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Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference FAQ
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Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference FAQ

ByNicole Stevenson June 4, 2023

Join us for five life-changing days in the charming seaside town of Ventura, CA for our annual makers and small business conference: Craftcation, our nationally-recognized conference for small business smarts, creative craft workshops and social gatherings.   WE BELIEVE IN……

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Three Tips for a Life-Changing Craftcation Experience
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Three Tips for a Life-Changing Craftcation Experience

ByKatie MacAvoy September 25, 2018September 25, 2018

Editor’s Note: Attendees come from all over the world to attend Craftcation, our Makers and Small Business Conference because they want to either spend time crafting their hearts out, learning how to improve their business, or a little bit of…

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Craftcation is Coming and Our Manifesto
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Craftcation is Coming and Our Manifesto

ByKatie MacAvoy September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Since the very beginning, Dear Handmade Life has always been about empowering and inspiring passionate creatives to craft awesome lives and businesses filled with purpose and intention. We believe in the makers, the dreamers, the doers and wanted to provide…

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Attending Craftcation on a Budget
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Attending Craftcation on a Budget

ByKatie MacAvoy August 24, 2018February 14, 2023

The word budget used to make me cringe! I thought being on a budget meant limiting my ability to have fun. And who wants that? But what I’ve learned as the CEO of my household of four humans, one dog…

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Craftcation: Business + Maker’s Conference 2018 Registration is Open
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Craftcation: Business + Maker’s Conference 2018 Registration is Open

ByNicole Stevenson October 5, 2017October 4, 2017

If you’re a regular here at Dear Handmade Life then likely you already know about our annual: Craftcation Business and Makers Conference where you can join us for four life-changing days of making, meeting and learning at the beach in California and have…

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Craftcation 2018 Ambassador Program
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Craftcation 2018 Ambassador Program

ByNicole Stevenson August 1, 2017August 1, 2017

We’re excited to announce that applications for our Craftcation 2018 Ambassador Program are now open! Scroll to the bottom of the page to apply. Many of our previous Craftcation attendees already do an awesome job sharing about their experiences at…

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Craftcation Alumni Story: The Heart of Craftcation
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Craftcation Alumni Story: The Heart of Craftcation

ByGuest Contributor November 11, 2016November 25, 2016

Editor’s note: This is part of our series of stories from Craftcation Alumni. You can see the rest of the posts and more business tips here. We wanted to share some first-hand accounts of what Craftcation is like from our…

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Craftcation Alumni Story: Why I’ll never miss out on Craftcation
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Craftcation Alumni Story: Why I’ll never miss out on Craftcation

ByGuest Contributor October 28, 2016November 25, 2016

Editor’s note: This is part of our series of stories from Craftcation Alumni. You can see the rest of the posts and more business tips here. We wanted to share some first-hand accounts of what Craftcation is like from our…

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Craftcation Business and Makers Conference Registration is Open
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Craftcation Business and Makers Conference Registration is Open

ByNicole Stevenson October 13, 2016February 24, 2017

If you’re a regular here at Dear Handmade Life then likely you already know about our once a year event: Craftcation Business and Makers Conference. If you’re new here, then welcome! Join us for four life-changing days of making, meeting and…

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Craftcation Ambassador Program
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Craftcation Ambassador Program

ByNicole Stevenson August 10, 2016July 6, 2017

We’re super excited to announce a new addition to Craftcation for 2017, The Craftcation Ambassador Program. We’ve noticed that many of our previous attendees (and presenters) are already doing an awesome job at sharing about their experiences at Craftcation and…

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Do you want to learn to sew but don’t want to to Do you want to learn to sew but don’t want to tote around your machine?

Come to Craftcation where there isn’t one machine but three full rooms of machines to use while you let your creative batteries recharge. Welcome back Emily Benson one of our sewing instructors and one of your two hilarious hosts for IRON CRAFT.

Ready to craft away all day and night? Then get over to our Craftcation Conference website for all the information, hurry though registration for workshops will be in February and our Q&A on our new registration platform is Feb. 7th at 10AM PT (recordings will be sent to registrants). Comment TOUR to get the link to our website and recap of last year.

#craftcation #maker #crafter #creativeentrepreneur
We know this but did you? Craftcation isn’t jus We know this but did you?

Craftcation isn’t just for creative businesses but also for people from hobbyists to entrepreneurs who just want to experience more crafts with other creative folks. 

Welcome one such creative to our presenter line up, Kellie Phelan from Seattle Washington where she has made a space for creative exploration, The Works Seattle.

So grab your glue gun, your courage, and your open heart—Craftcation 2026 is about to start, and we’re making space for you

#craftcation #makersofinstagram #crafterssupportingcrafters
To our presenters: the stage is yours. To our atte To our presenters: the stage is yours. To our attendees: the spotlight is waiting for you. Craftcation isn’t just a conference—it’s a celebration of your creative self.

Let’s celebrate another amazing presenter to Craftcation 2026, Jessica Velazquez and her sure to be a hit Piñata making and 3D Paper Animal Figure workshops.

Won’t you join us in April, for five amazing days to recharge and refresh you creative community? Comment TICKET to get your registration started now.

#craftcation #papercrafts #makers #crafters
Attendees and presenters alike: are getting ready Attendees and presenters alike: are getting ready for, hands-on creativity, powerful panels—and kind of belonging you can’t articulate, only feel.

Join us in welcoming back sewing super woman Victoria, she will have you upcycling thrift finds and sewing garments with just a few (easy) maths. Sewing at Craftcation is an attendee favorite and the fashion show will have you living out your catwalk dreams.

Comment TOUR to check it out or TICKET to grab your seat.

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Welcome to the place where parking lots become dye Welcome to the place where parking lots become dye annexes and your creativity has no bounds, Craftcation 2026!

Let’s all welcome back Rachael who has all the dyes up her sleeve and can’t wait to show you how to unlock their natural beauty. If you have been to Craftcation and spent some time dye’ing, what has been your favorite medium? 

Share this with your social network and let’s all get together April  8th - 12th for five days of colorful and creative community time. Return recharged and ready for action. 

#craftcation #create #makesomething #crafter
Have a dream for a business or are just starting o Have a dream for a business or are just starting out or are you an established business owner looking for inspiration to reignite your spark and education to help you scale up…

Welcome back to one of our business presenters Usha Mishra, if you have been wondering how to get your work licensed she has a business panel for you! 

Craftcation is a magical, life-changing creative conference where you’ll dive into endless artistic possibilities, receive expert guidance, connect genuinely, and embrace your journey with confidence, all while celebrating the beauty of unfiltered, joyful moments. Comment TOUR to check us out.

#craftcation #makerssupportingmakers #crafts #creativeentrepreneur
Are you ready to move from online to IRL? Craftca Are you ready to move from online to IRL?

Craftcation Conference is the place to do it. With presenters like Brigitta you can learn all sorts of new way so to break through your inner blocks. Welcome back Brigitta and rejuvenate with your new crafty crew!

Ready to join us, Comment TICKET to go right to registration or TOUR to see what it’s all about.

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🛍️ Craftcation Pop-Up Shop applications are O 🛍️ Craftcation Pop-Up Shop applications are OPEN
(and closing February 15)

Our Pop-Up Shop is a great way to get your work in front of hundreds of creative, art-loving humans.

Here’s the part people love:
 ✨ You do not have to attend Craftcation to apply
 ✨ It’s fully staffed + merchandised by our team
 ✨ You send your products, we sell them
 ✨ You receive 60% of sales, plus any unsold inventory back after the event

Low effort. High visibility. A very engaged audience.

If you’ve been looking for a way to get your work into a packed, well-curated shop without standing behind a table all weekend — this is it.

Get the app and details in our bio February 15.
Questions? Drop them below.

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Do you know what about half of US adults do? Craf Do you know what about half of US adults do?

Craft of some kind, for many reasons but one near and dear to this presenter is to feel better. Meet Richelle Shadoan who can be heard saying “make something, you’ll feel better”. Check out her workshops at this year’s Craftcation Conference. 

It’s Five Days by the beach in Ventura, CA full of 200 plus creative workshops, panels, wellness and all the crafty goodness your heart can hold and then some. Comment TOUR to check out last year or TICKET to register before tickets are gone.

#craftcation #creative #entrepeneur #crafts #makersofinstagram
✨ Wanderings applications are OPEN ✨ (and clo ✨ Wanderings applications are OPEN ✨
 (and closing February 15)
What makes Craftcation different?

Wanderings is our after-hours creative experience where attendees transform hotel rooms into immersive art, performances, hangouts, and experiences. Past rooms have included everything from a circus to a Pride celebration to the iconic Olive Garden–inspired “Hospitaliano Suite.”

If you’ve ever had an idea and thought, “I wish there was a place I could actually do this” — this is that place.

Attendees -> Apply through the Attendee Hub before February 15.
Questions? Drop them below.

#Craftcation #immersiveart #wanderings #crafts #makers

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