2023 has been a rough year for a lot of us shop owners.

Sales are down even for shops that have made a ton of sales in previous years.

Shops are closing down left and right.

It’s really scary times right now.

What is going on?

In this blog post, I’m going to explain to you exactly what’s been going on, why sales have declined, and why you are not alone.

Disclaimer: this blog post features quotes from my interview with Sheryl Nguyen, with certain parts edited for grammar. Head over to my YouTube video if you want to watch the entire interview.

“Never in a million years would I have ever thought that I would have landed that account. And I probably would have never had the nerve to just pick up the phone or email, which I did both. I emailed and I called and just shrouded in doubt. […]

It was the scariest thing and

Disclaimer: this blog post features quotes from my interview with Nicole Lewis, with certain parts edited for grammar. Head over to my YouTube video if you want to watch the entire interview.

Today, I want to introduce you to someone really special in the world of handmade. Meet my friend, Nicole Lewis, the artist and owner of Art 2 The Extreme, the home of the Original Rainbow Crayons.

I recently invited her on a virtual call to catch up and talk about her journey as a …

We are going to discuss how to start a handmade jewelry business with under $100.

Whether you’re looking to turn your passion for jewelry-making into a profitable business venture, or just want to make some extra cash on the side, starting a handmade jewelry business is a great way to do so.

But, many people are hesitant to start their own business because they feel like they don’t have enough money to invest.

Don’t worry. I’m here to show you that starting a handmade jewelry business can …