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Different ways to expand upon your existing arts and crafts business.

By William T Lasley, About.com Guide to Arts / Crafts Business

After you have decided to make the change from hobbyist to craft professional what can you do to grow your business? Selling online, selling through a sales representative and selling through consignment are great ways to expand upon your growing business!

  1. Selling Crafts Online
  2. Trade Shows
  3. Business Basics
  4. As Your Business Grows

Selling Crafts Online

Selling crafts online requires patience, planning and knowledge of a few basics. Here you will find a collection of resources to help you get started in the world of online craft retailing.

Trade Shows

Wholesale markets, also known as trade shows are very different from traditional retail craft shows. Not only is the environment different, the customers are also quite another type of buyer. To make the best of your wholesale experience, it helps to be prepared.

Business Basics

From credit cards to taxes, there are lots of things you need to know to run your business legally and smoothly.

As Your Business Grows

After a while, you will want to expand your business. Maybe you need to hire and employee or expand into other markets. Here's some information to help you expand.

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