From Handmade to Paid: Support + Strategy for Crafters Who Want to Get Paid

Starting a craft business can feel exciting… and confusing all at the same time. In this episode, I’m sharing a very real lesson from my own early crafting days — a mistake I made because I jumped in before I truly understood the business side of handmade. If you’ve ever felt pressure to “do everything right” right away, this conversation is for you.We’re talking about business licenses, craft shows, money mistakes, and why your first year in business should be treated as a learning and research year — not a pressure-filled sprint to profitability. My goal is to help you slow down, save money, and make decisions that actually support you and your craft as you grow.Episode Highlights & Timestamps:[00:00] Why I decided to share one of my biggest early mistakes instead of another marketing episode[02:00] What really happens when you get a business license too early[03:45] Why your first year is more about learning than earning[05:10] How small local craft shows helped me build confidence and experience[07:45] Thinking strategically about products that sell well together💕My Favorite Quote: "Your first year in business isn’t about perfection. It’s about learning what works and what doesn’t.”Not getting much engagement on your handmade posts? Grab my quick Craft Business Social Assessment. It shows you what’s missing, what to fix, and how to turn your content into a true marketing tool. Spaces limited. Get yours Here

Marketing your handmade business can feel confusing, overwhelming, and downright discouraging when you’re doing everything “right”… and still not seeing the sales you hoped for. In this episode, we’re getting honest — in the most supportive way — about what’s really going on when your beautiful products aren’t getting the attention they deserve. Because most of the time, it has nothing to do with your talent, your creativity, or your worth. It’s simply visibility, clarity, consistency, or confidence — and all of those things are absolutely fixable.Together, we walk through the hidden pieces no one teaches crafters when they first start selling, plus the mindset shifts and marketing habits that actually move your business forward. I’m also sharing a story from one of my own early craft shows — including a hard and humbling lesson that shaped the way I teach marketing today. If you’ve been posting, trying, hoping, and wondering why your craft business isn’t growing yet… this episode is your gentle reminder that “yet” is the key word. You’re not failing — you’re learning the part of the business no one warned you about. And I’m here to help you fill in those gaps with ease and confidence.Episode Highlights & Timestamps:[00:00:00] Why posting your products isn’t enough — and the real reason sales feel slow[00:02:00] The truth about talent vs. marketing (and why you’re not doing anything wrong)[00:04:10] My “Bunny Lady” craft show mistake — and what it teaches about visibility[00:06:00] The four mindset + marketing shifts that help your business grow faster[00:10:00] Simple weekly actions to boost momentum, confidence, and sales💕My Favorite Quote:"You deserve to get paid for your creativity. And once your marketing aligns with your magic, everything shifts"Not getting much engagement on your handmade posts? Grab my quick Craft Business Social Assessment. It shows you what’s missing, what to fix, and how to turn your content into a true marketing tool. Spaces limited. Get yours Here

Stepping into the handmade world is more than a hobby — it’s a journey full of big dreams, long nights, trial-and-error moments, and those tiny wins that make your heart burst. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my story with you… the crafter behind the podcast. Before we dive into all the marketing tips, pricing help, and “how do I actually grow this thing?” conversations, I want you to know the human behind the mic — a woman who has stitched her fingers, burned herself with glue guns, cried over ripped jeans at a craft show (you’ll hear that story!), and built a business through pure passion and perseverance.Think of this episode as us settling in with our favorite drink — mine is coffee, of course — and chatting about the real journey. From my very first “Chubby Bunny” sale to opening two gift shops, to coaching women who are walking the same path I once did… my story is rooted in love for this craft community. My hope is that as you listen, you’ll see your own potential reflected in these stories. You’ll feel seen, supported, and reminded that your handmade dream is worth pursuing — and I’m here to walk with you as you build something beautiful, one step at a time.Episode Highlights & Timestamps:[00:00:00] Welcome to From Handmade to Paid — what this podcast is all about[00:01:20] Why I wanted to share my personal story before the business tips[00:02:15] The “Chubby Bunny” that started it all (and my early crafting dreams)[00:04:10] From gift shops to coaching — how my journey shifted and grew[00:07:30] Craft show stories, learning curves, and why I’m here to help you win💕My Favorite Quote: 'That first handmade sale has a way of making you dream big… and those dreams are worth chasing.”Not getting much engagement on your handmade posts? Grab my quick Craft Business Social Assessment. It shows you what’s missing, what to fix, and how to turn your content into a true marketing tool. Spaces limited. Get yours Here