Welcome to The Crafty Mariana Podcast!
I’m your host Mariana, former corporate marketing girlie turned crafting workshops host.
If you’ve ever thought, ‘C...
What 2025 has in store for me, how I'm planning for a pop-up studio & changes to my online offers.
In this episode, I’m sharing my exciting plans for 2025! From major updates to my online business, Crafts Workshop Academy, to launching a pop-up studio and preparing for a permanent workshop space, this year is shaping up to be a game-changer.
In this episode, I talk about:✎ How 2024 taught me to simplify and focus on what matters most.✎ The exciting changes coming to the Crafts Workshop Academy, including live monthly trainings, fresh workshop plans, and action-packed challenges.✎ My plans for a two-month pop-up studio and the steps I’m taking to open a permanent studio space.✎ My vision for hosting more private workshops weekly in 2025 and beyond.
Resources:Free Guide: How to Start Your Own Workshop Business - craftymariana.com/guide
Free Spreadsheet: Figure Out Your Numbers Spreadsheet! - craftymariana.com/numbers
Links to Connect With Me:Website: craftymariana.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/craftymariana/My Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftingcollectiveJoin my email list for exclusive content, resources and deals: craftymariana.com/newsletter
Let’s Make This Interactive! Have questions or topics you’d like me to cover in future episodes? DM me on Instagram or send an email to [email protected].
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Going Full-time, $10k Months & Studio Challenges
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the journey of building a profitable workshop business! From making the leap to go full-time to uncovering the realities of commercial studio spaces, I’ll share my story, strategies, and insights to help you plan your next steps.
In this episode, I talk about:✎ The steps I took to transition to full-time workshops—and how you can plan your own journey.✎ How I broke down a $10K month, including workshop types, ticket prices, and strategies.✎ The shocking realities of commercial leases and whether opening a studio is the right move for me.
Resources:Free Guide: How to Start Your Own Workshop Business - craftymariana.com/guide
Free Spreadsheet: Figure Out Your Numbers Spreadsheet! - craftymariana.com/numbers
Links to Connect With Me:Website: craftymariana.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/craftymariana/My Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftingcollectiveJoin my email list for exclusive content, resources and deals: craftymariana.com/newsletter
Let’s Make This Interactive! Have questions or topics you’d like me to cover in future episodes? DM me on Instagram or send an email to [email protected].
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How I Turned Crafting Into a Career: My story of going from corporate marketing to building a crafts workshops business
Welcome to the very first episode of The Crafty Mariana Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how I turned my love for crafting into a thriving business. From hitting major milestones like consistent 10K months to pivoting into mentorship and workshops, it’s been a journey full of lessons, challenges, and rewarding moments.Tune in to hear about my passion for making crafting fun again, what inspires me to keep going, and how this podcast will bring you tips, inspiration, and actionable advice for your own creative journey. Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of episodes and grab your freebies to kickstart your crafting business today!In This Episode, You'll Learn:✎ How my crafting journey began and evolved into a successful business.✎ The challenges I faced and the lessons I learned along the way.✎ My vision for this podcast and how it’s designed to inspire and empower creatives.
Resources:Free Guide: How to Start Your Own Workshop Business - craftymariana.com/guide
Links to Connect With Me:Website: craftymariana.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/craftymariana/ My Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftingcollective Join my email list for exclusive content, resources and deals: craftymariana.com/newsletter
Let’s Make This Interactive! Have questions or topics you’d like me to cover in future episodes? DM me on Instagram or send an email to [email protected].
Welcome to The Crafty Mariana Podcast!
I’m your host Mariana, former corporate marketing girlie turned crafting workshops host.
If you’ve ever thought, ‘Can my crafts actually make money?’—this is the show for you.
Each episode, I share stories from creators who dared to think differently and went beyond the “make and sell’ model, along with lessons from my own journey building a six-figure workshop business.
You can expect honest conversations, tips and tricks about what it really takes to build a creative business.
Grab yourself a cup of tea and let's dive in!
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