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.
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.
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.
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.
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Check Out the Main Stage and Keynotes at h+h americas 2023
We are so pleased to be able to present an all-star lineup of speakers on our Main Stage at h+h americas 2023. The Main Stage is located right on the show floor and attendance at these sessions is free for all attendees. Learn about product development,...
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Michaels Launches Craft Supply Marketplace
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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
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