Being creative means different things to different people. To some, it’s having the luxury of personal expression at work; to others, a decadent escape from a frenzied 9 to 5 existence. And for those who dare to dream — like Toh Shia Lynn — it is a way of life. Since its inception in 2008, The Artsy Craftsy has evolved from being her personal blog …
Last month, I thought it would be fun to exercise my creative muscles and join other craft enthusiasts in their monthly gathering. I have always loved making unique, handmade birthday cards for friends and family, using mixed media like Starbucks cup sleeves and cookie boxes. The monthly Crafters Gathering initiative was pioneered by Miyyah back in 2010. As time went by, participants took turns to …
It may seem contradictory to work harder over the holiday season but special occasions offer business opportunities that are too good to ignore. After all, there must be a reason why big brands create limited edition pieces to coincide with major events on the calendar. But how can a small business get noticed and compete in a marketplace that is dominated by exclusive celebrity tie-ups …
