Wednesday, December 30, 2015

5 reasons why you need AWESOME product photos!

5 Reasons Why You Need AWESOME Product Photos For Your Handmade Business

Reason #1:

Customers judge the quality of your products by the quality of your product photos. If the lighting is dim, the background is distracting, or the photos are blurry, the buyer will probably think twice before making a purchase.

Reason #2:

Customers make split-second decisions about buying your products, based on your product photos. You have just a few seconds to impress buyers before they click away from your site.

Reason #3:

Customers cannot see or touch your products in person, so your product photos must “tell the story” from afar. Be sure to display photos that are large enough for the customer to zoom in and see small details, too.

Reason #4:

Thousands of product photos vie for attention on online shopping venues such as Etsy. Your photos must stand out from the crowd! 

Reason #5:

Customers who can visualize themselves using your product are more likely to buy it. How will your product make them feel? How will it improve their life? Your product photos need to tell them!

Makers Move - Manitoba can help you with your PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY!


At Makers Move - Manitoba, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to meet and share the stories of our province's talented makers, growers and artisans. These talented members of our community share with us not only how they got started and the many successes they have had along the way, but also the major challenges they face in their businesses.

In a recent survey we created that was completed by over 100 Manitoba Makers, we learned that one of the greatest challenges that most sellers face in growing their handmade businesses is finding the time to do all of the behind the scenes work that it takes in order to market themselves and their business when all they really want to do is CREATE!

Makers Move - Manitoba has decided to start offering PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY to help out our sellers with one aspect that is SO VITAL to selling online, that takes up a lot of time!

Product photography sessions will be offered the 2nd Sunday of every month and to make it simple and easy to find the dates and to register, we have added our product photography calendar to the home page of our website.  If you click on it, you will be able to read about the details and purchase tickets which will ensure your products have a spot.

Participants who have purchased tickets and would like to have their products photographed must print off our photography contract and have it signed and dropped off at the same time that their products are dropped off or we will not take the photos.

Products need to be dropped off to 11 Shauna way on or before the Saturday before the photoshoot.  Items will not be accepted the day of the photoshoot.

If you have a specific prop that you would like in your photos, please drop it off at the time that you drop off your photoshoot.

Products may be picked up the Monday after the photoshoot, or at some point during the week following.

We also offer headshots and lifestyle photo's of makers engaged in their work to be used in the makers marketing, website, blogs, etc starting at $20 each. If this is something you are interested in, please send us an e-mail at makersmovemanitoba@gmail.com to book.

We can come to you or you can come to us!









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Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Mailing list for MANITOBA SELLERS


We send specific information that applies ONLY TO SELLERS via e-mail. Please subscribe below so that you don't miss out.  Don't worry - no spam!

We also have a SELLERS ONLY facebook group that you can request to join here.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2015

How do I get my product featured?

In an effort to streamline our process for FEATURE APPLICATIONS, we have created an online form for makers who would like to have their products featured by Makers Move - Manitoba.  You can find it on our website on the tap labeled FEATURE ME.

As always, FLASH FEATURES are free, so make sure to tag your favorite product photo's on your Instagram account with the hashtag #makersmovemanitoba for your chance to be surprised when you see that your own product has been featured on the Makers Move - Manitoba Instagram page to be viewed by over 4500 viewers!

If you have an item that you would like to have promoted at a certain time of year
(Valentines day, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, etc.), make sure to apply EARLY!


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Sunday, December 13, 2015

Christmas Auction Bidding Ends December 14th 9PM



LAST CHANCE
Bidding Ends Monday December 14th at 9:00PM
Fundraiser for Syrian refugees entering Manitoba - ONLINE auction of locally produced goods! 
Makers Move Manitoba is teaming up with our Makers and are auctioning off locally made items; this is a great place do do your holiday shopping! 100% of the profits go to the Syrian Assembly of Manitoba (SAM).


100% natural soy bean Cranberry Spice candle with no chemical additives, lead, or petroleum.Bidding Starts at $5
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Hand-dyed infinity scarfBidding starts at $10
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Two porcelain tumblersBidding Starts at $15
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Mama and Me teething necklace and soother clip.
Donated by elephant shoe teething co.
Bidding Starts at $15
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Spa Package
A personalized spa set that includes nail polish colour (you can choose from over 10 different ones), cuticle Oil, Bath Salts (Yang Yang and Vanilla or Sweet Orange) and a 4oz bottle of handmade Hemp lotion
Bidding Starts $10
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Pure Anada- Natural CosmeticsBidding starts at $10
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The Birch Shop Christmas Ornaments
Bidding starts at $5 for all
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Adult teething necklace by Tiny InspirationsBidding Starts at $15
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Sailor Moon infinity scarf made out of vintage, lightweight fabric from 1997Bidding Starts at $10
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Puppy Treats
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Little Mouse on the Prairie
Bidding Starts $2.50
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Soga Artisan Soaperie
$30 gift certificate redeemable online or in the Winnipeg store
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Hand Dyed Headband Bidding Starts at $5
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Custom Crochet Blanket
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Custom Family Art
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Friday, December 11, 2015

Makers Move's FAVORITE HOLIDAY GIFTS!


SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

We held a contest, asking that our fabulous MANITOBA MAKERS submit what they thought would make a wonderful gift for the holidays, and the response we got was overwhelming; we were originally going to make this a TOP 10 list but we just loved everything so much that we decided to create a TOP 15 list of our favorite locally handmade holiday gifts!


Follow us on FACEBOOK because we will be giving away one of each of these items from today up until Boxing day!

 Scented Mug Mats
Kirb Creations
These decorative mug mats are filled with real spieces. Place a warm tea or coffee mug on the mat to enhance the wonderful aroma. They protect table tops and are perfect for the home or office, and make a unique and unique gift item.Retails for $3
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 11


#14 Diffuser Bracelet 
by Delicately Hatched
These soft wrap diffuser bracelets will let you carry your go-to aromatherapy needs with you in style. Just put a few drops of your favorite essential oils onto the naturally porous lava beads to experience the benefits for hours! Developed by two Yogi Instructors. Vegan Approved! Available in navy, grey and black.
Email: delicatelyhatched@gmail.com
Retails $15
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 12

#13 Mermaid Plush Doll
by Sweet Stitch Shop
This gorgeous mermaid is hand painted, every detail is done by hand on this gorgeous face making her truly one of a kind. She features many extra details such as hair accessories and loose curls that go all the way around her head. She is truly unique for every age of mermaid lover in your life.
Retails $70
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 13



#12 Star Wars Soaps
by Mellow Crafts
These soaps contain 2 Butters (Shea and Cocoa) with palm oil and coconut oil and can be unscented or scented lemongrass, lavender, monkey farts, fruit loops, jolly rancher, birthday cake and coffee. They are then packaged in a pretty little tin that can include a ribbon.
Retails at $15 for a 4 piece set
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 14

#11 Mary Jane slippers
by Sew Crochet Love
Super cute, stylish and comfy size 7 women's slippers in grey and teal and a big wooden button. These slipper's are double soled making them even more comfortable on your feet. Available in any colour. 
Retails at $32
Etsy
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 15


#10 Vegan Spa Kit
by Just The Goods
Includes: Bath melts (which can also be used as a moisture rich pedicure soak), foot scrub, body butter, and moisturizing lip balm.
All items are plant based (vegan), gluten-free, and certified cruelty-free by the Leaping Bunny program. The line has received Championship status with the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and has just been re-certified for their new program launching in 2016 and is also recognized by Women's Voices for the Earth, and the Safe Cosmetics Business Network.
Retails at $12
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 16

#9 Soy Candle
by Soy Necessities
100% natural soy bean Cranberry Spice candle with no chemical additives, lead, or petroleum. These candles burn much longer, no black carcinogenic smoke, amazing fresh and real scent from beginning to end, they clean up with soap and water, no more waste from tunnels.
12 Pack of Soy Melts (60+ Hours) $10 Each or 3/$25
4 oz Jars (30+ Hours) $10 Each or 3/$25
9 oz Mason Jars (60 Hours) $20 Each, 2/$35, or 3/$50
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 17


#8 Deer Antler Earrings
by Love Sheds
Love Sheds handmade custom bone jewelry made from naturally shed deer antlers. 
Retails $15
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 18

#7 Concrete Tea light Holders
by HARDER STONE
Set of 4 concrete Tea light holders. Concrete can be poured in light grey, white, standard, charcoal and sand and dip painted in various colours. Comes as one solid holder OR 4 individual holders. Photos display standard grey and sand colours (tea lights included).
Retails $20/set of 4
Niverville, MB
204-292-2665
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 19


#6 Littlest Dog Stocking
Littlest Pet Bakery
Features four festive flavors fruit cake, coconut mint, peanut butter pumpkin and gingerbread. These homemade snacks are gently oven baked at low temperatures and slowly dehydrated to preserve the texture, taste, aroma and nutrients. 
Unlike processed pet treats, These snacks are made fresh, without chemicals or preservatives, with small hands and a big heart!
Each mini stocking has 12 Christmas cookies that will delight your dog this holiday!
Retails for $9.99
Email: littlestpetbakery@gmail.com
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 20


#5 Christmas Gift Card Holder
by Chevon Forest
Beautifully detailed, handmade Christmas Gift Card Holder card.
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 21

#4 Teething Necklace
Tiny Inspirations
The "Mary Lou" teething necklace is a mix of maple wood and FDA approved food grade silicone beads strung on a strong silky nylon cord with a breakaway clasp for safety. A simple, modern and sophisticated style!
Tiny Inspirations.caInstagram : @tiny_inspirations
Facebook: @tiny-inspirations
Retails $25 each
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 22


#3 Men's Body Care Package
The Park River Co. 
Men's All Natural Body Care Products handmade with perfect combinations of Butters, Oils and Locally Sourced Bees Wax to tame those rogue hairs while the Hydrating Hemp Lotion nourishes and soothes the skin. Products are lightly scented with essential oils and 100% Natural.
Retails for:
All 3 for $35
$12 Upper Lip Grip Moustache wax
$12 Hydrating Hemp Lotion
$14 for the Beard Gear
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 23

#2 Marbled Mug
by Rachel Kroeker Ceramics
These modern mugs are created by marbling a black and a white casting slip (or liquid clay) together as the mold is poured. Each piece is 100% unique with no two marbling affects ever being the same. The organic line movements which are reminiscent of landscapes are just as much a visual as a tactile experience. By leaving the exterior of the pieces unglazed, but sanded, the supple finish is a lovely surprise in the hand.
Retails $24
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 24


#1 TOP handmade holiday gift Local URBAN Honey
Bee Project
This Urban Honey is one of the most sought after and highly praised honey. It is produced by hives discreetly tucked away in the City of Winnipeg. Delicate and complex in flavor, this honey is exceptional. This year, we are featuring honey from 4 Winnipeg neighborhoods: Silver Heights, Wolseley, Fort Rouge and Windsor Park. It is widely believed that consuming honey local to your neighborhood helps fight seasonal allergies.
Retails $8
Phone (204)979-0366
info@beeproject.ca
www.beeproject.ca@beeprojectca
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 25


Candy Cane Body Butter
BONUS!!!! This one we are throwing in because our very own Brandy LOVES Tiber River so much and would like to give away a container of this amazing Candy Cane Body Butter by the Manitoba business, Tiber River Naturals.
Icy fresh peppermint blended with warm sweet vanilla. A true holiday favorite. Now you hang your candy canes on your tree and wrap them under your tree!
Retails for:
$26 for 240 ml
$12 for 60ml
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 26


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