12 Bullet Journal Ideas to Keep Your Creative Juices Flowing
Bullet journals provide a fun way to organize thoughts, tasks, and goals. Use these inspiring spreads to get your creative juices flowing.
Should Makers Sew Fabric Masks for Healthcare Workers?
As medical professionals face a shortage of personal protective equipment in hospitals and care facilities, could homemade fabric masks help?
Don’t Let Chronic Illness Dampen Your Entrepreneurial Dreams: Tips for Managing Your Health and Your Business
Sitting too long is bad for your health, and for craft business owners this problem is compounded because both our jobs and our hobbies often involve sitting. Running your own business is hard enough under ordinary circumstances. Throw in a chronic illness and the challenges multiply. For instance, it’s difficult to work when you don’t feel well; energy and focus is hard to maintain; medical insurance can be expensive; and you’re not always productive, which cuts into your bottom line.
Mindful Making: Essential Self-Care For Craft Entrepreneurs
Mindful crafting can help crafty entrepreneurs refresh and rejuvenate. Take some at least once a week to make something just for yourself.
Balancing Business and Self-Expression as a Crafter
Sometimes finding success as a craft business owner doesn’t lead to the happiness and fulfillment we expected. Sewist and embroiderer Aimee Davis reflects on changing direction and finding renewed inspiration.
Is It Time to Invest in a Standing Desk?
Sitting too long is bad for your health, and for craft business owners this problem is compounded because both our jobs and our hobbies often involve sitting.
How to Make Getting Enough Exercise a Priority in Your Work Week
We often hear about the physical benefits of exercise, but did you know getting enough exercise also might help you be more productive in business? Use these helpful tips to ensure that you make getting enough exercise a priority each week.
Avoiding and Treating Repetitive Stress Injuries
We’ve gathered some expert tips to help prevent and cope with repetitive stress injuries that are common for crafters and creative business owners.
Health Insurance 101 for Craft Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Health insurance enrollment sounds as fun as taxes or going to the doctor. But it’s a necessary discomfort that can save you a lot of hassle.