{{by jasfitz}} by guest contributor Shrie L. Spangler I became interested in the pricing debate after reading IndieMade’s coverage of Pricing (Hobby vs. Business). There are generally two types of handmade artisans… those who are creating their awesome handmade goods and selling them as a hobby, and those who are buckling down and trying to […]
by guest contributor Shrie L. Spangler When it comes time for the holiday run-around, the hustle to get to stores to buy overpriced plastic gifts that will get one sidelong look before being stowed in the closet, I cringe. It’s not that I don’t love the holiday season…because I wholeheartedly do! It’s just that, at […]
Mr. Indie Fixx loves homemade Chex Mix…or at least my vegetarian version of it. Other recipes that use Worcestershire Sauce are not okay for vegetarians as Worcestershire Sauce contains anchovies, just to let you know. I plan on making loads for homemade gifts this year, since everyone loves it when I serve it at parties. […]
love plate by Hideminy by guest contributor Shrie L. Spangler There has been a lot said on the interwebz lately about a concept called “creative tithing”. As crafty business owners, we’re often so focused on making that paper and pushing ourselves and our own ideas that we forget to support the community that supports us. […]
by guest contributor Shrie L. Spangler Times are tough, the penny continually needs to be pinched, and the economy isn’t showing any real signs of improvement. That doesn’t mean, however, that you can’t bust out some seriously rad handmade gifts for a little less than you expected this year. Giving handmade doesn’t mean schlocking together […]
The Uniform Project is the self-imposed creative challenge of New Yorker Sheena Mathieken. She vowed to wear the same dress every single day for a whole year, keeping the outfit fresh and unique without buying anything new. This idea was born out of boredom and a yearning for a little more creativity in her life. […]
by guest contributor Shrie L. Spangler Get your pens and pencils ready, artistes of the world. You can be a part of a nationwide touring exhibit of artist sketchbooks AND have your sketchbook catalogued in the The Brooklyn Art Library System for posterity. The concept is simple: you choose a sketchbook theme from their website […]
