Meet Cara Corey, a former writer who turned her life long-passion for crafting into a full time gig. Cara specializes in making oversized knitting and crochet projects and teaching classes and workshops on the topic. Read on to learn more about our maker feature! Introduce us to you. I’m Cara from Cara Corey Designs. I grew up in Lawrence, Kansas and went to school in Iowa. Eventually my … [Read more...] about Meet the Maker: Cara Corey
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2020 Social Media Trends for Retailers
Keeping up with constant changes in social media can be challenging. I get it! As retail business owners, social media is an important tool in our marketing toolbelt so it’s important to keep up with the trends. I’m here to help you learn what we can expect to see in 2020 social media trends. Ten 2020 social media trends for retailers: #1: Social Commerce Consumers are buying directly from … [Read more...] about 2020 Social Media Trends for Retailers
Meet the Maker: Margaux Mays
Meet Margaux Mays, a Chicago maker and craft lover who shares her passion with others through handcrafted jewelry pieces made from upcycled leather. She cultivates creativity in others by hosting craft workshops and events around her city. Introduce us to you. I’m Margaux Mays. I’ve lived in the Chicago area since 2007. I’m an avid crafter and DIYer who loves to organize creative events that … [Read more...] about Meet the Maker: Margaux Mays
Handmade Jewelry Trends for Fall
The big trend in fashion and jewelry this year has been inspired by the 80s. Bold looks, bright colors, and handmade items are hot. For many of us it has been fun to revisit the crafts of our childhood (like friendship bracelets) with an updated twist. Three of the most popular handmade trends in jewelry right now are polymer jewelry, accessories made with beads, and leather earrings. Polymer … [Read more...] about Handmade Jewelry Trends for Fall
A New Resource for Retailers: Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast
I am thrilled to announce the Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast recently launched and Darice is the exclusive sponsor of Season 1! You might be wondering, “What is a podcast?” It’s a series of spoken, audio episodes, often focused on a particular topic or theme. You can subscribe to podcasts on a phone app so you receive an update when a new episode is published and it’s FREE. Savvy Shopkeeper’s … [Read more...] about A New Resource for Retailers: Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast
Inktober: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
October usually makes people think of Halloween, but the month is home to another exciting event: Inktober! Whether you are a repeat participant or are hearing about this challenge for the first time, here is your primer for 2019. Keep reading to learn all about this year's event. What is Inktober? Artist Jake Parker started Inktober to push himself to improve his ink skills and to help himself … [Read more...] about Inktober: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
