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How to attend a conference on a budget
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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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Real talk? There is nothing quite like being in a Real talk? There is nothing quite like being in a room full of people who GET IT. Who understand why you need that fabric. Who won’t judge the unfinished projects. Who will absolutely support your next creative phase. That’s Craftcation. Where our sponsors bring us tools and supplies that have us making a wishlist and presenters unlocking a new fixation for our creative social prescriptions. You don’t want to miss the next one so get on our email list so you’re first to hear about workshops, crew applications, tickets & all the magic we’re cooking up. Comment CCList or head over to the link in bio! Shout out to our art installations, please tag and comments we can shine back the light you brought to the spaces around CC26! #Craftcation #craftcation26 #craftersofinstagram #makersofinstagram #creativeentrepreneur
Real talk? There is nothing quite like being in a Real talk? There is nothing quite like being in a room full of people who GET IT. Who understand why you need that fabric. Who won’t judge the unfinished projects. Who will absolutely support your next creative phase. That’s Craftcation. Where our sponsors bring us tools and supplies that have us making a wishlist and presenters unlocking a new fixation for our creative social prescriptions. You don’t want to miss the next one so get on our email list so you’re first to hear about workshops, crew applications, tickets & all the magic we’re cooking up. Comment CCList or head over to the link in bio! Shout out to our art installations, please tag and comments we can shine back the light you brought to the spaces around CC26! #Craftcation #craftcation26 #craftersofinstagram #makersofinstagram #creativeentrepreneur
PSA from your crafty conscience: You deserve to c PSA from your crafty conscience: You deserve to celebrate unfiltered, unedited moments from special events designed for authentic connections, to cozy get-togethers to lively parties, trust us, you’ll be doubled over with laugher one moment and in a meaningful conversation the next. They’re already talking about next year. Are YOU on the email list yet? No pressure. Just saying the early birds get the good scissors. Sign up at the link in bio — or drop a CCList below it’s free, it’s fun, and we promise not to spam you. Just the good stuff. The Ventura sunshine and craft supply kind of good stuff. @granthousesewingcenter @pfaffsewing @husqvarnaviking @clover @kellofaplan @olisohome #craftcation #craftcation26 #craftersofinstagram #makersofinstagram
PSA from your crafty conscience: You deserve to c PSA from your crafty conscience: You deserve to celebrate unfiltered, unedited moments from special events designed for authentic connections, to cozy get-togethers to lively parties, trust us, you’ll be doubled over with laugher one moment and in a meaningful conversation the next. They’re already talking about next year. Are YOU on the email list yet? No pressure. Just saying the early birds get the good scissors. Sign up at the link in bio — or drop a CCList below it’s free, it’s fun, and we promise not to spam you. Just the good stuff. The Ventura sunshine and craft supply kind of good stuff. @pfaffsewing @husqvarnaviking @granthousesewingcenter @olisohome @cloverusa #Craftcation #craftcation26 #makersofinstagram #craftersofinstagram
If glitter had a support group, it would be Craftc If glitter had a support group, it would be Craftcation. Welcome to that magical place where you show up thinking you’re “just taking a workshop”… and leave with 17 new best friends, a half-finished weaving, three business ideas, and someone texting you “did you get home safe??” This isn’t just a conference. It’s a beautifully weird, wildly supportive, slightly sleep-deprived creative vortex in Ventura—right by the beach, where your inner artist gets a tan and your inner critic gets politely asked to leave. You’ll: 🧵 Make things with your hands (fiber, ink, dye, dreams… all of it) @pfaffsewing @husqvarnaviking @olisohome 💡 Learn how to turn your ideas into actual money (we love a practical queen) 👯‍♀️ Find your people—the ones who get it when you say “I stayed up until 2am because I had to finish this” 🌊 And remember what it feels like to be lit up from the inside out It’s like summer camp… if summer camp helped you build a creative business and finally feel like you belong. And listen—this part matters: The magic doesn’t start when you arrive. It starts the moment you say yes. 💌 Slide into our email list and be the first to know when tickets drop, workshops get announced, and all the behind-the-scenes goodness we don’t share on social. Because the only thing worse than missing Craftcation… is hearing your new creative soulmate say, “Wait, you didn’t come?!” 👉 Get on the list. Your future creative self is already packing. @granthousesewingcenter @eufymake @kellofaplan @jesmonite_ltd @ftc.creative #Craftcation #craftcation26
If glitter had a support group, it would be Craftc If glitter had a support group, it would be Craftcation. Welcome to that magical place where you show up thinking you’re “just taking a workshop”… and leave with 17 new best friends, a half-finished weaving, three business ideas, and someone texting you “did you get home safe??” This isn’t just a conference. It’s a beautifully weird, wildly supportive, slightly sleep-deprived creative vortex in Ventura—right by the beach, where your inner artist gets a tan and your inner critic gets politely asked to leave. You’ll: 🧵 Make things with your hands (fiber, ink, dye, dreams… all of it) @pfaffsewing @husqvarnaviking @olisohome 💡 Learn how to turn your ideas into actual money (we love a practical queen) 👯‍♀️ Find your people—the ones who get it when you say “I stayed up until 2am because I had to finish this” 🌊 And remember what it feels like to be lit up from the inside out It’s like summer camp… if summer camp helped you build a creative business and finally feel like you belong. And listen—this part matters: The magic doesn’t start when you arrive. It starts the moment you say yes. 💌 Slide into our email list and be the first to know when tickets drop, workshops get announced, and all the behind-the-scenes goodness we don’t share on social. Because the only thing worse than missing Craftcation… is hearing your new creative soulmate say, “Wait, you didn’t come?!” 👉 Get on the list. Your future creative self is already packing. @granthousesewingcenter @eufymake @kellofaplan @jesmonite_ltd @ftc.creative #Craftcation #craftcation26
Nobody warns you about this part of a creative lif Nobody warns you about this part of a creative life… It can be isolated, our creative brain can have us creating in our own crafty space but forget or not make time for a creative community. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or longing to discover your inner artist, Craftcation offers expert guidance and encouragement to unleash your creativity. If you’re here say hi, and if you want to be here follow along and join the list by commenting CCLIST. @cloverusa @jacquardproducts @eufymake @kellofaplan @granthousesewingcenter @pfaffsewing @olisohome @youngandwildballoonco
Nobody warns you about this part of a creative lif Nobody warns you about this part of a creative life… It can be isolated, our creative brain can have us creating in our own crafty space but forget or not make time for a creative community. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or longing to discover your inner artist, Craftcation offers expert guidance and encouragement to unleash your creativity. If you’re here say hi, and if you want to be here follow along and join the list by commenting CCLIST. @cloverusa @jacquardproducts @eufymake @kellofaplan @granthousesewingcenter @pfaffsewing @olisohome @youngandwildballoonco #craftcation #craftcation26
As Mariah says “It’s TIMEEEE” Craftcation 2 As Mariah says “It’s TIMEEEE” Craftcation 2026 is here! Registration will open in under 24hrs flights have landed and hotel keys are getting handed out. Will you follow along? Touch those little three dots in the upper right corner of our posts or reels and add us to your favorites so you won’t miss any of the fun. Committing to your creativity is an act of self-love and bravery. You might not feel completely ready—but the most transformative journeys often begin with a leap of faith. We will be here. #craftcation #craftcation2026 #craftersofinstagram
Where else can we gather, craft and build communit Where else can we gather, craft and build community? No really fill me in. We know we are on the verge of a creative vortex that is going to converge in Ventura Beach California at Craftcation 2026. 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. It wouldn’t be possible without amazing sponsors, presenters and attendees, so thank you from the bottom of our needle felted heart! Show these sponsors some support with a follow and if you want to know more about the magic of Craftcation comment TOUR. @eufymake @avery @kellofaplan @granthousesewingcenter

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