Have you ever thought about getting your handmade goods in a store? If you’re an indie artist with a small business you’re always looking for ways to grow your business and have more income streams. Perhaps you’re been selling your … Read More ...
Etsy Shop Feature- theloopholenova
Today’s etsy shop feature is the shop The Loophole. Here’s a little bit about The Loophole and the people behind it (info from their etsy shop):
“Once upon a time, there was a girl who did all sorts of … Read More ...
5 Easy SEO Pieces
What is SEO, you ask? It stands for “search engine optimization”. Basically it helps you blog be found in google (and other search engines) searches.
If you have a blog, it’s something you need to know! Linda shared these tips … Read More ...
DIY Blog Business Cards
Business cards are a must when you own a blog or a business or Etsy shop! I love this idea that Susannah shared on her blog, Feast + West. She ordered pre printed business cards, and used washi tape / … Read More ...
WordPress Plugins for Bloggers
Hey bloggers and shop owners! Do you use wordpress? WordPress is really great for bloggers and site owners but it can also be overwhelming! Stephanie wrote up a blog post containing WordPress plug-in suggestions for creative bloggers & Etsy… Read More ...
Using SocialBro to Analyze Your Twitter Account
Here’s a good resource for us Indie Artists trying to reach more people! Toni of Little House of Crafting guest posted about using Social Bro on the blog Daft Crafts.
Social Bro is a way to analyze your Twitter account … Read More ...
FREE Blog Planning and Printable Calendar for 2015
Time to get your blog plan organized for 2015! Stephanie from Swoodson Says designed this blog planning calendar for her own use but it sharing it on her blog as a free printable for the rest of us to use … Read More ...
Holiday Sales from Handmade Makers
Got some shopping left to do and want to save a buck or two? Well the holiday season is one of the best times to find really great deals on handmade, vintage design goods.
Pop Shop America wrote an fantastic … Read More ...
Etsy Shop Feature- tastelessdesigns
This weeks etsy shop feature is Tasteless Designs by Manda Sims. I saw Manda’s work while at the Funky Finds holiday show and loved the pretty colors of her fibers! I’m super happy to feature her etsy shop on Indie
… Read More ... Save Money on Postage with Shipping Easy
I wanted to share this tutorial on how to use ShipingEasy for postage and shipping labels. This tutorial is helpful for indie crafters as ShippingEasy is more reliable than using Paypal for shipping labels and it syncs with stores such … Read More ...
Etsy Shop Feature- Marigold Trading Company
This weeks etsy shop feature is Marigold Trading Company. I stumbled upon them as I was at the Funky Finds Holiday Show here in Fort Worth and loved their hand made ornaments!
I love that Marigold Trading Company cuts and … Read More ...
The NO FAIL Marketing Formula
Martiel Beatty is sharing her best tips and ideas for marketing your handmade business in a free class on The Artcademy. This is a free marketing class for handmade businesses, and artisans to find out how to market their creations. … Read More ...
Etsy Shop Feature- Squirrelly Minds Paper Shop
This weeks etsy shop feature is Squirrelly Minds Paper Shop by Tan. I love her whimsical watercolor gemstones!
Here’s a little bit more about Tan’s shop from her about page:
“Drawing from Tan’s love of natural beauty and all things … Read More ...
What is an Angel Policy?
Have you heard of an Angel Policy? Well, it has nothing to do with the celestial style angels, but if you’re an artist that uses rubber stamps, stencils or die cuts to sell your artwork, you should know what an … Read More ...
7 Inspiring Christmas Craft Fair Booths
Looking to spice up your craft fair booth this year? Check out these creative and positively Christmas-y craft fair booths rounded up by the every inspiring Creative Income blog.
My favorite idea is the one pictured above, the Christmas tree. … Read More ...