Make your blog super attractive
Well, it's not always so simple - you need to spread the word a little! Here are three ideas for generating extra interest in your giveaway:1. Social MediaIt makes sense to start with the places you...
View ArticleRead up
I always have at least two books on the go. One is certain to be a heart-warming novel about a woman overcoming a tragic set of circumstances to eventually find true happiness, but there will always...
View ArticleTips for craft fair newbies: Part 1
1 Plan your fairs in advance: find them on stallfinder.com or craftsforum.co.uk; check out local council websites; search online and in local press for craft fairs in your area.2 Plan your table setup...
View ArticleTips for craft fair newbies: Part 2
1 Use your money apron for other things too. Scissors, pen, phone – and especially tissues, these will be useful when the ladies’ loos run out of paper late afternoon, which happens more often than...
View ArticlePerfect your packaging
It’s no secret that people will pay more for a product that is beautifully packaged, such as the luxury scented candle pictured, but it’s not just about using expensive packaging. Selling handmade...
View ArticleSimple Mother's Day bow
This bow is really beautiful and it's a great stash-busting make because it uses all those scraps and off-cuts of ribbon you've collected! You will need: Scraps of ribbon of varying widths, lengths...
View ArticleUse tiered pricing to gain customers
1. Tiered pricing for your craft businessWhen you have different levels of pricing, it opens up a wider range of potential buyers. If you have a few lower priced items, this allows customers to take...
View ArticleNew Workshop: Could I sell my crafts?
Whether your ambitions are big or small, this affordable new workshop from Create a Craft Business will answer all your questions and inspire you to start selling in the way that suits you and your...
View ArticleGet the most from your craft blog
1. Post on a regular basis Make a content calendar and stick to it. The more you post about relevant topics to your craft, the more Google will like you for related keywords.read more
View ArticleHow to talk to your customers
It’s obvious really – reaching new customers costs money and time, and your current customer are already there, waiting to hear from you (although they may not know it yet!). Why not spend some time...
View Article3 ways to use your blog to market your craft business
1. Keep it freshBlogging provides constant fresh content for your website, meaning that search engines will give your site increased prominence in their search results, especially over competitors who...
View ArticleInspired knitting from Nina Fuhrer
When it comes to snuggly winter wear there's nothing more delightful than animal-themed makes. Which is why we've picked out the gorgeous designs by crafter Nina Fuhrer. Beautifully proportioned and...
View ArticleOur top 10 Easter Etsy makes
Make or decorate you wares with bunnies or chicks and you’ll have your customers cooing big time. I know I’m…ahem…no spring chicken, but I’m still very much partial to a cute and cuddly bunny now and...
View ArticleCraft sell: How to add value to your handmade projects
Consider the handmade detailsYou may have a beautiful product, but to make people part with their money your overall offering has to be really special. Try to look at your products and services with...
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