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, […]
Our Favorite Furniture Trends of 2018
Just several months into 2018, fashion, style, and design magazines have already begun publishing favorite furniture trends for the year. Though it may seem silly—we are, after all, less than a dozen weeks into the year—these projections are very important for the industry. Though wooden furniture is timeless, we like to monitor specific trends to […]