Tag Archives: Handmade Crafts

The Benefits of Buying Handmade Arts & Crafts!

When you think about shopping for gifts or home decor items, where do you go first? The Mall? Target? Wal Mart? K Mart? Another Mart? Take a moment to consider the benefits of patronizing handmade craft outlets. There are a multitude of hand made crafters out there, just hoping you will take a moment to […]

The Farmer’s Market in Provo, Utah

My family and I have been enjoying going to the farmers market in Provo for two years now. It is fun to see all the different crafts and foods, as well as fresh vegetables, herbs, freshly made cakes and bread, and small restaurants selling food, which they offer in their weekly restaurant at an affordable […]

9 Secrets About Cherokee, North Carolina

When visiting Cherokee, North Carolina there are many things to keep in mind. Some of these secrets are good mysteries, like where to find the best fudge. Other secrets, protect yourself from bad mistakes while visiting Cherokee, North Carolina. Cherokee, North Carolina Secret #1: Handmade Crafts You will come across several gift shops that claim […]

Etsy.com: The Ultimate Site for Handmade Crafts

If you love handmade accessories or you are a talented craftsman yourself, then you should check out the Etsy.com site. Dedicated to handcrafts, Etsy.com offers everything from resin to lip art to pictures, necklaces, and more. This well-designed site offers a number of options for finding a newbie to shop for just about anything you […]

Holiday Events in Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville, NC is well-known for being home to Ft. Bragg and the 82nd Airborne, the Army’s fighting forces that are currently serving tours in Iraq. Other than being a town that supports a war effort, Fayetteville also has a myriad of holiday activities for families to participate in whether their soldiers are home or deployed. […]

Handmade Craft Marketing Ideas

Cooperative Advertising Handmade craft professionals can easily market their wares by combining their financial and network resources. Cooperative advertising is one of the Handmade Craft marketing ideas that are effective among groups. Join a local organization or arts group that are focused on crafts or small businesses. Members of your group can identify advertising opportunities […]

Etsy Vs. Artfire: Which is Better for Handmade Crafts and Vintage Items?

Like most people interested in clothing and vintage items, my first introduction to the market as a seller was through Etsy. I set up my shop with high hopes, the items sold briskly, and I loved the friendly company I made with Etsy sellers. Shortly after I opened my shop on Etsy, however, I started […]