Hello! I'm back to posting my Crafty Connections!! I've had a very fun and eventful summer (so far!) and I feel like I am ready to get back in the swing of things! Thanks so much for your words of support and encouragement while I was on my little hiatus!  

Each and every week I scour the interwebs and gather the best tutorials, tips, and informative links to help with your handmade craft business. In addition, I’ll post links to cool crafty DIY projects, and blogs I think are worth following. I hope you find something useful and helpful! If so, please let me know. I would LOVE your feedback!

 

Six tips for managing Custom Orders

via cutiepie company

Three creative business people share their insight into handling and managing custom orders.

Website Marketing: You've Just Launched your Website… Now What?
If you want visitors and sales, you have to constantly, consistently, and persistently promote your website.

Your Business Plan- the Best Road to Success

via pinkpurse

Many liken the Business Plan to a road map, but it’s more than that: a business plan doesn’t just tell you how to get somewhere; it also helps you decide exactly where it is you want to go.

 

8 reasons to comment on my blog
There are some great reasons why you should comment on my (or other bloggers’) blogs.

How to Get Your Indie Business Noticed

via kup kup land

Getting featured in a magazine or high-traffic blog is a HUGE metaphorical “pat on the back” but time and time again, you create something fabulous, you put it out there and…. nothing but crickets! Read an informal case study of a shop that's doing everything right.

DIY- An Envelope Tutorial

via the pink couch

With the holidays approaching, there are more reasons to give a card to your favorite teacher, a small envelope with a gift-card tucked inside to the best hair stylist, or just a quick thank you to a sweet friend.

 

 

If you know of any good handmade craft marketing resources I should include in the next Crafty Connections post please don’t hesitate to email me, or leave the link(s) in the comments section! I would love to be able to share these great resources with everyone! Thank you so much! 

-April
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