The mistakes we made… so you don’t have to (printing business cards)
For a long time, we made our own business cards. Very basic. Very DIY. Then we started thinking business cards…
SoliaVenture started with greeting cards, and running the business quickly became an adventure of its own. Markets, stores, customers, new ideas, mistakes, unexpected opportunities… this is where we share what we’re experiencing and learning along the way.
📢 We’re featuring inspiring young creators in our newsletter and blog! Running a business, learning a trade, making something, trying an unusual project… we’re interested in the real stories behind what young people are doing.
📝Want to share your story? Email us directly at hello.soliaventure@gmail.com.
A few free resources based on things we’ve found useful in our own business.
📥 Grab our 1ˢᵗ freebie: the Pop-Up Prep Checklist — a quick and practical guide to help you get ready for your next market or event.
This checklist is made to help you avoid forgetting important things (like we did at one of our first pop-ups!).
It’s fully editable, so you can customize it for your own setup and business needs. Download the editable checklist (Word Doc). 🖨️ Print it or save it to your phone—no email needed!
📥 Grab our 2ⁿᵈ freebie: What to Say at a Market — a short and friendly guide with 6 easy tips and a final best advice to help you talk to customers in a warm and pressure-free way.
We created this guide after realizing that, even though we love chatting at markets, not everyone feels comfortable when sellers talk to them. This PDF shares what works for us (including a little trick that can really make a difference!).
Download the PDF here and make your market booth a place where people want to stay… and chat.
📥 Grab our 3ʳᵈ freebie: 15 Business Ideas for Teens — a curated guide filled with real, creative jobs you can actually start (no boring suggestions here!).
We put this list together for teens who want to turn their energy into something meaningful — whether you’re homeschooled or in school, curious or already motivated. Each idea includes the skills you’ll use, the cost to start, and bonus links to help you dive deeper.
Download the PDF here and get inspired to launch something of your own — even if you’re not sure where to start.
📩 Got an idea for a guide you’d love to see? Email us and let us know—we’re always open to suggestions!
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