Craft shows require a lot of work to prepare for and you may have spent weeks perfecting your setup on your dining room table. But before you settle on your display, consider if you’re looking at it from the wrong perspective. The Wrong Perspective While working on your craft show setup, you likely stand…
Before you apply to craft shows, it’s important to realize that not all events are worth applying to. Several factors go into producing a good craft show, so just because an organizer lacks an element below doesn’t mean the show won’t be great. However, if several areas are waving a red flag, it may be…
No one signs up for a craft show with the intention of alienating the shoppers but you may unknowingly be sending them away if they don’t feel comfortable. It’s important to have fun, be yourself and show pride in your work; that will always draw people to you. Here are 5 mistakes to watch for…
Disclaimer: I’m not a lawyer by profession and nothing in this article should be construed as legal advice. Although I strive to provide accurate general information, the information presented here is not a substitute for any kind of professional advice or free from errors, and you should not rely solely on this information. Always consult a…
Do you package your handmade cream in a jar? Do you have the product name, volume and your business name and address clearly printed on each label? If not, you may be in violation of packaging and labeling laws. Disclaimer: I’m not a lawyer by profession and nothing in this article should be construed as…
Farmers’ markets have a relaxed feel with friendly vendors, but as shoppers, we need to be sure we don’t take this relaxed feel too literally and are following common practices when it comes to etiquette. The vendors at a farmers’ market are running a business and working extremely hard to make a living out of the products…
Farmers’ markets have a unique selling and shopping atmosphere. If you’ve never sold at one, you may be unaware of the unwritten rules the organizer, fellow vendors, and shoppers may expect you to follow. Each market will have its own set of rules to follow so be sure you read over the applications carefully. In general,…
Chances are, you won’t be the only one selling handmade goods under your category at a craft show. If it’s a popular craft show, it will be competitive to get shoppers’ attention and you’ll likely be competing with fellow jewelry designers, knitters, soap makers, etc. at most events. Most juried craft shows will limit how…
Outdoor markets are a great way to sell your handmade, homemade, or grown goods during warmer months. But farmers’ markets are often full of vendors and have lots of attractions. So it’s important to create a space shoppers are drawn to. I’ve asked several market organizers to share their best advice. The following advice is…
I love a little bit of homework when it comes to my business and I also think it’s important to always be looking at it with critical eyes. These are 5 questions that are fun to answer and incredibly important when it comes to creating a successful business. If answered with thought and implemented, you can make some…