The Maker Files Blog

Our blog for brands looking to create authentic connections with makers & DIYers

Ivy Decker

Ivy graduated from The Ohio State University and is ATA's Content Journalist. She's excited to use her writing background to develop the voice and values of the brands she represents, including ATA. In her free time, she enjoys writing fiction and comedy, playing ukulele, and hanging out with her cat, Rey. Ivy is passionate about doughnuts, the first three seasons of Spongebob Squarepants, and the oxford comma.
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Recent Posts

Makers 1-on-1: Albert Macso - Akron Coffee Roasters

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features Albert Macso, an independent coffee roaster and co-owner of Akron Coffee Roasters. If you’re a brand that sells to coffee roasters and other food artisans, this 1-on-1 interview with Albert will give you some insights to help you reach makers like him.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 11, 2018

Technology in the Maker Movement

Here are three major ways that technology creates opportunities for modern makers of all kinds.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 11, 2018

Makers 1-on-1: Anne Skoch - Anne Cate Accessory Boutique

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features Anne Skoch, owner and designer of Anne Cate accessories boutique in Mentor, OH. If your brand sells to designers and other makers who sew, this 1-on-1 interview with Anne will give you some important insights to help you connect with makers like her.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 5, 2018

The Buyer's Journey for Cosplay Makers

In this post, we'll show you how cosplay makers research, discover, and buy the products and materials they need for their elaborate costume creations.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 4, 2018

Makers 1-on-1: Cameron VanDerHorst - Automotive Enthusiast and Podcaster

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features Cameron VanDerHorst of Cuyahoga Falls, OH — an automotive DIYer and host of the Cammed & Tubbed podcast. If your brand markets to automotive DIYers, this 1-on-1 interview with Cameron will give you some important insights on connecting with DIYers like him.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jun 27, 2018