July Progress Update for Digital Dreams Printables: Behind the Scenes of a Dreamy Month

Hey dreamers! Welcome to my July progress update for Digital Dreams Printables. I can hardly believe how much has happened behind the scenes this month. As I look back, it’s amazing to see all the small (and sometimes not-so-small) steps that are slowly turning my vision for Digital Dreams Printables into reality.

Building this gentle, supportive brand has definitely been a journey. One filled with late-night brainstorming sessions, lots of learning, and a good dose of trial and error. But every little step truly counts, and I’m so grateful for the progress made so far. From launching new blog posts and products to refining the website and experimenting with Pinterest strategies, there’s been a lot of momentum this month. So, if you’re curious about what’s been happening and what’s next, cozy up and let’s dive into my July progress update for Digital Dreams Printables!

Website & Blog Upgrades Progress Update

After a busy month of dreaming, planning, and tinkering behind the scenes, I’m excited to share all the ways I’ve been improving the website and blog. Every update is a step toward making Digital Dreams Printables a more welcoming, helpful space for creative teachers, busy moms, and anyone searching for gentle routines. From reorganizing content to polishing up the look and feel, here’s a peek at the latest upgrades and progress I’ve made:

• Launched new blog posts focused on gentle routines, first day of school printables, and ADHD-friendly productivity tips.
• Updated my About page and homepage for clarity and warmth.
• Added new categories and reorganized my Printables Collection for easier browsing.
• Optimized existing pages for SEO, including meta descriptions, keywords, and image alt text.

Email Newsletter & List Building

Another big focus this month has been growing my email newsletter and building a welcoming list for Digital Dreams Printables. Staying connected with this community is so important to me, and every new subscriber feels like a little milestone worth celebrating.

Throughout July, I worked on creating more helpful resources for my subscribers, refining my lead magnet, and making it as easy as possible for people to join the list. With each update, I’m learning how to share value in a way that feels gentle and supportive—so everyone who joins gets encouragement, inspiration, and first access to the latest printables. Here’s what’s new with my email newsletter and list building efforts:

• Set up and refined my MailerLite account for email marketing.
• Created a new Free Printable Vault lead magnet and landing page to encourage newsletter signups.
• Started building my list with organic opt-ins and gentle calls to action.

Pinterest & Social Media Progress Update

This month, I also put a lot of energy into my Pinterest and social media presence for Digital Dreams Printables. Connecting with more creative minds and sharing my resources in new ways has been both fun and rewarding. Each pin, post, and caption is a chance to reach teachers, moms, and fellow dreamers who might be looking for gentle routines and calming printables.

As I continue to refine my Pinterest strategy and experiment with different social channels, I’m noticing steady growth and new opportunities to engage with my community. Here’s a quick look at the progress I’ve made on Pinterest and social media this July:

• Set up and branded my Pinterest account.
• Created and scheduled new pins for blog posts and product pages, focusing on dreamy, calming visuals.
• Planned a Pinterest board strategy, including SEO-optimized board names for my niche (ADHD women, teachers, gentle routines).
• Shared content in select Facebook groups for teachers and printables fans.
• Wrote and batched caption ideas for busy teacher content, ADHD quotes, and product spotlights.

Products & Printables Progress Update

Of course, one of the most exciting parts of July has been creating and launching new products and printables for Digital Dreams Printables. Every time I design a new resource or bundle, I’m reminded of why I started this journey: to bring a little more calm and creativity into busy classrooms and homes. This month, I focused on developing tools that are not only beautiful, but genuinely helpful for teachers, moms, and anyone who loves a gentle approach to planning and learning. From brainstorming ideas to polishing the final designs, it’s been so rewarding to see these products come to life. Here’s a roundup of the latest progress I’ve made with my products and printables:

• Launched and promoted the All About Me & Classroom Community Unit on Teachers Pay Teachers.
• Finalized my Lemonade Stand Learning Adventure bundle for K–3, including lesson plans, worksheets, and coloring pages.
• Started designing my Daily Goodnotes Planner for Dreamers in my signature brand style.
• Developed a Moon Phase Planner and additional gentle productivity printables for my upcoming collection.

SEO & Backlink Building

SEO and backlink building have been a big part of my July progress update for Digital Dreams Printables, even though I know this is an area that feels overwhelming for most people (myself included sometimes!). Diving into search engine optimization and trying to build quality backlinks is definitely a learning curve, but every bit of effort adds up over time. This month, I focused on making small, consistent improvements—submitting my site to directories, researching keywords, and writing original articles to boost my site’s visibility.

While it’s not always the most glamorous side of running a creative business, I know these steps are essential for helping new dreamers find Digital Dreams Printables. Here’s a quick summary of the progress I’ve made with SEO and backlink building this month:

• Submitted my site to several niche and general directory listings for quality backlinks.
• Wrote original articles for directory submissions and profile listings.
• Collected and tracked keywords for every blog post, page, and new product.
• Began a consistent routine of optimizing posts for long-tail search terms.

Business & Brand Growth

Finally, July has been a month of real growth for both the business and the Digital Dreams Printables brand. As I work on shaping the heart and voice of my brand, I’m learning how much these behind-the-scenes efforts matter for long-term success.

Whether I’m refining my systems, setting up better workflows or tinkering with settings, every step helps for future growth. It isn’t always easy to juggle so many pieces, but I keep reminding myself that sustainable progress is built on small, steady actions. Here’s a look at how I’ve been nurturing business and brand growth throughout July:

• Defined my brand’s voice and content strategy: calming, human, and gently motivating.
• Refined my workflow for product creation, blog writing, and content batching for smoother launches in the future.
• Outlined best-case-scenario SOPs for building new products and launching with less stress.
• Applied for several remote jobs and VA contracts to supplement my income during this growth phase.
• Started tracking pitches and networking with other women-led businesses and tutoring companies for future collaboration.

And if all of this sounds like a lot, that’s because it is! Growing a business, building a website, and keeping up with all the moving parts can be overwhelming, even for someone who loves the work. I got all of this done with my ADHD super power: hyperfocus! If you ever feel like you need help, support, or a bit of gentle guidance, please know you’re not alone. It’s completely okay (and honestly, smart) to ask for help or outsource the pieces that feel heavy. That’s part of building a sustainable business, too. Want to find out how I can help you with your chaotic business tasks? Here’s the link to my Portfolio.

What’s Next? My August Goals

As I look ahead to August, my big goal is to keep building on this momentum.

Here’s what’s coming up:

• Launching even more dreamy, ADHD-friendly planners and classroom resources
• Sharing gentle productivity tips and stories on the blog, and Substack.
• Growing my Pinterest and connecting with more teachers, moms, and creative dreamers
• Continuing to improve my website and make it even easier to find the perfect printable

If there’s something you’d love to see in the shop or on the blog, let me know! I’m always open to new ideas.

Want to Stay in the Loop?

If you want to keep up with my journey, get new printables, or just need a bit of gentle encouragement in your inbox, join my email list and unlock the Free Printable Vault! Your support means the world and helps me create even more resources for calm, joyful homes and classrooms.

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Thanks for reading my July progress update for Digital Dreams Printables! Here’s to a creative August ahead.