This article stems from one of my most popular articles CRAFT TRENDS FOR 2019 as well as HOT ITEMS TO SELL AT CRAFT SHOWS IN 2018. I research and write these articles at the beginning of a new year, which means by the end of the year, trends may have changed, so I...
There’s so much we want people to know and understand about our businesses. But sharing all the information at once makes it overwhelming for potential customers. So how do you determine what to include when it comes to marketing material such as business cards?...
Most craft businesses start as a side project. >>Some start because of the disdain from a life-sucking job and with the hope of the side project turning into a full-time business. >>Some start as a hobby to fill the time. >>Some start because...
Craft shows are a great way to generate revenue and move a lot of stock (when executed properly). First, you must find craft shows in your area (or an area you can travel within and stay profitable). Then you must wisely choose which ones to apply to and...
Once you get your craft show table layout perfected, setup will be a breeze. It will then be a matter of rotating products into each section to coordinate with the season, demographics of the event, or theme of the event. Your craft fair table should be treated...
As Etsy continues to change their algorithm, update their rules, and grow, more and more makers are questioning if Etsy is worth it in 2019. Should people with Etsy shops continue to put the effort in them and for those who don’t have one, should they start one? Let’s...
