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Meet the Folksy Team Folksy.com The Blog for Modern British Craft Interviews Folksy Finds Why Sell on Folksy Folksy Seller’s Handbook Folksy Local Trusted Suppliers Directory Buy Less, Buy Better, Buy Handmade Meet the Maker – Susan Betty Art Craft and Wellbeing Exploring Techniques Diamond Painting – What is it? 0 comment Meet the Maker: The Accidental Stitcher Craft Drop shopping event – 11 & 12 May 2024 Meet the Maker – Blooms By Beam Meet the Maker – Layla Amber Product Listing Tips Seller Tips Get your shop in shape 0 comment Meet the Maker – weewoollies Seconds Sunday 2024 Meet the Maker: Rags and Tatters Popular Posts Buy Less, Buy Better, Buy Handmade Craft Fair Secrets – How to Make a... How to take product shots on your phone How to sell more at markets, craft fairs... Craft Fair Secrets – How much stock do... How to choose the right social media channel... Craft fair inspiration – big ideas for small... Meet the maker: The Cornish Coaster Company Meet Sara Tasker from Me and Orla –... The best Instagram hashtags for craft and handmade Craft Fair Secrets: Not sold much? Here’s why... Seller Tips Get your shop in shape Get your Folksy shop in shape for the new year with checklist and expert tips. Simple changes like refreshing your collection titles and updating your shop announcement can bring big rewards in terms of views and sales. by Folksy Join our Christmas 2023 events by Camilla Back to Business Week – 11-15 September 2023 by Folksy Shop Early for Christmas – 7 & 8 October by Folksy Product Shot Tips – How to take awesome lifestyle photos in your own home by Diana Stainton Realistic costing and pricing advice for artists and makers from The Design Trust by Folksy View All Interviews Meet the Maker – Susan Betty Art Meet Susan Betty, an artist based near Angus in Scotland who creates original paintings inspired by the Scottish landscape and coast. by Folksy Meet the Maker: The Accidental Stitcher by Folksy Meet the Maker – Blooms By Beam by Folksy Meet the Maker – Layla Amber by Folksy Meet the Maker – weewoollies by Folksy Meet the Maker: Rags and Tatters by Folksy View All Craft Fair Secrets A guide to selling at online markets What exactly is an online market – and what do you need to do as a stallholder at an online craft fair? by Folksy Craft Fair Secrets – How to choose the right craft fair by Guest Blogger How to get noticed at craft fairs – five tips to help you stand out by Guest Blogger Craft Fair Secrets: Not sold much? Here’s why and what to do! by Camilla Craft fair inspiration – big ideas for small tables by Camilla The essential craft fair checklist – featuring tips from Crafty Fox Market and Craftacular by Camilla View All Product Photography Tips Product Shot Tips – How to take awesome lifestyle photos in your own home Professional photographer Diana Stainton spills the beans on how to capture stunning lifestyle photographs of your handmade products in your own home. by Diana Stainton How to create white background cut-out shots – and why you need them in your shop by Camilla How to photograph craft: handmade glass, glass art and fused glass by Richard Bryan You can now add 10 photos to every listing – here’s how to make the most of your extra pictures by Camilla A step-by-step guide to photographing and styling more traditional products by Richard Bryan Product photography basics – Quick & Easy Ways to get better product shots by Richard Bryan View All Product Listing Tips Get your shop in shape Get your Folksy shop in shape for the new year with checklist and expert tips. Simple changes like refreshing your collection titles and updating your shop announcement can bring big rewards in terms of views and sales. by Folksy How to create white background cut-out shots – and why you need them in your shop by Camilla Product listing Review No. 3 – Oval Ceramic Pot by The Potting Studio by Camilla Product Listing Review No. 2 – Hand-knitted striped cushion cover by Camilla Product Listing Review No. 1 – Wee House Necklace by Camilla How to use variations on Folksy by Folksy Admin View All Tutorials Top 10 TikTok, YouTube and Instagram accounts for crafts tutorials, tips and DIYs We round up our favourite accounts on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube for craft tutorials, tips and techniques. by Folksy Wire wrapped pendant tutorial by Ethan Carney Exploring Techniques – Paper Marbling by Ethan Carney Polymer Clay Christmas Decoration Tutorial – how to make cute labels for your stockings by Camilla Folded Paper Star Tutorial by Folksy Lino Print Video Tutorial by Kerry Day by Camilla View All Latest Posts Announcements News Seller Tips Buy Less, Buy Better, Buy Handmade by Folksy Join our national campaign to rethink how we shop and support the makers this Christmas. Read more Interviews Meet the Maker Meet the Maker – Susan Betty Art by Folksy Meet Susan Betty, an artist based near Angus in Scotland who creates original paintings inspired by the Scottish landscape and coast. Read more Craft and Wellbeing Exploring Techniques Diamond Painting – What is it? by Folksy What is Diamond Painting? The illustrator behind a diamond art kit explains more about this accessible, mindful craft. Read more Interviews Meet the Maker Meet the Maker: The Accidental Stitcher by Folksy Meet Liz Padgham-Major, known as The Accidental Stitcher – an embroidery artist based in East Sussex who creates hand-stitched jewellery, art and accessories that show a deep love of nature. Read more Events Craft Drop shopping event – 11 & 12 May 2024 by Folksy March 12, 2024 March 12, 2024 The Folksy Craft Drop is a brand new shopping event happening over the weekend of 11-12th May 2024, when Folksy sellers come together to launch their products at the same time, in one spectacular online drop of new original art, craft and design. Read more Interviews Meet the Maker Meet the Maker – Blooms By Beam by Folksy Beam Irwin from Blooms By Beam turns paper into spectacular flowers that never wilt. Her paper wonders are graceful sculptures that will take pride of place in your home no matter the season. Read more Newer Posts Older Posts Find what you need Folksy Finds Exploring Techniques Meet the Maker Interviews Start your own Folksy Shop Why Sell on Folksy? Folksy Seller’s Handbook Beginner’s Guide to Selling Craft Get more with Folksy Plus How to be featured on Folksy What is Folksy Friday? 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