CRAFTING BLOG

by Claire - Calligraphy tutor The first time I picked up a calligraphy pen I fell in love. I was looking to find a creative outlet to...

by Steve Carrigan - MU Business Advisor This is a famous quote many of us have probably heard before but because it’s true across so many...

by Kim Masters - MU Money Mindset Advisor It was a lovely sunny day in South Africa and my parents were playing golf, I was ten years...

by Steve Carrigan - MU Business Advisor During the early stages of starting a small craft business, the skills you need to learn can be...

by MONEY MINDSET ADVISOR KIM MASTERS In September, I was privileged to run a Make Peace with Money workshop for Makers United. The...

This month, we welcome Heidi from Lotsa Knots into our Makers United community. She shares with us her so far short but very powerful...

This month, we're very excited to introduce you to the multi-hyphen, poly-passionate polymer clay crafter Oliwia.

A poem by artist and activist Grada Kilomba When they speak, it is scientific; when we speak, it is unscientific; When they speak it’s...

The Yellow Caramelo, a homegrown brand creating eco-friendly and cruelty-free clean-burning candles.

Tips and tricks to create your very own crafting space.

Makers United was one year old on 21st May and I have to say that it has been a mix of blessings and challenges.

A rising brand offering durable and sustainable clothing with a fantastic fun twist.

From professional gardener to conscientious creator of skin-loving balms packed with hardworking natural ingredients and green...

We grabbed a virtual coffee with Ann and Catherine, the two founders and tutors bringing creative classes and craft workshops to South...

Charlotte, the Maker behind Cloth and Clay, handcrafted textile and ceramic pieces.

Positive money habits can be life changing because they make life easier; they help us to work smarter, not harder, freeing up time.

This month, we have the pleasure of getting to know Renata, the talented maker behind Pink Rabbits Craft. We asked her about her craft, her

Personal Branding can make a huge impact on small businesses and online presence.

2020 - a year to remember- what was it like for the craft sector? A report by Cornelia Costeanu, Founder of Makers United Well, it has...

Running your own handmade business can often feel overwhelming. Business Advisor Steve Carrigan gives us four simple actions we can take...