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From Etsy to Amazon Handmade to Shopify, we share real strategies in marketing, mindset, and systems to help you grow your handmade business — without the burnout.

How to Know How Many Views You Are Getting on Amazon Handmade Apr 09, 2026

Amazon does not make it obvious where to find your traffic data, and the data it provides is less detailed than Etsy sellers are used to. Here is ex...

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Tips and Tricks for Getting Better Product Photos with a White Background for Amazon Apr 09, 2026

Amazon requires a clean, white main listing image. Here is how to get there without a professional photography setup — and which tools actually work...

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5 Key Lessons Learned While Growing a Million Dollar Handmade Business Apr 09, 2026

I hit seven figures in my handmade business in 2018. Here are five things I know now that I wish I had known earlier.

I want to say something upfro...

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Can You List the Same Item on Amazon FBA and FBM? Apr 09, 2026

This is one of the most common questions I get from handmade sellers who sell personalized or custom items and aren't sure how FBA can work for them...

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Identity Verification Periodically to Maintain your Handmade at Amazon Account Apr 09, 2026

If Amazon has asked you to verify your identity as a seller, here's a clear walkthrough of what the process involves, what information you'll need, ...

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How to Make More Money When You've Hit a Slow Season in Your Handmade Business Apr 09, 2026

Every handmade business has slow periods. Here is how to use them strategically rather than just waiting for things to pick up.

Most handmade busin...

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Business Growth Series: How to Improve Your Entrepreneur Mindset Apr 09, 2026

Mindset is not a soft topic. The way you think about your business directly affects the decisions you make and the results you get. Here is what nee...

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Is Handmade at Amazon the right next step for your business? Apr 09, 2026

If you are an Etsy seller wondering whether Amazon Handmade is worth your time and effort, here is a straightforward guide to help you think it thro...

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2025: Ultimate Guide for Amazon Handmade Sellers Apr 09, 2026

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the biggest sales events of the year for most Amazon Handmade sellers. Here is how to prepare your shop, your inve...

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