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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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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 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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How to network at a creative conference
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How to network at a creative conference

ByNicole Stevenson February 9, 2016January 14, 2017

Welcome to the fifth post in our series as we prepare for Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference on making the most out of attending a creative conference. If you missed the first three posts you can check them out here: 1….

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How to attend a conference on a budget
Business Tips

How to attend a conference on a budget

ByNicole Stevenson January 26, 2016December 1, 2021

In preparation for Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference we’re doing a series of posts on attending conferences. Maybe you’ve read our posts on 7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity and How to choose the…

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Craftcation dance party theme giveaway
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Craftcation dance party theme giveaway

ByNicole Stevenson January 19, 2016January 21, 2016

Last we shared a post on 7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity. Maybe you’ve already decided that you’re ready to attend a conference (ahem… Craftcation!) so you can: Build your community Get exposure to…

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7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity
Business Tips

7 reasons why attending a conference will revolutionize your business and creativity

ByNicole Stevenson January 14, 2016January 14, 2017

When Delilah I took the leap and started planning the first ever Craftcation Conference nearly six years ago (that’s right! 2017 will be our 6th anniversary!) I had not only never planned an event of that size, but had never even…

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Adventures

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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Why Attend a Creative Conference? An interview with Lauren Venell
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Why Attend a Creative Conference? An interview with Lauren Venell

ByNicole Stevenson February 17, 2015February 16, 2015

Welcome to our interview series about attending creative conferences! Since our Craftcation Conference is just around the corner (March 26-29, 2015) we’re sharing tips and advice from Craftcation attendees for making the most of your experience at Craftcation or other…

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Why Attend a Creative Conference? An interview with Kelly Affleck
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Why Attend a Creative Conference? An interview with Kelly Affleck

ByNicole Stevenson January 27, 2015January 25, 2015

Welcome to our interview series about attending creative conferences! Since our Craftcation Conference is just around the corner (March 26-29, 2015) we’re sharing tips and advice from Craftcation attendees for making the most of your experience at Craftcation or other…

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Craftcation wouldn’t be the same without the inc Craftcation wouldn’t be the same without the incredible brands that support our creative community! From must-have maker tools to next level business resources, our sponsors bring the magic behind the scenes. 

Get ready to discover new favorites, connect with brands who get creatives, and maybe even score some fun freebies. 
@hotdangpress has fun flash sheet iron ons, @commonthreadclaremont is teaching and supporting the sewing community, @beaconadhesives has a glue for any and every creative project, @cloverusa is where your favorite fiber artists get their favorite tools, @ryobitoolsusa has top notch tools to notch and glue till the the early morning, @olisohome Irons is always there to keep us pressed in the best way possible and @avery has all the organizational and learning supplies for those late night masterminds.

Who’s ready for five days of creative adventure and crafty entrepreneurial  recharge, at the beach?!
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!

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