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Craft Business Essentials
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items I've been selling on Etsy since 2020 and what I've been using to earn a crafty income
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Online Tools & Services
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Online Tools & Services
This is my referral link to join Etsy. When you open a new shop with my link, you get 40 free listings!
Hey, creative friends: You should sell on Etsy, the marketplace where people around the world connect to buy and sell unique goods.
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I use Printify as my print provider for print-on-demand products. This is how I am able to ship apparel without holding on to an inventory and worrying about production. Printify takes care of everything. Connect your Etsy shop and whenever a sale co...
Printify: Build your eCommerce business in minutes.
I use this for all of my design work – POD & my digital products. Canva is super easy to use and user-friendly. I was able to pick it up without watching any tutorials.
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
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Order Making
This is my favorite cutting machine. I've used a well known competitor as well and Cricut was the easiest for me to pick up and start operating without any issue. It's so user-friendly and their support staff is amazing and helpful if you ever have a...
Cricut: Machines
I have this cart to hold all of my craft supplies and my cutting machine. It's been holding up well for years and is super easy to assemble.
Honey-Can-Do Rolling Storage Cart with 12 Drawers
I'm an HP girly. For the last 10+ years, I have only used HP printers. I love the print quality and how easy it is to set up and troubleshoot any issues. Their support staff is really helpful as well.
HP Envy Inspire 7255e Wireless Color Inkjet Printer
This is the sticker paper I have been using for years. It's high quality, prints well, and is long-lasting.
Waterproof Sticker Paper, 1000 Sheets, 8.5x11
These are essential for when you are laying printed designs on your cutting mat. I used to use my hands but my skin would pick up the ink and it was awful. This is the cleanest way to lay printed work and not ruin the design.
2Pcs Hard Rubber Brayer Rollers 4 & 2.2 Inch
There are different types of cutting mats for your Cricut based on the type of material you are cutting. I mainly use sticker paper and cardstock. Cardstock requires a mat with a stronger grip, while sticker paper can use a lighter mat.
Cricut Cutting Mat Variety Pack 8ct 12x12
I only use HP branded ink in my HP printer because I know the quality is unmatched and will ensure my products come out well.
HP 64 Tri-Color & 64XL Black Ink Cartridges 2-pk
These are the only other tools I have ever needed for my Cricut machine. If you're working with fabric you may need other tools but for paper products, these work perfectly and you likely won't need anything else.
Cricut Basic Tool Set - 5-Piece Precision Kit
I use this for creating business cards, thank you cards, and other inserts. It makes a super precise cut and has rulers set up so you can line your pages up for a straight cut.
Swingline 12" Guillotine Paper Cutter, 10 Sheet
Shipping
These are key if you are shipping anything made of paper (cards, signs, stickers) because they are very difficult to bend and damage during shipment. You want everything getting to your customers in the best possible condition, so don't skimp on qual...
Plus Mailers Rigid Shipping Envelopes 9.75x12.25
Cello bags are also essential for shipping paper products. If your package lands in a puddle or gets something spilled on it, you want the contents inside to remain dry so the customer gets it in the best possible condition.
AIRSUNNY
This has been lasting me for the last 5 years. When orders are flooding in, you don't have time to print and cut labels from your regular printer. This label printer is so easy to set up and use and gets me moving on to the next order so much faster.
Rollo USB 4x6 Thermal Shipping Label Printer
You need thermal labels for your Rollo printer. I've been using these for years. They stick well and the print quality is great.
Buhbo 4x6 Direct Thermal Labels BPA Free