The Trust Problem Every Maker Faces Here’s a frustrating truth about selling handmade: your product can be flawless, your photos can sparkle, your price can be spot-on… and a buyer will still  hesitate if your listing has zero reviews. And if your products are one-of-a-kind  — like hand-turned pens — that problem shows up even faster. Every new piece you list starts from scratch. No reviews. No stars. Just a beautiful product sitting there looking… untested. It doesn’t matter

Your handmade pens deserve more than a pretty website — they deserve a site that actually sells. If visitors aren’t buying, don’t panic. From photos to copy to trust signals, here are 10 common website mistakes pen makers make — and simple fixes to turn browsers into buyers.

Hey there, pen-turning pros! ✨ Spring is blooming  with opportunities — and if you're not promoting your hand-turned pens for upcoming...

Mother’s Day is one of the biggest gifting moments of the year — and handmade pens are the kind of timeless, thoughtful gifts that last forever. From gift guides to social posts and reels, here’s how pen turners can promote their craft this spring and make sure buyers can’t miss their work.