5 Things Every Craft Blog Needs to Thrive

So you’ve decided to start a blog to talk about your art, craft, handmade business… things you love to make. You know you need to write regularly (all the great…

23 Wholesale Terms Every Maker Should Know

You’ve been hustling to create a solid product line, strong brand and you’ve seen success selling your products online and in craft shows. You’re making a name for yourself and…

Valentine’s Day Craft Projects for Yarn Lovers

Valentine’s Day can be a particularly polarizing holiday. Whether the day leaves you looking at life through rose colored glasses, or literally seeing red, you can’t deny that it’s nice…

The Maker’s Guide to Merchandising from the Kitchen

Running a handmade business tends to ebb and flow around the needs for inspiration, product creation and of course maintaining originality. Which is why it is so important to make…

Seas and Peas: Not Your Typical Greeting Card

Chad Schlund is the founder and co-owner of Seas and Peas, LLC, a small greeting card company based in Seattle WA.  Seas and Peas cards have been featured in many…

Craft Studio Tour: Behind the Scenes at Foamy Wader

Alexa Allamano is the creative talent behind the seaside-inspired handmade jewelry company, Foamy Wader in Seattle, WA. Foamy Wader sells delicate handmade jewelry that mixes natural gemstones, precious metals, artisan wire work, and…