As an indie crafter, I like to try and keep up with the current trends in the crafting world. Some I actually jump on, others not so much, but either way I like to know what they are. The folks … Read More ...
Seize the Moment and Sell!
Editor’s Note: This is a post by Rachel Gregg, Content Marketing Lead, at CreativeLive. In this post, Rachel Gregg of CreativeLive, Shares a story of how she seized the moment one year, and and had a successful selling season at … Read More ...
5 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
As indie business owners, a lot of us artists do our own designing and logos. Sometimes it can be tough, and we all make mistakes. But the folks on the Creative Income blog are sharing a list of 5 Graphic … Read More ...
How to Safely Ship Your Artwork
Here is a really helpful post by Carmen Whitehead all about shipping your handmade art. She shares how she packages her canvases safely as well as tips for printing labels, etc.
… Read More ...Carmen says: You did it! You sold one of
How to Package Christmas Gifts for Mailing
Are you mailing out any last minute Etsy shops.orders for the holidays, or are you shipping gifts to friends and families? If so, you might find the above infographic helpful.
The infographic is by Collect+. They say:
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5 Ways to Grow Your Creative Business with Holiday Cards
This is a post by Rachel Gregg, Content Marketing Lead,CreativeLive
Editor’s Note: In this post, Rachel Gregg of CreativeLive, Shares a 5 step guide on how to use mail to grow your indie craft business during the holiday season.… Read More ...
Want to Know How to Make a Living as an Artist or Indie Crafter?
I’m sure we all wish we could just quit our boring day jobs and get paid to craft all day, am I right? Well, maybe you can? Mallory from MissMalaprop is sharing her tips on how to make a living … Read More ...
5 Craft Show Must Haves
Holiday Craft Show Season is in full swing! I went to a craft show this past weekend and saw so many fabulous indie artsits. Are you doing any craft shows this season? If so you may want to check out … Read More ...
The Best Holiday Sales on Handmade Goods
Are you shopping handmade and supporting fellow indie artists this holiday season? If so, you may want to hop over to Pop Shop America. They created a round up of over 18 different small businesses that are having sales on … Read More ...
5 Places To Sell Your Art Online
Do you sell your handmade products online? If not, have you considered it? Carmen, from Carmen Whitehead Designs put together a list of 5 online sites that artists can sell their original work and prints. She says:
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Pricing for Profit: Make it a Family Tradition
This is a post by Rachel Gregg, Content Marketing Lead, CreativeLive
Editor’s Note: In this post, Rachel Gregg of CreativeLive, reflects on the economic impact crafting can have on a maker’s well-being and how to price your handmade goods … Read More ...
5 Jaw-Dropping Business Card Designs
Business cards are a must for Etsy shops and indie business owners, but there’s no rule that says they have to be boring, or just have the facts on them. Make them cute and fun! The folks on the Creative … Read More ...
How to Track Business Expenses: 8 Tips for the Small Business Owner
For me, the worst part about owning my own indie business is the money stuff, business expenses, etc. It can be confusing. That is why Vicki O’Dell is sharing her top 8 tips for tracking your business expenses. She says:… Read More ...
Be more productive! Stop watching TV for an hour.
Do you watch TV? I know most of us do. It can be a real time sucker and can suck the creative energy right out of me. If you wish you had more time in the day, or if you’re … Read More ...
7 Tips to getting ahead start on Holiday Crafting and DIY Gifts
Do you make handmade gifts for your friends and family for Christmas? I would say about 80% of my gifts are all handmade. I start early though, and I have a whole secret pinterest board with gift ideas.
Marie from … Read More ...