Ah the New Year. There were plenty of resolutions made to better oneself. Yet did you make a pact to better your business in 2011? If so, an easy way to learn business tips or ignite the spark of creativity is with an online class. These classes are attractive because they fit into practically any [...]

Thank you to everyone that entered to win copies of Kari Chapin’s new book The Handmade Marketplace from Storey Publishing.
And congrats to our lucky winners chosen by the random number generator.
Michelle Kroll of Portland, OR:

Ellen King of Culver City, CA

Kristine Beeson of Vancouver, WA:

Kari Chapin’s book The Handmade Marketplace is chock full of tips on how independent business owners can be successful in the handmade industry. Whether you are a part-time crafter or someone ready to quit the dayjob and try crafting full-time, the resources Chapin shares are extremely helpful in the quest for profitability.
Chapin has an impressive [...]

The Show of Awesome
is happening June 19th from 10am – 3pm
Doug Fir Lounge
All Ages – Free Admission
We are really excited to have crafty superstars from across the country at this sale.

Kari Chapin’s Book Handmade Marketplace
Mark Montano’s Books the Big Ass Book of Crafts
and the Big Ass Book of Home Decor

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The first day of the Summit of Awesome kicks off with a tour of the Alberta Arts District at 10 am on Wednesday, June 16. Led by Hilary Pfeifer of Bunny With A Toolbelt, if you’re a newbie to the Portland area, or just want to learn a little more about your surroundings, don’t miss [...]