9.25.26 | 🧶 99 craft ideas (that are easy & affordable)

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September 25, 2026 Make room in your day to day for the things that feed your inner creativity and sense of spaciousness. ​ Warmly, AmyAnn Cadwell & The Good Trade Team Up and coming artist Ian Elliott describes his music as "yearning rock for feral Booktok," and can we just say... yes, please? ​ If you’re anything like us, the cooler weather sparks a desire to do some cozy crafting. When the creative urge hits, the last thing you want to do is abandon your warm blanket and tea to hit the craft store — here are some accessible ideas to get you started. ​ ​Read 99 Crafts That Don't Require Special Tools Or Skills​ ​ ​ A little something for the nightstand. Kindra’s glide duo includes a water-based lube for everyday ease and a silky silicone formula for longer-lasting, waterproof play. We love that both are pH-friendly, paraben-free, and recommended by thousands of health professionals including OB/GYNs and Pelvic Floor Therapists. Use code GOODTRADE15 for 15% off (one-time purchase, one use per customer). ​ ​Browse Kindra Lube Duo​ ​ ​ ​ Cookie monsters, assemble! For a truly unique treat, you have to try this recipe. ​ ​Make Jam and Buttered Toast Cookies​ ​ ✍️ Write, girl: Do you have personal essays or stories burning a hole in your pocket? Check out this list of publications that pay for original writing. 🎉 In case you missed it: The Weekly Edit has moved to Sunday, and paid subscriptions are 20% off through the end of September! 🤲 Made by hand: We have our eye on this local artist who creates aluminum pieces designed for sculpture and function. 💼 For job seekers: Discover craft opportunities, jobs, internships, grants, calls for entry, residencies, and more, for artists and makers on the American Craft Council's Opportunities Board. 📝 A good question: Is there a creative project you're currently working on or inspired to start? Hit reply and tell us — we love to hear what you're up to! ​ ​Join our editors virtually on October 5th at 10am PT for an hour of meditation, community, and intention setting as we welcome in a new month. ✨📝 ​ From Silsila Bahrami, Contributing Editor "I used to be an avid waxer, from monthly appointments at my local wax bar to even working front desk at one for years. For convenience and to save money, I switched to this trimmer set and have been pleasantly surprised! It trims incredibly close while staying gentle on sensitive areas, and the face trimmer makes grooming a breeze. My hair removal routine is now faster, easier, and more affordable." [Check it out.] How one reader would donate $1M: "To answer your good question: I would donate $1M to The Trash Punx in San José, CA. This oh-so-cool nonprofit actually makes picking up trash fun — even my teenage daughters enjoyed it! And they don’t just pick up trash. They help keep things from becoming trash in the first place through Free Market events, where people bring things they no longer need and everything is FREE. Founder Justin Imamura is filled with positive energy, and that spirit runs through the entire Trash Punx team. They’re making a huge difference locally and globally, including through their partnership with Sabore Ole Oyie, a Maasai elder and warrior in Kenya, to tackle waste in Ewaso Ng'iro." ​ Want to support The Good Trade? We're a women-led, small biz on a sincere mission to support you in your care of yourself, your community, and the planet. It means a lot to us to be in your inbox each morning. Here are a few ways you can support the newsletter. 💌 Add hello@thegoodtrade.com to your contacts so you never miss an edition. 👯‍♀️ Join our Substack community for $8 a month to get access to The Weekend Edit, invites to virtual events with The Good Trade editors, and exclusive discounts. 💛 Share The Daily Good with anyone who may enjoy it! Here's a unique referral link: https://join.thegoodtrade.com/7ccf6283/ ✨Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for a roundup of our top read content of the week.  💬 Hit reply to this email with content ideas, good news, musings, or encouragement—we read every note! Copyright © 2026 The Good Trade. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you expressed interest in The Good Trade. 4470 W Sunset Blvd Suite 326, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Unsubscribe ·  Advertise ​ ​