Start & Run a Craft Business

Author: William G. Hynes

ISBN: 1551803720

Paperback: 190 pages
Publisher: Self-Counsel Press; 7th edition (March 1, 2002)
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- Profit from the popularity of handmade crafts - Make things that sell - Find markets for your crafts

From the Back Cover
This exceptional book is for anyone who has ever considered taking up crafts or who is already involved in crafts as a hobby or business. Those who want to turn their hobby into a money-making project and those who want to improve their current sales will benefit from the dozens of tips in this book. It gives practical step-by-step instructions for setting up and operating a successful craft business, whether it is done from the kitchen table or a production line.

It answers such questions as—

-How do I find out what crafts will sell? -What skills must I have? How good do I have to be? -How do I set prices for my work? -What are the best outlets for craft work? -How can I sell my crafts on the Internet? -Is wholesale or retail better for the beginner? -What government regulations affect craftworkers? -How can I increase production? -How much record-keeping is necessary? -Is it wise to hire other people to help?

Creating A Successful Crafts Business

Author: Rogene A. Robbins & Robert Robbins

ISBN: 1581152779

Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Allworth Press; illustrated edition edition (July 1, 2003)
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From writing a business plan and financing an idea to choosing the most cost-efficient production method and best-suited sales approach, Creating a Successful Crafts Business provides a sound blueprint for turning a beloved hobby into a lucrative career. Written by two experienced craftspeople who have been through the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of running a crafts business, readers will learn, step by step, how to negotiate with bankers, choose the ideal retail location, promote the business on-line, expand into lucrative new markets, and much more. Filled with the infectious spirit of people who have “been there,” this down-to-earth book will bring fledging craft businesses to new levels of profits and success.

• Finally—a realistic guide to running a profitable crafts business

• Checklists, sidebars, and notes help readers through important business and legal procedures

About the AuthorRogene A. Robbins and Robert Robbins opened their first crafts store more than 10 years ago. They live in Ralston, NE.

Homemade Money: Bringing in the Bucks!

Author: Barbara Brabec

ISBN: 1590770013

Hardcover: 320 pages
Publisher: M. Evans and Company, Inc. (August 25, 2003)
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Handmade for Profit!: Hundreds of Secrets to Success in Selling Arts and Crafts

Author: Barbara Brabec
ISBN: 0871319950
Paperback: 261 pages
Publisher: M. Evans and Company, Inc.; Revised edition (Nov 25, 2002)
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"The first step to building a profitable crafts enterprise at home," declares noted crafts-business expert Barbara Brabec, "is to think of it as a business, not a hobby ... whether your annual income goal is $500 or $50,000." Handmade for Profit explains clearly how to do just that, with coverage of 16 different retail markets, including fairs and shows, shops and galleries, and Internet and catalog sales. All of the other necessary basics are presented as well, from building confidence, developing your product line, and setting prices, to creating a printed professional image with brochures, business cards, labels, and more. Of particular interest is the final chapter, which details precisely how to turn your hobby into a successful business.

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Brabec and Platt are both successful craft authors with a wealth of business experience to share with those who are just starting out. Although their product lines are somewhat different, the business methods covered in both books are essentially the same, with particular attention paid to selling at shows, malls, and individual shops. Both authors combine a chatty style full of personal anecdotes with practical, down-to-earth advice about production, marketing, and legal considerations. Persons wanting to go into business and those already selling should read both books, and more, to have a realistic picture of the requirements for a successful craft business. Both titles are recommended.

Start You Own Crafts Business

Author: Jacquelyn Lynn
ISBN: 1891984926
Paperback: 200 pages
Publisher: Entrepreneur Press; 3 edition (Dec 1, 2003)
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Crafting Dollars Out of Dreams

Is your dream being able to spend your day working on your favorite craft? Would you like to make money in the process? With a small investment, your favorite hobby can become a fun, homebased, money-making business. Crafts industry experts estimate that sales revenues exceed $10 billion annually. Hundreds of thousands od working artisans earn their entire income from the crafts they produce-selling in flea markets, swap meets. Home parties, and retail stores, by direct mail, and through consignment displays in high-traffic, high-volume outlets. You can become one of them.

Regardless of the type of crafts business you want to start, this book will tell you how to do it. It starts with an overview of the industry, looks at some specific crafts businesses and goes through a step-by-step process of running your new venture. You'll learn about:

• Market and location
• Equipment and supplies
• Inventory
• Legal requirements
• Record keeping and taxes
• Advertising and promotion
• Operations

Like anything else, there's no magic formula, no quick path to success. But armed with knowledge and commitment, you can turn your craft hobby into a substantial revenue generator. Take the time to sit back and relax now-because once your crafts business is up and running, you're going to be a very busy person!

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