Create, Make, Sell — A Small Handmade Business Blog — From Studio To Market
Why We Hire Gig Workers in Our Small Business (...
Running a small, handmade business means wearing a lot of hats. On any given day, we might be designing jewelry, answering customer messages, updating Etsy and Shopify listings, packing orders,...
Why We Hire Gig Workers in Our Small Business (...
Running a small, handmade business means wearing a lot of hats. On any given day, we might be designing jewelry, answering customer messages, updating Etsy and Shopify listings, packing orders,...
When a Vendor Event Doesn't Go as Planned
Not every event is a success — even when the location is great, the organizers are solid, and past shows have gone well. This past weekend was a reminder that...
When a Vendor Event Doesn't Go as Planned
Not every event is a success — even when the location is great, the organizers are solid, and past shows have gone well. This past weekend was a reminder that...
Why Our Jewelry Prices Have Increased — and Why...
A lot of jewelers are moving toward alternative metals. We're choosing not to. Sterling silver has always been at the heart of our work, and maintaining that quality matters more...
Why Our Jewelry Prices Have Increased — and Why...
A lot of jewelers are moving toward alternative metals. We're choosing not to. Sterling silver has always been at the heart of our work, and maintaining that quality matters more...
Why Staying Local Works for Us: Art Festivals, ...
After two years of traveling to art festivals and craft shows, we've learned firsthand what works — and what doesn't — for our handmade jewelry business. While big, juried events...
Why Staying Local Works for Us: Art Festivals, ...
After two years of traveling to art festivals and craft shows, we've learned firsthand what works — and what doesn't — for our handmade jewelry business. While big, juried events...
Art Festivals: Are They Worth It for Vendors?
Art festivals can be exciting — but they're also expensive, time-intensive, and unpredictable. Before applying, it's important to look beyond the hype and evaluate whether a show truly makes sense...
Art Festivals: Are They Worth It for Vendors?
Art festivals can be exciting — but they're also expensive, time-intensive, and unpredictable. Before applying, it's important to look beyond the hype and evaluate whether a show truly makes sense...
Where Do I Get My Sea Glass?
Ever wondered where my sea glass comes from? It's one of the most common questions I hear at markets. In this post, I share the honest answer — along with...
Where Do I Get My Sea Glass?
Ever wondered where my sea glass comes from? It's one of the most common questions I hear at markets. In this post, I share the honest answer — along with...