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Navigating Design Trends: Essential Tips for Small Business Owners
The fall season is usually when small businesses are already kicking into gear for the holiday shopping season. Figuring out design trends can feel like reading tea leaves – a total gamble! We have a few thoughts on trends, as it relates to creative small business product development. Read on for more!When it comes to […]
Biscuit Belly: A Local Gem Sponsoring Made Market Louisville
We know you’re all getting ready for Made Market on August 3, and we wanted to tell you about one of our amazing sponsors, Biscuit Belly! Biscuit Belly is a local gem serving up the best biscuits in town with three convenient locations in Nulu, St. Matthews, and Middletown. This beloved Louisville eatery is the brainchild […]
What is Slow Living?
Hungry for Slower Days and Simpler Living? We love the idea of slowing down a little, especially as market season ramps up to full speed. But we’re not the first to consider simplifying their lives. The #slowliving and #consciousconsumerism movements have been percolating for years…brewing in the commonplace realities of burn-out, mindless convenience, and the […]
20 Tips to Slow Down
‘Slow living’ is a lifestyle, a practice, an artform. It prioritizes intentionality, mindfulness, and a connection to the present moment – allowing for a deeper appreciation of life’s simple pleasures. It involves deliberately slowing down the pace of daily activities to cultivate a sense of peace, balance, and fulfillment. Read for practical tips.
For Small Business in Bloom
Helping Makers Cultivate their Creative Businesses. We have been working on something very exciting…and we are thrilled to finally share it with the small business community! Introducing The Growth Guild, a monthly subscription email to support blossoming small businesses. Subscribe Now, and read on to learn more about what will make this newsletter a bright […]
How to Successfully Apply to Handmade Markets
It’s hard to believe, but warm weather is just around the corner! If you’re a maker, that means you’re going to start applying for summer handmade markets (Made Market applications are open until March 18th ☺️). Markets are fantastic opportunities to gain customers, grow your business, and connect with other small businesses in your city. […]
Shaping Your Brand’s World: Booth Display Tips for Makers
Hey there, fellow makers and entrepreneurs! 👋 Have you ever felt overwhelmed when it comes to displaying your incredible creations at markets? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! 😅 We understand the passion and dedication that goes into every step of the creative process. We’ve witnessed firsthand the amount of time, effort, and love that makers […]
6 Simple Ways to Level Up Your Handmade Business
With this year bringing back many beloved community events in full swing, we’re looking forward to seeing local and small businesses return to doing what they do best at some of our favorite markets and gatherings. Alongside the return of in-person events, the steady rise of ecommerce over the past year is also notable for […]
Sell More to the Right Shoppers: How to Identify Your Ideal Customer
Businesses world-over must at some point engage in the task of deciding on who their ideal customers are. It’s easy to fall into the trap of simply desiring to make products that appeal to everyone. Why would you want to limit the reach or accessibility of the items you make? The crazy thing is this: […]
How to Rediscover your Creative Passion by Giving Yourself Space
My road to becoming a full time artist and entrepreneur has been a unique path, but also one of my grandest adventures! It is amazing what can happen when you begin pressing into your inner self and continue to say “yes” to the next opportunity. I had always made art since I was a little […]
