Having worked at Interweave press right around 2006-2009 I got to sit on the selling side of the table and I learned a lot about print advertising that I think can help crafty business owners still looking to dabble in print. In this blog post,...
Have you thought about hosting a Knit Along (KAL), Crochet Along (CAL), or Quilt Along (QAL)? Crafters are loving these group projects, and companies are reaping the rewards. In this post we’ll share best practices gleaned from conversations with experienced Make Along (MAL) hosts. What is...
With the ubiquitous presence of social media, it's easy to argue that your social media presence should not only include all channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and Ravelry but also encompass the widest international reach possible. After all, in our flat global economy, your...
Consumer Generated Content is replacing word of mouth as the most trusted form of marketing. Testimonials and real-life images from happy customers are far more compelling than a slick ad. Research shows that more than 70% of shoppers trust consumer opinions posted online(1). That number...
With more than 500 million active daily users, Instagram has become the social platform of choice for many of your customers. Crafters of all kinds look to Instagram for inspiration and information. And Instagram users are the audience you want to reach – 90% of...
Before you start your blog and social media channels, it’s easy to think that you will have plenty of time to get it done right. When you actually get into it, however, it’s a different story. Creating content that is engaging, instructional and fun is...
Perhaps you’ve seen reports predicting that online retail sales will grow three times faster than retail overall. Maybe you’re struggling to find retailers to distribute your product, and you think selling directly to consumers might be a better plan. Will 2018 be the year you...
You may not have realized it yet, but wool prices are on the rise. According to a February 2018 article in the Wall Street Journal, “In Australia, which produces the bulk of merino wool used by major clothing brands, benchmark wool prices were recently around...