Spring has sprung and while some places are still digging out of the snow, many places are enjoying blooming buds, sunshine and greenery. Today we’re going to talk about how you can take advantage of this beautiful spring season to refresh your web presence. Look and...
Dark social sharing is what happens when people share content via private networks and messaging apps such as email, text, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. These shares are called dark because they are hard to track and quantify. Dark social is traffic that’s not attributed to...
Starting in 2018, the Business of Craft podcast shifted its publishing schedule to the 1st and 15th of each month. Each episode explores a topic by breaking it down to clarify not just why these points are important for your business but how to immediately...
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...
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...
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...
It’s time to make some predictions for 2018! Last year, we organized our look at crafting trends for the new year based on specific crafts. This year, rather than focusing on individual craft sectors, we’re going to take a look at broader trends in Making,...
The Business of Craft podcast presents interviews with a diverse range of experts from the craft industry. Guests share their proven strategies for success and thoughts on the ever-evolving trends. Subscribe to the show and each new episode will be available immediately in your listening...