· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Small Business Life; Online Shop Platforms Compared
As we keep our one sales channel going during this unexpected time in retail I’m reminded of the days starting out in online sales and how daunting it was. Beginning in 2010 with an entirely online business meant that I was, #1 learning as technology was being developed (Etsy and Instagram were brand new and online shopping was in the baby phase), and 2 I had to figure out how to get people to both discover elSage and decide to purchase something (without ever meeting them in person). This weird turn of events with Covid-19 has me digging back into...
· By Jadyn Holmgren
Family Art Show
Family Art Show After being stuck in the house for days, are you running out of ideas to keep the family busy? We are here with a fun activity that will soon have the whole house getting creative! Getting Started You get to be resourceful with what you have since there is no running out for supplies. Luckily, most people will have some form of art supplies tucked away in a cupboard or a drawer. Cereal boxes, wrapping paper, and paper sacks all work well as a canvas. Wood and fabric can be used as well. Step 1: Start by setting an Art...
· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Resources for Small Businesses & Artists During COVID-19
· By elSage HQ
Summer elSage Studio Sale
Mark your calendar for another great elSage Studio Sale. Help us clear out the studio and grab great deals. Our much sought after $5 and $10 bins will be stocked, plus we'll have heaps of other one of a kind and last chance items at great prices.Friday August 25 & 26 10am-5pm RSVP here
· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Valley Made Market
Join us Sunday, June 11TH from 11am-5pm for our first Local Maker Market Event! To celebrate one year of elSage HQ a dozen of our friends are coming by to sell their wares, listen to live music, and teach you new skills.Music by the Nematones and The Sky Colony. DIY block print station, build a bouquet bar and DIY flower crown with Pozie by Natalie.elSage $5 and $10 bins will be out (show up early for first dibs), plus heaps of clearance goods and brand new styles as well. A free event. See more on Facebook.
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