Find and connect with other makers just like you. Read profiles of Canadian crafters and artisans, find inspiration to get your creative juices flowing and learn from makers who’ve been there before, plus discuss key topics with other members in the comments.
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.
Workshop member and textile artist Vanessa Lamarche tells us about her summer projects, her first sale and her latest favourite podcast.
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.
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.
Workshop member and jewellery maker Rosie Schinners shares her killer first business idea, her dream studio locale and her nostalgic binge-watch.
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.
From mugs and bowls to teapots and beyond, Canadian ceramicists are creating beautiful functional art that sells. Here are six makers we're inspired by.
Workshop member Kristy Woudstra shares her latest innovations, her favourite new purchases and the podcast she's currently obsessed with.
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.
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.
In this month's discussion topic, we're talking beginnings — including the story of how Workshop came to be. Drop by and share your story: how did your business start, and what advice would you give yourself if you were doing it all over again?
Creating a DIY kit is one way to expand your craft business beyond what you can make on your own—and to grow your audience, too. These 6 Canadian makers have designed cross-stitch kits that do just that.
From coast to coast, here is our ever-growing directory of all the makers, crafters and artisans that we know of across Canada.
One perk of being a Workshop member? You get to ask our experts your most burning business questions. The answers may get published in an upcoming Q&A column.
