Marketing and Selling Your Handmade Jewelry: The Complete Guide to Turning Your Passion into Profit
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Selling Handmade jewelry.
  • Great book. Excellent ideas
  • Informative
  • Really useful
  • Fantastic book!
 Marketing and Selling Your Handmade Jewelry: The Complete Guide to Turning Your Passion into Profit
Viki Lareau
Manufacturer: Interweave Press
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ASIN: 1596680245

Book Description

Straight from a jewelry-business mentor, this guide to entering the bauble business compiles expert knowledge and wide experiences for those looking to take their hobby to the next level. Aspiring businesspeople will gain the advantage of experience from the numerous case studies and engaging personal stories. Starting with the basics of assessing style, time commitment, and target market, the sections progress through business licenses and tax numbers, developing a cohesive presentation for a business, and the fine art of pricing for a profit. Helpful appendices on display suppliers, business and government agencies, and recommended reading complete the handbook, making it a valuable companion for entrepreneurs.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Selling Handmade jewelry........2007-10-05

This was an easy read....I enjoyed the suggestions on marketing and creating your own "uniform" look w/ tags, packaging materials, mailers ...etc. I was hoping for a more detailed section that covered internet sales and ideas for successful e commerce.

This book covered more ideas for successful customer relations and general business ettiquete.

Vikki shared some helpful information. This is a good place to start..if you are just starting you jewelry business.

5 out of 5 stars Great book. Excellent ideas.......2007-08-06

This is a gem of a book. It has a lot of great ideas on how to build up your company and get things moving. Being a graphic designer by training I know all about branding and creating an image. So that was the one of the first things that I did. But most of the other ideas were new to me and very useful. I have a large room in which my workshop is situated, but I hadn't really considered turning a portion of it into a gallery. But it's a great idea and I am now in the process of doing just that. The advice on getting into boutiques is also very good. I would say this little book is well worth the price and I recommend it highly to any aspiring jeweler. I would also say that the advice is probably good for other crafters and artisans.

4 out of 5 stars Informative.......2007-07-21

This book was incredibly informative! Aside from Viki Laureau's firt-hand experience, the examples of other artists' portfolios, ideas, etc are very helpful. She did a great job of writing this book for the layman who might not have a strong background in business/economics. It's a nice step-by-step guide to get you on you feet.

5 out of 5 stars Really useful.......2007-04-24

This book has heaps of useful information. I found the information very helpful when I was setting up my jewelry site and planning for my marketing strategy. Inspiring and well worth the money.

5 out of 5 stars Fantastic book!.......2007-04-12

Easy read...very inspiring!! I read the book in less than 2 hours and now I feel like I know what I need to do to start selling. Great resources at the end, too!

Publish Your Patterns! How to Write, Print, and Market Your Designs
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Publish Your Patterns
  • I wish I had this 25 years ago
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  • A gold mine for any designer
  • Publish Your Patterns
 Publish Your Patterns! How to Write, Print, and Market Your Designs
Nancy Restuccia
Manufacturer: Make It Easy Sewing & Crafts
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ASIN: 0971450137

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The "How to" book for anyone in the "soft craft" world (quilting, sewing, needlework, doll making) who wants to take their original designs and turn them into patterns. Section I, "From Idea to Paper", covers coming up with the idea, writing how-to instructions, creating a cover, delivering files to the printer, and packing patterns into bags. Section II, "The Marketing Approach", describes the five elements of the marketing mix — product, package, price, distribution, and advertising/publicity/promotion — and shows how to use them to maximize sales. Section III, "Business & Legal Issues", has advice for setting up and running a business, including administration, finance, record keeping, and copyright registration. Section IV, "Appendices", contains resource information including list of distributors, trade shows, trade publications, printers and more.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Publish Your Patterns.......2007-04-07

This book was much more then I expected. It walks you thru step by step from conception to completion and all the variations. Great book.

5 out of 5 stars I wish I had this 25 years ago.......2007-04-06

I had been designing for needlework, craft and quilting magazines on and off for over 25 years when I decided the time was right to start my own pattern business and take my hobby seriously. One of the first things I did (on the recommendation of several professional designers) was to purchase this book. I can't say enough good things about it. Through the years I've read literally dozens of book on selling your arts and crafts, home businesses, and the like, but this is the ONLY book I've ever seen that gave designing one's own patterns more than just a couple of vague sentences, and specifically addressed the questions I had.

2 out of 5 stars Not for Garment Designers.......2007-03-31

This book should properly be titled "Publish Your Craft Patterns". There is no information on garment drafting, grading, sizing, and nothing on getting the actual patterns printed. It's a decent book, as far as it goes, but it doesn't go nearly far enough.

4 out of 5 stars A gold mine for any designer.......2006-03-19

OK, I'm not a quilter. And I have no plans on self-publishing paper patterns.
Still, I have a learnt a LOT of useful things in this book! My copy has paper clips on many pages, to mark the chapters I want to refer to in my work.
A very interesting book for any textile designer!

5 out of 5 stars Publish Your Patterns.......2004-07-14

I am a new designer and have been struggling with the seemingly mountainous task of getting launched in the designing business. I have read countless books, most of which just bring more questions to mind! Enter THIS book, which is without a doubt, the single best resource on the market. In fact, pertaining specifically to pattern design, there is no other resource on the market that you need waste your money on!!!
Creative Cash : How to Profit From Your Special Artistry, Creativity, Hand Skills, and Related Know-How
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Creative Cash
  • the title sells it all
  • A wealth of information!
  • Marketing your crafts - even hostess party plans!
  • Crafters take Note....This one is a must read.
 Creative Cash : How to Profit From Your Special Artistry, Creativity, Hand Skills, and Related Know-How
Barbara Brabec
Manufacturer: Three Rivers Press
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ASIN: 0761514252
Release Date: 1998-07-15

Book Description

Turn Your Passion Into A Lucrative Vocation
Did you know that you can turn your creativity into a profitable business? Imagine making thousands of dollars a year from a hobby you love! Millions of people just like you are using their creative talents to make big money. With the help of this crafts business classic, so can you!
The nation's top expert on this topic, Barbara Brabec, gives you everything you need to know to launch a lucrative home-based business. Packed with dozens of moneymaking ideas and the success secrets of more than 100 professional crafters and industry experts, this guide shows you how to:
·Discover the hobby that will pay off for you
·Start your own home shop, boutique, or party planning business
·Sell your work through retail or wholesale outlets
·Develop and sell your original patterns and designs
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·Get started teaching at home or in local craft shops
·And much, much more!
"The liveliest, most down-to-earth, non-intimidating approach to making money from your crafts that I've ever seen."
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"Chock-full of moneymaking strategies for craftspeople at every level."
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"Amazingly fresh and insightful . . . inspiring to read . . . a brilliant book to help keep crafters on the road to success."
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"As usual, Barbara has her hand on the pulse of the craft industry."
—Linda Coomer, Coomers Craft Malls

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Creative Cash.......2006-11-24

The words Creative Cash caught my attention since I'm a creative person. Excellent book. Alot of great information. I accidentally came across this book while searching for something else and had to have it. It came in a nice timely manner and in excellent condition. This is my kind of book.

3 out of 5 stars the title sells it all.......2005-05-06

i think this book is very informative. Barbara knows how to market, and can give you tips on how to do it yourself

- gilli moon, author or "I AM A Professional Artist"

5 out of 5 stars A wealth of information!.......2003-07-09

Creative Cash by Barbara Brabec is THE book to have if you are considering turning your crafting hobby into a business and/or profession.

The book is written for a wide and general audience, with basics on the craft business industry, sales/marketing/promotion, legal info, even computer systems/information! The chapters are written in such a way that if you don't need to read one (let's say that a particular chapter might not pertain to your situation) you can skip it and move on without missing a beat! Brabec writes in an easily comprehensible form, in digestable segments, and gives lots of clear cut examples and success stories.

This book works as a great starting point and reference tool. Highly recommended for adults of all ages, for both genders and long-time or newbie crafters/artisans!

5 out of 5 stars Marketing your crafts - even hostess party plans!.......2000-02-13

Hi - My name is Opal Leasure, The Apron Strings Country Home Party Lady. Barbara's book, Creative Cash is chock full of helpful hints and downhome advice on getting your crafts business going and growing. As one of the small business entrepreneurs mentioned in the book, I feel the author does an excellent job of showing others "how-to" sell, market and otherwise, expand, their home based business endeavors. Creative Cash outlines hundreds of ways to market crafts including party plan (hostess) selling, home shows and boutiques. It also reflects on how one thing can lead to another, in life, and your own small business. Many listed, myself included, went on to self publish their own how-to books. I was very happy to note in the book, that Barbara included a resource section listing the professional crafters mentioned in the book. This is a good way for readers to benefit from the talents, ideas and creativity of many people. I urge others to order Creative Cash - it helps readers realize how gifted they really are and gives them incentives to get started with their own home based business plans. With Barbara's easy to read text, the book is a plus for every crafter's reference library.

5 out of 5 stars Crafters take Note....This one is a must read........1999-03-08

Barbara Brabec does it again in her usual easy to absorb style. A Crafter's diagram for success. In this very readable book you will find years of experience in various facets of crafting. Not only will you find the real-life experiences of others in the business, you'll learn what mistakes to avoid as well. Mrs. Brabec covers it all. Included is a section on "Crafters and Computer Technology" which can give some insight into how other crafters are incorporating computer technology into their businesses. This one is truly a gold mine of information.
Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money with Your Hobby
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  • A great step-by-step guide!
 Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money with Your Hobby
Barbara Arena , and National Craft Association
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ASIN: 0028638255

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How often do you hear from loved ones that you should sell the great little gift baskets you put together for the holidays? Or maybe you can take a piece of scrap wood and turn it into a beautiful treasure-- something your next door neighbor would love to buy from you. "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money with Your Hobby" is a great way to get all the information you need to turn your hobby into a money-making venture. This book also includes information on manufacturing, shipping costs, handling taxes and using the Internet as a sales tool.

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5 out of 5 stars A great step-by-step guide!.......2003-09-03

This book is an amazing tool in turning your hobby into a profitable business. The author covers everything from 'the idea' to actual business laws, regulations, finances and workings.

As someone who has no business background or experience selling wholesale/retail, I found this book exeptional in its detail and content!

Highly recommended!
Selling Your Crafts
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Gets to the point
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Susan Sager
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ASIN: 1581152663

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Craftspeople, hobbyists, students, teachers, and all businesses dealing with crafts will find this an immensely thorough source of information on selling in today's marketplace. Drawing upon in-depth profiles of artisans, plus the insights of small business entrepreneurs, this unique guide not only gives tips and tactics for promoting and marketing crafts, but also provides the necessary forms for getting a business up and running.

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5 out of 5 stars Gets to the point.......2003-02-25

This book is great for the crafter with little to no business experience. Not only does it tell you how to get your product out there, but it tells you how to run your craft business. This book includes sample forms for the upstart entrepreneur and delves somewhat into internet presence. An excellent resource for any crafter intersted in selling.
Selling Your Crafts at Craft Shows: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-156 (Storey Publishing Bulletin, a-156)
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    Top Dollar Paid: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Stamps
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    		 Top Dollar Paid: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Stamps
    Stephen R. Datz
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    4 out of 5 stars Now for the bad news.......2005-12-20

    I recently inherited my father in law's stamp collection. My wife wants to sell it, to raise some much-needed money. I bought a current Scott catalogue and determined that one of the U.S. plate block albums is "worth" $350. My wife was told by a stamp dealer that he will only pay about 10% of catalogue value. That would make the album worth $35.

    I read Top Dollar Paid. It says that only certain stamps are good investments. Those are the stamps that were already rare and highly priced collectibles when they were first purchased.

    In other words, if you go into a stamp dealer and buy a 3 cent stamp for $500 because it is rare, that is exactly the kind of stamp that is a great investment. It is the type of stamp you can leave to your children or grandchildren, and its value will rise as the years and decades go by.

    But if, when your father or grandfather was a child in the 1930s or 1940s, or (God forbid) in the 1950s or 60s, he went into the post office and bought mint stamps, plate blocks, or sheets, and had a beautiful and complete collection, all of those old and pretty stamps are worthless. If all you want is the cash for them, use them for postage. They aren't worth a damn thing. If you bought a hot dog in 1963 you wouldn't expect to sell it for $50 today would you?

    There are interesting anecdotes in this book. There's the Hungarian boy who hoped to sell Hungarian stamps in the U.S. at a profit. (No way!) There's the author's meeting with Gerald Ford and his stamp collection. There are stories of stamp collection owners who try all the tricks that you yourself would have thought to try, and just where those tricks got them.

    I'm glad I read the book. Now I think I'll just add some of my father in law's stamps to my own collection. After reading this book, I would guess that the collection I inherited might sell for $100. Big deal.

    The moral of the story is .... your stamps aren't worth a thing. This is the worst investment there is. Put your money under your pillow and you'll be better off.

    Before reading this book, I figured that stamp dealers will generally low-ball you and buy your valuable collection for peanuts unless you know the value of it yourself. After reading this book I understand that stamp dealers have incentive to tell you what your collection is really worth to them, and make a fair offer, but it's going to be a small fraction of what you expect, because stamps are a God-awful investment.

    5 out of 5 stars Great Book on an uneasy subject for collectors.......2005-09-19

    This book does two things well:

    1) How Stamp dealers go about determing how much a collection is worth.

    2) Keeps you entertained by showing the human qualities of both the dealers and the sellers. The latter are usually the heirs of the collector. They are almost always non-collectors and have some very interesting misconceptions.

    It is funny and sad to see the reviews complaining they wanted the book to tell them how much their collection is worth. Mr. Dalz repeatedly tells you exactly how much a collection is worth. It's worth what the dealer can pay for it. You need an appraisal by someone who knows both stamps and the market.

    4 out of 5 stars This book can save you money.......2001-06-01

    I'm not planning to sell my stamps - but this book has saved me money by giving me some insight into what kind of stamps will never be worth the time or money spent on them! I also love Datz's vignettes of life in the stamp trade!

    1 out of 5 stars More about stamps.......2000-08-05

    Funny anecdotes, but where is the beef? Undoubtedly this writer is an authority on stamps, but very little of that knowledge emerges in the book. The title therefore is misleading.

    1 out of 5 stars stamps.......2000-05-27

    I would like you to put a description of what these books really tell. I am looking for a book that tells the value of the stamps I have.
    You Can Make Money from Your Arts and Crafts: The Arts and Crafts Marketing Book (Be You Own Boss)
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      Steve Long , and Cindy Long
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      The Everything Screenwriting Book: From Developing a Treatment to Writing and Selling Your Script, All You Need to Perfect Your Craft (Everything Series)
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      4. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Screenwriting, 2nd Edition (The Complete Idiot's Guide) The Complete Idiot's Guide to Screenwriting, 2nd Edition (The Complete Idiot's Guide)
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      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars For someone starting out its.............2006-10-05

      A very good resource. I myself have just started writing and bought this book to help get a better understanding of the screenwriting world. Yea it dose not have material for an advanced screenwriter but it dose get the novice a better understanding of it.

      2 out of 5 stars Falls short of expectations.......2005-05-25

      The tone of this book is condescending to say the least, and compared to other screenwriting books does not equip the reader with the confidence to write a screenplay. The "e-alerts", "e-facts" and "essentials" sidebars are simply present to fill out the book and do not complement the text at all. This, and other similar books, could do well to invest more time in the sample scripts included.
      Creative Cash: How to Sell Your Crafts, Needlework, Designs and Know How
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        Barbara Brabec
        Manufacturer: Barbara Brabec Productions
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