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Mindfulness in Calligraphy
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...
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Steve Carrigan
Apr 15, 20232 min read
"’Fail to prepare, prepare to fail"
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...
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Cornelia Costeanu
Feb 16, 20237 min read
My Journey to Making Peace with Money
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...
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Steve Carrigan
Nov 14, 20223 min read
Never lose sight of the Fundamentals
by Steve Carrigan - MU Business Advisor During the early stages of starting a small craft business, the skills you need to learn can be...
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Oct 15, 20212 min read
5 top tips to help you Make Peace with Money
by MONEY MINDSET ADVISOR KIM MASTERS In September, I was privileged to run a Make Peace with Money workshop for Makers United. The...
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Oct 15, 20214 min read
Meet the Maker: Heidi from Lotsa Knots
This month, we welcome Heidi from Lotsa Knots into our Makers United community. She shares with us her so far short but very powerful...
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Sep 15, 20213 min read
Meet the Maker: Oliwia from OI Handmade
This month, we're very excited to introduce you to the multi-hyphen, poly-passionate polymer clay crafter Oliwia.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Sep 15, 20211 min read
Who Can Speak
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...
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Cornelia Costeanu
Jun 14, 20213 min read
Meet the Maker: Clara from The Yellow Caramelo
The Yellow Caramelo, a homegrown brand creating eco-friendly and cruelty-free clean-burning candles.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Jun 14, 20217 min read
Creating the Craft Room of Your Dreams
Tips and tricks to create your very own crafting space.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Jun 14, 20212 min read
We're Celebrating Our First Birthday!
Makers United was one year old on 21st May and I have to say that it has been a mix of blessings and challenges.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
May 15, 20213 min read
Meet the Maker: Julia from Loop Kids and More
A rising brand offering durable and sustainable clothing with a fantastic fun twist.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Apr 13, 20214 min read
How Amanda Jones Started The Little Balm Co.
From professional gardener to conscientious creator of skin-loving balms packed with hardworking natural ingredients and green...
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Apr 12, 20213 min read
Inspiring Leaders: Meet Handmade Workshops' Co-Founders
We grabbed a virtual coffee with Ann and Catherine, the two founders and tutors bringing creative classes and craft workshops to South...
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Mar 15, 20214 min read
Meet the Maker: Charlotte from Cloth and Clay
Charlotte, the Maker behind Cloth and Clay, handcrafted textile and ceramic pieces.
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Kim Masters
Mar 15, 20213 min read
The Power of Positive Money Habits
Positive money habits can be life changing because they make life easier; they help us to work smarter, not harder, freeing up time.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Feb 12, 20213 min read
Meet the Maker: Renata from Pink Rabbits Craft
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
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Sadia Barlow
Feb 12, 20212 min read
How Personal Branding Can Help your Small Business
Personal Branding can make a huge impact on small businesses and online presence.
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Clara Whicher-Grant
Jan 12, 20213 min read
What 2020 Meant for the Craft Sector
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...
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Steve Carrigan
Jan 12, 20212 min read
4 Tips to Help Your Handmade Business Thrive
Running your own handmade business can often feel overwhelming. Business Advisor Steve Carrigan gives us four simple actions we can take...
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