Craft fairs in the fall months can be very profitable. Shoppers are looking for holiday gifts, Halloween costumes, and seasonal home decor for the rest of the year. If you plan ahead of time and bring the right kind of products, the fall shows will go smoothly for your handmade business. Let’s look at the […]
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 […]
Six Easy Tips for Writing an Artist Bio
When you’re a handmade or fine artist you’ll often be asked to submit a biography (also known as a bio). This can be for many purposes- from a craft fair application to a website that’s featuring your work. An artist bio is basically a description of your background, education, inspiration, techniques, accomplishments, and anything else […]
10 Crafts for the New Year: 1 Secret Material
We’re always on the lookout for great craft ideas and these projects are simply wonderful! Why? Thanks to one key craft material, these craft ideas become unique projects that anyone would love to have. So, what’s the secret material? Yarn, of course! Yarn is a great crafting material and these yarn craft project ideas prove […]
5 Design Trends You’ll See at Craft Fairs in 2015
Have you ever heard of Lidewij Edelkoort? No? It’s time you changed that. She’s one of the world’s most prominent trend forecasters, and as a handmade designer, trends are something you can’t afford to ignore, especially as the outdoor fair and market season gears up. According to Edelkoort, this year’s most popular designs will be […]
