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Starting a Craft Business 101

From William T Lasley,
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Part 1: First Steps

Having a plan is important! Decide exactly what you want to do and how you are going to do it before starting. Here are some basic things crafters should know when planning a strategy.

Pricing your Products
Deciding how much to charge for your crafts is an important decision.
Getting Started Selling Crafts
Preliminary ideas that should be thought through before beginning your new venture.
Crafts and Copyrights
Many craftspeople use copyrights to protect their work. What is involved?
Accepting Credit Card Payments
Accepting credit card payments can greatly benefit your business. Here's how!

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