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about 11 minutes ago RT @sweetrosestudio: RT @crafterminds: Reasons to sell stuff on your blog: you have a built-in platform for promotion! #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago RT @homemadefrontr: e-junkie has a monthly fee, not a good choice if you have large files or few sales. #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One way to decide what to sell is to hit pinterest to see which of your blog projects get pinned the most #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago setting retail RT @ravennagirlb: someone recently told me they do 5 x! Print photography though maybe material costs are less #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: If you have a bunch of blog posts on one topic, could be worth compiling into an ebook for lazy readers! :) #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago :) RT @HomemadeFrontr: My time is up, Im being told we HAVE to adopt an elephant. Thanks for the chat. #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago RT @SisterDiane: Aw, you #crafterminds folk are making my whole day! Thank you so much for all the kind words! :-) #crafterminds about 30 minutes ago If you adopt an elephant, you should get 2. One would be lonely :) RT @HomemadeFrontr: being told we HAVE to adopt an elephant #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago Aw, you #crafterminds folk are making my whole day! Thank you so much for all the kind words! :-) about 32 minutes ago My time is up, I'm being told we HAVE to adopt an elephant. Thanks for the chat. #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago Thanks all for another great chat! See you next week #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago Thx for the chat! #Crafterminds about 33 minutes ago Amazing Chat as always! #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago Thanks for the great chat! #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago @leahmichon Yes! Mondays at 4pm eastern! schedule of topics on

our site sidebar http://t.co/MWemmH9b #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: @crafterminds Might as well make money off of content youve already wrote! #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago Thanks for the chat! #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago :) RT @crafterminds: Thanks to everyone for joining us interesting chat today! Well have a recap up later #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @leahmichon Yes :) #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: or giving basic instructions on the blog, and a more in-depth e-pattern for $ #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @crafterminds is #crafterminds at the same time every week? great conversation! about 34 minutes ago @crafterminds Thanks for hosting another great chat! :) #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @crafterminds Might as well make money off of content you've already wrote! #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: or giving basic instructions on the blog, and a more in-depth e-pattern for $ #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago Thanks to everyone for joining us - interesting chat today! We'll have a recap up later on crafterminds .com #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder @modpodgerocks my SIL sells stamped cards. She has to use the stampin up little tm on the backs of all them #Crafterminds about 35 minutes ago okay, gots to go, my husband came home sick. Thanks for the chat @crafterminds. #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago or giving basic instructions on the blog, and a more in-depth epattern for $ #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: E-book is a tricky term, because it doesnt have to be a book. Could be a tutorial or recipes or expertise. #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago Thanks all have a happy week! #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago E-book is a tricky term, because it doesn't have to be a 'book'. Could be a tutorial or recipes or expertise. #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: If you have a bunch of blog posts on one topic, could be worth compiling into an ebook for lazy readers! :) #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago If you have a bunch of blog posts on one topic, could be worth compiling into an ebook for lazy readers! :) #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @modpodgerocks: If I sold e-books, Id take extra time to make sure the cover caught peoples eye! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago Photos would be key! RT @modpodgerocks: If I sold e-books, Id take extra time to make sure the cover caught peoples eye! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago @modpodgerocks and you have to have a stamp on your products for this? I think I'm lost. @craftmoore @madiganmade #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago YesRT @modpodgerocks: You have to be apply and be chosen based on ur crafts. RT @craftmoore: what is a juried craft fair? #Crafterminds about 37 minutes ago YES! RT @TheSickChick: @crafterminds Definitely, @sisterdianes craft blogging books are fantastic too! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago Same RT @crafterminds: RT @HomemadeFrontr: @crafterminds All the e-books Ive bought were referred by people I trust. #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: If I sold e-books, Id take extra time to make sure the cover caught peoples eye! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago @crafterminds Design was pleasing + info was good + I wanted to support the author. #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: If it is a book I would buy hardback, Ill buy as an e-book. RT @crafterminds: Has anyone BOUGHT an ebook? #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I have bought an ebook with indepth info on something, like making Resin Jewelry #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago Wow, some great tips just from us being buyers!! <-- good insight! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago @countrychiccott See ya :) #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: @sisterdiane is AMAZING in general. If you dont know her already, visit her blog at http://t.co/ieaw7EDl ! #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: @sisterdiane is AMAZING in general. If you dont know her already, visit her blog at http://t.co/1KXaYJ1N ! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago @crafterminds Definitely, @sisterdiane's craft blogging books are fantastic too! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago If I sold e-books, I'd take extra time to make sure the cover caught people's eye! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago I am off....thanks for the chat ladies!! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: @crafterminds All the e-books Ive bought were referred by people I trust. #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago If it is a book I would buy hardback, I'll buy as an e-book. RT @crafterminds: Has anyone BOUGHT an ebook? what made u buy? #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago I bought @sisterdiane blogging e-book! Very informative #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: @sisterdiane is AMAZING in general. If you dont know her already, visit her blog at http://t.co/24MJBzWY ! #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago I have bought an ebook with indepth info on something, like making Resin Jewelry #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago @sisterdiane has a great ebook class coming up in July: http://t.co/uXUJJq9P #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago OK guys, have to head out. Great chat! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick: Something I cant get elsewhere, know the author and/or its an e version of a print book but cheaper. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @crafterminds All the e-books I've bought were referred by people I trust. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago You have to be apply and be chosen based on ur crafts. RT @craftmoore: what is a juried craft fair? RT @madiganmade #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago I have bought e-magazines #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @sisterdiane is AMAZING in general. If you don't know her already, visit her blog at http://t.co/l20yid9N ! #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @crafterminds Something I can't get elsewhere, know the author and/or it's an e version of a print book but cheaper. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings there are etsy sellers who make stamps. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings We have a local stamp store that sells them. Some business supply stores do too. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @craftmoore Where a commitee decides whose work gets in. They don't take all comers, you have to meet their standards. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: You can sell ebooks on Amazon! #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago Has anyone BOUGHT an ebook? If so, what made you buy? #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: http://t.co/Sg5E9cni RT @craftmoore: @sisterdiane has a great e-book class. I took it and learned a ton! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago Agree! RT @crafterminds: http://t.co/LH9nfJW4 RT @craftmoore: @sisterdiane has great e-book class. I took it & learned a ton! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago what is a juried craft fair? RT @madiganmade: @modpodgerocks my SIL got burned at a juried craft fair for that! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago How do you all use ebooks? Giveaways? Intro product? Main feature of your shop? #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: http://t.co/8DJVVz5U RT @craftmoore: @sisterdiane has a great e-book class. I took it and learned a ton! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: Original illustration/design is best to sell, cause it is harder to knockoff #Crafterminds about 40 minutes ago You can sell ebooks on Amazon! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: Original illustration/design is best to sell, cause it is harder to knockoff #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago I don't know much about ebooks, but I know that they can be a great way to boost income #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago @madiganmade Yes, I didn't learn about that until about two years ago! #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago Where can you get custom design stamps made? #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago Ooh... gonna have to buy that... :) RT @TheSickChick: @craftmoore @sisterdiane has an ebook of that class now #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: Original illustration/design is best to sell, cause it is harder to knockoff #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago http://t.co/Sg5E9cni RT @craftmoore: @sisterdiane has a great ebook class. I took it and learned a ton! #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago Aw, thanks! RT @alwaysnwonder: @modpodgerocks @graphicsfairy I agree! Karen, you are amazing! #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Original illustration/design is best to sell, cause it is harder to knockoff #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @modpodgerocks my SIL got burned at a juried craft fair for that! (she did not have the tm for the stamp company on her cards) #Crafterminds about 42 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: This is an ex. of an angel policy from ProvoCraft - selling designs made with Cricut http://t.co/o2iwiPtl #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @PearlGateway :) #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @craftmoore She has an ebook of that class now, if you just want to read it all at once :) #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @Creative_Income For a takeaway at craft fairs - I do a mini zine - try and make it related to your higher ticket items #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: I sell high priced quilts but also kits, patterns for lower price pts #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago Yes please RT @crafterminds: Anyone want to talk about ebooks for the last 5 mins? #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @PearlGateway You bet! :) #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago Sure! RT @crafterminds: Anyone want to talk about ebooks for the last 5 mins? #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago @sisterdiane has a great e-book class. I took it and learned a ton! RT @crafterminds: talk about ebooks for the last 5 mins? #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @modpodgerocks @graphicsfairy I agree! Karen, you are amazing! #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago yes, I'd love to hear what ppl think about ebooks #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago okay babes is bawling. ta-ta #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago This is an example of an angel policy from ProvoCraft - selling designs made with Cricut http://t.co/LflpyIbA #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @crafterminds "DYO" = having a few styles of items and allowing people to pick fabric for each part #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @decorablesart doing so much multitasking didn't even see you here until you were saying goodbye lol #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @decorablesart doing so much multitasking didn't even see you here until you were saying goodbye lol #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @graphicsfairy @craftleftovers @hildmanholdings @thesickchick Thanks for your ideas! #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @crafterminds Sure #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago Anyone want to talk about ebooks for the last 5 mins? #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago Original illustration/design is best to sell, cause it is harder to knockoff, and you know a lot of people do that! #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @crafterminds I think she means Custom Items, you make to fit their order specifications. #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: Ditto! Love to do etsy shop product reviews

on my blog! :) #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @creativegoddess Great tip!! Thanks so much! #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @graphicsfairy That is why you rock . . :D #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago What is Design Your Own? #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago I sell high priced quilts but also kits and patterns for lower price points so if ppl can't afford the quilt they can make it #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @HoneybearLane The limits given to be able to sell original artwork -for instance, rubber stamps, and you sell cards with them #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago Smart! RT @TheSewingLoft: always have a take away for clients. Stickers, candy jar - right next to your biz cards #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @betterlifebags do you mean, selling a design your own kit? or is there something called "Design Your Own"? #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago @countrychiccott ooh, awesome! Thanks Angie. I think I am going to add them into my shop. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @betterlifebags: Those of you who sell in handmade... Design Your Own is really popular. No inventory to store #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago go to http://t.co/bc9APqUT RT @leahmichon: wow, the #crafterminds chat goes quickly! trying to keep up.... #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago YES! Add Ons! @iLoveToCreate: Little $1-$5 deals also work great to throw in your online too! #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago always have a take away for clients. Stickers, candy jar - right next to your biz cards #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago Not me! RT @modpodgerocks: A lot of people have limits to the # of things you can sell with their designs before they charge u #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago @leahmichon we always say "just ride the wave" :) #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago @HoneybearLane It's whether they allow you to use their designs in products you sell. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @TheSewingLoft: Think good, better, best when pricing. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you use other peoples artwork in your handmade items, you NEED to know their angel policy. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago @tarabrose ooh, nice, good to know. Thanks! #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago what is an angel policy? RT @modpodgerocks: If you use other peoples artwork in your handmade items, know their angel policy. #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago wow, the #crafterminds chat goes quickly! trying to keep up.... about 46 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Little $1-$5 deals also work great to throw in your online too! discount/sales section grabs attention #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder @countrychiccott Try it! You never know! #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @madiganmade haha, yes. I get pins and comments on them, and I liked doing them a lot @countrychiccott #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder http://t.co/dZpjwFKD for you... #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: Think good, better, best when pricing. #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago Great tip! RT @creativegoddess: @PearlGateway Ive started offering FREE shipping. Build it into the total price. #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago I embroider on them!! RT @alwaysnwonder: can someone sell flour sack towels from Target, that theyve painted on or stenciled? #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder You can definitely sell them. Even sell the "blanks" so people can do their own thing. #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago Little $1-$5 deals also work great to throw in your online too! Also a discount/sales section grabs attention too! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago @makeandtakes I can't wait! I sell a diy craft zine: http://t.co/vcHZZlmj #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago @countrychiccott no, but I have tons of pins on my ombre towels and my stenciled towels, wonder if people would buy them? #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago Especially ombr towels? ;) RT @countrychiccott: @alwaysnwonder well yes you can! Have you tried yet?? #Crafterminds about 47 minutes ago A lot of people have limits to the # of things you can sell with their designs before they charge you. #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder you don't have to make the towel itself. Just paint on it! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago RT@iLoveToCreate I saw on a reality show, guys had a "chum" table, those things people grab cause they are cheap! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago @PearlGateway I've started offering FREE shipping. Build it into the total price. I sell before others whose items costs less! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago If you use other people's artwork in your handmade items, you NEED to know their angel policy. #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago Why not? RT @alwaysnwonder: can someone sell flour sack towels from Target, that theyve painted on or stenciled? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago ya I saw my Target purse at the queen bee mkt with some flowers sewn on haha RT @alwaysnwonder: so can someone sell... #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder Sure. You added art to it! #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder Of course! Why not? Promote them in sets as gifts :D #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago yes! RT @alwaysnwonder: so can someone sell something like flour sack towels from Target, that theyve painted on or stenciled? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @alwaysnwonder well yes you can! Have you tried yet?? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago I saw on a reality show, guys had a "chum" table, those things people grab cause they are cheap! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago Great question, I need an answer too RT @PearlGateway: What do you do if your shipping is more expensive than the actual item? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago Think good, better, best when pricing. @crafterminds Craft fairs visually exciting, low-ticket items for new buyers. #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Pull together other crafty folks in your area and host a fair/event. I helped with social media and swag ! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @crafterminds Where can I find an example of your zine? Are they still available? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @CraftLeftovers I'm local to Seattle and went to UCU last winter. It was AWESOME!!! Do it! What do you sell? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @PearlGateway I know a lot of people who sell in batches, so instead of 1 card, a batch of 5. #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago Or do you have to actually make the flour sack towel too? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: @creativegoddess thats great. Also check out displays. Remember to think vertical! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @PearlGateway The buyer has to deal with it, or you can charge

more for your item! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago That sounds cool! RT @CraftLeftovers: Im looking into doing Urban Craft Uprising this year. #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @crafterminds That's great advice! #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago RT @PearlGateway: What do you do if your shipping is more expensive than the actual item? #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @crafterminds @makeandtakes Um yes, it's imperative that we get together before I head out! #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago so can someone sell something like flour sack towels from Target, that they've painted on or stenciled? #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @PearlGateway Always charge the right shipping cost. I've been surprised that people pay the $1 shipping for the 50cent zine. #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @crafterminds @modpodgerocks. Yes!!! Let's make it a fun crafty trip!! #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago Pull together other crafty folks in your area and host a fair/event. I helped with social media and swag ! #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago You could sell multiples together. RT @PearlGateway: What do you do if your shipping is more expensive than the actual item? #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago ya how bout that meetup! RT @alwaysnwonder: @HoneybearLane funny, aww, now I miss you even more. @crafterminds @modpodgerocks #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @betterlifebags Please do! :D #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @TheSewingLoft Going to talk to vendors, take pics, definitely displays & the general space. #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago Craft fairs - visually exciting, low-ticket items for new buyers.

always have one "introductory" item for $5 or $10 or $20 #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago I'm looking into doing Urban Craft Uprising this year. #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @TheSickChick Thank you! I love tax season :) #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane craft fairs are tricky bc you have to have a ton of inventory and you dont know for sure what will sell #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @makeandtakes There's another one coming up - we should get together when it happens :) & @modpodgerocks #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago What do you do if your shipping is more expensive than the actual item? #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @modpodgerocks well I obviously didn't contact you, YET ;) #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago I was recently involved in a 21+ craft fair/event! Over 800+ people showed up, even guys came! #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago Some craft fairs may cost more than you can sell in one day. Those aren't worth it! #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago Also, price everything out and try and figure out how much you need to sell to break even before applying to a fair. #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @HoneybearLane haha Heidi! So funny, aww, now I miss you even more. @crafterminds @modpodgerocks #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @creativegoddess that's great. Also check out displays. Remember to think vertical! #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @crafterminds craft fairs are tricky bc you have to have a ton of inventory and you dont know for sure what will sell #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago Some things do better online than at fairs - my zines, for instance.

Local ppl not interested, but had interest online #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: really look into craft fairs before committing. They R very time consuming. Be sure 2 get the right fit. #Crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @decorablesart Good luck :) #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @crafterminds Yes, I tried to make Crafty Wonderland happen last year. I need to this year. not to sell but to shop!! #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One way to decide what to sell is to hit pinterest to see which of your blog projects get pinned the most #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @betterlifebags You probably have to cast a wide net, since so many are so busy :D #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One way to decide what to sell is to hit pinterest to see which of your blog projects get pinned the most #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago I have to get back to tax returns - 4 down, 3 to go. Great chat today! Thank you :) #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @crafterminds Very true. And often times the most pinned projects are the simplest with few materials. Inexpensive! #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @TheSewingLoft Hubs & I are looking at doing shows but this year we are just attending to get the feel of the diff ones. #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @modpodgerocks good point. think of your Etsy shop like a store. You would not purchase from a store that only had 3 items. #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: really look into craft fairs before committing. They R very time consuming. Be sure 2 get the right fit. #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One way to decide what to sell is to hit pinterest to see which of your blog projects get pinned the most #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: be sure 2 really look into craft fairs before

committing. Very time consuming. Be sure 2 get the right fit #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: PLEASE if you do a online sale for your shop - STOCK your items!! empty Etsy shops on day 1 of a sale!! #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago had to step away @crafterminds hope to join in next time! & will read tweets after kid pick up! was lovin the info! #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago Ditto! Love to do etsy shop product reviews on my blog! :) #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago except sometimes they suck haha RT @crafterminds: RT @modpodgerocks: BTW, I love promoting Etsy shops for trade. #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago @HoneybearLane :) you'd like it. #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: If youre starting selling, stick to 1 or 2 unique things in your shop. #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago PLEASE if you do a online sale for your shop - STOCK your items!! I've been to empty Etsy shops on day 1 of a sale!! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago One way to decide what to sell is to hit pinterest to see which of your blog projects get pinned the most #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago be sure 2 really look into craft fairs before committing. They R very time consuming. Be sure 2 get the right fit. #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @TheVspotBlog Oh, that's cool! You should go for it! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings LOL! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago ya I'm getting to that RT @alwaysnwonder: @modpodgerocks @HoneybearLane mee too! I need some more pictures! :) #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @CraftLeftovers It's a higher figure than time+mats x3. We'll see how it goes :) #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago @makeandtakes @modpodgerocks Renegade is AWESOME! A diverse mix of art, illustration, crafts, jewelry, shirts, & home! #crafterminds. about 53 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: BTW, I love promoting Etsy shops for trade. This is a great way to approach bloggers. #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @tarabrose Everywhere but Atlanta (kidding) http://t.co/Iz4NEW8Z #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @decorablesart Doh. I run the local chapter. I should have thought of that! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @graphicsfairy I am, but about my Grant Stories, not about crafts. (There are CLEARLY better suited people for that!) #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If youre starting selling, stick to 1 or 2 unique things in your shop. #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago If you ship enough volume http://t.co/xuoHBD1i may be a good option and they'll give you a free scale and stuff to get started #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @graphicsfairy @thevspotblog I would read that book Viv #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @modpodgerocks Trade for what? Products? #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @creativegoddess At the moment it's the purchased from china retail shops. Decorative scarves are often $20+. I sell for $18. #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If youre starting selling, stick to 1 or 2 unique things in your shop. #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @modpodgerocks @HoneybearLane mee too! I need some more pictures! :) #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @makeandtakes Thanks for sharing your story and tips with us! #crafterminds

about 54 minutes ago This is key, how else will they find you? RT @crafterminds: If you have stuff for sale, make sure your readers know it! #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago I have done a couple craft fairs. First had no advertising, the second got rained out. #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @modpodgerocks Yes, I'll be there tomorrow #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @modpodgerocks she's right here sucking on plastic haha #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @TheVspotBlog Are you thinking about writing a book Vivienne?! #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @HoneybearLane YOU GO GIRL! #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @modpodgerocks is Renegade in ATL #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings Check out the USPS website to see what they will and will not do #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @modpodgerocks I keep hearing about Renegade. Where is it held and when? Maybe that's our next adventure! #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago BTW, I love promoting Etsy shops for trade. This is a great way to approach bloggers. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @modpodgerocks where is renegade? #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago I got a scale on FreeCycle #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago If you're starting selling, stick to 1 or 2 unique things in your shop. Keeps costs down & u won't be as overwhelmed. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @modpodgerocks I want to do that, but not sure where/how to start. #crafterminds

about 55 minutes ago @HoneybearLane I miss my behbeh Ellie. :( #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @modpodgerocks @ilovetocreate heck yes I'm selling in boutiques this year #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago THANKS! RT @graphicsfairy: Great session! RT @modpodgerocks: @makeandtakes Wish I would have gotten to go to the book session #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @makeandtakes Yes! You are going tomorrow night, no? #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings Good point tho, if you use priority mail you don't need to weigh. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @HoneybearLane that sounds like fun...or not :) #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago If you do have stuff for sale, make sure your readers know it! Sidebar, post footer, or a dedicated monthly post. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @iLoveToCreate I have some jewelry in my local spa/salon. Does well there. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago Who does craft fairs? I want to go to Renegade!! And have for years. #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings I got mine at Staples, but probably not the cheapest. Amazon maybe? #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings check ebay #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings Amazon got one for like $20 #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @HilemanHoldings I would get a postal scale - great investment of about $30 #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @TheSickChick That can be a really great jumping off point to

determine if you can make it viable. #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Also consider selling your wares locally in a boutique or shop. Gives good local awareness to your brand #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings I always check Amazon first but there are many on Ebay designed for ebay sellers #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @modpodgerocks I'm here now! Sorry I dragged my kids to two diff hobby lobbies #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @graphicsfairy I wanted to see go to that one too! #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @modpodgerocks It was a good panel. We need to talk more about it and I want details on yours too. #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Also consider selling your wares locally in a

kickstarter to get their yarn business going! #crafterminds

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about 56 minutes ago @TheSickChick handmade retail shops or purchased from China retail shops? #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago Any ideas where to get a cheap, but accurate postage scale? #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings I would get a postal scale - great investment of about $30 #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @madiganmade hi there...good to see you! #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick I'm actually using "How much does this sell for in retail shops" as my pricing model at the moment #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago Great session! RT @modpodgerocks: @makeandtakes Wish I would have gotten to go to the book session at #snapconf! #crafterminds

about 57 minutes ago @madiganmade Yay! #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago You can ship via a PO acct, http://t.co/eneZgHja or a paypal acct and sched mailcarrier to pick-up #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago Also consider selling your wares locally in a boutique or shop. Gives good local awareness to your brand #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago LOVE IT! Make it fun :) RT @iLoveToCreate: @creativegoddess Good idea! A little reward goes a long way! #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @iLoveToCreate YUP and on Mondays I NEED the coffee! By Friday I need a reward for a good week. :) #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings It doesn't have to be specifically branded for postage but needs to be accurate handle the weight you need. #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @crafterminds I agree!! Sellers deserve more!! #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings Yeah. #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago Hi crafty cats! Not sure how long I can stay, but I'm popping in to say hello! #Crafterminds about 57 minutes ago so does po if you use priority mail RT @HomemadeFrontr: FedEx does RT @HilemanHoldings: Wait, the post office picks up?! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @TheSickChick Do I need a postage scale then? #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @SewCatSew have you tried to make them in mass? Maybe that will help with your time/cost #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @CraftLeftovers I'm actually using "How much does this sell for in retail shops" as my pricing model at the moment. #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago Yes, the 3x time/money equation is just a jumping off point #crafterminds

about 58 minutes ago RT @CraftLeftovers:Well, determining wage is much more complex, there is also gut factor + are you figuring all your costs? #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Wait, the post office picks up?! CanadaPost does #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @creativegoddess Good idea! A little reward goes a long way! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago RT @creativegoddess: make my PO runs on Mon, Wed & Friday and treat myself to a coffee or thrift store run while Im out. :) #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @CraftLeftovers I am figuring all of my costs. But as I've said I think a beautiful thing has inherent value of its own. #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago FedEx does RT @HilemanHoldings: Wait, the post office picks up?! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: @iLoveToCreate if it is not breakable and will fit into an envelope plus is light weight = good product! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago RT @crafterminds I used to sell on Etsy & sell zines. It just became a pain, so I mostly stopped. #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @betterlifebags Awwww good to know! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @makeandtakes Wish I would have gotten to go to the book session at #snapconf! I wanted to hear more about ur experience. #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago Time $ is my issue - I can make you a kick-ass felt lettuce in a couple of hours but who will pay for that much time? ;-) #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago RT @BalancingHome: I consider Balancing Home a brand. FB, Twitter, Etsy, Google +, Blog...if I touch it, it is Balancing Home. #crafterminds

about 59 minutes ago RT @BalancingHome: Balancing Home=brand. FB, Twitter, Etsy, G+, Blog...if I touch it, it is Balancing Home. No separate stuff. #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago @HilemanHoldings If you schedule a pickup and use their e postage, I believe they do, US only. #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago @TheSickChick Well, determining wage is much more complex, there is also gut factor + are you figuring all your costs? #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago @iLoveToCreate I make my PO runs on Mon, Wed & Friday and treat myself to a coffee or thrift store run while I'm out. :) #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago Wait, the post office picks up?! #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago RT @decorablesart: Pricing form does not always work. Geography, economics all have to factor in. Its what the market wil bear #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @makeandtakes 3x cost/time because if you went wholesale, you wouldn't be making enough $ for those items #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago @TheSewingLoft Haha. Well a former lawyer, but not looking for that kind of money ;) I just value beauty. #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago RT @decorablesart: Pricing form does not always work. Geography, economics all have to factor in. Its what the market wil bear #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @makeandtakes 3x cost/time because if you went wholesale, you wouldn't be making enough $ for those items #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @SewingSummit: Have you taken the Big DIY Blogger Survey yet? http://t.co/smUjHqgo #crafterminds Take 10 mins to fill it out! about 1 hour ago @makeandtakes You're welcome, didn't get to chat at #snapconf, but enjoyed your book session! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick Then you must be a rock star that needs to be paid properly! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago I consider Balancing Home a brand. FB, Twitter, Etsy, Google +, Blog...if I touch it, it is Balancing Home. No separate stuff. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Remember, whatever you price your retail at, if u ever go wholesale, expectation will be 50% of retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CynGagen: @tarabrose no you dont need a different blog - just incorporate what you sell into the blog you already have #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Pricing formula does not always work. Geography, economics all have to factor in. It's what the market will bear #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick Those kinds of things are great bc they are more worth your time to make & sell #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Post office also picks up at ur house RT @iLoveToCreate:Things you dont have to do custom runs to the post office for! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @iLoveToCreate if it is not breakable and will fit into an envelope plus is light weight = good product! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If ur going to sell&ship, smaller the better. Things u dont have to do custom runs to the post office for! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSewingLoft: @TheSickChick @CraftLeftovers You need to be sure to value your time. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago The only problem with the sample equations is . . what if it takes you longer or shorter than average? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Really? I was always doing double my costs RT @crafterminds: Pricing = 3x what it costs to make in supplies (at least) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I'm doing that now. My first sales are next week, for a local charity event. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick @CraftLeftovers You need to be sure to value your

time. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Remember, whatever you price your retail at, if you ever go wholesale, expectation will be that it's 50% of retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers And as they take 15 minutes to make, I have boosted the price a bit :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CraftLeftovers: @crafterminds (Time+material)x3=retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I also looked around to see what other prints were going for on Etsy. Didn't want to be too high or low. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tarabrose no you don't need a different blog - just incorporate what you sell into the blog you already have #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Oh yeah, this is better! RT @CraftLeftovers: @crafterminds (Time+material)x3=retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you are going to sell&ship, smaller the better. Things you don't have to do custom runs to the post office for! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I might have a new plan. Thank you #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick Then increase the price until it seems like the price the market will bear #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks there are a lot of sample equations out there... #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yay! I made it, thanks to @ILoveToCreate for the heads up!!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: found it a little hard to have my blog name be the same as my shop. hard to attract readers - just fyi #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @modpodgerocks I've scoped out other seller's &

asked friends #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers I make hand dyed silk scarves (and am only now starting to sell for charity). Cost is only $4 but value >$12 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @countrychiccott I agree - I wouldn't know what to charge. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Oh yeah, this is better! RT @CraftLeftovers: @crafterminds (Time+material)x3=retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers I've looked at that formula but also hourly wage formula, both seem too low b/c my costs & time are low. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago That's the hardest part RT @modpodgerocks: How does everyone determine pricing for their products? Digital or not? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome I agree - people shouldn't expect to pay less for handmade. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Pricing = 3x what it costs to make in supplies (at least) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HomemadeFrontr Yes, and selling zines is actually pretty easy on Etsy bc it is not an over-stuffed category #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds (Time+material)x3=retail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: RT @modpodgerocks: How does everyone determine pricing for their products? #loadedquestion lol #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks pricing is soooo hard.... #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks However much it costs to print/ship, etc.+ a little something for our idea, time, work. Custom means a bit more #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @CraftLeftovers Hmm, and this zine can be sold? #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @crafterminds That's been one of my big things for craft leftovers too, that there will always be a print edition. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tarabrose yes - different blog that links #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: How does everyone determine pricing for their products? Digital or not? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Therefore, even with a modest sized blog, selling stuff can be a good way to bring in income #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HomemadeFrontr a zine is a self-published magazine #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HomemadeFrontr Uh oh @crafterminds, you've opened up a whole new can of worms :) Hee hee. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HomemadeFrontr an indie published magazine - think maga(ZINE) and you'll get the idea, it ranges from one off's to series #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Ha! Yes! RT @modpodgerocks: The shipping is what keeps me from selling a product. Oh, and the making of the product. Hahahaha! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks you crack me up! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Good idea - let me know if you need help. Could throw in some newer articles as a bonus too! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago How does everyone determine pricing for their products? Digital or not? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Therefore, even with a modest sized blog, selling stuff can be a good way to bring in income #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: @betterlifebags brought up the point of this chat easier to make $ by selling stuff than by just blogging #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I'm currently working on doing that for volumes 1-3 of

craft leftovers too #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds i cannot imagine making enough money doing either for it to ever "count", but we aren't even a year in yet #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings But the whole point of CROQ was always that it was a print zine in an increasingly digital world #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @graphicsfairy: I got burned out on shipping stuff. If I were to sell something again, it would for sure be digital. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If my blog is about "everything" how would I best incorporate items I want to sell? Do I need a different blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago The shipping is what keeps me from selling a product. Oh, and the making of the product. Hahahaha! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: feel i need 2 choose between having a blog that makes $ & having a shop that makes $ - too hard to do both #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I'll have to ask you about it sometime :) It's the obligatory donor gift I'm thinking of when I say "selling" #crafterminds about 1 hour ago What is a zine? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings I've been at it for 3+ years and it grows SLOWLY at the beginning. Just perseverance and committment I guess #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers I am going to compile all the old CROQzines into a ebook, i think #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @Crafterminds But CROQzine is still an online zine, even if it's not being printed! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I think @betterlifebags brought up the point of this chat - it is easier to make $ by selling stuff than by just blogging #crafterminds about 1 hour ago The passive sales companies are easier, since you don't have to ship.

Shipping can be really stressful. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Oh almost forgot #crafterminds! I'm late but here. about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: my shop is way more successful than my blog, BUT it wouldnt be had I not had the blog #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I've decided to stop selling all handmade items and kits, only zines and downloadable content. Only newest zines on etsy. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I got burned out on shipping stuff. If I were to sell something again, it would for sure be digital. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I bought croq before I knew there was a Heather behind it! :D #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Why was it a pain?what was the downside? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick yes, I had a successful Kickstarter campaign... it is a job in itself, though! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: Me too - and my shop is way more successful than my blog, BUT it wouldnt be had I not had the blog #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags How did you make your shop so successful? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @sweetrosestudio As Nike would say, just do it! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Yeah, Etsy's fine as a hosting place for the shop, but people mostly only find it if I promote it elsewhere. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @iLoveToCreate Totally agree - that sounds like a lot of work! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSickChick: Has anyone used Kickstarter or similar for a craft-related project? I have contributed to some #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds I used to sell on Etsy & sell zines. It just became a pain, so I mostly stopped. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: It can be really hard to manage a blog, shop and promotion for both. [so] I think passive sales is easier. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick I used it to successfully raise funds for my art org's ArtVend project: http://t.co/9EyTte09 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TallysTreasury: I put a widget on 1 side of the blog - seems to work well. also promote my shop on Twitter, Fb, etc. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds If something I made happens to sell, that's cool, but it's not a push. I don't even stock my etsy shop anymore. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I used to sell on Etsy & sell zines. It just became a pain, so I mostly stopped. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago It can be really hard to manage a blog, shop and promotion for both. For this reason, I think passive sales is easier. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @KraftyMcKrafter I'm trying out CafePress now - I came up with a cute graphic and want to try it out #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags ours went hand in hand. Started together, maybe more spurred on by the popularity of our prints among friends #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @amy_e_ellis Thanks, I missed that mention :D #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I put a widget on 1 side of the blog - seems to work well. But I also promote my shop on Twitter, Facebook, etc. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers Oh good, Kristin! You might be able to share some insight on this topic! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy @crafterminds Why did you close? #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers Can you share the plug in name? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers Oh, that's cool! Didn't know that existed! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CraftLeftovers Oh, that's cool! Didn't know that existed! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CraftLeftovers: I use the wp-commerce plugin on my blog for everything and ravelry for yarn based patterns. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Has anyone used Kickstarter or similar for a craft-related project? I have contributed to some but many do not make the goals. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Check out @vchristenson shop's organization of her patterns. Genius! http://t.co/8TjHtjOM #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks Also @crafterminds has heard good things about ejunkie! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: Anyone here start a handmade business FIRST, then a blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me! I closed my Etsy shop last year. RT @crafterminds: Anyone here NOT interested in selling products? I am on the fence #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @SewCatSew: I sell handmade elephants as a fundraiser on http://t.co/EBm3DeSw FYI - just a free blog and free PayPal acct #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags I did #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks I use the wp-commerce plugin on my blog for everything and ravelry for yarn based patterns. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @amy_e_ellis Oooh, thanks! I will have to check that out! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago I'm more interested in passive sales, I think. RT @crafterminds: Anyone here NOT interested in selling products? on the fence #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Anyone here start a handmade business FIRST, then a blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @SewCatSew I've got your page up, will read it properly after the chat :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy Hi ! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds one income, one car, two kids...girl needs to make some money ;) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I'm keen on the income, not so keen on the work needed to get started :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @countrychiccott Just recently heard of it and am so curious. . . #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks I've seen a couple good tools for that. Digioh (http://t.co/7si7tTXw) is a good one, very easy to set up. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I have no intention of selling my own stuff for personal gain. Just need to raise $ for my charity work. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Tophatter is a live auction for handmade goods: http://t.co/0s0NkkN0 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: "Passive" types of selling would be: cafepress, zazzle, spoonflower, and printables, ebooks #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSickChick I sell handmade elephants as a fundraiser on http://t.co/mzWMQyZY FYI - just a free blog and free PayPal acct #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @countrychiccott What is tophatter #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago I'm not - too much work :D RT @crafterminds: Anyone here NOT interested in selling products? I am on the fence #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Does anyone have any feedback on Big Cartel? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: Who sells e-books or printables and what are you vehicles for selling those?? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HomemadeFrontr That's really cute! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I have a sidebar widget that shows 4 items from my shop. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @decorablesart Hi! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Anyone here NOT interested in selling products? I am on the fence #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @countrychiccott I've got heard of tophatter? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I agree about Etsy being a "known" brand in online shopping - ppl feel comfortable buying there #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Have any of you handmade sellers tried tophatter? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi - I'm a little late but I was watching the feed :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome That's true! I love that as well! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: a lot of people just play on Etsy. It is a platform ppl go to to shop and browse, feel comfortable buying #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks Once I got a pad of paper with the company logo, I loved it and was desperate to reorder when it ran out. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks me too! Or even a hand written thank you note.

Goes a long way. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: I like the Etsy sellers who throw in little gifties with purchase. Not that you have to - it's just fun! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me too! RT @modpodgerocks: I like the Etsy sellers who throw in little gifties with purchase. Not that you have to! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I know a lot of people that just play on Etsy. It is a platform ppl go to to shop and browse. They feel comfortable buying too #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: I like the Etsy sellers who throw in little gifties with purchase. Not that you have to - its just fun! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks Me too, it always gives me a warm fuzzy :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSickChick: @crafterminds Does anyone here sell patterns on Ravelry? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHolding I do, it works great! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I would like to hear more about speed sales on FB @betterlifebags! do you need an app? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I like the Etsy sellers who throw in little gifties with purchase. Not that you have to - it's just fun! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I will definitely look into this @Storenvy #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSickChick: @crafterminds Does anyone here sell patterns on Ravelry? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: YES - giveaways have been amazing. As well as limited edition SPEED SALES on FB #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Sell patterns passively (instant dig download). They have to buy from you 2 make the featured blog project #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago Would love to get into this one day! RT @iLoveToCreate: Also sell patterns passively (dig download). buy it from you 2 make #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Oh wow. Thanks! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Does anyone here sell patterns on Ravelry? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @alwaysnwonder: If youre thinking about selling handmade goods online, try @Storenvy, theres no listing or sellers fees. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: sell patterns passively (instant dig download). have to buy it from you 2 make the featured blog project. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings be careful, because Etsy considers any unsolicited messaging "spam" #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome @betterlifebags I would say it depends on who is hosting the giveaway. Let a bigger blog host for you #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @alwaysnwonder I've heard good things too. Kinda of feel overwhelmed about moving though. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @alwaysnwonder: If youre thinking about selling handmade goods online, try @Storenvy, theres no listing or sellers fees. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Also sell patterns passively (instant dig download). They have to buy it from you 2 make the featured blog project. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @alwaysnwonder: If ur thinking about selling handmade goods online, try @Storenvy, theres no listing fees or sellers fees #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Even if u do have an Etsy shop, people dont usually just find it - u still have to promote just like w/blogs #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: @HilemanHoldings Spoonflower FAQs: http://t.co/xkV55N3Z #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago Making money by selling "stuff" via the blog. RT @TheVspotBlog: Hi all! Sorry Im late! What are we chatting about? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I send people who "favorite" my Etsy item or shop a 10% discount encourages them to actually buy, not just favorite them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheVspotBlog Hey girl!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: @betterlifebags good to know. What about giveaways? Do you think those drive sales? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you're thinking about selling handmade goods online, try @Storenvy, there's no listing fees or seller's fees. I love them #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hey Girl! RT @TheVspotBlog: Hi all! Sorry Im late! What are we chatting about? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings Yeah, you would be smart to find out what people like before you invest #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Even if you do have an Etsy shop, pple dont usually just find it - u still have to promote just like w/blogs #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings Spoonflower FAQs: http://t.co/LJ4TzhWP #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I run a blog/site that is for charity sales and we've done very well with just a PayPal link http://t.co/mzWMQyZY #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags good to know. What about giveaways? Do you think those drive sales? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Just don't want to end up with tons of product I can't sell! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi all! Sorry I'm late! What are we chatting about? #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings you get a discount on @spoonflower if you buy it in a certain quantity #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @amy_e_ellis: @betterlifebags DigiOh is a nice tool for selling/distributing online downloads. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Even if you do have an Etsy shop, people don't usually just find it you still have to promote just like with blogs #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds So I can create spoonflower fabric and they sell it for me? Or do I have to order it and sell it myself? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds "Passive" types of selling would be: cafepress,

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about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings that would be up to you - depends on how long you want the shipping to take #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: exactly! Etsy is jam packed, but blogging lets me directly contact over a 1000 just through facebook. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @amy_e_ellis: DigiOh is a nice tool for selling/distributing online downloads. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: Ive thought about selling on Etsy just to sell the samples I mak when putting together a tute #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags How did those little ads work for you? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome @HoneybearLane Heidi where are you??? . . . . :D #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: best type of selling is anything that you can do passively! Set it up and not have to worry about it much! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @crafterminds exactly! Etsy is jam packed, but blogging lets me directly contact over a 1000 just through facebook. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago "Passive" types of selling would be: cafepress, zazzle, spoonflower, and printables, ebooks #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @betterlifebags DigiOh is a nice tool for selling/distributing online downloads. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Good call! RT @graphicsfairy: I think jewelry would do well. RT @modpodgerocks: Do people have luck selling kits? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @craftmoore Crafty Clutter - sounds like a good reason for a giveaway #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: best type of selling is anything that you can do passively! Set it up and not have to worry about it much! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: selling on Etsy just to sell the samples I make when putting together a tute - too much crafty clutter! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Reasons to sell stuff on your blog: you have a built-in platform for promotion! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds we have an ad, a page and a direct link to the shop. We also have an etsy tab on our blog fb page. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @craftmoore Crafty Clutter - sounds like a good reason for a giveaway #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: best type of selling is anything that you can do passively! Set it up and not have to worry about it much! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: selling on Etsy just to sell the samples I make when putting together a tute - too much crafty clutter! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Reasons to sell stuff on your blog: you have a

built-in platform for promotion! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds we have an ad, a page and a direct link to the shop. We also have an etsy tab on our blog fb page. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings You have to order a sample of @spoonflower fabric before it can be put on sale, then it's print on demand #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Reasons to sell stuff on your blog: you have a built-in platform for promotion! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I could see combining a kit with a class too, for one fee. Supplies + access to a video tut, maybe. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago You create the design & upload. they do the rest. RT @HilemanHoldings: Can you sell @spoonflower fabric BEFORE its printed? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I think the best type of selling is anything that you can do passively! Set it up and not have to worry about it much! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Reasons to sell stuff on your blog: you have a built-in platform for promotion! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I've thought about selling on Etsy just to sell the samples I make when putting together a tute - too much crafty clutter! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Is anyone using anything other than Etsy? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I have a widget on my side bar with a photo. I see traffic almost everyday. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings Seems like you could list cafepress stuff on Etsy & then dropship it if someone orders? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you sell on sites like @zazzle, from experience, niche products/topics do better (craft sayings, knitting, etc.) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I have a sidebar widget and a different widget in my

footer. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Can you sell @spoonflower fabric BEFORE it's printed? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I don't suggest that EVERYONE should sell on their blogs, but it is worth thinking about! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings That's what I do but I don't want to bore everyone else so I limit it. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Can you sell cafepress items in your etsy shop? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I think jewelry would do well. RT @modpodgerocks: Do people have luck selling kits? Ive always wondered. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you DO have an etsy shop, what's the best method for promoting it on your blog? A dedicated tab, sidebar widget? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @whbsblog: RT @crafterminds: Other ideas: Designing & selling @spoonflower fabric - I know @prudentbaby does this #crafterminds about 1 hour ago LOVE @spoonflower! :) RT @crafterminds: Other ideas: Designing & selling @spoonflower fabric - I know @prudentbaby does this #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @craftmoore Mostly better revenue per item also I liked their base items (to print on) a lot more #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks I don't know, I think Honeybear Lane sells quilting kits. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me too. RT @modpodgerocks: Do people have luck selling kits? Ive always wondered. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Other ideas: Designing & selling @spoonflower fabric - I know @prudentbaby does this #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheThriftress Post items that are available in your physical shop and say that they can be bought there or can be shipped.. #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: Do people have luck selling kits? Ive always wondered. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @craftmoore @zazzle I tried it, didn't have much luck, but have had luck with @cafepress. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Love it! RT @iLoveToCreate: What about creating tutorial kits? An all-inclusive project you can order. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago any reason? RT @TheSickChick: @CynGagen @craftmoore Ive always preferred Spreadshirt over Zazzle #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yes! Love that! RT @iLoveToCreate: What about creating kits of ur tutorials? That could be a great way to do it. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Other ideas: Designing & selling @spoonflower fabric - I know @prudentbaby does this #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I just learned about zazzle from a giveaway/sponsored post #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Do people have luck selling kits? I've always wondered. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Amen! RT @modpodgerocks: If you sell craft items, do projects featuring them so that people get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I love this idea! RT @iLoveToCreate: What about creating tutorial kits? An all-inclusive project you can order. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome Totally! That's great! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CynGagen @craftmoore @zazzle I've always preferred Spreadshirt over Zazzle #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: creating kits of ur tutorials? That could be a great way to do it, an all-inclusive project you can order. #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @iLoveToCreate: I think V&Company does some pre-made kits she sells and her projects are soooo lovely. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @craftmoore I was just looking at @zazzle today as a possible way for a charity I'm involved with to sell items #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: What about @zazzle, anybody make stuff there to sell? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @iLoveToCreate Great idea! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago It's more difficult if you sell from a physical shop since I'm marketing mostly to locals. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I think V&Company does some pre-made kits she sells and her projects are soooo lovely. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @countrychiccott @HilemanHoldings yes or just a mention. "the vase on mantle can be purchased in my etsy shop along w more" #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: When a new item comes out I will tell ppl #crafterminds about 1 hour ago What about creating kits of ur tutorials? That could be a great way to do it, an all-inclusive project you can order. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @countrychiccott yes or just a mention. "the vase on the mantle can be purchased in my etsy shop along with many more" #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks agreed! I use what we sell so when I show my living room w/our print hanging I let ppl know they can order one. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you sell craft items, you should do projects featuring them so that ppl get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you sell craft items,you should do projects featuring them so that people get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago What about @zazzle, anybody make stuff there to sell? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @betterlifebags e-junkie has a monthly fee, not a good choice if you have large files or few sales. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @DearCreatives I would do both for sure!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks YES YES YES! You are your own best advertisement. Use your own products! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If u sell craft items, you should do projects featuring them so that people get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If u sell craft items, you should do projects featuring them so that people get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm customizing a smug mug page for someone now. So let me know if anyone needs help! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Reason to share your etsy shop on your blog: 1. your readers prob. are interested 2. it's your platform - use it for YOU #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HilemanHoldings: So like do a featured product post once or twice a month? Good idea! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you sell craft items, you should do projects featuring them so that people get ideas for how to use them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings yes or just a mention. "the vase on the mantle can be purchased in my etsy shop along with many more" #crafterminds about 1 hour ago You would be amazed how hard it is to find a sturdy, waterproof, affordable way to ship a print. I cannot believe we did! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings @sweetrosestudio I've heard good things about smugmug! Anything that takes hassle out of doing it helps! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago e-junkie is supposed to be great RT @betterlifebags: Anyone have a good tool they use to send digital downloads? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks do you share your product or just mention your shop or both? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BabyTrend Check out http://t.co/uF8KlubL and http://t.co/heRHTjSw #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: When a new item comes out I will tell ppl #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSickChick: @crafterminds I am looking to raise money for charity, either through selling objects or selling ebooks. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Heading into wedding season I have reminded ppl of things we sell on FB that are wedding appropriate. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @BalancingHome @cyngagen I know, it scares me! @hilemanholdings is that expensive? @craftmoore shamefully, no lol #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @countrychiccott So like do a featured product post once or twice a month? Good idea! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HilemanHoldings: @sweetrosestudio Check out smug mug - you can sell the prints that way. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CynGagen: Being in Canada, trying to ship my artwork & figuring out fair shipping costs made me want to tear my hair out #crafterminds about 1 hour ago When a new item comes out I will tell ppl #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Anyone have a good tool they use to send digital downloads? Mine end up in people's spam folders since I send so many. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CynGagen: Figuring out shipping is what has held me up RT @BalancingHome: figuring out the shipping was the hardest part. #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago Looking for cheap & fun kids crafts, any advice? @dollarcraft @infarrantly @jenjentrixie #CrafterMinds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I am looking to raise money for charity, either through selling objects or writing & selling ebooks. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Being in Canada, trying to ship my artwork & figuring out fair shipping costs made me want to tear my hair out #crafterminds about 1 hour ago nice! RT @tarabrose: @ScribbleTown I do monogramming and embroidery, mostly locals #crafterminds about 1 hour ago It was good practice though RT @crafterminds: RT @HomemadeFrontr: Ive sold a recipe collection, with limited success #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @sweetrosestudio Check out smug mug - you can sell the prints that way. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings mention your shop at a MAX of once every week or every other week. Use your own product. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Go for it!!RT @sweetrosestudio: Im scared to take the leap of faith and actually go for it. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @ScribbleTown also been doing some digitizing #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Figuring out shipping is what has held me up RT @BalancingHome: @PearlGateway figuring out the shipping was the hardest part. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: I would always have it in the sidebar (a graphic) and then mention it once or twice a month. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CynGagen Oh! I'll be sure and read them! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: Ive sold a recipe collection, with limited success #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy the only negative was that the event organizers did a lousy job of logistics with that many people #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Can we cover the best way to advertise your shop on your blog without sounding pushy or redundant?! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Have you tried different packagaing methods? RT @PearlGateway: afraid of cards getting messed up in the mail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you dont advertise your own Etsy shop on your blog - you should!! (I know ppl that dont!) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm scared to take the leap of faith and actually go for it. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: Id love to get to the point where I sell patterns! :) RT @crafterminds: digital products printables/ebooks? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @PearlGateway figuring out the shipping was the hardest part. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Can we cover the best way to advertise your shop on your blog without sounding pushy or redundant?! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds For me, I just started my shops back up. waiting until they have more in them before promoting. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy it was amazing - took me 5 blog posts just to relay all that I gleaned from the day #crafterminds about 1 hour ago dropping in while I can #crafterminds whats the topic? how is everyone? about 1 hour ago @ScribbleTown I do monogramming and embroidery, mostly locals #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you don't advertise your own Etsy shop on your blog - you should!! (I know ppl that don't!) #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: If you dont advertise your own Etsy shop on your blog - you should!! (I know ppl that dont!) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @modpodgerocks we give away printables, not sell. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Can we cover the best way to advertise your shop on your blog without sounding pushy or redundant?! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @sweetrosestudio Hi Katie lady! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CynGagen I am so excited!! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I sell a service {photography} and I've been waffling back and forth about a printable shop. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I have done affiliates for e-books but never authored one myself. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I am scared to sell online...cards are delicate, I'm afraid of them getting messed up in the mail #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you don't advertise your own Etsy shop on your blog - you should!! (I know ppl that don't!) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago How? RT @tarabrose: Most of my sales come thru FB #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi Karen and Cara! @graphicsfairy @craftmoore #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Can we cover the best way to advertise your shop on your blog without sounding pushy or redundant?! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @makeandtakes Marie, you should join in with the #crafterminds chat today! It's fun and just started. about 1 hour ago I'd love to get to the point where I sell patterns! :) RT @crafterminds: anyone sell digital products like printables/ebooks? #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago So, if you have an etsy shop but don't mention it on your blog, why not? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Sorry I'm late! Still in a post SNAP hangover! Katie from Sweet Rose Studio here! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago That's my plan - ebooks RT @crafterminds: Does anyone sell digital products like printables or ebooks? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I've thought about writing an ebook or doing site design but haven't gotten there yet #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Does downloadble patterns count? @crafterminds: Does anyone sell digital products like printables or ebooks? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I've sold a recipe collection, with limited success #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CynGagen Whoa! It is pretty awesome, so not surprising I guess! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Most of my sales come thru FB #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @betterlifebags: I have a link to my e-commerce site and also sell printable downloads from my blog #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheThriftress: I dont sell on my blog but I advertise my shop space. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago don't currently sell anything on my blog. Maybe in the future... #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @whbsblog Hi Ann Marie! Wood floors - lovely! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I wish. Hahaha! RT @crafterminds: Does anyone sell digital products like printables or ebooks? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @TheSewingLoft Hi old friend! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago I have a link to my e-commerce site and also sell printable downloads from my blog #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I don't sell on my blog but I advertise my shop space. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I don't sell stuff yet but am in the process of getting ready to do that! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Welcome to everyone! Who here sells stuff on your blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Does anyone sell digital products like printables or ebooks? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago We have tons of finished crafts, and were thinking about selling some of the older ones, whats the best way to do that? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Crafterminds chat right NOW on twitter! Check for #crafterminds and pop on in! about 1 hour ago @HilemanHoldings thanks! I missed you too! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yes, etsy shops count! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me too! RT @TheSewingLoft: Love that I can put so many faces to these icons thanks to @SNAPconf #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @BalancingHome: @crafterminds We have an etsy shop and a link to the shop from the blog #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy there were nearly 9000 people at each show!!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @creativegoddess: @crafterminds I have both etsy and ebay shops but I dont mention them much on my blog. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Not me, yet. Or not now, I have in thparter RT @crafterminds:

Welcome to everyone! Who here sells stuff on your blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago As Scribble Shop http://t.co/ycmXHXNS we of course try to sell on our blog :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I have an etsy shop...I am thinking that counts. :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I used to, and am going to sell again on my blog, just need to finish uploading items into my self-hosted site. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Love that I can put so many faces to these icons thanks to @SNAPconf #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @CynGagen I looked for you on TV! It looked like it was packed! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I have both etsy and ebay shops but I don't mention them much on my blog. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I have an Etsy shop, does that count?! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hello Alexa! RT @iLoveToCreate: Hello all! Its Alexa here for #crafterminds chat. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I missed you @CynGagen! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Actually remembered today! Courtney @ Sweet C's Designs here! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @alwaysnwonder Hi Jennifer! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Missed all of you last week! Was standing in line waiting for @oprah #lifeclass to begin this time last week! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Welcome to everyone! Who here sells stuff on your blog? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I've served up a buffet of after school snacks, hoping for no

interruptions. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi all. Vicki from The Creative Goddess here. http://t.co/xC33EEqc #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi Jennifer! :) RT @alwaysnwonder: Yay! I remembered the #crafterminds chat! (with some help from @graphicsfairy :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm Jennifer from http://t.co/5MRc9s0x. Looking forward to chatting with you guys today. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago This is Andi & Jessica from Scribble Blog & Scribble Shop-we'll soon have a blog for the shop too! http://t.co/6CdLgUKz #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @alwaysnwonder I'm proud for making it/remember it too! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hello all! It's Alexa here for #crafterminds chat. about 1 hour ago Do we have any new chatters who learned about us from #snapconf? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Karen from The Graphics Fairy. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yay! I remembered the #crafterminds chat! (with some help from @graphicsfairy :) about 1 hour ago So glad I could make it. Missed out last week due to vacation! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Today's topic is "Making Money Blogging: Selling Stuff" - we have been chatting about money stuff for the past 2 wks. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hello all, I'm Erin from My Very Educated Mother. http://t.co/zgMEmzps #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi I'm @kristinglas from Homemade Frontier. #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago Hi! Rebecca here from @betterlifebags! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm Melinda from DECOR8Rgirl http://t.co/gASxQMre #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Megan with Balancing Home ready to chat about making money blogging. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm Tara from Therapy 4 Roses http://t.co/y6ouPhJc #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @countrychiccott: Joining up on the crafterminds chat. We are talking about making money blogging if yall want to join! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi! I'm Carolina from Always Expect Moore http://t.co/IyK9DgBE #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Heather here from The Sewing Loft http://t.co/u34Y6NMh #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT craftmoore: craft and DIY bloggers - have you taken 10 minutes for the big DIY blogger survey? http://t.co/S9VJWjFN #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks About to begin a chat . . . to unfollow my tweets for the next hour, use Twick Twock: http://t.co/bfSNt5ab #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: #crafterminds chat today at 4pmEST/1pmPST continuing our series on making money blogging: Selling stuff #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: About to begin a chat . . . to unfollow my tweets for the next hour, use Twick Twock: http://t.co/y88tjNjF #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi. I'm Cyn from Creative Cynchronicity http://t.co/x48GHtOu #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Angie with The Country Chic Cottage http://t.co/kpCSRfID #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hanging out on the crafterminds chat for an hour or so. Talking about

making money blogging if you want to join in! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds I'm Juliann from The Sick Chick's Constantly Crafty http://t.co/pnwqWY50 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: craft and DIY bloggers - have you taken 10 minutes for the big DIY blogger survey? http://t.co/f8S5eRI3 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago About to begin a chat . . . to unfollow my tweets for the next hour, use Twick Twock: http://t.co/GBoR1PW8 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago #crafterminds chat today at 4pmEST/1pmPST - continuing our series on making money blogging: Selling stuff #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm heather @dollarcraft from http://t.co/uF8KlubL #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Almost ready to start - you can start introducing yourself & your URL! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: craft and DIY bloggers - have you taken 10 minutes for the big DIY blogger survey? http://t.co/hn36dN4q #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Joining up on the crafterminds chat for about an hour. We are talking about making money blogging if y'all want to join! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @craftmoore: #crafterminds chat today at 4pmEST/1pmPST continuing our series on making money blogging: Selling stuff #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @thesewingloft: It's almost time for a Craft Chat! 4pmEST/1pmPST series on making money blogging: Selling stuff #crafterminds about 1 hour ago It's almost time for a Craft Chat! 4pmEST/1pmPST series on making money blogging: Selling stuff #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Have you taken the Big DIY Blogger Survey yet? http://t.co/smUjHqgo #crafterminds Take 10 mins to fill it out! about 2 hours ago #crafterminds and other craft and DIY bloggers - have you taken 10

minutes for the big DIY blogger survey? http://t.co/mITrDFb1 about 6 hours ago #crafterminds chat today at 4pmEST/1pmPST - continuing our series

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about 14 hours ago On Tuesday mornings I wake up early to participate in the #crafterminds chat. Internet at home isn't working... No chat for me tomorrow :(

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