Well the fallout from Etsy is still raw and Etsy shop owner ManeMessage shares her thoughts on the new Etsy Policy.
This is a nice casual chat from a Handmade business that has been running on Etsy for over 10 … Read More ...
Craft Fair – Jackalope Summer Nights
Jackalope Summer Nights This August
Handmade Artisans + Artisanal Food and Fun Take Over Old Pasadena’s Central Park
Aug 2nd 5pm-10pm & Aug 3rd 3pm-10pm
Central Park, Pasadena
Pasadena, Calif- Jackalope Arts announces the return of its Jackalope Summer … Read More ...
Tips For Vendors To Evaluate Craft Fairs
This article is very detailed and has sound advice and that is to check out your craft fair BEFORE you attend. You need to know who your customer is likely to be and what items they are most likely to … Read More ...
Amazing Handmade Gifts Ideas for Valentine’s Day
During the Valentine’s Day season it seems every time you turn on a television, open a newspaper or magazine, hop online or drive through a shopping center, all you see are commercialized versions of what marketers think should represent Valentine’s … Read More ...
6 Tips On How To Beat The Instagram Algorithm
We have all heard about social media Algorithms and now we have to try and figure out Instagrams too. I have to admit that I don’t spend a lot of time on my Instagram account .Mainly because the content … Read More ...
Looking To Start a Handmade Business But Don’t Know What To Sell?
Are you thinking about starting your own Handmade craft business but not sure what to do? Maybe you are fluent in a diverse range of crafts. Check out these ideas for starting your own Handmade business.
Do you have … Read More ...
How To Write An Etsy Business Plan
Before you start any new business project you need to have a plan, I don’t just mean one in your head, one of those legit, on paper (or screen) business plans. Have you written a Etsy business plan for your … Read More ...
Laws For Selling Bath and Body Products
Did you know there are laws that you need to follow when setting up and selling your handmade bath and body products?
This article by MadeUrban shares all the details you need to know to make sure you are legally … Read More ...
Laws You Must Follow When Packaging Your Handmade Items
Don’t just assume you can throw your handmade items into a postal satchel and hope for the best. There is a little more to it than that. Depending on what your handmade items is there may be rules and regulations … Read More ...
20 Ideas For Posting On Instagram
20 Crafty Ideas of things you can post about on Instagram.
1: Anything in your branding colors.
Grab a color swatch from your logo and find something interesting or even randomly boring, if you do this weekly it will start
… Read More ... Creating A Logo For Your Handmade Business
Creating a logo for your handmade business is an important step in establishing your brand identity and attracting customers. However, coming up with a logo design that accurately reflects your business and stands out from the competition can be a … Read More ...
How To Create Cohesive Custom Images For Your Blog
I came across this article by Hautestock.co on how to create cohesive graphics and wanted to share it with you. It not only has a written guide but there are loads of video tutorials to help you as well. I … Read More ...
25 Of The Ugliest Christmas Sweaters You Can Buy
This roundup is for the ugliest Christmas sweaters for your holiday party. Of course we don’t actually think these are ugly but we do think they are perfect for the holiday season. Love it or hate it, ugly Christmas sweaters, and the … Read More ...
Craft Business Mentor Village
Trying to set up your own Craft Blog? Get a craft book published? Or sell your handmade crafts?
Then we have a group for you – The Craft Business Mentor Village
UPDATED HERE IS OUR SPIN OFF FREE … Read More ...
Get Your Shit Together – List Organization
I am totally in love with these funny but practical To-Do sheet pads. These would make amazing gifts for anyone who needs more organization in their lives. To be honest, I think these are worth buying for yourself. Who says … Read More ...