Planning a Corsetmaking Masterclass, Part 1
Barbara shares her experiences of organising corsetry masterclasses, including topics to cover, target audience, timing, location and cost.
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Practising making corsets in preparation for selling: what exactly should you practise, and what's the most effective way to use your time and resources?
Planning a Corsetmaking Masterclass, Part 2
Barbara continues her series by sharing the contents of her own corsetry masterclass, how she prepared for the event, and how it went.
Preparing for Business, Part 2
"Sell only the particular skills that you have already practiced. Practice only the skills that you hope to sell." Jenni helps you move toward professional status.
Preparing for Business, Part 3
Daydreaming about the future to help make decisions today. "What am I going to sell?" can refine your practice, enhancing your chances of success.
When's the Right Time to Go Pro?
Before you give your boss and your spouse the big speech, take the quiz to find out if you are ready to make your hobby into a living as a corsetmaker!
add Read more...Confessions of a Corsetry Intern, part 1
Learning 'on the job' is a great way to pick up skills. Rosie explains the ‘why, when and how’ of securing a corsetry internship, including her own personal 'how-to' guide.
Confessions of a Corsetry Intern, part 2
Working as an intern is one way to learn a specialist skill like corsetry. Rosie discusses whether interning is either a benefit or a disadvantage.
Contracts for Corsetmakers
How do you know that your client will pay? How do you know that they won't ruin and try to return what you've made them? The answer to most concerns is a good contract. Are you protecting yourself?
