Making a Living in Crafts by Donald Clark - hardcover book

Making a Living in Crafts: Everything You Need to Know to Build Your Business by Donald Clark - hardcover Artisans who want to turn their passion into profit need look no further: with a combination of inspiration and practical knowledge--plus hundreds of images--this comprehensive guide offers the most solid and current information on the crafting business. It goes way beyond just the crafts show: everything is covered, from developing a product to drafting a business plan, from marketing to exhibiting in galleries. There are numerous interviews with prominent people throughout the industry, along with a discussion of craft economy as a whole and the challenges you might face along the way. Learn how to efficiently design your product, set up a studio, hire employees, and set prices. Crafters will appreciate the encouraging message on keeping one's creative spirit alive. Good condition - some tears and scuff marks on dust jacket, pages are like new with no tears, folds, or markings. 1st edition, printed in 2006, 184 pages.