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…
Slow craft shows can happen because of lack of marketing efforts or due to unforeseen circumstances, such as a snowstorm. If the possibility of shoppers showing up is looking bleak, here are 5 things you should consider doing to work on your business. 1 – Stay open & positive Slow craft shows are frustrating….
Craft shows are a great way to sell your handmade goods, especially if you make items that tend to sell well at craft shows. There’s no way to guarantee a successful show, as there are elements (like the weather) that are out of everyone’s control. However, when you’re thinking about applying to a craft show…
Craft shows are such a unique and fun experience. If you’re heading to one, you’re obviously a conscious shopper and would never intentionally insult a vendor, but here are a few things you may not have thought of from a vendor’s perspective. 1) Try to pay in cash There are a lot of vendors who are taking advantage…
This is a guide for Craft Show Vendors. We also have an article on Craft Show Etiquette for Shoppers ๐ I remember how nervous I was at my first craft show. I had no idea what to expect and felt like a total outsider. There are usually unwritten rules with any group or organization so this article…
When I bring my husband to Farmers’ Markets or craft shows that will have food vendors, I know we better have full wallets. Just the other day we made a quick trip to our local Farmers’ Market for 2 things and 2 things only. Just as we were about to head out, a question came…
If you’ve never participated in a craft show before, you may have a hard time deciding which ones are for you. Use this article as a guide to help you sift through the craft fairs in your area and make profitable choices. 1) Check out craft sales as a shopper Take your time to…