Tech Report: Our Phase 2 Beta Marketplace Launch
In this post, the Tech Team is announcing the features and progress made in the launch of the 2nd phase of our beta handmade marketplace.
The Value of Handmade: Why We Buy
We’ll say it: Handmade items are Art. And whether they’re functional items (“applied arts”) or decorative (“fine art”), art touches us more profoundly and deeply than most other things. In this post, we’ll explore why that is in interviews with artisans and supporters.
The Cost of Handmade: How Artisans Price Their Work
Pricing is one of the hardest decisions artisans have to make. In this post we’ll explain why artisans charge what they do for their handmade products.
How We Set Our Sales Commissions
In this post, we’ll talk about how we came up with our sales commissions, and what they are.
Sales commissions are the Coop’s primary source of income. When setting fees, it was important for Artisans Cooperative to weigh the marketing and financial risks of high and low fees, for both the longevity of the cooperative but also fairness and transparency for the artisan.
How to Add a Co-op “Donation Jar” (or Tips!) On Your Shopify Website
Artisans Cooperative set up a “donation jar” for donations to the co-op, and artisans with their own Shopify store can do the same – for the co-op, for another favored cause, or for their own tips!
Protected: Member Poll: Raise Sales Commission for Non-Members?
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Artisans Profile Pride Month Feature: NuanenOrúm
Tyler Drakonia has experience in a variety of mediums, such as acrylics and sewing, but is currently working as an apprentice goldsmith. In their shop, NuanenOrúm, you can find the jewelry that they make at the academy and in their spare time.
Protected: Just Us Chickens: Our First Members Only Open House
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5 Handmade Gifts for Virgo Season
Find 6 handmade gifts for Virgo season with this guide of incredible handmade products from our Artisan-Members.
Protected: How to Join the Artisans Cooperative Fundraiser
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