Crafty Riches- enjoying success as an artist

Part one: Why consider a business in the crafts market, and who should do it!

You are probably much like I was, tired of the 9 to 5 rat race, and searching for a way to make money from home. At the very least, by doing something you love to do. You have been considering many different options and ways of doing this. Now, I am going to tell you why entering the crafts market is the best way to do this.

Reason #1: You are trying to change careers for a reason. So… for goodness sakes. Find Something You Like!

I like this saying: "The highest reward we get from work is not what we get for it, but what we become by it"

Wendy Craig- Purcell

Because it seems to sum up a lot in one sentence. If we enjoy what we are doing, we become much happier individuals, and , also much better at what we do. When we become good artists, we command higher fees too. You will always get paid better for better work, and you will enjoy it too! So look at what you like to do, and write it down. Keep it for part 2, finding your product, and we will go on…….

Reason #1: Anytime you use some one else's products, you will be selling the same thing other people have to sell. When you create your own products, you have something unique. Something that no one else is selling. When you find your market, you also have a situation in which your market is your own, and they want YOUR STYLE.

Reason#2: Even if you don’t create your products, but sell them to others that like to do what you like…

" The crafts business is a huge multi billion per year market, but it is also made up of a lot of niche markets."

This is good news to you! You can pick the specific area that you like and want to go into, and you will find many many individuals looking for your type of product. The ones that live and breathe their passion, and are willing to spend their hard earned money for your product!

Now, Who should consider entering this very special market?

Only artists? Heck no!

Most people assume you have to have natural talent to become quote, an artist. The reality is that you need to have an interest. If you truly have an enjoyment of what you do, and want to take the time to learn that area, you can become good enough at it, to sell your stuff! Even those who have natural talent have to practice daily! The most important part is:

1. Do you have a passion for it?

2. Are you willing to take the time to become good at it?

This is not a get rich quick scheme. This is learning and going into something you truly enjoy. This will be a lifestyle changing experience! You need to take the time to learn. Like going to college. This doesn’t mean you can’t sell while learning, but it does mean you have to take TIME to learn and get good, and better!

Then do it!

Cianna is a glass artist and make handmade Glass Beads and Aromatherapy Vessels from her website called http://www.glassaffinity.com