this!!!! 🖤💀 Between a tiny workspace and moving, I had to think outside the box and make the logistics work! Full video on my YT! 📺 #skeletoncrewcreations #smallbusiness #handpouredcandles #solopreneurs

Things I'm not falling for as a small business owner on Facebook: Toxic FB groups run by other small businesses that guarantee growth and sales. Aforementioned FB groups that also shame you for advertising your sales and products. Potential "influencers" demanding products for

Since as young as I can remember, I always had an interest in the macabre. I learned how to read relatively early, and was an avid reader. Even to this day, I’m working on a book. At around 6 years of age, my dad noticed I was reading the local obituaries aloud. Just because. Around this t

I thought I’d take this post to formally introduce myself! My name is Jess, I’m the owner of my small business Skeleton Crew Creations. 🖤💀🖤 I like to discuss true crime cases, as well as delve into the psyche of psychopaths. Many times while working in my studio, I’m usually listening to a t

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring… not even a mouse. The doors all were locked, the windows shut tight, Because in true crime, that’s survival at night. The stockings were hung, but with caution and care, Check your surroundings—don’t t