The launch of our Guide to Businessy Goodness has truly been like an adventure into the far reaches of space. Over 120 copies have been sold since our Guide went live yesterday morning and I've been blown away by all the tweets, posts & support from our community. I am thankful and amazed by the response from everyone, obviously the creative community was ready for business … [Read more...] about Space Shopping: Handmade Finds for Intergalactic Travellers
Fellow Makers
Meeting the Makers: Erin Druez
We write a lot about growing your business the way that is right for you. You might want to run your biz full time and be the biggest thing since sliced bread, that's cool! Or you might want to have a little creative outlet where you can showcase your skill part time. Maybe you are aiming for a middle ground. Either way, whether you want to be tiny or gigantical, presentation … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Erin Druez
Be the Fun You Wish to See
If you agree with the above quote, then logic would follow that work (a part of life) is too important to be taken seriously as well. Incorporating more fun and playfulness into my days and sharing it with my posse of friends/family/readers/followers/customers/etc. has become increasingly important to me, but I continue to stall out on the follow through. Which got me thinking … [Read more...] about Be the Fun You Wish to See
Meeting the Makers: Matt Snow of Ex-Boyfriend
Time for a different kind of Meeting the Makers feature! Today we are hanging out with Matt of Ex-Boyfriend and learning about the business he created with his wife Meredith. They have lots of fun & funny goodies in their shop including some spacey designs that are just perfect for our theme this month. Ex-Boyfriend also has a great passion project supporting the SPCA-100% … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Matt Snow of Ex-Boyfriend
DIY: Crepe Paper Flowers
Crepe paper has always been one of those materials I've coveted from afar. It's not really something you come across in a standard Canadian craft shop, so I had never had a chance to try making with it. Needless to say, when the opportunity arose to make something out of Carte Fini Italian crepe paper came up, I was super excited about it! Of course, crepe paper in … [Read more...] about DIY: Crepe Paper Flowers
