Paper Quillers Bend it Their Way
With the help of paper maven Ann Martin of All Things Paper, we found several artists who are finding unique ways to curl, coil, and mangle paper in distinctive styles.
The 2023 Craft Industry Alliance Scholarship Program: Applications Now Open
The Craft Industry Alliance 2022 Scholarship program is now open for applications. Craft business owners are encouraged to apply.
Fifteen Minutes of Fame: The Warhol Copyright Decision and its Impact on Creators
In a recent decision related to Andy Warhol, the US Supreme Court clarified copyright law in a way that’s of interest to creative people.
What to Do When Your Craft Book Goes Out of Print
Writing a craft book can be a great way to establish your credibility as an artist and maker, to share your particular methods with a wider audience, and to create a new revenue stream. But eventually, most craft books go out of print—and when they do, what options do you have to reuse your content?
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.
Trademark Marketplace Can Ease Brand Name Pain
Coming up with a business name that can be trademarked can be tricky. One option is to buy an existing trademark and go from there.
Everything You Need to Know to Sell CBD Products Online
CBD sellers contend with a number of challenges, from regulatory loopholes to bans from top payment processors. We cover how to overcome these challenges in this guide to selling CBD products.
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.
Andi Barney Wants to Teach You to Repair Your Own Sewing Machine
A professional sewing machine repairperson for years, Andi Settlemoir is now teaching people how to repair their own machines.
Check Out the Main Stage and Keynotes at h+h americas 2023
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.
9 Tips for Growing Your Instagram Audience from Craft Industry Alliance Members
We asked nine Craft Industry Alliance members to share their tips for growing your Instagram following and getting your work in front of more eyes!
How Companies Can Work with Craft Content Creators
These are the steps craft companies take to work with content creators that are the best fit for their brand.
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.
Bullet Journaling for Business Success
Check out these 6 ways to use your bullet journal to organize your business and increase your productivity.
The Jaunt Sends Artists on Trips to Create and Explore
The Jaunt is an innovative business with an altruistic goal to send 10 artists each year to take an all-expenses paid trip to seek new inspiration. In return, they create original work that reflects their experience.
For Artist Liberty Worth, Studio Space and Interns Increase Creative Output
Los Angeles-based textile artist Liberty Worth who creates art quilts inspired by nature and family stories.