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Craftcation Business and Makers Conference 2018 Recap
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Craftcation Business and Makers Conference 2018 Recap

ByDelilah Snell + Nicole Stevenson April 24, 2018March 8, 2023

From Nicole: Before I got married, a friend gave me one of the best pieces of advice for my wedding day. She told me to sneak away for ten minutes with my husband right after the ceremony. The thing she…

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Craftcation Business and Makers Conference 2017 recap
Adventures

Craftcation Business and Makers Conference 2017 recap

ByDelilah Snell + Nicole Stevenson May 16, 2017May 18, 2017

A NOTE FROM DELILAH: Dear Craftcation 17 Attendees- Even though Nicole and I don’t get to “attend” Craftcation we have our own little one in a way. We get to meet some amazing people, make new friends and in our…

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Craftcation Conference 2015

ByDelilah Snell + Nicole Stevenson May 5, 2015August 1, 2015

We’re so excited to share our thoughts and the photographs from our Craftcation Conference 2015 with all of you. A note from Delilah about Craftcation 2015: It may be hard to believe, but Nicole and I start working on the…

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craftcation conference 2014

ByDelilah Snell + Nicole Stevenson April 20, 2014July 21, 2014

It’s been about 10 days since Craftcation 2014 and I am still waking up several times during the night. A week before the conference, that was explainable; there was a list a mile long of things to do, people to…

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A lot of us are familiar with “put a bird on it” but how about we put a bow on US! Bows are really having a moment right now from hair accessories, prints to jewelry and in this presenter’s workshops you too can put a bow on it. Welcome back Beth of Freshie & Zero a jewelry maker and retailer from Nashville. Her work has been seen not only in her brick and mortar but in global retailers like Anthropologie. If you are already making your packing list for Craftcation 2026 be sure to share this with anyone you think would love to join you. Check out past events by commenting TOUR.
Have you ever heard of Salugenology? I hadn’t ei Have you ever heard of Salugenology? I hadn’t either until I began the always introspective drive home from Craftcation last year. The TLDR is it’s the study of why humans REQUIRE hobbies and don’t forget movement. We get to check off two of those boxes (and more) with today’s presenter. Welcome back Vanina the energetic power house that had attendees grooving in Zumba and making their voices heard with fiber arts. We can’t wait to dance with you again and see what wonders our attendees make with fiber and threads. P.S. If you want to know more about Salugenology there is a podcast about it on Ologies. It’s you social prescription for this week. P.P.S. If you are ready to join us comment TICKET to get registered or TOUR if you need more information.
Most of us have thoughts on math. Some love it som Most of us have thoughts on math. Some love it some hate it, but one thing is for sure... All those elementary and middle grade teachers who told you not to use your calculator because you won’t always have one on you were wrong. So instead of counting on our fingers or figuring out the nine times whatever number, let’s use our hands to learn a new hobby, play in the creative world of scrapbooking or plannering and get comfortable in our individual crafty weirdness. There is something for every type of crafter at Craftcation along with wellness and community activities that will keep you going throughout the weekend. Join us comment TOUR to check it out.
Most of us have thoughts on math. Some love it som Most of us have thoughts on math. Some love it some hate it, but one thing is for sure... All those elementary and middle grade teachers who told you not to use your calculator because you won’t always have one on you were wrong. So instead of counting on our fingers or figuring out the nine times whatever number, let’s use our hands to learn a new hobby, play in the creative world of scrapbooking or plannering and get comfortable in our individual crafty weirdness. There is something for every type of crafter at Craftcation along with wellness and community activities that will keep you going throughout the weekend. Join us comment TOUR to check it out.
POV: You’re a handmade business owner looking to POV: You’re a handmade business owner looking to sell your one-of-a-kind, crafty goods… and you just found our page. *Craftcation Pop-up Shop Applications close in a few days! I would say SHHH don’t tell but really tell everyone! Craftcation Pop-up shop applications have been extended. If you have been wanting to get your products seen by folks who want to buy handmade, and are usually too busy to shop in person because they are behind the cash register or worktable themselves. You don’t have to be an attendee to sell your work at the pop-up, but you do have to get your application in now! Comment POPUP to get the application.
POV: You’re a handmade business owner looking to POV: You’re a handmade business owner looking to sell your one-of-a-kind, crafty goods… and you just found our page. *Craftcation Pop-up Shop Applications close in a few days! I would say SHHH don’t tell but really tell everyone! Craftcation Pop-up shop applications have been extended. If you have been wanting to get your products seen by folks who want to buy handmade, and are usually too busy to shop in person because they are behind the cash register or worktable themselves. You don’t have to be an attendee to sell your work at the pop-up, but you do have to get your application in now! Comment POPUP to get the application.
If you are a small creative business looking to ex If you are a small creative business looking to expand your sales to other shops this presenter is going to be someone you will want to follow. Meet Susan of @hazelmade she is bringing her knowledge to Craftcation 26 and will help you unlock the science of better sales at pop up locations, how to get into (and maintain) wholesale relationships and how to level up your wholesale offerings. Welcome to Craftcation, your five day creative retreat at the beach in Ventura, CA! Ready to register comment TICKET to get started. #craftcation #makersretreat #artretreat
Did you know Craftcation has been in the same loca Did you know Craftcation has been in the same location for 13 years, this is one of the reasons. The community, Ventura has a small town feel and a wealth of small businesses that we love to support. As we get ready for our 2026, 13th annual creative retreat, business bootcamp, celebration of community all rolled into one, here are some of the businesses in our community. We hope you will add them to your’s. @craftindustryalliance The place for creative business owners to learn about the latest industry news, get community support and build their business. @theplayfulspace a creative studio fostering the power of play and creative expression as tools for healing. @commonthreadclaremont explore the creativity of sewing in this studio for everyone, kids to adults. @theworks.seattle a hands on studio for adults to unwind, connect and explore their creativity.
Closing Feb. 15th! So get your application or appl Closing Feb. 15th! So get your application or applications in for: 🛍️🤑Pop-up shop: the place attendees can shop all the creative one of a kind things directly from the makers. 🗡️🧶Iron Craft: one of the many Special Events in the evening to be entertained and in community. 🎨🎭Wanderings: an immersive creative experience that defys definition. 🖼️🖌️Art Showcase: bring your installation art ideas to life in and around the convention floor. P.S. there was an email Feb. 3rd with all the links. See you soon!
Closing Feb. 15th! So get your application or appl Closing Feb. 15th! So get your application or applications in for: 🛍️🤑Pop-up shop: the place attendees can shop all the creative one of a kind things directly from the makers. 🗡️🧶Iron Craft: one of the many Special Events in the evening to be entertained and in community. 🎨🎭Wanderings: an immersive creative experience that defys definition. 🖼️🖌️Art Showcase: bring your installation art ideas to life in and around the convention floor. P.S. there was an email Feb. 3rd with all the links. See you soon!

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