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Do you have a brand promise?

Written by Albina Rose Some time ago, I participated in an online discussion where this topic came up, and I had honestly, never thought of it until then. But the conversation did get me thinking about it. And thinking about it even more. Until I came to understand how important it is to have a brand identity and brand promise. "The brand promise is what audiences are assured of receiving as a result of their relationship with the brand." And another from Brain ...

What are Your Pictures Saying About Your Work

A picture is worth a thousand words. Truer words were never spoken especially when you are trying to sell your hard work online. Nobody is saying that amazing pictures are easy, you just have to spend a few minutes in most any craft/sales forum and you will find a thread about how to improve their product pictures but please know that the effort is well worth the work if you are planning on making your business a success. You have about ...

Your Business Card

Hello, So you've made a sale and sent a happy customer off with their wonderful handmade item. Now what? How will that customer get in touch with you if they need or want to return for another purchase? How will they tell their friends about the wonderful shop from which they purchase their item? Your business card. The other day I received a call from a gentleman looking for someone to wire-wrap something for him. As I don't do that I wanted ...

Do you struggle with how to price your handmade craft?

This is probably the number two question I am asked by artists and crafts people: "how do I know how much to charge for my handmade items?" My answer: There is no one single formula. How you price your creative work depends on many factors. The most important thing is that you are making a profit and your market will bear the price. If you're crafting as a hobby, you may be just covering materials but if you intend to create ...

Putting Together Press Kits

I recently was lucky enough to attend the Buyers Market as a member of the press. While getting my permission badge to carry my camera and take photos, we were directed to the press table which turned into an eye opening experience. On this table were folders, envelopes and brochures from the various vendors displaying at the show. Every vendor did not provide a kit and after looking through many I couldn’t understand why? These little packs gave me a ...

Featured Artist Pam of A Bead Thing

Posted on June 19, 2013 by MakinTheBestOfIt

Rarely does our life follow the path we thought they would, but these detours often land us in a place of amazing adventure! Such is the case of Pam Andrews, one time administrator and real estate agent turned homeschooling grandmother and artist! Pam raised two children while living in the rat race of real estate, [...]

Posted in Featured Vendor, Handmade, Handmade Artisans | Tags: abeadthing, bead, Bead Thing, bracelet, earrings, Handmade, handmade jewelry, handmadeartists, jewelry | No Comments

Handmade Tote Bag Tutorial

Posted on June 18, 2013 by RapunzelGarden

To make this quick and easy shopping bag you’ll need two 40″ x 20″ pieces of different fabric: one for the outer bag and one for the lining. Draw the pattern on a large piece of paper and cut out. Cut two pieces on fold from each fabric. Pin pieces for the outer bag right [...]

Posted in Handmade, Tutorials | Tags: crafts, handcrafted, handmade tutorials, sewing, sewing tutorials, shopping bag, tote bag, tutorials | No Comments

Happy Father’s Day

Posted on June 16, 2013 by admin

This is just a short and sweet shout out to all the fathers out there. Hope you get a hug and a smile from your children and those you love on this special day. Here’s a virtual hug from us here at Handmade Artists’, keep up the good work out there and continue raising the [...]

Posted in Announcements | Tags: father, fathers day, fathers day gifts, handamde artists, Handmade, handmade father, handmade fathers day | 1 Comment

Discover Handmade June 14

Posted on June 14, 2013 by CrochetHooked

Good morning friends! Welcome to Discover Handmade June 14! Did you know the ‘Rose’ represents the month of June? Hmmm….. Do I have a few rosy treats for you today from BeadWizzard, PatchworkMountain, WoodstockNYC, and FabricOfMyMind. These terrific artists sell their amazing handmade products, right here at HandmadeArtists.com. It was tough choosing only one item [...]

Posted in Discover Handmade, Handmade | Tags: buy handmade, featured artist, handcrafted, Handmade Products, jewelry, june bracelet, moonstone necklace, quilted runner, rose photos | 5 Comments

Featured Artist Gabrielle of My Lovi

Posted on June 11, 2013 by MakinTheBestOfIt

“It is never nuts to do something you love. But that is what it has to be. If you are doing it for the money, then there is no passion in it and will reflect in your products.” Wise words from a talented crafter with a passion for handmade and buy local! In addition to [...]

Posted in Featured Vendor | Tags: american girl doll, cake topper, clay, custom, custom doll furniture, furniture, Handmade, mylovi, polymer clay, wedding, wood | 4 Comments

Best Friend Day

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Myeuropeantouch

Best Friend Day! June 8th is BEST FRIEND DAY Best Friend Day is a time to enjoy and appreciate your best friend. It’s a day to honor and cherish the relationship. If you’re lucky, you have a best friend. If you are real lucky, you have a number of best friends. Best friends are very, [...]

Posted in Contributors | Tags: cards, Handmade, handmade jewelry, handmade mosaics, HandmadeArtists.com, MyEuropeanTouch, tiles | 6 Comments

Discover Handmade June 7

Posted on June 7, 2013 by CrochetHooked

Hi everyone and welcome to Discover Handmade….It’s all about Dad Father’s Day is about nine days away and there is still time to order a gift for Dad. Here at Handmade Artists, you can find a large variety of handcrafted gifts for just about every occasion, including Father’s Day. Sure, you can go to your [...]

Posted in Discover Handmade, Handmade | Tags: celtic necklace, Creative Handmade Artisans, fathers day, golf, handcrafted, Handmade, Handmade Artists, paper clip holder, personalized mugs, unique gifts | 2 Comments

So You Want To Open a Store

Posted on June 6, 2013 by TheAlchemistsVessel

Written by ~The Alchemists Vessel~ It has been a long-time dream of mine to open and operate my own store. The idea of the store has morphed from form or another, but always staying within the same vein or theme of handmade art and gifts. In October of last year, I was graciously offered an [...]

Posted in Information | Tags: brick and morter store, Handmade, Handmade Artists, handmade shop, handmade stores, opening a craft store, selling handmade | 6 Comments

Planning an Arts Festival – What Gets Done Before You Arrive

Posted on June 2, 2013 by iKnitQuiltSew

Written By iKnitQuiltSew While many of us participate in arts festivals or craft shows as exhibitors, very few people have been on the other side of that adventure. I am the Artist Coordinator and Co-Chair of not one, but two regional, juried arts festival. I thought it might be interesting to you to know what [...]

Posted in Handmade, Information, Promote Handmade, Selling Tips, Spread the Love | Tags: arts festival, booth set-up, craft show, Handmade Artists, planning | 4 Comments

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