One of the top 5 trends in retail this year is hosting workshops or providing customers with experiences. If you’re a maker, this is a great opportunity to not only earn additional income, but it’s also an opportunity to get your business out in front of a new market and potential customers. Before you reach out to a retail store owner, I want to help you be prepared for what you need to know … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Know Before You Teach a Workshop
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Summer Fair Exhibiting Guide
Are you a maker or small business looking to get out of your studio, store, or online shop so you can connect with and reach more people? Summer Fair and Market Events are a great way to accomplish this AND bring in more revenue. But I have to be honest, they are A LOT of work. Follow along for my tips and tricks for making sure you're prepped for success. 4 steps for exhibiting at a summer … [Read more...] about Summer Fair Exhibiting Guide
Painted Bug Box Craft for Kids
Hello everyone, I have a cute and super fun Summer Camp tutorial for you today... A colorful wooden bug box craft. This project is so cool and I love that the kids can customize it with any colors they wish. This is a perfect project for kids of all ages! They can paint their bug boxes then go around together, explore and find bugs to learn about. So let's get started! Colorful bug box craft … [Read more...] about Painted Bug Box Craft for Kids
Product Photography 101: Beginner’s Guide to Shots That Sell
You’ve set up your online shop and are ready for the sales to come rolling in, but they’re not. What gives? Have you taken a look at your product photography? Are the photos of your product really representing them in the best light (both literally and figuratively)? Do they tell a story that your customers want to be a part of? Photography is one of the most important parts of selling online. … [Read more...] about Product Photography 101: Beginner’s Guide to Shots That Sell
How to Set Sales and Inventory Benchmarks for Market Events
Market events are a great way for makers and retailers to get out of their homes and stores and out in front of hundreds or even thousands of people. There's an initial investment when you start participating in these type of events, so it’s important to have a plan. Here are my tips for how to set benchmarks for market events. What is a “Market Event”? It could be a craft show at your … [Read more...] about How to Set Sales and Inventory Benchmarks for Market Events
Beaded Bubble Wands For Kids
Today I'm going to show you how to make DIY bubble wands for your Summer Camp kids! What I love about this, it's such an easy project for the kids to work on and have fun together with after. Plus the best part, you only need a couple supplies to make them! After the kids are done, you can either have them make their own bubbles or create a bubble station. I have directions to make your own … [Read more...] about Beaded Bubble Wands For Kids
