Liz Crafton Social Media & Marketing

09/07/2026

💻❤️ Helping Our Community Stay Connected!

I’m always excited to see local organizations creating opportunities that help our community become more confident and connected in today’s digital world!

My Community Partner, Digital Skills for Ownership and Sustainability, is giving away five free wireless keyboards to help local community members build their technology skills. ⌨️🎉

If you or someone you know could use a little extra help feeling more comfortable with technology, check out their original post below for a chance to participate!

And remember- digital skills aren’t just nice to have anymore. They’re a vital part of staying connected, finding opportunities, and growing personally and professionally. 💙

👉 Head over to their post, give it a ❤️, share it, and leave a comment to enter!

09/06/2026

📈 Proof that the right content + the right tagging strategy WORKS.

One of my clients just hit some pretty incredible numbers on Facebook over the last 28 days:

✨ 114.4K views — up 1,049%
✨ 955 content interactions — up 479%
✨ 136 new follows — up 750%

And no, this isn’t about simply “posting more.” It is not about paid ads, either.

It’s about posting the right content, reaching the right audience, and using an intentional tagging strategy to help organic content travel further.

When you understand what your audience responds to, who should be tagged, and how to structure content for engagement, the results can be HUGE.

Social media marketing isn’t just throwing a post on Facebook and hoping someone sees it.

There’s a strategy behind it. 📲

And when that strategy is working? The numbers show it. 👏

If your social media feels like you’re posting into the void, it might not be that your business isn’t interesting enough. You may just need a better strategy.

That’s where I come in. 💻✨

08/29/2026

My client, Brad Goldvarg, REALTOR® / USMC Retired, will be holding an Open House tomorrow at this unique property located at 2986 Old Airport Rd, New Bern!

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM

This spacious property features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an attached but separate living space with kitchenette, a detached 4-car garage, and an additional commercial lot with street frontage!

There are so many possibilities here—from multi-generational living to a home-based business or future investment.

☕ Light refreshments will be provided!

If you’re looking for something a little different, stop by and check it out tomorrow!

📞 Brad Goldvarg | (252) 933-0865

🏡 OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW! 🏡

Come see this spacious and unique property at 2986 Old Airport Rd, New Bern, NC 28562 this Saturday, August 29, from 10 AM–12 PM!

With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a detached 4-car garage, and an attached but separate living space with its own kitchenette and private entrance, this property offers incredible flexibility. Whether you're looking for multi-generational living, space for guests, a home-based business, or future investment potential, there’s a lot to discover!

📍 2986 Old Airport Rd, New Bern

🗓️ Saturday, August 29

⏰ 10 AM–12 PM

☕ Light refreshments will be provided!

Plus, the property includes an additional commercial lot with street frontage, offering even more possibilities for your business, rental income, or future development.

Come take a look and see the possibilities for yourself!
📞 Brad Goldvarg, REALTOR® / USMC Retired(252) 933-0865

📧 [email protected]

08/06/2026

Client Spotlight ☕📈

One of my favorite things about social media marketing is helping local businesses connect with their community in meaningful ways.

If you’ve been putting off reviewing your financial goals, today is a great opportunity! G. Michelle Whitley: Allstate Insurance is hosting Coffee & Confidence Thursday, where you can enjoy complimentary coffee and refreshments while receiving a FREE, no-obligation financial review with Allstate Representative Hutch Hutchins.

It’s a relaxed, no-pressure way to make sure you’re on track for the future.

📍 204 Stonebridge Square, Havelock, NC
🕘 Today from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

I love working with local businesses that genuinely care about serving our community. Be sure to stop by if you’ve been meaning to check in on your financial plans! 💙

07/20/2026

✨ Calling All Local Makers & Merchants! ✨

Have you been looking for a storefront to showcase your handmade products without the commitment of running your own retail shop?

Bloom & Ivory has a limited number of vendor spaces available starting at just $100 per month!

When you become part of our Makers & Merchants collective, you’ll enjoy:
🛍️ A fully staffed retail store open 6 days a week
📱 A vendor portal that lets you track your sales in real time
🎥 24/7 security cameras and monitoring
📣 Ongoing marketing through social media, community events, local advertising, and Chamber memberships
🤝 A supportive community of local small businesses

We’re currently looking for select vendors offering unique, handcrafted items such as:
🏺 Pottery
🍵 Loose-leaf teas
🪟 Stained glass
🧶 Macramé
…and other high-quality handmade goods!

📍 Conveniently located at 2855 Trent Road in New Bern, across from Bear Town Cinema.

Interested in learning more? We’d love to hear from you!

📧 Email me at [email protected] or stop by the shop to see our available spaces.

Tag your favorite local maker who needs to see this! 💕

06/15/2026

🌿✨ IN-STORE VENDORS WANTED! ✨🌿

Bloom & Ivory is growing, and we're looking for talented local makers and merchants to join our shop family!

We currently have space available for artisans who create:
🏺 Pottery
🦋 Stained Glass
🧶 Macramé
🌿 Pressed Botanical Resin Art
🍵 Loose-Leaf Teas & Tea Accessories
🏡 Curated Home Décor & Unique Decorative Pieces

If you create or sell beautiful, handcrafted, or thoughtfully curated products that would be a great fit for our customers, we'd love to hear from you!

✨ Benefits of becoming an in-store vendor:
• Year-round retail exposure
• Supportive local shopping community
• Opportunity to showcase your work in a unique boutique setting
• 24-hour surveillance and security
• Located in a high-traffic area of New Bern

📍 Bloom & Ivory Florist & Gift Shop
2855 Trent Road, New Bern, NC

📧 Interested? Email me, Liz, at [email protected] for details and vendor information.

Please share this post and tag your favorite local makers who might be a perfect fit! 💕

05/18/2026

Bloom & Ivory has just a couple of vendor spots left!

Email [email protected] to get details on how you can sell your items in a high-end retail store without the high overhead of having your own brick-and-mortar store!

Check out the vendor page at Bloom & Ivory Makers and Merchants to see the over 45+ local small businesses who have already joined us!

05/10/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, and mother figures who make the world a little brighter every day. 💖

Your love, strength, creativity, and endless dedication inspire the families, businesses, and communities around you.

Whether you’re raising children, supporting others, building dreams, or doing all of the above, today is a reminder of just how appreciated you are.

Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, and the recognition you so richly deserve. ✨

Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷💕

04/15/2026

Bloom & Ivory is growing and we are looking for a Seasonal Floral Assistant!

📍 Apply in person at:
Bloom & Ivory
2855 Trent Rd, New Bern, NC

Come by, introduce yourself to Ruth and I, and see what makes Bloom & Ivory so special. We can’t wait to meet you! 💛

04/14/2026

Discover one-of-a-kind finds and support 40+ local makers all in one beautiful space at Bloom & Ivory- come see what treasures are waiting for you! ✨