Preface Craft show season is once again upon us, providing the perfect venue for Artisans to get out in the public eye and gain some exposure. As more and more …

Hobby to Business Series: Craft Show Season

Hobby to Business Series: Where to Sell Your Product
Where to Sell Your Product Finding a place to sell your handmade goods can seem overwhelming if you’re not sure where to start. It’s a no-brainer that one of the …

Hobby to Business Series: Labeling Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of the Labeling segment in our Hobby to Business Series. Ideally, you have now either conjured or created a vision for your logo and labels. Maybe …

Hobby to Business Series: Cosmetic Labeling
Today we will explore some of the general cosmetic labeling guidelines as well as some useful tips to take into consideration.

Hobby to Business Series: Packaging
Product packaging tells the story of you and your brand. Not only does it make a great marketing tool, but it also helps you and your product stand out among …

Hobby to Business Series: Establishing Your Brand
Over the last few weeks, we’ve explored the first steps of turning a hobby into a business. With products developed and numbers crunched it’s time to define your brand identity. …

Hobby to Business Series: Calculating Cost
Foreword With craft show season rapidly approaching, I wanted to share how to take a closer look at your production costs so you can effectively price your product and see …

Hobby to Business Series: What Will You Sell?
Determining What to Sell I firmly believe the old saying “slow and steady wins the race” holds true. As crafters, we often forget there’s a lot more to do than …