William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog December 2006 Archive

2007 Goal Setting
Someone smarter than me once said: "Goals allow you to change the direction of change in your favor." When you set goals for your business, you are helping to control what ... Read More

Sunday December 31, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Shows Early In The Year
Many crafters have a hard time finding good shows to attend this time of the year. While it's true there are not as many shows during January and February, there are ... Read More

Sunday December 31, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Update Your Paperwork!
Now is a good time of the year to make sure all of your literature is up-to-date! Make sure you have included any changes or additions for your business to your ... Read More

Sunday December 31, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Future Of Online Marketing
The future holds many exciting things for online marketers. The numbers show that online sales were up 25% this year from last year. It's time that crafters take advantage of ... Read More

Sunday December 24, 2006 | permalink | comments (4)

Crafter's Liability
What should you do when another crafter damages your products at a show? This is a good question posted to the forum this week. Well, first of all it depends ... Read More

Sunday December 24, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Running A Business The Old-Fashioned Way
Will you be stating a crafting business in 2007? If so consider running it the old-school way! What is that? Do not borrow money to start your business, let it ... Read More

Sunday December 24, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Online Selling Tips
Are your online sales increasing right now? Statistics are showing that online sales are up 25% this year versus last year. Remember that one of the best things crafters can ... Read More

Sunday December 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Selling To Local Shops
Selling to stores nearby can be a good way to get started selling wholesale. However, keep in mind that preparation is still needed. You should develop a plan outlining estimates ... Read More

Sunday December 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Tax Preparations
The end of the year is a good time to start planning for taxes. For instance, do you have any large items you need to purchase for your business during ... Read More

Sunday December 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Transportation For Shows
A great question was posted to the forum this week about what type of car (or truck or van) to buy for going to shows. The big thing you should ... Read More

Sunday December 10, 2006 | permalink | comments (4)

Five Things To Know
Are you considering starting an arts and crafts based business for 2007? The most important thing you can do is to plan your venture before you start. What types ... Read More

Sunday December 10, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Sites Or Shows
I'm curious how Web site sales are doing for you this time of the year. Traditionally the holidays are the best time for sales at most events. So hopefully your ... Read More

Sunday December 10, 2006 | permalink | comments (4)

Backing Up Your Data
Well, during the busiest time of the year, our computer died! Great. All that time spent reinstalling programs and setting up the Internet again could certainly have been used doing ... Read More

Sunday December 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Getting Started Selling Crafts "Jitters"
How do you get over fears of selling your crafts to the public? Well, the best way to get over a fear is to face it by getting started. One ... Read More

Sunday December 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Sales Down For Wal-Mart
While we were shopping at Wal-Mart this weekend, I was surprised that reports were coming in that sales were down for them this year. The crowds were enormous! To boost ... Read More

Sunday December 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (2)