Create, Make, Sell — A Small Handmade Business Blog — From Studio To Market

A batch of genuine sea glass from the coast of UK

Beginner’s Guide to Buying Sea Glass Jewelry (R...

Barbara Macy

Learn how to tell the difference between real and fake sea glass, where it comes from, and what to look for when buying sea glass jewelry.

Beginner’s Guide to Buying Sea Glass Jewelry (R...

Barbara Macy

Learn how to tell the difference between real and fake sea glass, where it comes from, and what to look for when buying sea glass jewelry.

sea glass art featuring several colorful birds on a wire and a pebble cat below

Meet Claire Macy — The Sea Glass Artist Behind ...

Barbara Macy

Meet Claire Macy—the creative force behind our sea glass art. What started as a fun experiment with leftover sea glass quickly turned into a thriving part of our business. From...

Meet Claire Macy — The Sea Glass Artist Behind ...

Barbara Macy

Meet Claire Macy—the creative force behind our sea glass art. What started as a fun experiment with leftover sea glass quickly turned into a thriving part of our business. From...

crochet cat plushies by Tater & Lucy at the Corvallis Makers Market

Make What Sells: How to Actually Make Money at ...

Barbara Macy

If you want to make money at handmade markets and festivals, the strategy is simple: make what sells. Here's what that really means—and how one maker boosted her sales 40%...

Make What Sells: How to Actually Make Money at ...

Barbara Macy

If you want to make money at handmade markets and festivals, the strategy is simple: make what sells. Here's what that really means—and how one maker boosted her sales 40%...

heavy sterling silver handmade luxury chain by Will Macy of accent yourself

Meet Will: From “No Thanks” to Jewelry Partner

Barbara Macy

What started as a simple “no thanks” turned into a full partnership. Meet Will — my son and now a key part of our handmade jewelry business — known for...

Meet Will: From “No Thanks” to Jewelry Partner

Barbara Macy

What started as a simple “no thanks” turned into a full partnership. Meet Will — my son and now a key part of our handmade jewelry business — known for...

red oregon sunstone set in a fine and sterling silver bezel on a sturdy chain

Pacific Northwest Gemstones: What Makes Them So...

Barbara Macy

Discover what makes Pacific Northwest gemstones like Oregon Sunstone, Holley Blue Agate, and Montana Agate so special. Learn how locally sourced and ethically cut stones become one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry.

Pacific Northwest Gemstones: What Makes Them So...

Barbara Macy

Discover what makes Pacific Northwest gemstones like Oregon Sunstone, Holley Blue Agate, and Montana Agate so special. Learn how locally sourced and ethically cut stones become one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry.

Corvallis Makers Market in downtown Corvallis, Oregon — handmade goods every Saturday

Corvallis Makers Market: Handmade Finds in Down...

Barbara Macy

The Corvallis Makers Market runs every Saturday from mid-April through December in downtown Corvallis, Oregon. Located right next to the Corvallis Farmers Market, it's one of the best places to...

Corvallis Makers Market: Handmade Finds in Down...

Barbara Macy

The Corvallis Makers Market runs every Saturday from mid-April through December in downtown Corvallis, Oregon. Located right next to the Corvallis Farmers Market, it's one of the best places to...