Creative Online Business
How to Increase Etsy Sales: 2 Steps to Boost Traffic!
Are you a beginner seller looking to bring more traffic to your shop? Learn how to increase Etsy sales in just two easy steps! I’m a strong believer that Etsy is the best place for crafters to sell their artwork. It’s beginner-friendly, comes with a large existing client base, and it’s simple to get started. …
Read MoreLetlade.com is a Scam: How They Stole Our Brand and How to Protect Yourself
The internet has made shopping more convenient than ever, but unfortunately, it has also given rise to scammers looking to take advantage of unsuspecting buyers. We recently discovered that a website, Letlade.com, has stolen our images, brand name, and even our story to deceive customers into purchasing from them. We want to warn our community and…
Read MoreHow I Setup a Wreath Shop in My Garage
Setting up an efficient and inspiring wreath making workspace and wreath shop at home is essential for productivity and creativity. Transforming a garage into a functional craft area is a practical solution that maximizes space and keeps your home organized. It’s crazy to think, I originally posted this 10 years ago and so much has…
Read More10 Ways to Use QR Codes for Craft Shows
I highly recommend utilizing QR Codes for craft shows. Add it to any printed advertising you do for your wreath business and especially for craft fairs and other events where you sell. I am sure you have heard of QR codes by now, but if you haven’t, they are basically like barcodes you see on grocery…
Read MoreIs it Time to Turn Your Hobby into a Business?
There’s something special about hobbies, isn’t there? They bring us joy, offer a creative outlet, and often become a sanctuary from the craziness of everyday life. But what if that hobby you love could be more than just a passion? What if it could become a business—something that not only fulfills you but also brings…
Read MoreTools for Creative Businesses Our Top Picks
Running a business comes with its own unique set of challenges, but the right tools for creative businesses can make a world of difference. Whether you’re designing eye-catching graphics, scheduling your social media posts, or editing videos, having the right tools in your toolkit is essential. Here’s the good news—you don’t need the fanciest, most…
Read MoreDealing with Unsupportive Family in Your Handmade Business
Are you dealing with unsupportive family members while trying to grow your handmade business? You aren’t alone! In fact, this situation is more common than you might think. To help you sort through your feelings and move forward, this post is filled with practical tips for addressing this situation. Running a handmade business with an…
Read MoreHow to Overcome Fear in a Handmade Business
Learn how to overcome fear in your handmade business with anxiety-reducing tips and practical solutions. It can be hard to put ourselves out there – it’s vulnerable! But to run a successful handmade business, you need to overcome your fears. 11 Tips on how to overcome fear in a handmade business In this post, I’m…
Read MoreHow Much Product To Bring To A Craft Show
These tips will help you finally know how much product to bring to a craft show. These are expert tips from crafts who have been there! Craft shows have a learning curve. You don’t want to take too many products, but you also don’t want to be stuck with a bare stand that fails to…
Read MoreHow to Organize a Wreath Making Craft Room
If you are a wreath maker you know you need lots of different things on hand to make your wreaths. With that comes the need for organizing and storing the tools and supplies in order to make beautiful wreaths and other arrangements. Today I am going to walk you through how I turned my garage…
Read MoreHow To Choose A Name For Your Handmade Business
Follow these tips and you’ll know exactly how to choose a name for your handmade business that stands out and helps you sell! How Do I Name My Handmade Business? I know choosing a name might seem like the most important thing ever, but it isn’t worth stressing yourself out. Yes, your business name is…
Read MoreHow to Handle the Shipping Rate Increase for Shipping Wreaths
Are you struggling with how to handle the shipping rate increase for shipping your wreaths? In this video, we’re talking about what you can do to make sure you are getting the best rate. This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. Freaking out about the…
Read MoreHow To Price Wreaths To Sell for Profit
One question we get asked a lot is how to price wreaths to sell? So in this post, get your calculator out and let me explain how to price your wreaths for profit! This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. There are many different ways to…
Read MoreThe Secret to building Superfans in a Creative Business
Superfans are people who love what you do so much they want to buy everything you produce and want to hear everything you have to say. When building your creative business, don’t focus on just making a sale but instead work on building superfans by giving great content and building a good reputation. This post contains…
Read More10 Mistakes Etsy Sellers Make | Etsy Tips for Beginners
When I’m asked by other Etsy sellers to help them with their Etsy shop, I’m surprised to see so many making the exact same mistakes! In this video, Etsy tips for beginners and how to get around these top 10 mistakes Etsy sellers make. This post contains some affiliate links for your crafting convenience. Click here…
Read More3 Signs You Might Be Ready for Creating a Membership in your Creative Business
When do you know its time to create a membership for your creative business? Today, I’m giving you 3 signs that might tell you it’s time to create a membership in your creative business. If your fans are asking, then it might be time to create a membership in your creative business. This post contains…
Read More6 Huge Lessons Learned Growing My Creative Biz
Lately I’ve been reflecting on how much my business has grown, and thinking about where I want the future to take me. I’ve been thinking back on the huge lessons I learned on this journey. Today I shared them on a recent Facebook Live and it really hit home for lots of other creativepreneurs and…
Read More30 Craft Show Tips for Beginners
Have you ever sold your goods at a craft show? If you have, you know it is not for the faint of heart! The payoff can be big, but you MUST have a game plan and do your homework. That’s why I’m sharing my top 30 Craft Show Tips for Beginners today! This post contains…
Read MoreHow to Quickly Make Your Etsy Shop Photos Stand Out
I want to give you some photo tips on how to quickly make your Etsy Shop Photos stand out. Having stellar photos is one of the key elements to having a buyer click on your Etsy items. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.
Read MoreThe New Etsy Shop Homepage – Are You Ready?
The new Etsy shop homepage was unveiled last week and I have to say, the updates for an Etsy seller are promising. There may be a few things I’m not thrilled about but for the most part, I love the streamlined, blog-like look to the new layout. The new design brings all of your shop’s content…
Read More10 Proven Productivity Tips for Successful Etsy Shops
I find that if I follow these proven productivity tips for successful Etsy shops, I quickly get motivated to start working again after taking time off. As an Etsy shop owner, we all have those days, when our hectic family life gets in the way of our home based business. Then we put our business…
Read MoreHow to Beat the Competition on Etsy and Win
I hear the complaints all the time; I can’t sell on Etsy because there is too much competition. So many of my fellow Etsians are shutting down their Etsy shops because they claim Etsy is saturated with other shop owners selling the same products. I’ve actually heard of shop owners lowering their prices to be…
Read MoreWhen To Make Seasonal and Holiday Crafts to Sell
When to make seasonal and holiday crafts to sell is a question I get a lot from my ebook customers. My answer? To stay ahead of the buyer. Buyers start searching for seasonal and holiday items well before it’s time to display them. Even if they wait to purchase, they start looking and dreaming of…
Read MoreHow to Box a Wreath for Shipping
How to box a wreath for shipping? It is very important to me that my wreaths, which I’ve spent countless hours on designing, shopping for supplies, listing online and marketing actually arrive to my customers in the same condition as when I ship it. When customers receive that huge box, I want them to be…
Read MoreHow To Make A Wreath Craft Show Display or Storage
How to make a wreath craft show display is also a great way to store your wreaths. If you are a fellow wreath maker like me, then I know you crave more storage, crafting space and smarter storage solutions. I want to share with you my idea for storing my wreaths until I sell them.…
Read MoreWhy Purchase Silk Flowers In This Economy?
While new purchases in a down economy can be a daunting task, purchasing silk flower arrangements is actually a smart choice. You see unlike live flowers, silk flowers don’t die. Yes they may fade with time, but the premium silk flowers can be enjoyed for years. Here are a few tips when choosing a floral…
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