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One of the things that those of us who own our own businesses have in common is that we don’t find it imperative to do things the way everyone else does. A 9-5 job with paid vacation and benefits? Corporate politics, the same routine every day and a cubicle without a window. No thanks. Our […]
Craft fairs are a great chance to get your brand and products in front of a wide audience. You’ll meet not only customers, but also bloggers, store owners, photographers, and other people in the craft world. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your networking opportunities at shows! 1. Hand […]
“Conversations” (or “convos”) is Etsy’s internal messaging system. It’s a really useful tool for communicating with customers and other sellers within the site. There are set etiquette rules to using this feature, but if you’re new to Etsy these may seem unclear. Here is a simple guide to get you started! DO use convos mainly […]
Let’s get real for a minute. Making crafting profitable is basically like running your own small business. And not only are you the CEO of this business, but you’re also the creative team, the manufacturer, and the marketer all rolled into one. That’s a lot of different responsibilities for one person to juggle! That’s why […]
Now is the time to start researching and applying to craft shows for the rest of the year. It’s also the perfect time to make lots of items to sell at these events! I often get asked how much inventory and what kind of products to bring to fairs and shows, so here is a […]
Knowing how to price your product when you have a small, handmade business is one of the most difficult challenges a small business owner can face. When it comes to finding good product pricing advice, there seems to be tons of formulas and methods to choose from. Read on for three mistakes to avoid when […]
We’ve started to see all those wonderful roundups of the “Best of 2015” everywhere! So, naturally, we wanted to get in on the action and present you with the best craft fair advice we had to offer in 2015. Read on for the best tips including wonderful tips from some of our readers! 1.) […]
If you’re doing your own graphic designing for your small business, whether it’s designing your business logo or promotional graphics, then it can be hard for the small business owner to avoid common graphic design mistakes. This list of mistakes are aimed to help the small business owner pick up tips and to understand the […]
Hello crafters! We recently visited one of our favorite makers and crafters, Amanda Formaro, and her new craft studio. We always find craft studios and spaces super interesting because that’s where the crafty magic happens! You can watch the video to see Amanda’s new space and all the awesome new things she’s incorporated into her […]
There are the fun parts of owning a small business: meeting new people, expressing your creativity, and earning money. Plus, there’s the not so fun parts: paper work, taxes, and tracking expenses. Let’s see if we can make that second part a little less painful with a few tips for tracking business expenses. When you […]
