Creative Cash
by Barbara Brabec

Publisher:  Prima Publishing
ISBN:  0761514252

Creative Cash is a "how-to" book for learning to make money from your creative skills. This book includes information on production, legal/financial details, selling at shows and fairs, home sales/shows, mall selling, wholesaling, writing/publishing, and even a section on crafters using computer technology.

Barbara Brabec is one of the world's leading experts on turning a craft hobby into a profession. She communicates with thousands of craftspeople via her Web Site and through her monthly column "Selling What You Make," in Crafts magazine.

Ms. Brabec walks you through all the steps. From realizing your dream to implementing a full-blown business model, her plan can help immensely in turning a hobby into a successful business. Creative Cash is geared towards the hobbyist who would like to profit from their craft. Beginners will find this book very effective since it covers all the details often overlooked by "how-to start a business" manuals. The strongest point made is the importance of planning. Too many people begin a business without taking the time to outline their goals. This book will help you to avoid many of the pitfalls that block your path to success.

No matter what type of craft-related business you are interested in beginning, you should find this book to be priceless in helping you get started. Even would-be authors will find a large chapter packed with information on writing and publishing. If you are interested in selling your patterns to companies or individuals, you will find information here, too. This is one of the most well-rounded books I have read on how to start a business and I highly recommend it for anyone who would like to sell their hand-made products to the world.

William T Lasley, your Guide for Arts/Crafts Business