The Makers Corner

The Art of Craft Fairs & Markets: How to Maximize In-Person Sales

Learn how to succeed at craft fairs and markets with tips on booth setup, customer engagement, pricing, and promotions. This guide helps handmade sellers maximize in-person sales and grow their bus...

How to Set Up a Profitable Etsy Store: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ready to start your Etsy shop? This step-by-step guide walks you through setting up your store, creating optimized listings, pricing for profit, and marketing your handmade products to build a succ...

Etsy vs. Shopify: Where Should You Sell Your Handmade Products?

Etsy or Shopify? Discover which platform is best for your handmade business. This guide compares features, fees, and benefits of each—and explains how to use both to boost visibility, profits, and ...

How to Take Professional Product Photos and Create High-Quality Mockups

High-quality product photos can make or break sales for handmade businesses. Learn how to take professional images, create mockups, and optimize visuals for Etsy, websites, and social media to boos...

Brand Storytelling: How to Use Your Personal Journey to Connect with Customers

Want to stand out in the handmade market? Learn how to use storytelling to connect with customers, build brand loyalty, and boost sales. This guide shows craft business owners how to create and sha...

SEO for Crafters: How to Get Found on Google, Etsy, and Social Media

Struggling to get your handmade products seen? Learn how to use SEO to boost visibility on Etsy, Google, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest. This guide covers keyword research, listing optimization, ...

How to Use Instagram & TikTok to Market Your Handmade Products

Discover how to grow your handmade business using Instagram and TikTok! Learn to optimize your profiles, create engaging content, and turn followers into loyal customers—without spending a dime on ...

Building a Brand: Creating a Strong Identity for Your Craft Business

A successful craft business is more than just selling products—it’s about building a brand that attracts customers, builds trust, and creates long-term success. A strong brand makes your business s...

Avoiding Beginner Mistakes: Lessons from First-Year Craft Business Owners

New to selling crafts? Discover common beginner mistakes from first-year craft business owners and learn how to avoid them. Get expert tips to start strong and build a successful handmade business.

Pricing for Profit: How to Set the Right Prices for Your Handmade Products

Learn how to price your handmade products for profit without undercharging. This guide covers cost calculation, pricing formulas, and strategies to increase perceived value so your craft business c...

Essential Equipment and Supplies: What You Need to Get Started in Crafting

Discover the essential tools and supplies you need to launch a profitable craft business with this beginner-friendly guide.

Mother’s Day Sales – How to Create & Market the Perfect Gift Collection

Learn how to create and market a best-selling Mother’s Day gift collection with custom products, smart bundling, and powerful marketing strategies.

Finding Your Niche: How to Stand Out in the Sublimation & Craft Industry

Struggling to stand out in the craft industry? Learn how to find your niche and build a thriving business with these tips.

Is DTF Better Than Sublimation? Let's Break It Down!

If you're diving into the world of custom printing, you’ve likely come across Direct-to-Film (DTF) and sublimation printing. Both methods are popular, but they excel in different areas. So, the rea...

What is DTF Printing? A Complete Guide to This Game-Changing Technology

Custom printing has taken a leap forward with DTF printing, short for Direct-to-Film printing. This cutting-edge method has become a favorite for businesses and creators, thanks to its ability to p...

What Cannot Be Sublimated?

What Cannot Be Sublimated? Sublimation printing is a game-changer for customizing products with vibrant, long-lasting designs. However, not everything can be sublimated. Understanding the materials...

What Are the Disadvantages of Sublimation Printing?

Sublimation printing has become a popular choice for crafters and businesses due to its ability to produce high-quality, vibrant designs. However, like any printing method, it’s not without its cha...

Mastering the Art of Sublimating on Ceramic Ornaments with Craft Express

Sublimation printing has taken the crafting world by storm, offering a way to create vibrant, personalized items—and ceramic ornaments are a perfect canvas for this art. These ornaments make heartf...

Unleashing Creativity with Blank Sublimation Supplies from Craft Express

Sublimation printing has become a favorite among crafters, offering a way to create vibrant, personalized items that stand the test of time. At the heart of this process lies high-quality blank sub...

Discover the Best-Selling Sublimation Items at Craft Express

Sublimation printing has revolutionized the crafting world, offering endless possibilities to create stunning, personalized items. But with so many options, how do you know which sublimation blanks...

Guide To Sublimation Printing

When some people hear the phrase “Dye-Sublimation'' they can be intimidated by the science behind this fun, trendy and unique way of crafting personalization.  Dye-sublimation printing is a popular...

Discovering the Best Mug Press with Craft Express

Discover the best mug press with Craft Express, offering high-quality, user-friendly tools for creating stunning, professional custom mugs.

What Is Sublimation Printing and How Does It Work? Your Questions Answered

Are you looking for a way to create vibrant, long-lasting designs that stand the test of time? Sublimation printing might just be the perfect solution for your needs. Whether you’re crafting custom...

Crafting Made Easy: Unleash Your Creativity with Craft Express

Crafting is more than a hobby—it's a way to express yourself, create meaningful gifts, and add a personal touch to your home. At Craft Express, we make crafting simple, fun, and accessible, offerin...

Sublimation Printing: The Craft Express Way

Sublimation printing has revolutionized the crafting world, offering vibrant, long-lasting designs on a variety of products. At Craft Express, we’ve perfected this technique, helping crafters and b...

Why Choose Craft Express Sublimation Paper?

Choosing the Right Paper for Sublimation: A Guide by Craft Express Sublimation printing has transformed the way we create personalized items, enabling vibrant and durable designs on fabrics, cerami...

Combining Vinyl and Sublimation: Can You Put Vinyl on a Sublimation Blank? A Craft Express Guide

Creativity in crafting knows no limits, and combining different techniques can lead to stunning results. One question we often hear at Craft Express is, “Can you put vinyl on a sublimation blank?” ...

Why Would Anyone Use Sublimation Printing?

Sublimation printing has gained immense popularity among businesses, hobbyists, and artists, and for good reason. Despite a few limitations, this printing method offers unique advantages that make ...