Earlier this month Jenna @makeitshow shared a great post on rocking your sales & with Jess' first question on Craft Fairs/Trade Shows we were off to races! Question #1: Let's dive in! Have you ever sold at a craft fair or trade show? What was your biggest lesson learned from the experience? @tif_smith: @missprissypaige i have a much better idea of my target market and my … [Read more...] about #OMHG – November 29, 2012: Rocking Your Holiday Sales
Archives for November 2012
Community Critique #2: Re-Wood Toys
It is time for the next Community Critique! Last month I focused on how creating a cohesive visual brand through your logo and identity can make a huge difference for your business. This month we are zeroing in on investing time to create amazing photographs and showcase your handcrafted works. Natalie of Re-Wood Toys wrote in to share some great insight for Jus Shar Designs … [Read more...] about Community Critique #2: Re-Wood Toys
How to Stay Sane During the Holidays…
The holidays can be a crazy time! Owning a creative handmade business can offer even more craziness. Keep your sanity in check by performing at least one of these things ONCE A DAY - most definitely throughout the holidays, but I have found that they help throughout the year, too. Some of these things are easy enough to do; others will take a bit more effort on your … [Read more...] about How to Stay Sane During the Holidays…
5 Foolproof Ways to Prevent Burnout During the Holiday Season
Image credit: Secure Your Own Mask First print by Emily McDowell By Tracy Matthews For makers, designers and crafters, the holiday season is the busiest time of the year. Most likely by now, you are juggling a bunch of orders either wholesale or retail, spreading yourself thin with holiday craft fairs or trunk shows and scrambling every last minute for marketing … [Read more...] about 5 Foolproof Ways to Prevent Burnout During the Holiday Season
Redefining Success: Still Making Mistakes – A Book Review and Giveaway
W. Brett Wilson's book, Still Making Mistakes, arrived with a form note with my name hand-written across the top and Mr. Wilson's signature at the bottom. An included branded eraser with a label inscribed 'still making mistakes' was a cute little extra. I can relate: I still write the drafts for all of my articles and content in pencil. W. Brett Wilson is a Canadian … [Read more...] about Redefining Success: Still Making Mistakes – A Book Review and Giveaway
