Take a Saturday to invest in your creative business! Saturday Sessions brings together makers, artists, and crafty entrepreneurs for a day of skill-building and connection. On February 7, learn from experienced instructors who understand the unique challenges of running a handmade business. From crafting your first business plan to mastering the craft show circuit, these workshops will help you build confidence and clarity for the year ahead.
We’re excited to reimagine Camp ThunderCraft for 2026! Beginning this year, we will be moving to an every-2-year date pattern at Camp Burton. On the off-years (like this one!) we’ll be offering Saturday Sessions—-a more accessible way to get the business education and community connection you love about Camp ThunderCraft, without committing to a full weekend away.
Join us on February 7th at our Seattle office for our first Saturday Session. Choose from three focused business classes and attend the ones that fit your needs—or stay for the full day. The day wraps up with a Social Club at a nearby establishment, where you can connect with fellow makers and continue the conversation.
We know times are tough, and we want to make sure our community has access to the tools and support to thrive. Saturday Sessions are designed to be flexible, affordable, and packed with practical insights you can use right away.
Space is extremely limited—register today to secure your spot!
(And, if you’re already excited for Camp ThunderCraft 2027 at Camp Burton, just sign up here to be the first to know once we open registration for our bi-annual small business retreat on beautiful Vashon Island!)
This class is designed for busy individuals who know they should have a business plan but need help figuring out where to start. Hint: most businesses don’t need 50-page business plans; instead, taking the time to write down the fundamental aspects of your business, understanding where and when to do market research, and having a basic financial plan are often all that is needed. This class will utilize the Business Model Canvas and other tools to expedite the planning process. The material in this course will be great for those just starting and those already working on their business.
with Domonique Juleon
You should take this class if…you are a crafty entrepreneur who wants to get exposure to easy to use business planning tools!
You should take this class if…you are looking to sell at more craft shows this year or are having difficulty getting into shows
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Getting into markets is just the first step – the pay off comes in making the market experience a good one! We’ll cover clever strategies for creating portable structures & displays for all budgets & physical/transport limitations (no more defaulting to heavy plywood!) that can adapt to different booth sizes while ensuring faster load-in/load-out too, thanks to efficient packing systems. You’ll leave knowing how to draw in more shoppers by accentuating at a glance what sets your products apart from the competition. Includes a few case studies as examples + Q&A at the end!
with Irene Rex
You should take this class if…you are often stressed out already during load-in & set-up, or need more shoppers to recognize why they’ll love your products
10:00 – 11:30 AM
You should take this class if…you are tired of using daily planners, to-do lists, reminder apps — and somehow always feeling like they don’t work for you
10:00 – 11:30 AM
This class will outline which aspects of your business are the most important to keep track of, and strategies and suggestions for how to incorporate this into your everyday life so that you aren’t slammed with an overwhelming amount of work come tax-time.
We’ll cover why and how to track revenue, expenses (and which are deductible), business miles, home office expenses, and saving receipts. We’ll also have time for Q&A so bring your burning record-keeping questions!
with Lindsey Ross
You should take this class if…you are intimidated by the idea of having to track your business revenue, deductions, mileage, home office details–or if you don’t even know where to begin and want to make sure you’re not overlooking all the important stuff!
What to Expect
Location: Saltbox | 4786 1st Ave S Suite 103, Seattle, WA 98134
- The classrooms have rolling office chairs at a large conference table. Some of the classes will be using the TV for presentations. The building is heated but layers are suggested.
- Parking: There is ample (free) parking right outside the front doors. We will have someone at the front doors to check you in and point you in the direction of the class.
- Useful Items: We highly suggest bringing a notepad and pen or a screen of choice for notes!
- Snacking: Some of you will hopefully be so excited by all the classes being hosted on a given day that you may want to take them all! As you will notice in the schedule, there is a lunch break between the first and the second session, and a shorter break between sessions two and three. If you decide to take more than one class, you are welcome to bring lunch or snacks with you to enjoy at Saltbox. Onsite we have a fridge, microwave, water, tea and coffee. When you arrive, we are happy to show you to the kitchen should you want to use the fridge and/or microwave between the class sessions. There are also plenty of great places to grab a bite in the area. Here are some that are quick and nearby:
- Pick Quick -old school drive thru which is about a 5min drive from Saltbox
- Macrina Bakery has a SODO location which is a great spot to grab a morning coffee, pastry or lunch!
- Bloom-Bistro is a bagels, deli & grocery in Georgetown
If you have a new idea for a class you’d like to teach, or a topic you’d like to see covered, please email kristen@