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Many designers struggle with creating profitability in their design businesses. This is because they do not have the tools to build a creative business that thrives financially.

Unlock the secrets to turning your art into a lucrative business. Carina seamlessly combines insights from art history and personal experiences to offer a unique perspective on creating visually captivating and commercially successful pieces. Learn to craft art that resonates on a personal level while meeting the demands of a smart and discerning market. Carina provides actionable tips to empower you to create with both purpose and profitability in mind.

Carina Gardner unravels the everyday joys and dilemmas of design, making, and business. This inside scoop into fabric design, paper design, die cut design, and crafting will help bring more creativity and joy in your life. Carina Gardner has a Ph.D. in Design and was the Creative Director of Cartabella Paper Co. and MiniLou. She has designed everything from dishware to bracelets under her brand. She currently designs fabric and die cutting files while teaching other designers how to create meaningful design work while making a residual income online.