Salted Caramel Buttercream Frosting
Remember the recipe I posted a while back for salted caramel sauce? This frosting takes that to the next level. I like to make the sauce in a big batch and reserve some for topping ice cream and use some…
Craftcation dance party theme giveaway
Last we shared a post on 7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity. Maybe you’ve already decided that you’re ready to attend a conference (ahem… Craftcation!) so you can: Build your community Get exposure to…
January DIY + Creative Business Book Club 2016
A few weeks ago on the last day of 2015 I read through my morning pages from the year. If you’re not familiar with morning pages it’s three pages of hand-written stream of consciousness writing that you do daily. Julia…
7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity
When Delilah I took the leap and started planning the first ever Craftcation Conference nearly six years ago (that’s right! 2017 will be our 6th anniversary!) I had not only never planned an event of that size, but had never even…
How to make Salted Caramel Sauce
The first Valentine’s Day I spent with my husband he showed up at my place with a cooler filled with charcuterie and cheeses, crackers, cornichons, ice cream and caramel sauce. After a few hours of playing guitar together and eating…
December DIY + Creative Business Book Club 2015
As much as I hate that the older I get, the faster time seems to pass I can’t help but love December. I’m a sucker for all the sparklyness of the holidays. The day after Thanksgiving my husband and I…
How to take awesome photos for your blog, website and social media
For the past few weeks we’ve shared a series of posts on how to make your online shop, website, blog and social media photos awesome. If you missed the posts you can see them here: 1. Three must-have photos to…
DIY photo backdrops
Editor’s Note: We’re beyond excited to welcome Rachel Smith of The Crafted Life as a Dear Handmade Life online workshop instructor. Her Photo Styling 101 workshop teaches you how to create stunning on-brand photographs for your blog, website, social media…
DIY Steel Pipe Towel Holder
Last year I had an accident, which left me laid up on the couch unable to use my left arm for several weeks. Aside from the pain and fear of not knowing if I would ever be able to use…
Three must-have photos to increase sales in your online shop
Editor’s Note: Hope you find our tips below helpful. If you’re inspired to learn more… Check out our Photo Styling 101 online workshop with Rachel Smith of The Crafted Life. -Nicole -Nicole When I started my first online shop for my handmade products several…
