We’re very proud of all the work we are doing to elevate the handmade industry. As part of our ongoing efforts, we’ve recently launched a column in partnership with Smart Retailer magazine. This allows us to talk about the unique challenges and opportunities represented by the handmade industry. The articles themselves are for subscribers only […]
From here to wholesale in 1 year%3$s>
Considering going from here to wholesale? Over the last several months, I’ve been having many conversations with Makers. We’ve all been through a difficult time the last two plus years with the pandemic. It’s been a huge rollercoaster ride of uncertainty. Many are still getting used to the new normal, whatever that is. At the […]
A guide to navigating the holiday shipping rush%3$s>
We’re proud to now be partnering with noissue! noissue provides custom, sustainable packaging at low minimum order quantities. Their simple design platform and global shipping capabilities make it easy for businesses and amakers of any size to choose beautifully branded eco-packaging. Utilizing sustainable materials, like FSC-certified paper and soy-based inks, noissue prioritizes offering compostable, recyclable, […]
Holiday Shipping Deadlines 2020%3$s>
Even if your wholesale orders for the Holidays ship out in October, your retail customers will still be placing orders for their loved ones right up until the last minute. Even though wholesale order deadlines for the holidays will have most likely come and gone for your bra, this is still a busy time for […]
Sell Your Designs: 9 Retail Business Strategies for Handmade Jewelry Shop Owners%3$s>
Selling your homemade jewelry to others sounds like a business dream come true for a lot of people. But the realities of managing a business can get in the way of what you love and make it hard to make the enterprise a success. That’s why you need to know the right retail business strategies […]
How to use Table Rate Shipping%3$s>
Shop Setting Explained%3$s>
If you’re looking for more information about any specific shop setting this is the place! Store Store Name This is where you enter the name of your store exactly as you want it to appear on your shop (including capitalization, punctuation, and spacing). Note that your store name will also determine what your default store link […]
Managing Your Membership%3$s>
Sign-up for a membership By default, all members are set up with a free membership plan. There are several additional plans that you can choose from: Membership plans are listed on your Shop Dashboard > Settings > Membership. Click on the “Sign Up” button of the plan you choose to register for a membership. You […]
Meet the Maker: Relax. Rinse. Repeat.%3$s>
We sat down with co-owners Jacob and Jenny Doser of Relax. Rinse. Repeat. to learn more about what inspires them to make their line of affordable, all-natural body care products. How did you get into making? And how did you start your business? It all started in 2015 with a frustrated phone call from my […]
Meet the Maker: Parcel Island%3$s>
Say hello to Carley Hussain of Parcel Island! You can also check out her behind-the-scenes on our Instagram Highlights where she gives you a peek into her daily life, an office tour, and a look at her process. How did you get into making? And how did you start your business? As a Graphic Designer […]
You want me to sell my products for WHAT?%3$s>
When makers are first considering the transition to wholesale, there is often a good deal of consternation around pricing their products. “You want me to sell my products for half of my retail price?!” is a common comment seen in maker Facebook groups, and for good reason. Most often if a maker has been pricing […]
How do I create coupons or promo codes?%3$s>
Coupons and promo codes can be a handy way to entice buyers to purchase from your shop. Read on for more info. Coupons are created in your shop dashboard. Click the “add coupon” button to start editing a new coupon. In this example we will walk you through creating a coupon to offer free shipping […]