Folksy Hour Topics in 2016

In this post you’ll find a list of all the topics discussed each week during 2016 in #folksyhour. (The topics are listed in reverse order!) You’ll also find loads of links to blog posts with seller tips so you can read more around the topics discussed and read more advice. If you want to know more about Folksy Hour, what it is and how you can join in, head to this page, where you’ll also find a list of upcoming topics > #folksyhour topics

Emma Sharp illustrated postcard in main image by Trudi Murray

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#folksyhour topics and related blog posts 2016

How has 2016 been? What lessons can you learn for next year?
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Facebook Live – what is it and how do you use it?
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Related blog post: How to reach more people on Facebook

What’s on your Christmas list? The best books and gifts for makers.
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Related blog post:The best books for makers

Have you got Christmas all wrapped up? What else can you do to get more sales in these busy weeks?
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Craft workshops. Are you thinking about running your own workshop? What do you need to know, how do you price it and how do you get people to sign up?
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Clickable tags are here! What are they, how do they work and how do you choose the right ones for your products?
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Related blog post: New Clickable Tags and how to use them

Great ideas for craft fair displays – the best ways to display jewellery and other items on your craft fair stall
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Related blog post: Craft Fair inspiration – Big ideas for small tables

Planning your blog posts – how to come up with ideas and keep motivated
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Ideas for Christmas promotions. What offers have you run in the past? What’s worked well for you?
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How to schedule your social media posts to save time
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How to improve your reach on Facebook
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Related blog post: How to improve your reach on Facebook – 7 ways to get your posts seen

Title and keyword SOS – how would you look for an item, what would you search for on Google? Submit your products and help other sellers with theirs
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Related blog post: SEO Dos and Don’ts for craft seller

Christmas checklist: How to get your shop Christmas-ready
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Related blog post: Christmas Checklist: get your shop ready for Christmas

What do you think of Instagram Stories? Have you used it, how do you used it and do you think it’s affected the reach of traditional post on your Instagram grid?
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Related blog post: What are Instagram Stories and how do I use them

What skills do you need to run an online craft shop? Where are your weaknesses and what are your strengths? What do you need help with?
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What makes a good craft fair survival kit?
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Related blog post: How to sell more at markets and craft fairs
Related blog post: The essential craft fair checklist

Ideas for good Pinterest boards – how to create an interesting board that other people will love too
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Related blog post: How to choose the right social media channel for you

How to take a good product shot using just your mobile phone
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Ideas for #folksyfriday – what is it, how it can help promote your work and how you can join in?
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Related blog post: What is Folksy Friday and how can I join in
Related blog post: Folksy Friday – Garden Birds by I Am Acrylic

How to use video to promote your craft and your business
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How to use Twitter – revisited with extra tips
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Related blog post: 10 Super Useful Twitter Tips

What makes a good Meet the Maker page – what should you include in your profile?
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What makes a good business card
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Related Pinterest Board: Business Card Inspiration

How to boost Father’s Day sales
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How to use Google Analytics and how it can help your craft business
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What makes a good lifestyle product shot
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Related blog post: How to take great styled product shots

How to balance marketing with making
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Great reads! What should you be reading if you’re a maker? What are the best novels, craft books and business books for designers and makers?
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How to make sense of Twitter – and how it can help your creative business
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Female craft heroes – an International Women’s Day special
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How to take good pictures for Instagram
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How to sell handmade craft internationally
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Related blog post: How to get your shop ready for international orders

GUEST EXPERTS – Ask the accountant
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Related blog post: Everything you need to know about tax if you sell craft online

How to find good content to share
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Related blog post: How to find great content to share on social media >

How to find new customers
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Related blog post: How to get your products in front of the right customers

How to keep your shop fresh
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Related blog post: How to keep your online shop fresh – without making new products

How to get your shop ready for Valentine’s Day
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Related blog post: How to boost your Valentine’s Day sales

How do you get your all important first sale?
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Related blog post: Selling online – a simple checklist

Goals and Resolutions for 2016
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Related blog post: Review your business

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