What I Hope to Learn at WordCamp US 2026 After Years of Teaching Myself WordPress
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with Automattic. I may receive compensation for approved content promoting WordCamp US 2026. All opinions expressed here are my own. Quick Answer WordCamp US 2026 takes place from August 16 to 19, 2026, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. As the largest WordPress community conference in North America, it brings together bloggers, website owners, freelancers, designers, developers, agencies, and other WordPress enthusiasts for four days of learning, networking, workshops, and Contributor Day. Attendees also have the opportunity to meet the people behind popular Automattic products such as WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Jetpack, and Pressable. A general admission ticket costs $100,…
WordCamp US 2026: What to Expect and Why Every WordPress User Should Know About It
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with Automattic. I may receive compensation for approved content promoting WordCamp US 2026. All opinions expressed here are my own. Quick Answer WordCamp US 2026 takes place from August 16 to 19, 2026, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The event brings together bloggers, website owners, freelancers, designers, developers, marketers, business owners, and anyone interested in the WordPress community. Attendees can expect educational sessions, hands on workshops, networking opportunities, and Contributor Day. General admission costs $100, and you can save $20 by using the discount code AF26, bringing the ticket price down to $80. Tickets are available through…
Started Blogging in 2019. Would I Still Do It Today?
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with WordPress.com. This post also contains affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. All opinions and experiences are my own. Quick Answer Yes, I still think blogging is worth it in the age of AI. But it is not the same as it was when I started in 2019. Traffic sources have changed, affiliate marketing has become more challenging, and AI is now answering many questions directly. At the same time, I have found that personal experiences, real stories, and original content have become more valuable…
How I Turned a Blogging Hobby Into a Business From Home With WordPress
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with WordPress.com. The article may also contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. All opinions and experiences are my own. Quick Answer I turned my blogging hobby into a business from home by creating helpful content on WordPress, building an audience over time, and monetizing my website through affiliate marketing, sponsored content, and brand partnerships. What began as a simple sneaker blog eventually grew into the lifestyle and travel website I run today. I did not start a blog because I wanted to build a business. I…
The WordPress.com Features That Fit Naturally Into My Blogging Routine
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with WordPress.com. The article may also contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. All opinions and experiences are my own. Quick Answer As a lifestyle and travel blogger, the WordPress.com features I use most are the block editor, theme library, and mobile app. They help me create and publish content more easily, whether I am working at my desk or blogging on the go. People sometimes ask what tools I use to keep Twinkle So Bright running. They often expect a long list of apps, subscriptions, and…
How I Started a Blog on WordPress.com and What I Learned Along the Way
Disclosure: This article is part of a paid content campaign with WordPress.com. The article may also contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. All opinions and experiences are my own. Quick Answer Starting a blog on WordPress.com is one of the easiest ways to learn the basics of blogging before moving to a more advanced setup. When I started my blogging journey, WordPress.com helped me understand how pages, posts, menus, and publishing work without the pressure of managing hosting or technical settings. Looking back after seven years of blogging, I learned that consistency, hands on experience, and…
Working From Home As A Mom Content Creator, From Personal Shopper To Brand Collaboration
I started as a blogger and affiliate marketer working from my mini home office. Today I use that same space as a small content studio for brand collaborations, sponsored and paid guest posts, link insertions, website ads and YouTube videos for Nasi en Stamppot and Twinkle So Bright. Do you want your brand to be part of our stories? You can collaborate with us here or request my media kit.
