Where to Get Branded Packaging in Canada for Your Handmade Business
Think bags, boxes and mailers emblazoned with logos are just for big companies? These suppliers offer plenty of options for small businesses.
Corinna vanGerwen
Workshop co-founder Corinna (she/her) is a small-business owner, editor and writer. She launched her first business selling jewellery at age 11 and her latest craft obsessions is embroidery.
Inspiration: 7 Toy Makers We Love
The toy market can be tough. For every product you sell, you have to make two customers happy: the adult who buys it, and the kid who’s going to play with it. Here are seven makers who’ve managed to create delightful toys that bring a smile to everybody’s face.
Retailer Insight: Black & Smith
In this ongoing series, Workshop is asking retailers across the country what they wish makers knew about selling to stores. Get the inside scoop on the dos and don'ts of wholesale from Emma Smith of Black & Smith in Jerseyville, Ont.
Home on the Farm: How One Potter's Return to Her Roots Allowed Her Business to Blossom
For Melissa Schooley of The Raging Bowl Pottery, her family's support and idyllic apple orchard gave her a chance to build a thriving studio and boutique.
Retailer Insight: The Trainyard
In this ongoing series, Workshop is asking retailers across the country what they wish makers knew about selling to stores. Get the inside scoop on the dos and don'ts of wholesale from Kimberley Dares and Rachel Brisson of The Trainyard in Dartmouth, N.S.
Members
Discuss: What's Your Biggest Packaging Challenge?
In this month's discussion topic, we want to hear your stories and questions about packaging your products. Drop by and share what obstacles you’ve faced and how you’ve handled them.
Inspiration: 6 Jewellery Makers We Love
The challenge with accessories isn’t so much the market — no jewellery fan ever said they had too many earrings — but defining your own unique style. Here are six makers who’ve achieved that goal.
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Welcome to Workshop! We’re so Glad You’re Here
In our first-ever newsletter we chat about beginnings, share tips on diversifying your revenue streams and profile natural dye kits by The Love of Colour.
Create an Unforgettable Unboxing Experience: 5 Tricks for Your Handmade Business
How you package your goods for shipping can have an immense effect on how your customers view your brand — and whether they’ll buy from you again. Here’s how to get the e-commerce unboxing experience right.
A Beginner’s Guide to Charging Sales Tax in Canada: Everything Makers Need to Know about PST, GST and HST
When do you start adding tax to your handmade products? How do you get a GST/HST number? What do you do with the money once you’ve collected it? We’ve got the answers for you.
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