Did you know that we have gift subscriptions? So the next time someone asks what they can do to help your business other than buy a product- hit them up to get you a gift subscription to Handmade Seller! 🥰 #handmadebusiness

Are you getting your Christmas Wish list ready? Did you know that we have gift subscriptions? It's a great that people that care about you and your business can help you out! 🥰 #handmadebusiness

We are a small team, and find ourselves needing to prioritize how much time we spend on socials. While we will post occasionally here, the best way to hear from us is to get on our email list. We only send a few emails a month. 🌿 🎉

We are ready to share our first line up of speakers! Register for this free virtual event to get insights and exploration of a variety of topics for eco conscious artisan businesses! Head over here to learn more! www.handmadeseller.com/eco-consciou... #handmadebusiness

Endangered breeds of livestock need jobs- this was a comment I first heard last year when I learned about the Livestock Conservancy at a conference. And I've wanted to share their story ever since. This month we are delighted to feature the Shave 'Em to Save 'Em program!

Just a little sneak peek- Eco Conscious Artisan Business Week is coming this fall! Pop on over to our website to learn more about what we are up to! 😀 #handmadebusiness

It was such a privilege to feature @stampfans.bsky.social in our summer magazine! If you are looking for new revenue streams for your business- this is a great one to check out!

Did you know that we have gift subscriptions? So the next time someone asks what they can do to help your business other than buy a product- hit them up to get you a gift subscription to Handmade Seller! 🥰 Christmas in July! #handmadebusiness

Jen Rose created the remarkable Bee Cups to support our pollinators.🐝 After experiencing remarkable growth- the copycats came and stole the designs, resulting in a big loss of business. What would you do? Hear how she is fighting back in our summer magazine! #handmadebusiness

It is such a delight to share amazing and creative Craft fair displays from artisan businesses. Check out Yellow Dot Artist's creative mobile display! www.handmadeseller.com/?404=%2Fp%2F... #craftfairdisplay #handmadebusiness

How many times have you found yourself using that phrase related to your handmade business? 😀 Join us for a great new podcast episode with @preservingmysanity.bsky.social youtu.be/nGM_9EIrxj4 #handmadebusiness

@effingcandleco.bsky.social and 'Sota Cracklers joined me this week in sharing perspectives on how the tariffs are affecting their companies- read on for interesting details on what is happening in the Candle Industry! #handmadebusiness www.handmadeseller.com/p/lighting-t...

Who needs something to smile about today? In our spring magazine, we feature an artisan who has designed her business to be zero waste. Smile as you check out her amazing story in our magazine! 😍 #handmadebusiness

Many thanks to @handmadeseller.bsky.social for inviting me to share my thoughts for their series on how tariffs are impacting the maker industry here in the US. First installment is here: www.handmadeseller.com/p/we-re-gonn...

Hey, Makers 🐝 Makerbee is launching soon! We are looking for Makers that want a free storefront, to make 100% of their profits, and to divest from big business. We genuinely care about your feedback and your ability to make 100% profits off of your handmade items. SIGN UP TODAY: makerbee.io

Great advice here if you are new to Bluesky and are part of the fiber community! 👇 #fiberartists

Anyone here on Skylight yet? I would love to hear from anyone that used TikTok as to what they think of the early version of Skylight. Any time Mark Cuban is backing something- I am curious because he usually plays the long game. 😀

This week I did a deep dive into Eventbrite's platform updates and their business model changes- take a peek if you sell free or paid tickets to events or for classes- I think you might find their changes interesting!😀 www.handmadeseller.com/p/eventbrite... #handmadebusiness

Give me a like if you feel like you have received the "Where's my package" question one too many times? In this new article, I get into changes that are coming to the USPS as of April 1st that will affect many people. I also share some insights into how to handle the "Where's my package" question.

If you are feeling that pull to talk with other artisan business owners that just "Get it", you are in luck! Our next round of free events is next week- and this time we have both virtual and in person options! Check out our options here:www.handmadeseller.com/c/events

We’re having an Open House! And we’re not paying Meta to promote it so please spread the word!

Our first ever research poll- how many marketplaces are you currently selling on? Cast your vote over on our website- results will be shared Weds next week! www.handmadeseller.com/p/our-first-...

Ever have those days when things just hit the fan? A few weeks ago we hit a big issue and threw out almost all of our tech infrastructure and rebuilt on @beehiiv.com. The story is pretty wild, and I decided it is time to tell it. First part here.😀 www.handmadeseller.com/p/inside-my-...

It is always such a pleasure to get to share stories where we win in our industry! This is a great story of how technology is being used for good(i.e. put more money in artisan businesses pockets). 🤗

Did you know that you can attend the h+h americas show in Chicago in May for free courtesy of Handmade Seller? Check out this article to learn more! www.handmadeseller.com/p/hh-is-back...

Etsy just released its financial results today. "Etsy marketplace GMS was $3.3 billion, down 8.6% year-over-year". There will be lots in here for me to unpack and write about (as they own several brands). Deeper dive coming soon.

Happy news day (let's face it we need it). Today I was up at Badwolf Adventure Studios. Our local WCCO tv was there interviewing them for a segment at 4:55 p.m. CST today- you can watch online as well after it airs! Love seeing the little guy get some love! 😍

Getting up an running on Bluesky can be a bit challenging for a lot of artisan businesses. I'm pulling together some resources to make this transition easier to welcome more people over here. 😀 I know why I came over- but why did you come over? What intrigued you to get started here❓

Now, let's get the mischief fully going on here. After some tech enhancements, we are now welcoming Canadian artisans to Artisan Ave too! Why, you ask? Because we could, and I felt like it, so we did! 🥳 Come on in and apply so we can send you free referral traffic!

Some fun little mischief I have been up to...... Handmade Seller has bought Artisan Ave! It's a great way for artisans to build free referral traffic to their marketplace shop or website. 😀 Details here:https://handmadeseller.com/single-post/2025/01/21/handmade-seller-magazine-acquires-artisan-ave/

A little bit on pins & needles as I get ready to host my first in person networking event for artisan businesses and those in the supporting ecosystem. Send good vibes please! ☺️If you feel like socializing tonight and in Minneapolis, still happy to have you come! www.eventbrite.com/e/necessary-...

Epic #upcycled foosball drum table that we just finished and it turned out incredible! It is now a fully functional work of art and a one of a kind decor piece🥁♻️⚽️🤩 #shoplocal #smallbusiness #music #sports #art #sustainable #soccer #foosball #decor #supportlocal #handmadebusiness #funkyupbeatdesigns

With such a tough up, down, and all around year for many businesses. I *might* have set up new options for read access to the magazine (our entry tier) and even options to pay monthly ($2.50) and use Paypal to smooth out payments. And gee, maybe I should have shared that I set it up? 🫠

Information for free meals for anyone fleeing LA and going south

So heartbreaking to see the southern California wildfires and all the people affected. Sending love your way. 😭

Also added additional events for Feb and March in case January doesn't work for you!

Okay, here is another feed for you to display your best #craftfair and #craftmarket posts! 😀https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:piybutwk6zfk7ogzspqejm2d/feed/aaaeppgznrooe

Alrighty my fellow artisans! Who's ready for a feed of beautiful Handmade Business posts?? 😀 We have created a custom feed for your BlueSky viewing pleasure. 🥳Tag with #HandmadeBusiness to get your posts added to this feed! bsky.app/profile/did:...

What business experiments are you trying this year? Would love to hear what has your creative juices flowing! 🤗

Looking forward to doing more on this platform this year. Also really looking forward to launching small in person events. ☺️ If you are in Minneapolis, MN and know you should get out and talk with other business owners, here is a perfect opportunity! www.eventbrite.com/e/necessary-...

Putting this out there for artisan businesses in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area- I'm starting a new networking group for artisan businesses in January! Come talk about all the messy business stuff you normally avoid. 😀 www.eventbrite.com/e/necessary-...

And here is part 2 of that series- with great information from several artisan businesses on their experiences implementing GPSR. handmadeseller.com/single-post/...

Wow- I went down the rabbit hole big time with this one. If you are selling products to the EU, this is a big one. Part 2 coming tomorrow! handmadeseller.com/single-post/...

Okay fellow artisan business owners. This is one is not as snappy and fun as making awesome stuff. But if you are an LLC in the US and haven't done this- please get crackin! There is still time. And it will only take a few minutes 😀

I'm so used to being penalized for providing links that it took a few tries put together a post and a link! 🤣 Here is a super cool upcoming event going on in #Chicago. Check out this really cool organization and the #artisans selling at their market! handmadeseller.com/single-post/...

Hello to all the lovely wonderful artisan businesses also on Bluesky! I truly have no idea what to write about here- how about we start with..... who has some holiday markets they are excited for? 😁