Craft Business News
The latest craft business articles are right here!
Whenever I post new articles or make big updates to older posts, you'll be notified about it on this page.
You'll find links to everything that's fresh and timely, so you can be sure you don't miss a single post.
Here's What's New
Apr 17, 2021
How to Light Product Photography
How to light product photography. Painless product photography lighting techniques for handmade business owners. Learn how to light craft photography with easy lighting setups using affordable gear.
Apr 13, 2021
12 Product Photography Styling Tips
12 product photography styling tips for handmade business owners. Learn how to use props in product photography to tell your brand's story, show ways to use your product, convey the size of your items, and evoke an emotional response that builds a desire to buy.
Apr 09, 2021
Photography Composition Tips for Beginners
Product photography composition tips for beginners. 2 simple composition rules and 6 design elements that will improve your craft photography. How to use the rule of thirds and the golden triangle to improve your crafts photography. Plus 6 design elements: line, color, shape, light, texture, and negative space you can use to make your craft photos more compelling.
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Apr 06, 2021
DIY Your Product Photography or Hire a Professional Photographer?
Should you DIY your product photography or hire a pro? There are times when it makes sense to do your own craft photography and times when you need the skill of a professional photographer to get the quality required for the situation. Here's how to decide when it's reasonable to take your own product photos and when it's smart to work with a pro.
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Apr 01, 2021
15 Craft Photography Tips
15-step craft photography guide for beginners. Learn how to photograph your crafts with this simple action plan for beginner photographers.
Mar 01, 2021
Lifestyle vs Product Photography
Compare lifestyle vs product photography for your craft business, and decide which type of photos you need to sell your handmade products online and apply to juried art shows.
Dec 04, 2020
Home Office and Craft Room Organization Plan
My 14-step home office and craft room organization action plan will help you turn a messy workspace into a tidy haven for creative productivity. It whipped my chaotic office and craft room into shape - wait 'til you see the before photo! It can help you get your space under control too.
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Nov 05, 2020
Craft Fair Signs - Free Handmade Business Printables
3 free, printable craft fair signs - Post them in your booth to encourage your customers to shop local and support handmade businesses. Plus 5 free, printable "thank you for your purchase" tags to include in your packaging, and 2 cute wall art printables to decorate your home for autumn.
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Oct 23, 2020
9 Halloween Craft Kits for Kids
9 Halloween craft kits for kids make it easy to have some DIY fun with your little ones and your not-so-little ones.
Oct 23, 2020
Halloween Pumpkin Coloring Pages
5 cute pumpkin coloring pages for adults & kids. Free printable fall coloring sheets you can download for a Halloween party or a fun Thanksgiving activity.
Oct 22, 2020
Resin Jewelry for Beginners
Resin jewelry making guide for beginners. In-depth tutorial shows you how to make resin jewelry, choose the right supplies, and avoid common problems.
Oct 19, 2020
Jewelry Resin Guide
Jewelry resin guide for beginners. Everything you need to know to choose the right resin for your craft projects. Plus, other supplies you'll need to start making resin jewelry.
Oct 08, 2020
Christmas Craft Shows & Online Holiday Shopping
How to prepare your handmade business for Christmas craft shows and online holiday shopping. Holiday retail trends and craft trends to help you predict what your customers want this year, so you can benefit from 2020 Christmas trends.
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Oct 06, 2020
Christmas Shopping Trends for 2020
The 2020 Christmas shopping trends report for craft business owners is out! Learn what holiday shoppers are looking for this year, so you can meet their needs and sell more handmade items.
Oct 05, 2020
How to Start a Craft Business
Learn how to start a craft business with my favorite business skills courses for creative professionals and craft-based courses to build your artistic skills.
Aug 04, 2020
Craft Artist Business Plan
Learn how to research seasonal trends in selling handmade products. Then develop a seasonal craft artist business plan, so you can profit from those seasonal opportunities and never miss a deadline.
Jul 23, 2020
Pinterest Trends Tool: What is it, and How Do I Use it?
The Pinterest Trends tool is a free, simple resource for researching the latest search trends on Pinterest. Let's take a look at what it is, how to use it, and how it can help you market your creative business online.
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Jun 22, 2020
Start Selling Crafts Online
Here's how to start selling crafts online. This 8-step guide shows you what you need to research to create an online craft business with real potential.
Jun 19, 2020
Business Name Registration
Why registering your craft business name is a smart idea and where to go to start the process.
Jun 16, 2020
Criteria for Choosing a Business Name
11 criteria for choosing a business name will help you create a cool company name. 6 things to look for and 5 things to avoid when you select a name for your small business.
Jun 12, 2020
7 Tips for Choosing a Company Name
Choosing a company name is an easier task when you have a clear process in place. Use these 7 tips to keep yourself focused while you select a name for your new company.
Jun 09, 2020
Help Naming a Business
Get help naming a business with loads of free tools and resources.
Jun 04, 2020
Business Name Ideas
Find catchy business name ideas with these 10 strategies for brainstorming company names.
Jun 02, 2020
Create a Business Name
There are only 3 ways to create a business name and 3 different types of company names. That's it! Learn how company names are constructed, so you can find a great name for your own company.
May 29, 2020
Choosing a Blog Name
Choosing a blog name is tricky when all of the good domain names are taken. It is possible to find a name for your online business that's available and affordable, but it takes some creativity and patience. Here's how to create an awesome blog name that isn't already taken.
May 26, 2020
How to Write a Naming Brief
A naming brief will help you create a clear picture of what you want your company name to communicate to customers. Here's how write a naming brief, plus a printable template to help you get focused before you start brainstorming ideas.
May 25, 2020
Where to Sell Crafts - Beyond Craft Shows
Wondering where to sell crafts other than art fairs? Here are 12 way to build a creative business and sell your handmade items when you can't sell at craft shows.
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May 22, 2020
Bad Company Names
Bad company names share a few common characteristics. Learn what the worst business names have in common, so you can can avoid a horrible naming fail when you name your own business.
May 19, 2020
Create a Catchy Company Name
How to create a catchy company name your customers won't forget. Use these 4 strategies to find a clever and memorable business name.
May 16, 2020
Traits of Good Business Names
Good business names have 6 characteristics in common. Learn what they are, so you can choose a great name for your own new business.
May 12, 2020
How to Name a Business
Learn how to name a business. This in-depth, 12-part series shows you how to work through the whole process of brainstorming and choosing a great company name from start to finish.
Apr 01, 2020
Emergency Management Resources for Craft Business Owners
Emergency resources for independent artists & craft business owners. Here's a growing list of resources & organizations working to support artists, handmade business owners, and other creative entrepreneurs & small businesses through times of crisis.
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Jan 28, 2020
How to Start a Craft Business Right
How to start a craft business right. Get tasks like registering your business, checking product labeling requirements, and setting up your books under control with advice from the right local professionals. Here are 15 things to do in February to find the right professional support for your business, and get your business fundamentals in place.
Jan 06, 2020
Create a Craft Business Plan
Create a practical craft business plan that will set you up for success for the coming year. You don't necessarily need to write a formal business plan - you just need a plan that works for you. Here are 18 things to do in January to help you plan & prepare to achieve your business goals this year.
Dec 26, 2019
Trending Crafts That Sell Well in 2020
What crafts are trending for 2020 and will sell well in the upcoming year? Check out the hottest decor and fashion design trends shoppers at craft shows and on Etsy will be buying in 2020.
Oct 15, 2019
6 Holiday Craft Show Display Ideas
6 holiday craft show display photos. Easy, affordable Christmas booth ideas for craft business owners who sell at holiday craft fairs and Christmas markets.
Oct 13, 2019
Christmas Design Trends 2019
Christmas design trends for 2019. Discover what shoppers who love handmade will be buying this holiday season.
Oct 11, 2019
DIY Christmas Trends Trending Crafts to Sell for the 2019 Holiday Season
Etsy's DIY Christmas trends report for 2019 has been released just in time the holiday sales season. Want to modernize your holiday craft show display with the latest trend or add a few on-trend products? Check out this report first to discover what shoppers who love handmade are searching for heading into this Christmas season.
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Oct 02, 2019
Christmas Craft Show Display Ideas
Christmas craft show display ideas. 6 brand new photos of holiday craft show booths to help you get your own portable display ready for holiday craft fairs and markets.
Sep 29, 2019
Craft Displays for Holiday Bazaars
9 photos of craft displays at holiday bazaars. Get your own craft booth ready for Christmas craft shows and markets with these display ideas.
Sep 23, 2019
Free & Affordable Pinterest Tools
Pinterest tools to market your creative business on a budget. If you're starting a blog or promoting an Etsy shop on Pinterest, and your business budget is tight, you don't need to spend a lot on Pinterest marketing. Here's how you can get the job done for free.
Sep 23, 2019
How Do Blogs Make Money?
How do blogs make money? If you're thinking of starting a blog, you'll need to plan out some monetization options. Here are 6 ways savvy beginner and more established bloggers make money.
Sep 04, 2019
How to Use Pinterest for Business in 2019
How I use Pinterest for business in 2019. Here's my newly updated Pinterest marketing strategy that has boosted my website's traffic from Pinterest by 140%.
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Sep 03, 2019
Start Your Online Craft Business
How to sell your crafts online, develop better business collaborations, and finally, I'm sharing the Pinterest marketing strategy that increased traffic to my site from Pinterest by 140%.
Aug 27, 2019
Protect Your Pinterest Account So You're Not Flagged for Spam
There's popular Pinterest marketing advice out there that worries me. It might work for now, but, in my opinion, it's pretty aggressive.
Here's why I don't use the most aggressive Pinterest marketing strategies, even if they appear to be working for other bloggers.
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Aug 26, 2019
Portable Displays for Craft Shows
Reduce the risk of theft at craft shows with an efficient booth design, plus 14 retail display ideas that can be translated into portable craft booth designs.
Aug 22, 2019
Create an Art Show Display Designed for Your Customers
Create a display for art shows that's designed to appeal to your target market, and draw the right customers into your booth.
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Aug 21, 2019
Slat Walls for Craft Show Displays
7 photos of craft show displays that use slat wall panels. Slat wall panels and freestanding units are less common than other types of craft show display furniture. But in the right circumstance, they can be used to create a professional looking display.
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