Hey everyone – just a little note to let you know we’re doing a few site improvements to CMBA this weekend (including switching servers). So you might see some down time or weird stuff in the next few days. But no worries, we’ll be back next week with a brand new look for CMBA! A [...]
I know we’ve been a little heavy with the trade show talk over the last two weeks, but what can I say? It’s that time of year. I’m excited to wrap this week up with a guest post from Bridgett Edwards of Perideau Designs. She’s sharing her top 8 tips for attending a trade show. [...]
Today I’m excited to share a guest post from Michelle Engel Bencsko of Cicada Studio and Cloud 9 Fabrics. Michelle has graciously agreed to give a little recap of her experience exhibiting at the International Quilt Market, and she’s sharing some amazing tips for how to communicate your company identity and make your booth stand [...]
Today I’m excited to share a guest post from Khristian of Khristian A. Howell Surface Design & Photography. Khristian has kindly agreed to share her experience exhibiting at Surtex this year. The art licensing world isn’t something I have a lot of experience with, so it’s great to hear firsthand from someone working in that [...]
If you do a lot of retail shows, then you’ve probably learned by now that accepting credit cards is a great way to boost your sales. As less and less people carry cash in favor of debit or check cards, you’ll find customers appreciate the convenience of being able to shop their local craft fair [...]
Today I’m excited to share a guest post from Tara Gentile, editor of Scoutie Girl. Tara really understands how storytelling can make a difference in marketing your business, and today she’s sharing tips on how to brainstorm story ideas that relate your personal experiences to the needs of your customers. (And that will give you [...]
A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links: Should You Make Your Niche Smaller? – Why a focused niche is more successful then a broad approach. The Three Surprisingly Simple Keys to Success – “You need talent, luck, and persistence. Pick any two.” Big Brand Copycats – Eye-opening article from the [...]
In addition to walking the National Stationery Show this past weekend, I spent some time at the other big show in the Javits Center – ICFF. The International Contemporary Furniture Fair is the annual trade show for all things home and design – furniture, home accessories, wallpaper, lighting, and a host of miscellaneous products that [...]
If you design and make any kind of paper goods, the National Stationery Show is certainly the place to be. Every May, buyers from around the world (I saw a good assortment of locations represented at the show yesterday) head to New York and the Javits Center to make their paper purchases for the year. Yesterday was the [...]
A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links: What IS in it for you? – Sister Diane shares why it’s ok to be a little selfish. Time is Never Found for ANYTHING – If you don’t make time for what’s important, it will never get done. The ABC’s of Responding to [...]
Megan Auman is a designer, maker, educator, and entrepreneur who has built a multi-faceted business around her passion for great design and sustainable business. Her eponymous jewelry line is sold in stores across the US and online. In 2009, Megan founded Crafting an MBA to help designers and makers develop their business skills. In 2011, the site name was changed to Designing an MBA.
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