We've interviewed thousands of successful founders at Starter Story and asked what advice they would give to entrepreneurs who are just getting started.

Here's the best advice we discovered for starting a handmade paper goods business:

#1: Abigail Butler, founder of Chirps & Cricket Design Studio:

We chatted with with Abigail, founder of Chirps & Cricket Design Studio ($1.1K/month). In our interview, Abigail says:

Know that doing something, every day, pushes you in the right direction, even if you don’t immediately notice it.

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#2: Abigail Butler, founder of Chirps & Cricket Design Studio:

We chatted with with Abigail, founder of Chirps & Cricket Design Studio ($1.1K/month). In our interview, Abigail says:

After almost four years with the company I began growing restless with a desire to challenge myself creatively and to continue to grow both as an artist and as a person.

Additionally:

Setting goals is paramount in starting a business – it provides direction, sets the stage for the larger picture, focuses you in on what is important/priority, and will motivate you!

Further:

Stay focused on your work and your goals, I’d caution against comparing yourself to others on social media, and above all, BELIEVE in yourself! You got this.

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#3: Jason Angelini, founder of American Bench Craft:

We chatted with with Jason, founder of American Bench Craft ($100K/month). In our interview, Jason says:

Be a forever optimist. Whatever happens, good or bad, trust that it is for a reason and keep pushing forward.

Additionally:

Don’t see setbacks or failures as roadblocks, see them as guides redirecting you down the right path.

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Starting A Handmade Paper Goods Business: Everything You Need To Know

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