Best Selling Etsy Items
The top selling shops on Etsy sell crafting supplies. Jewelry findings, textiles, paper products, patterns, tools and more. Another top selling item is bath products. Handcrafted soaps and lotions. More ...
Easy Soap Making - Easy to Follow Guide and Recipe!
Searching for recipes for easy soap making can easily lead anyone to believe that easy soap making is just not possible. The following is a recipe that clearly explains how to easily make lovely individually sized decorative soaps. More ...
A Craft Industry Analysis
The crafters and hobbyists contribution towards U.S. Craft and Hobby Industry industries is approximately $29 billion. Woodworking was the front runer coming in at $3.32 billion with 16.8 million individuals engaging in this activity. More ...
How to Profit from a Craft Niche
One of the things that you might consider is finding a niche for your craft. Maybe you have some expertise, skill, or interest that might be a creative tool for you to use in creating items for craft shows. Below are some hints to finding what that area might be for you. More ...
Making a Living in Crafts
Artisans who want to turn their passion into profit need look no further: with a combination of inspiration and practical knowledge - plus hundreds of images - this comprehensive guide offers the most solid and current information on the crafting business. More ...
Craft Shows that are Right for You!
To begin investigating which shows to apply to, you might start with what you know - those shows you've attended, ones that are within an hour or so of your home and ones other vendors have recommended. More ...
Tips for Selling Crafts
There are plenty of ways to turn your hobby into a profitable craft business. As you try different methods for selling crafts, you'll quickly discover what works best for you, your work preferences and your products. Here are a few tried and true methods and some things to consider about each method. More ...
Thinking of Starting an Arts and Crafts Business?
It seems to me that now may be the best time to start planning and developing your own Arts and Crafts Business. A lot of people are searching for ways to supplement their income. Selling your own handmade products may be a great way of earning an income and working for yourself. More ...
Craft Shows - Finding One Near You
I have compiled a list of places where you can find a craft show near you. This information is only as accurate as the last updates made to the websites I have listed, so it is always a good idea to make a phone call or two to see if the shows in your area are still up and running. More ...
Selling Your Crafts Over the Competition
If you are planning to head to several craft shows to sell your items, there is a good chance that somewhere along the line you are going to run into someone who sells a similar craft to yours. More ...
Online Benefits for Craft Businesses
The internet has endless benefits for craftspeople, not just as a medium for selling, but for each step that leads to sales. The fact that you're reading this shows that you already use the web for information, but have you considered the following. More ...
Six Steps to Successful Fundraising With Craft Shows
Fundraising with craft shows is an excellent way to raise funds and raise awareness for your organization. Many crafters are trying to build a business by showing at craft shows. If you have a large enough organization to delegate out the different responsibilities, raising funds with craft shows can be a lot of fun. More ...
Making Money Marketing Your Crafts
Your marketing materials are a valuable and necessary part of your craft business. They create a consistent and professional image that causes an initial as well as lasting impression of both you and your craft creation. If you've ever heard the term 'branding', you'll understand the need to create a look that is your business identity. More ...
Arts and Crafts Business Plan
The process of writing a plan is a journey that will allow you to focus and elaborate on each element resulting in a clearer business path. There is no specific right or wrong way to write a business plan but the seven key elements mentioned here will be suitable for nearly any arts and crafts business. More ...
