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10 Things you MUST Do to Have a Successful Online Craft Business | Create & Thrive

July 26, 2014 by Katie Smith 3 Comments

Hey there! I recently stumbled upon an article by Create and Thrive that outlines 10 must-do things for anyone looking to start a successful online craft business. As someone who has dabbled in the world of online crafting, I found their tips to be spot on, especially when it comes to two key points: believing in yourself and practicing.

Let’s talk about belief. When you’re starting out, it can be easy to doubt your abilities and wonder if anyone will actually want to buy your creations. But the truth is, self-belief is crucial to success. If you don’t believe in yourself, who will? It’s important to remember that everyone has to start somewhere, and with enough hard work and determination, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

Just like any skill, crafting takes practice to perfect. Don’t be discouraged if your first few attempts aren’t exactly what you envisioned. Keep at it, experiment with different techniques, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. It’s all part of the learning process, and with each project, you’ll gain new skills and insights that will help you improve.

So if you’re thinking about starting an online craft business, take some time to read through Create and Thrive’s article and see which tips resonate with you. And remember, with a little bit of hard work and a lot of passion, anything is possible.

10 Things you MUST Do to Have a Successful Online Craft Business | Create & Thrive.

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Comments

  1. Jess says

    July 26, 2014 at 10:53 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing, Katie!

  2. Karen King-Gonzales says

    July 30, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    Hi, I’m Karen. I’ve been enjoying these articles, byt they appear to have older dates. I’m currently overhauling my on line presence. I had a decent business selling sewing supplies
    For a while, since the wholesaler was nearby.
    I no longer have that source. Now I’m focused on sewing items, but plan to work with existing supplies and materials. That means there will be random small batches of things . Is this a mistake? Should I instead donate the truckload of mixed supplies in favor of starting over with one category….like ex: kitchen accessories?

  3. Shellie Wilson says

    August 8, 2018 at 7:16 pm

    You need to ask your target audience. What do they want? set up a poll and get to know who is going to be buying your stock. Then find a product to meet their needs.

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