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.
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.
What’s New in Craft: Quilted Shoes
Shoes made from a sneaker kit with quilted panels sewn in are trending in quilting right now. Check out some of these great quilted projects that you can wear on your feet!
10 Essential Shots for Your Branding Photoshoot
Use this list to generate 10 essential shots you need to get duing your branding photoshoot.
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.
Take a Craft Business Class at h+h americas 2023
Are you interested in developing new skills to run your craft business? Invest in yourself by taking some classes at h+h americas, the premier trade show for the crafts industry coming to Chicago June 21-23, 2023.
Three Black-Owned Quilt Shops That Inspire
As we round out Black History Month we’re recognizing three Black-owned quilt shops that are helping to introduce quilting to a new generation and keep the love of quilting alive in their communities. Their skill and passion are helping to build community around sewing and crafting.
The Crafting Culture of Mardi Gras
When most people think of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, they picture crowds of people, strands of colorful plastic beads and quite a bit of alcohol. While celebrations leading up to the start of Lent feature all of these things, you might be surprised to know that preparations also include crafting.
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.
Project Management for Creative Businesses
Whether you are a solopreneur or manage hundreds of employees throughout the world, you need a system to make sure that projects get done efficiently and on time. Learn how to pick the best tools and systems for your creative business in our project management breakdown.
Painted Tree Boutiques Offers Unique Selling Space
Painted Tree is a unique selling space for small business owners offering retail space to entrepreneurs without a brick-and-mortar shop.
Griffin Carrick Quills with Denim
Griffin Carrick is a quilling artist who makes wall hangings, collages, vessels, paper tapestries, and giant “doilies,” among other things.
Tackling Tax Season with Confidence
Craft business owners, try using these 5 tips to change your tax season mindset from fearful to empowered so you can tackle tax season.
The h+h americas Experience 2023: An Information Session
Join us for an evening information session about h+h americas, the premier trade show for the crafts industry. Hear from past exhibitors and attendees, ask questions, and learn about the opportunity to attend the 2023 show.
Valentine’s Trends for 2023
The trends for Valentine’s 2023 will fall into these categories: personalized couples gifting, Galentines, simplified romantic, Valentines’ humor, and nature Inspired.
The Gift of Representation: Cinnamon Annie Dolls
Stephanie Dean is the creator of Cinnamon Annie Dolls, a version of the classic Raggedy Anne in a variety of skin tones.
I Tried Soona to Get New Photos for My Business and Here’s How it Went
I’ve seen targeted ads for Soona on my feeds for the last year but just couldn’t wrap my head around the process. The look, branding, and messaging appealed to me as a Millennial business owner. It seems so simple, just send in your product and get a cute on-brand professional photo for $39 and you don’t even have to be on set.
Now I finally have the chance to try them out, let’s get into the details of my Soona experience
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.