We’ve heard from several of our clients that views for their online profiles have suffered a sharp decline recently compared to previous years. Many of you are lamenting the lack of interactions, finding it increasingly more and more difficult to gain traction in the ever-evolving...
The Stitchcraft team just returned from the inaugural h+h americas show last week in Chicago, and they kept their eyes peeled for the latest craft trends. If you didn’t attend this year’s show in person, there are still virtual spots available through July 1. And...
Expansion of the global marketplace has heretofore had a positive impact on business, creating increased competition, more efficient markets, and greater opportunities to expand customer bases. COVID-19, however, has weakened links in the global supply chain, generating a ripple effect on businesses here and abroad. Several...
We’re approaching the second quarter of the new year, which is a great time to look ahead at a new crop of crafting trends. Every year Stitchcraft turns a gimlet eye toward the vast community of makers to suss out their current inspirations. What moves...
Back in 1979, The Buggles sang about how Video Killed the Radio Star. Now, in 2022, it seems video inspired the radio star. Witness the recent resurgence of audio streaming platforms, developed on the heels of video apps like TikTok, which energized users to create short,...
It’s been a tricky year navigating a world still affected by an ongoing pandemic. Thankfully, the challenge has presented opportunities for innovations in how we approach and manage business. As we near the end of 2021, we’d like to take a look back at some...
A trend we’ve seen take hold over the course of the pandemic is craft blending. Specifically, we’ve witnessed embroidery elements spilling over into other craft spaces, whether it’s knitting, sewing, crocheting, or even weaving. Blending crafts together is fun (and useful!) for a lot of reasons....
You’ve likely seen the term “User Generated Content” floating around the internet. You may have even started exploring how to tie some of this content into your social media marketing plan. User Generated Content might be one of the most important organic means of generating...