Beyond the RASKOG: 10 IKEA Hacks for Your Craft Studio
Clever crafters are hacking IKEA furniture to create organizational solutions for the craft studio. Check out these fun, practical ideas.
How to Source Products on Alibaba
Sourcing on Alibaba allows you to get customized products for you to sell at a fraction of the cost, but be aware of this advice before you begin.
How I Got Featured in the Press 250 Times
Laura Zander, founder of Jimmy Beans Wool, has been incredibly successful at getting press for her business. She says the most important thing is to understand what your story is really about and to reach out and tell it.
Michaels Promises More Attention for Core Makers
In the company’s second quarter 2019 earnings report Michaels CEO Mark Cosby promised to serve the dedicated maker rather than the novice.
At Fuzzy Goat Yarns in Thomasville, Georgia Community Comes First
For Fuzzy Goat Yarns in Thomasville, Georgia, community comes first. They partner with local businesses and 90% of their products are independently made.
“Our Common Thread” Brings a New Perspective to Needlepoint
The designers of Our Common Thread, a stitching collective, are on a mission to change the reputation of needlepoint from stodgy and old-fashioned to hip and modern.
Rachel Andrew Creates Unique Clothing from Patchwork Quilts
Rachel Andrew is creating unique clothing from patchwork quilted fabric. Her girls dresses made a splash at Omaha Fashion Week.
Fall Reading List for Craft Business Owners
We’re excited to have Erin Dollar back today offering her picks for Fall 2019’s best craft books, creative business titles, and self-help books. Learn something new and build your business with these new titles.
How to Make Text Messaging Part of Your Marketing Strategy
Text messaging, or SMS, can be used as a powerful marketing tool. Text messages have a 98% open rate. Find out how to use SMS to reach your customers directly.
Crafters on Twitch: Using Livestreaming to Build Community
Twitch is a live streaming platform mainly used by gamers, but now crafters are using it show what they’re making and build community at the same time.