I am the classic over thinker/ over researcher. I google, pinterest, facebook, encyclopedia pretty much everything before I dive on in. So when I decided that I wanted to do a craft fair I read about every article out there and felt like I was pretty prepared. There was a lot of great and invaluable...
You don't just have to sit and knit, then set about selling what you've finished. You can start the process from 'outside the box', and realise how needed knitters are, inside the industry and outside too.This week's video explores 6 ways you can make money from knitting. Not just from selling your knitting.
In my Facebook group, I was asked about craft fairs. I don't make things for craft fairs. I never have. But, I am indeed a BUYER at craft fairs so I think I'll be able
You don't just have to sit and knit, then set about selling what you've finished. You can start the process from 'outside the box', and realise how needed knitters are, inside the industry and outside too.This week's video explores 6 ways you can make money from knitting. Not just from selling your knitting.
It's that time of year again. All of us crocheters love to do craft fairs, to get out there and meet our fans and fellow lovers of...
Craft Fairs are challenging. Customer relations, product display, and more must be done. Here are 7 tips to help you avoid common selling mistakes at shows.
You don't just have to sit and knit, then set about selling what you've finished. You can start the process from 'outside the box', and realise how needed knitters are, inside the industry and outside too.This week's video explores 6 ways you can make money from knitting. Not just from selling your knitting.
1. You don’t particularly like to tell your husband how much you spend on crafting supplies. 2. You always keep the door to your crafting room shut because . . . 3. You believe embellishments…
10 tips for product photography that sell. Make sure that your artisan work gets the attention it deserves with product pictures worthy of sharing.
You don't just have to sit and knit, then set about selling what you've finished. You can start the process from 'outside the box', and realise how needed knitters are, inside the industry and outside too.This week's video explores 6 ways you can make money from knitting. Not just from selling your knitting.
Fair Isle knitting can look as if you've performed magic once you've finished! Also known as stranded knitting or colour-work knitting, let's get you started today.
If you're planning to host a craft show, read over these tips and comments, straight from vendors, sharing what they appreciate most from a craft show host.
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Following a basic formula that uses the same markup no matter what you sell can easily overprice your work. Here's the right way to price handmade products.
Sell crafts from home and turn your hobby into a money-making opportunity!
This comes harder to some than others. But it isn't impossible, you just have to get creative with how to make money as an artist.
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Depending on how long you've read my blog, you might hold my opinion highly, at least that's my goal anyway! Today I'd like to put together a list of the sites/apps that I'm going to use in 2018 to make money. Most of you know that I make most of my money blogging, which I
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Corrugated, or two-color ribbing, is a common decorative edging on many colorwork designs, including my Woodland Mittens. It has a great effect, but it can be a bit trickier than regular colorwork, which is usually done all in knit stitches. I'm typically a "picker" or continen
You've spent time perfecting your Etsy shop, but you're not getting sales. Here are a few common Etsy fails and how to fix them
Following a basic formula that uses the same markup no matter what you sell can easily overprice your work. Here's the right way to price handmade products.
The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Sewing in Your Homeschool is all about how to mentor your student in sewing by providing the tools, space, and resources to grow.
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Everyone wants to sell more of their handmade products. This one trick major retailers to turn more shoppers into buyers can be used in your small business.
A list of 30 things to do when your craft business is slow. Perfect for Silhouette, Cricut, Glowforge, and Juliet crafters.
Gunderson alludes to the fine angora halo of traditional Bohus sweaters with this roomy turtleneck pullover knit in Universal Yarn’s brushed-mohair-blend Amphora. Worked seamlessly from the top down, it sports Bohus-like colorwork on the yoke and sleeves; the five shades create a vibrant counterpoint to the charcoal background. Double ribbing trims the cuffs, hem and collar, which is knit separately and sewn to the neckline in finishing. Colorways used are #110 ebony, #101 mallow, #106 caspian, #105 shady palm, #102 oxblood, #103 mecca.
This craft pricing formula shows you how to find the selling price for your handmade products. Plus, download the free pricing calculator to help you calculate wholesale and retail prices for your crafts.
Craft Pricing Calculator Looking for a pricing calculator to help you figure out what to charge for your work? One of the hardest things to determine when making the leap into selling items is how much to charge for your products. Pricing can feel complicated and confusing. Almost like a random shot in the dark…
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Do you have a craft hobby or business? Just because you sell crafts doesn't automatically mean your hobby has become a business. Knowing the distinction will help you make smarter decisions.
These are 18 incredibly easy things to make and sell for extra money online. Featuring Etsy, Google & Pinterest best-selling DIY & craft trends.
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Ever wondered how to start a craft business? This post is for you - it's packed full of tips and tricks to help you start a craft business today!
I've been selling my hand-etched ornaments and other small crafts locally and from my Etsy shop for a little while now, and I've learned quite a bit during this time. In the beginning I was totally "winging it" and looking back now there are a few things that I really wished I ha
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Thinking about selling on eBay? Read this first! When you look around your house, is it full of excess stuff that is causing you stress? Would you like to declutter and organize your home to have a more relaxing and comfortable environment - AND make some money while you do it? Or, are you someone who loves finding treasures at flea markets and thrift stores and would like to sell some of your amazing finds on eBay to make an extra $300, $1,000, or $2,500+ a month, but get overwhelmed by all of the ways to sell using eBay? If
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Do the words “plan a Family History Fair'” fill you with dread and uncertainty? You may have a large event focused on genealogy and family history looming, or you may be asked to organi…
