1. There is a lot of stress! Have I done enough work? Are my products good enough? Why isn’t this selling? The self doubt and stress is never ending! 2. You will not be successful overnight! You will not be successful overnight, over days or months! It takes a long long time to start sellingContinue reading “10 things I’ve learned starting a handmade business”
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Scrapbooking part 1
As part of a new series, every 2 weeks starting from September you can join in scrap booking with me to create your very own scrapbook from scratch! In part one we will be making the base book and every part from here onwards we will be making unique decoration, pull outs and movable partsContinue reading “Scrapbooking part 1”
Cheats extra easy Calligraphy
Calligraphy is used so much at the moment! Place cards, wedding invites, wall signs, room decor, even envelopes. This can be a valuable tool in any crafters toolbox but also is fun just to have a go at especially if you have an event or wedding coming up. Finding calligraphy pens and ink or brushContinue reading “Cheats extra easy Calligraphy”
Handmade last minute teachers gifts
The end of term is coming fast and lots of parents are urgently looking for last minute affordable teachers gifts so here is few ideas which will hopefully help. All of these ideas can also be used for teachers assistants as I know they can be especially difficult to find items for. 1. Plant potContinue reading “Handmade last minute teachers gifts”
RE-RE-RELAUNCH!
The Meaningful Makes blog has relaunched…. For the 3rd time I think? It was very difficult to find a blog which suited this business and I think I have finally found it! SO.. you can look forward to featured creators, my favourite small business suppliers, craft kits testing, accounts you should be following on PinterestContinue reading “RE-RE-RELAUNCH!”
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