Substack Offers Craft Businesses More Than Just a Newsletter
Crafters are turning Substack newsletters into paid income streams. Learn how creators like Jennifer Perkins transitioned from free to paid content—and what to consider first.
Ecommerce Platform Fees Calculator
With all of the ecommerce choices out there, it can be difficult to know which option is best for you. We’ve built this calculator the will help you compare all of the most common platforms.
Top Screen Recording Software Compared: Features, Pros and Cons
A comparison of the top screen recording software options at multiple price points for a variety of skill levels.
Bluesky for Craft Businesses: A Quick Start Guide
Bluesky is a next-generation social media platform built on an open protocol, giving users control over their content, followers, and experience. Unlike X (formerly Twitter), Bluesky is decentralized, allowing users to move their data between apps. With chronological feeds, no algorithm-driven content, and robust moderation tools, Bluesky fosters a more user-driven and community-focused environment. As dissatisfaction with major social platforms grows, millions are joining Bluesky for a fresh, independent social media experience.
Creative Collaboration through Shopify Collective
Shopify Collective allows Shopify store owners to sell products from other Shopify stores, creating a seamless partnership between retailers and suppliers. This feature helps businesses expand their product offerings without managing inventory, while suppliers gain exposure and sales. Craft businesses, like Modern Hoopla, use Shopify Collective to curate bundles and collaborate with trusted brands.
Organize Your Sewing with Threadloop, a New App Designed Just for Sewists
Threadloop is a new app designed for sewists to organize their projects, patterns, and materials digitally, while also connecting with a global sewing community. With features like fabric cataloging, pattern sharing, and project tracking, it’s a must-have tool for sewing enthusiasts.
Automate and Personalize Social Media Conversations with Chatbots
Social media is a lot of work for small business owners. Here are a few options for showing up on social media with less stress.
Open Source Software to Add to Your Crafty Toolbox
Here are open source software tools for crafters, from designing patterns to video streaming and creating vectors.
Take Your Images to the Next Level with These Photo Editing Apps
As a small business owner, chances are good that you are taking photos, editing them, and posting them. Put your best photo forward with these free and/or inexpensive apps, all recommended by members of the CIA community.
Webinar & Video Conferencing Software Comparison
There are dozens of online meeting and webinar tools available. We took a look at some of the most popular to compare the prices and some of the most critical features.
Payroll and Time Clock Software
Payroll services can keep you on track, keep you compliant, and save you time. Time card apps can help you and your employees and contractors keep track of their hours.
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.
New Apps Make Projector Sewing Easy
Explore how sewing enthusiasts are leveraging projection tools to revolutionize their craft by simplifying calibration and pattern projection.
Meet gosadi: A New Platform for Designers
gosadi is a new platform designed to push knitting and crochet patterns out to multiple selling channels from one hub.
Do You Need a Virtual Mailbox?
If you would prefer to keep your address private or travel frequently a virtual mailbox might be the right choice for you.
Creative Business Owner’s Gift Guide
Hey craft business owners! This gift guide is just for you. If someone has been asking you what you want this holiday, we know you’ll find some things on this list that you’ll need and love. Treat your business (and yourself) to something fun this holiday season!
Creative Business Owner’s Gift Guide
Hey craft business owners! This gift guide is just for you. If someone has been asking you what you want this holiday, we know you’ll find some things on this list that you’ll need and love. Treat your business (and yourself) to something fun this holiday season!
TikTok Shop Basics: What Craft Businesses Need to Know
Learn the basics of TikTok Shop, an ecommerce platform that’s integrated into TikTok allowing creators to sell right from their videos.
Mobile Payment Processing Cost Comparison
We’ve compared some of the most popular mobile processing services so you can choose wisely. See the table for an explanation of each field.
6 Ways to Use ChatGPT as a Tool for Your Craft Business
Generative AI is the new hot topic in tech. We look at six creative ways craft business owners can use this new tool.