Each year we make predictions about what what trends will dominate the year, and at the end of the year we take a look back at how we did! Craft Trends After attending the Creativation show in Phoenix in January 2019, we penned 2019’s Hottest Craft Trends...
As the holidays approach, we spend time thinking about how grateful we are for the blessings in our lives. Our attention also turns to those less fortunate than us. As crafters, it’s natural to want to give back via something warm and cozy that we’ve...
Voice search has been around for more than a decade, ever since Google launched it as a feature of its search engine in 2002. Since then, it has quickly become a hot trend in marketing. Simple, informational queries can transform into commercial opportunities if your...
This past weekend we attended the TNNA Summer Show in Cleveland, Ohio and were delighted to see old friends, meet new ones, and get a sneak peek of what’s coming in the fall! Today we’ll share with you a few of the things we found! Our...
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...
While many of your customers may knit or crochet seasonally, most sewists enjoy making projects year-round. As we’ve mentioned in our previous article on 2019’s Hottest Craft Trends, we’re seeing lots of makers eager to try new things. As a fabric store owner, this is...
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...
It’s the start of a new year and we’re on the search for this year’s crafting trends. The Stitchcraft team just returned from AFCI’s Creativation 2019 with loads of creative ideas and eye-catching photos. Here’s an overview of the trends we spotted at the show! Small...
How do you know what will be trending next week, next month, or even next year? As a crafty business owner, it’s important to be aware of what’s trending (or about to!) so that you can ensure your product offerings are what crafters are looking...