Many of you have turned your crafting talents into successful craft fair businesses. Congratulations! It takes a lot of dedication to turn your passion into a business. Are you ready to take the leap from selling locally to selling globally? Here are some tips for how to sell crafts online and turn your craft fair…
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Top 5 Home Business Blogs to Follow
Sometimes even the most creative people need a little inspiration. Or some sound advice. While making might come easily to you, the business end of owning a maker business can be a little daunting at times. Luckily there are several great resources online, from professional publications to entrepreneurs who are sharing what they have learned….
Measuring the Success of Your Maker Business
“How is your business doing?” You are sure to either hear this a lot or ask your self this question often after you start your own Etsy or maker business. Measuring success in business is an important thing to evaluate often as you nurture and grow your craft business. As I mentioned in my top…
Best Apps for Your Maker Business
In my article listing the top five pieces of advice for running a business from home, I wrote about the importance of staying connected and organized using technology. Small business owners can keep working wherever they are thanks to a wide variety of apps. These applications will help you manage your time, your inventory, be…
How to Brand Your Business
You rarely get a second chance to make a first impression, so figuring out how to brand your business is something you want to “get right” the first time. Your brand, from your name to your logo to your mission statement, lets consumers know who you are and what you represent. Here are some things…
How to Declutter to Increase Creativity
Spring is here, and that means it’s time to clean up! Take advantage of the brighter days and start your spring cleaning with some workspace organization. Having your work area decluttered and organized will help increase your creativity. Tips for Workspace Organization Declutter Your Work Surface Clear off your workspace and sort your work. A…
Top 5 Tips for Running a Home Based Business
We recently shared our tips for how to start your own Etsy business. Whether you are starting with Etsy or with your own self promoted home based business, we want to help you succeed. Here are our top five tips for running a business from home. Top 5 Tips For Running a Business from Home…
