Justine Barsley, Author at Perth Upmarket

5 Creative Workshops To Get Your Craft On

Posted on 02/06/202002/06/2020 by Justine Barsley

5 of our favourite Creative Workshops in Perth Winter is a great time to start a new craft and we've pulled together 5 of our favourite Creative Workshops in Perth to share with you. Who doesn't love handmade soap? You've seen it at markets and if you're like me, you always have a supply on hand. Now you can learn to make...

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Turban Chopsticks Laksa Noodle Soup- The perfect comfort food

Posted on 25/05/202025/05/2020 by Justine Barsley

A rich, fragrant and spicy noodle soup with a Thai twist. Our take on a traditional South East Asia dish that will warm you up this Winter! Serves: 4 Total Prep and Cook Time: 20 mins Vegan Option | Gluten Free | Dairy Free IN THIS RECIPE INGREDIENTS 1 jar Turban Chopsticks Thai Red Curry Paste 1 can (400ml) coconut...

What is a Mastermind Group?

Posted on 03/05/202009/06/2020 by Justine Barsley

A mastermind is a group of businesses all with similar business models who work together to grow and improve each-other’s businesses. The Mastermind facilitates a combination of brainstorming, discussion, education and peer accountability to sharpen your business and personal skills. Many mastermind groups challenge you to set greater goals, and more importantly, to accomplish them. You may find members of...

Why do email marketing, and how can you get email addresses?

Posted on 01/05/202009/06/2020 by Justine Barsley

“Start a newsletter” or “collect email addresses” is often advice given to small business owners, but if’s often something people delay because it seems too hard or even a bit pointless. But it’s absolutely not pointless and easier than you think, too - and can make a big difference to your sales! Why do email marketing? By sending emails...

5 things to consider when setting up your online shop

Posted on 25/04/202028/05/2020 by Justine Barsley

Starting an online shop is an attractive idea - it gives you the chance to be selling your products 24/7, not just on market day. But it’s important to go into setting up an online store with a plan and with a few key things in mind. 1. Make sure you have a secure site This is increasingly important...

Three Easy Ways to Increase Online Sales

Posted on 01/04/202009/06/2020 by Justine Barsley

We’ve been working with the members of our Growth Quarters recently to help them find ways to selling more online in between markets. We found that reducing online shopping cart abandonment is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your sales are on the rise. While setting up a good online shop and having enough products...

Creative Community Partnership Raises $35,000 For A New Perth Guide Dog Puppy

Posted on 03/03/202016/06/2020 by Justine Barsley

Perth Upmarket's close community partnership with Guide Dogs WA has shown how artists, creatives and the local community can join forces for good. Over 200 Perth Upmarket businesses and over 10,000 loyal shoppers who visit each quarterly market have raised $35,000 towards raising and training a guide dog puppy. Through director of Perth Upmarket Justine Barsleys own personal experience of being...

7 Great Podcasts For Creative Businesses

Posted on 06/09/2019 by Justine Barsley

If you’re sewing, painting, knitting or simply making anything else with your hands to sell through your small business, then you’ll know you’ve got lots of time to listen. Why not listen to a podcast which will help your creative business grow or give you a burst of inspiration? - it sounds like perfect multi-tasking. Here’s a list of...

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Seedy Morning Muesli Bars by The Natural Food Emporium

Posted on 27/08/201928/05/2020 by Justine Barsley

Gluten Free * Vegan- Serves 16-20 Dry Mix 1 x 250g pkt Seedy Morning Muesli 20g GF corn flakes 20g buckwheat, roasted 5g chia seeds 10g sesame seeds Wet Mix 140g rice malt syrup 150g sunflower seed butter 50g tahini 30g coconut sugar Method Line the base and sides of a 28cm x 18cm pan with baking paper. Place all...

My top 10 tips for selling more at markets

Posted on 28/05/201928/05/2020 by Justine Barsley

Getting to market day is a lot of work - so let’s see how we can make it even more worthwhile with these tips for selling more at markets. 1. Be welcoming Don’t be the stallholder sitting at the back of your stall busy on your phone! Stand up, smile at approaching customers and engage with them. Connect with...

10 things for creative businesses to get right on a Facebook page

Posted on 06/03/201928/05/2020 by Justine Barsley

We recently performed some Facebook page reviews for the members of our Growth Quarters Mastermind and noticed a few common things that creatives and handmade businesses could improve on in the way they use a Facebook business page to promote their products. If you've got a Facebook business page (and if not - why not?), then here are ten things...

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