It’s Mardi Gras season, which means it’s time to indulge in one of America’s most iconic desserts – the king cake! But what’s the story behind this delicious treat? King Cake’s humble beginnings King Cake is a tradition that dates back centuries. The humble beginnings of the king cake can be traced back to ancient […] Read more…
It might seem strange, but the true Christmas season starts on Christmas Day (not in July or early October). What are the 12 days of Christmas? The 12 days of Christmas is the period between Christ’s birth and the Magi’s coming, the three wise men. It technically begins on December 25 (Christmas) and runs through […] Read more…
We see these signs everywhere we go. But why not make it exactly how you want and even save a little bit of money? To begin, decide how large you would like your sign to be. Remember, really large signs need some serious hanging hardware, so be mindful when selecting a size. Without buying a […] Read more…
This recipe is adapted from Lauren Dawson at Hearth Restaurant. They are easy to make and a fun way to get you and your family into the kitchen. Makes 18 doughnuts + 18 doughnut holes (suggested yield for a 3-inch cutter) 1 cup apple cider 3 1/2 cups flour, plus additional for the work […] Read more…
With the new year in full swing, I am revisiting the prices for all the products that I have on my website. Not that I will automatically go up in price, but to review cost of materials (which do go up), overhead and also I might want to give myself a raise. I do not […] Read more…
Supplies: Mod Podge – matte finish Instant coffee grounds Spices – cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, coffee grounds Disposable aluminum pan This process will work on any size candle, whether is it a pillar or taper. To make the Mod Podge mixture: Combine equal parts Mod Podge and water; then add instant coffee until you get the […] Read more…
The best part of this project is that most of the items you already have on hand. It is a great project to involve kids with. Plus you can save a lot of money. Directions: 1. First, washed them off in the sink to clean them well. 2. Lay them out on a foil-lined pan […] Read more…
By Janine Popick Whether you have just started using e-mail marketing for your crafts business or are well-versed in the tool, it’s still helpful to know how to grow your e-mail marketing lists. A larger list means more potential customers at trade shows and events, and more opportunities to promote offers, coupons and new products […] Read more…
By Molly Fisher With the spring/summer craft fair season well under way, you might be wondering, “Is it worth it to do art and craft fairs?” How to Maximize Craft Fair Profit The full cost of participating in craft fairs is something a lot of vendors don’t think about when calculating their net profit. Yes, […] Read more…
Written by Patrice Lewis It seems like such an easy thing to say bad things about your competition, especially if you have a legitimate reason. In truth, however, badmouthing can come back to bite you in the butt… big time. Small Circles, Big Ripples Let’s face it; the crafting circuit can be a small and […] Read more…