If your business is active on Instagram (which it should be! Click here for more information on how to best utilize Instagram for your business), then it is likely you have witnessed the rise of the influencer in recent years. These power users have flooded...
Customer loyalty programs have rapidly become a foundational strategy for maintaining a loyal customer base. Creating a rewards program not only encourages your customers to make frequent purchases but also reinforces the meaningful and mutually beneficial relationship you share. Rewards can take many forms: discounts...
In February we highlighted our favorite 2019 Craft Trends spotted at Creativation, and more recently we’ve reported on 2019’s Hottest Sewing Trends. Once you know your product offerings are on trend, what is the best way to market them? Let’s talk about the best ways...
To paraphrase a popular fantasy series slogan, “summer is coming,” which means crafting will soon do battle with the lure of warmer weather. The siren song of sunshine and outdoor activities draws many crafters away from their hobbies around this time of year, and it’s...
Increased coverage of crafting’s many benefits has stimulated growth in the crafting community, which is a boon for business but may leave you feeling like you are drowning in a sea of similar offerings. It is critical to create a unique presence that enables your...
In today’s DIY world, people of all ages are crafting and making things. It has never been easier to access tutorials and learn how to do new things right from your home using Google and YouTube. These days recording quick audio or video files explaining...
When you’re managing a crafting business, it can be tempting to sign up for automated services that promise to cross-post your social media posts for you. After all, time is a limited resource and the idea of having to go to several different sites to...
No matter what your crafty business, you need social media presence to be competitive in today’s world. With so many people utilizing a wide range of platforms, it’s never been easier to engage with your audience. Whether you’re a blogger, a business owner, or a...
Business of Craft, the bimonthly podcast of Stitchcraft Marketing, explores topics and questions on the minds of crafty business owners and entrepreneurs just like you. Our host, Leanne Pressly, and guest delve deeper into the topic by clarifying the important points and sharing ways in...