Are you ready to take your craft business to the next level? Get ready, maker friends, because we’re about to unleash the power of SEO on Shopify! 🚀 In this exciting guide, we’ll dive headfirst into the wonderful world of search engine optimization (SEO) and show you how it can work wonders for your Shopify […]

The number of online business tools available for makers can be overwhelming! What website host should you use? What exactly is an “ESP,” and which one is right for you? Today I’m sharing some of my favorite business tools for my online business. I’ve got you covered, from marketplaces to graphic design, digital storage to […]

Selling your creations online can be very rewarding. It allows you to showcase your talents and connect with customers from all over. However, before you dive into the world of online selling, it’s essential to understand the costs associated with selling handmade items online. In this blog post, I’ll break down the actual costs to […]

Running a handmade business can be fulfilling and rewarding. You’re your own boss! You make things every day! People actually PAY you for what you create! But it can also be challenging. Taxes, emails, inventory, photos, and more are your responsibility. Whether you’re creating your products from scratch, managing your online store, or handling administrative […]

If you’re a creative business owner you may know how to work the craft show circuit like a pro. But if you’re new to the online scene, shipping handmade items may be THE hurdle keeping you from opening your own website. Shipping handmade products can be tricky, but fear not! I am here to help […]

While running a handmade business can be fulfilling and rewarding, it’s important to make sure that it is also profitable. After all, if your business is not making a profit, then it’s just a hobby.  A profit is crucial for the sustainability and growth of your handmade business. In this ultimate guide, I’ve gathered my […]

When you first start your craft business, you may be “aware” of competitors, but you’re probably focused more on getting started. Over time, however, doing competitive research is a very smart strategy for creating a business that BLOOMS! Performing competitive research for your craft business can give you valuable insights into what other businesses are […]

Starting a new business can be incredibly exciting. You get to create a brand, choose a name, pick out your logo, and start marketing your products. One step in this process that many makers fail to focus on is craft business insurance. It’s not flashy and fun like the other parts, I know. But it’s […]

Tax season will be here before you know it, and if you’re a craft business owner, there are certain items you need to track and record for tax purposes. Today’s post has some tax help to make your business owner life a little easier. Tax time is not just in April! As a business owner, […]

Selling handmade products online brings a bit of joy to every day. We’re doing what we love AND getting paid for it? So sweet! Unfortunately, it can also be a bit overwhelming to figure out the complex world of sales tax for online businesses.  With so many rules and regulations, it’s hard to know where […]