Craft shows are a lot of work to prepare for and chances are you’ll be up late with finishing details the night before and up early the morning of. Here’s a list to help you get organized when you’re overworked and tired 😉 DOWNLOAD & PRINT OFF YOUR CRAFT FAIR CHECKLIST HERE Items on the…
Vintage markets are so fun to wander around and discover not only antiques but also handmade goods with a rustic feel, upcycled and re-purposed goods. Great finds for your home and great for the environment! There are some seriously amazing vintage markets out there and we got to chat with 4 in B.C and Alberta…
Social media stats have sucked us into thinking that thousands of followers and hundreds of likes equals success. So small businesses spend their days bouncing from one social media account to another, following, liking, commenting and sharing in hopes that the favor is returned. They follow people they have no interest in, only to unfollow them when…
Nothing beats standing outside in the sunshine, talking about your passion and selling your handmade goods at an outdoor market. But you don’t want to suffer at the hand of weather extremes so if you’re a vendor looking to participate in outdoor markets, you’ll need an outdoor vendor tent. They’ll shelter you from the sweltering…
We know that you need to find the right customers for your business. But so many businesses don’t make it clear who they are or who their products are for out of fear they’ll be excluding people. If there are two people at a party you’re interested in, one is drawn to people who are quiet and reserved while…
If you’re planning to host a craft show, this article is a must-read. It shares do’s and don’ts from vendors and all the little things they appreciate from a craft show host. You’ll also find links at the end of this article for elements craft show shoppers appreciate and ones they complain about. To have a successful…
When you’re preparing for a craft show, doing your part to promote it should be factored in. But just how much promotion are you responsible for, as the vendor? I got the chance to speak to some amazing event organizers who really know how to market a show and bring in a good crowd. Although…
As you use your checklist to prepare for a craft show, you’ll want to spend some time promoting the event to your fans and followers. It not only helps create a successful event, but it also helps ensure that even if the organizer missed the mark, you’ll have shoppers show up to see you and…
Although event organizers shouldn’t only be relying on you to promote a craft show, it’s important for you, the vendor, to do your part to help promote markets you’re participating in. It should be part of your craft show prep work. >> Free Craft Show Checklist (& Preparation Steps) The more people working together to…
When it comes to selling handmade, you need multiple ways to get your name out there and sell your goods. Craft shows are one piece of that puzzle. They allow you to test your products, meet local customers and make a lot of sales in a short period or time. There are so many great…