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8 Mindset Shifts to Transform Your Business in 2021.

8 Simple Steps to Being a More Ethical Consumer

Did you know Australians produce about 50 million tonnes of waste every year? That’s an average of over 2,000 kilograms per person! Contributing to this waste is non-biodegradable plastic food packaging, once containing the controversial ingredient palm oil; a driving force behind Orangutan habitat destruction. And if you need some retail therapy to take your mind off […]

12 Handmade Greeting Cards Guaranteed to Get Framed

Nothing says “I actually care” quite like handmade greeting cards. On the contrary, there’s nothing more obvious than a last minute birthday card picked up from a petrol station on your way to the party. Besides supporting creative small business and investing in ethical production, buying handmade gift cards means you’re also giving that lucky someone a unique […]

A Night On The Town: Handmade Head to Toe

Getting glammed up for a night on the town isn’t all swanky labels and fast-fashion. With the handmade clothing movement sweeping Australia from Steep Point to Byron Bay, the options for stepping out in one-of-a-kind threads are getting more exciting by the slipstitch. Next time you’re planning a night out with friends, ditch the high-churn commercial retailers for more sustainable […]

8 Totally Doable DIY Marketing Ideas Handmade Businesses Can Start Today

Marketing handmade businesses with an undernourished piggy bank and a full schedule can be a challenge, but it’s one we’ve learned to embrace here at The Make It Collective. If you’re feeling stagnant in your handmade business or not regularly connecting with a community of buyers, try these easy and affordable marketing ideas to grow your database, expand your network […]

The Human Chameleon’s Guide to Spring Racing Style

GUEST POST BY THE HUMAN CHAMELEON Despite the name, Spring Racing Carnival isn’t just about racing. For some, it’s not about racing at all, it’s all about serious spring racing style. The races are a perfect excuse for putting together the perfect outfit… in advance. This means you should take your time to think about what […]