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…
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…
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…
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…
Craft shows can be really intimidating for introverts; not only are you putting your work out there for people to critique, you have to put yourself out there, spending the entire day around crowds of people, chatting with strangers. I know from experience how intimidating it can be; do I say hi? They didn’t hear…
This may seem like a bit of an odd topic to write on but I can tell you; being an introvert, who’s married to an extrovert, my thinking and rationale is quite different from his. Not all introverts are the same and they’re often confused as being shy. Introversion does tend to go hand in…
Craft shows are a great way to sell some products (here’s a list of ones that tend to sell better). The majority of craft shows are juried; this ensures there are a good mix of vendors for shoppers to buy from. This also means that there are a good number of applications that are turned down….
Whether you’re getting ready for a large trade show and have an entire booth to fill, or you’ve booked a table at a community craft show, these 5 mistakes are always important to avoid. I’ve made every mistake on this list and when I corrected them, I saw an improvement in: The type of shopper…
When you’re preparing for a craft show, you (the vendor) should be doing your part to help promote the event. However, if you’ve tried everything and shoppers aren’t showing up, here are a few tips to turn the situation around, even if you won’t be making many sales. 1 – STAY OPEN Slow…