General Description:  

Throughout history women have made extra money by selling handmade items.  But in today’s world, more than just “pin money” can be made selling homemade goods through a variety of outlets including the Internet, crafts fairs, direct-mail, e-bay and small local boutiques. 

Thanks to the Internet, it is now easier than ever to find quality wholesalers from whom you can buy discounted supplies and raw goods.

Below are some helpful resources to get you started as a craftpreneur: 

Resources for Further Exploration:

Associations/Sites

Craft and Hobby Association

National Association of Artists and Crafters

National Quilting Association

The Soap Center -find out about handmade soapmaking as well as other bath and body products like melt & pour soap, bath salts, lotions and more)

Books:

Barbara Brabec is the authority on how to turn your creativity into cash.  In addition to her three books listed below, you can profit from her advice by going to: www.barbarabrabec.com