Teaching an artsy class is a rewarding and fun way to make more money and meet new people. I’ve been leading craft workshops for several years now and it has been amazing! The attendees are so creative and really enjoy doing something they might not usually get the chance to explore. It has allowed me […]
How to Start Your Own Local Craft Show
Every independent craft show started with a great idea by a creative person (or persons). If you’re lacking for options in your city or are wanting an event on a particular date, why not start your own? If you’re good at organization and event planning that’s great, or you can team up with a crafter […]
How to Create Seasonal Collections for Your Handmade Fashion Brand
Whether you make handmade jewelry, clothing, accessories, or all of the above, your brand should consider doing seasonal collections. They are a great way to build excitement for your new product line, which can lead to increased sales and social media coverage. There are a few steps to take when developing a collection- from determining […]
Five Things You Should Never Do When Selling at a Craft Show
There are lots of resources for advice about doing craft shows. I’ve written many blog posts about what to bring, how to entice shoppers, and the best ideas for displays. But there are a few things sellers might do that can put off shoppers and buyers- all of which are easy to fix or prevent! […]
How to Create Seasonal Collections for Your Handmade Fashion Brand
Whether you make handmade jewelry, clothing, accessories, or all of the above, your brand should consider doing seasonal collections. They are a great way to build excitement for your new product line, which can lead to increased sales and social media coverage. There are a few steps to take when developing a collection- from determining […]
Five Tips to Maintain a Social Life When You Own a Craft Business
Owning and running your own company can be very time-consuming, leaving you without much free time to socialize. Like many handmade business owners, I too struggle with this (especially in the winter months when it’s cold and less fun to be outside). But keeping a balance is important for your emotional health and happiness. Let’s […]
How to Develop Successful Relationships to Grow Your Handmade Business
Even if you’re the only employee of your craft business you’ll still inevitably have to work with others. This includes store owners, supply vendors, craft show organizers, accountants, and more. Fostering good relationships with these people will help you be more successful and productive in your handmade company. Here are a few ways to develop […]
One Blog Post Can Earn You Commission For Years With ShareASale
This week, your friends here at Prime Publishing are headed to Creativation, an annual Craft and Hobby Association conference for craft industry companies, bloggers and more. We’re hosting a fun networking event for companies and bloggers. (Can’t wait to see some of you there!) One of the companies in attendance will be ShareASale, who just […]
Maximizing Profits at Craft Shows (Part 1): Picking the Right Event for Your Business
Craft fairs are a fun, personal way to get your products into the hands of shoppers while building brand awareness. I’ve sold my handmade jewelry at many shows over the years, so I’ve put together the following series to help you increase sales at in-person events. To start off, let’s look at a few ways […]
Five Tips to Stay Busy During the Slow Times
Every crafty business owner experiences months when sales are slower. Personally, the quiet time for my company is the late spring and summer, and then sales pick up drastically in the fall and winter. It will depend on what kind of products you create- if you specialize in graduation gifts or wedding items your hectic […]
