The Etsy Strike, Two Years Later
Learn how the marketplace landscape has changed for indie sellers since the Etsy strike in protest of fee hikes two years ago.
How Sanctions Against Russia Affect the Craft Industry
Two years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, sanctions are affecting the creative industry beyond Russia’s borders.
Rebecca Page Rebrands, Then Quietly Shuts Down
Popular sewing pattern and virtual events company, Rebecca Page, suddenly shut down this month. Customers, affiliates, instructors, and brand ambassadors were not notified.
10 Places to Donate Your Handmade Goods
Before you pull out the big black trash bags, consider donating your handmade goods. Here are 10 places that accept donations.
Shibui Knits Finds New Home at Madelinetosh
Laura Zander of Madelinetosh and Darcy Cameron, founder of Shibui Knits, have agreed to transfer Shibui Knits’ product lines to Madelinetosh.
Etsy India’s Sellers Navigate A Growing E-Commerce Landscape With A Few Challenges
Etsy India is still relatively new, and not many people in India are aware of it. We talk with sellers to learn more.
Changes at Spoonflower Impact Artists
Changes at Spoonflower will limit how many designs can be uploaded in a week, delist unpopular designs, and provide digital proofing.
American Handcrafted Show in Philadelphia Canceled Permanently
Emerald Exhibitions announced last week that it was permanently canceling the fine craft trade show American Handcrafted.
Making a Visual Splash at the Nest Hermès Craft Convening
Sugar McMillan shares her experience at Nest X Hermes, a 2-day “convening” for craftspeople in the US in Austin, Texas.
Michaels to Launch a Handmade Marketplace Called MakerPlace
Michaels is launching a handmade marketplace to be called MakerPlace. The craft store chain has been working to strengthen its ecommerce offerings.
What It’s Really Like to Be a Craft Industry Sales Rep
Learn what it’s really like to be a sales representative in the craft industry with independent rep Mary Stowe.
Women Create Magazines Sold, and Sold Again
Women Create Magazines are the passion project of Jo Packham. Recently, they’ve changed hands three times, but are now secure.
Has Stitches (XRX Inc.) Filed for Bankruptcy?
XRX, Inc., producers of the Stitches shows, has filed for bankruptcy. The announcement was made on the company’s website yesterday.
Blue Sky Fibers Sold to Malabrigo
Uruguay-based Malabrigo Yarns announced today that it has acquired Minnesota yarn company Blue Sky Fibers. Both are family businesses.
Ocean State Innovators Acquires Cloud9 Fabrics
Cloud9 Fabrics has been acquired by Ocean State Innovators, a company that previously acquired quilting fabric manufacturer P&B Textiles.
Lauren Holton of Lark Rising Finds Calm in Embroidery and A Slow Business Path
Lauren Holton, creator of Lark Rising Studios uses color and floss to embroider scenes of flowers, meadows, oceans, even abstract designs, much as a painter uses a brush.
A Revival of Shoe Manufacturing in New England: JEMS, the First Black-Owned Athletic Shoe Factory in the US
Learn about the revival of shoe manufacturing in New England with the opening of a factory in Somersworth. JEMS by PENSOLE, the first Black-owned athletic shoe company in the US, is an exciting revival of a tradition of manufacturing in the city.
Michaels Launches Craft Supply Marketplace
Big box retailers are increasingly opening third-party marketplaces, and this week craft supply retailer Michaels joined the fray. The new Michaels marketplace allows craft supply sellers to list their products on Michaels.com.
JOANN and Singer Launch Ditto, the First Projector Made Just for Sewing
Ditto, a joint venture between JOANN and Singer, is the first pattern projector made for home sewists. The product launched at New York Fashion Week last week and will be sold at JOANN and at Singer dealers.
Mollie Makes to Shut Down, Publishing Its Final Issue this Month
Many crafters were disappointed to learn last week that UK-based craft magazine Mollie Makes will cease publication. The January 2023 issue, the magazine’s 151st, will be its last.