Officially Launching and Documenting Your Business
So long as they’re taking on small jobs from friends, family, and personal networking, many people keep their furniture making off the books. Once you get serious about launching your business, you shouldn’t wait to register your business and start documenting your operations. Too many people start out thinking they should keep their early furniture […]
From Site to Shop and Back Again: Online vs. Brick-and-Mortar Business Models
Like many small, art-driven businesses, our practice started in the form of an online shop. Eventually, and after running the numbers through dozens of scenarios, we gained the independence and financial ability to open a physical location. However, this transition does not come easily. In this workshop, we discuss the pros and cons of moving […]
Know Your Customers: An Intro to Marketing
Effective marketing is one of the essential steps in starting pretty much any small business. In this workshop, we detail the ways in which you can effectively identify and engage your intended customer base. In the follow-up session, we will discuss how to expand your market reach once hitting the dreaded local plateau. Start […]
DIY Furniture Repair: Covering Dings and Scratches in Wood Furniture
We get it: wood furniture can be difficult to care for. Though we specialize in wooden furniture, we understand that it can be quite the investment for those who don’t have the time or financial ability to maintain upkeep. This post, however, is meant to show you that mild damage can be reversed with just […]
DIY Furniture Repair: Making the Most of Your Wood Glue
Wood glue is an excellent tool to keep on-hand. The cheap material can aid with a variety of small, DIY projects for fixing up furniture around the house. Unfortunately, not all wood glue is created equal, and some items are too heavy for the glue to do its job. We have a tip for making […]
DIY Furniture Repair: Removing Stains from Wood Furniture
Wooden furniture is beautiful but extremely susceptible to damage. A wet glass on a wooden coffee table can create white rings that seem nearly possible to erase. Luckily, a few cheap, specific materials are all you need to get rid of these stains. All you need is a soft rag, a pair of rubber gloves, […]