Beyond DIY: Finding a Manufacturer for Your Product with Jess Boro

Beyond DIY: Finding a Manufacturer for Your Product with Jess Boro

Author: Crafting for Profit LIVE March 31, 2025 Duration: 44:23

How do you scale your handmade business beyond the number of products you can physically make? One option is to find a manufacturer for your products. We are joined by Jess Boro from Back to Basics as she tells us how she found someone to make her Wonder Discs in bulk so she could grow her business even more than she ever dreamed. She will give you the tips you need to start on this journey yourself if you are ready to go beyond DIY!


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After 11 amazing years teaching kindergarten and first grade, Jess Boro turned her passion for early childhood education into something new – becoming a small business owner. With a master’s degree in early childhood education and years of classroom experience, she has always loved creating hands-on learning opportunities for kids.


In 2020, Jess launched Back to Basics Kids, where she designed simple, versatile learning tools that spark creativity and curiosity in children. One of her most-loved creations is the Wonder Disc – a portable, interactive toy that’s perfect for learning and play at home or on the go.


See her Wonder Discs here: https://www.backtobasicskids.com/products/happy-hands-wonder-disc


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Angie Holden and Cori George have spent over twenty-five years building a life around creativity, and they’ve gathered a massive DIY community along the way. On Crafting for Profit Live, they get real about what it actually takes to earn an income from handmade work. This isn't just theory; it's a conversation drawn from their own experiences as full-time creators, filled with practical strategies and honest insights about running a craft business. You'll hear from other experts in the field, too, all focused on one goal: financially supporting a creative life. New episodes arrive every other Monday, offering a regular dose of inspiration and actionable advice. Tune into this podcast for a straightforward look at turning craft room projects into a sustainable livelihood, where the focus is on building something lasting, one stitch, brushstroke, or soldered connection at a time. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered if their passion could also be their paycheck.
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