Once you learn about craft show bestsellers and determine what you’re going to sell, then you much figure out how much of it you need. Selling at craft shows and determining how much inventory to bring is always a bit of a guessing game. You don’t know if you’ve picked a great event that will…
If you’re starting to sell your handmade crafts on the craft show circuit, you may have heard the term “juried craft show” and are wondering; what’s the difference between a juried craft show and a non-juried craft show and which is better? This article is going to cover the topic of juried craft shows,…
Craft shows displays require a lot of work to set up. Not to mention, trunk space is often limited. So display selves, props, and fixtures can’t be too bulky. However, it is important that products are displayed in a professional manner and in a way that makes it easy for people to shop…
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. Please read the full disclosure here. Although craft show table covers shouldn’t be the star of a standout display, they shouldn’t be an afterthought. When I started selling at craft shows, my…
Many craft fairs moved online during the pandemic, which offers a unique opportunity for handmade businesses to make sales through a new channel. Virtual craft fairs require a different type of prep, presentation, and purchasing. Here’s how your business can take advantage of this new virtual way of selling crafts and prepare for an online…
This article will help you prepare for a craft show and to provide you with printable checklists full of steps to take to prepare for a craft show, as well as craft show supplies you’ll want to have in your craft show booth. The free craft show checklist download includes: A craft show checklist…
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. Please read the full disclosure here. Many craft shows have been canceled because of the pandemic, which leaves many vendors wondering what they’re going to do with all the stock they prepared….
I know I share a LOT of rules, tips, ideas, and ways for a craft show display to sell more. And you should definitely experiment with your display to see what increases sales for your business. (I’ve included a list of articles that share ideas for your craft show display and mistakes to avoid…
A lot of handmade business owners are timid to raise their prices or to even charge a price that ensures they’re covering all costs, AND making a profit. You’ve likely read the typical article explaining how lowering your prices just to make a sale can be detrimental to your business. (In fact, I have one…
*UPDATE Click here to see the most current trend list Whether your handmade business follows trends or not, it’s always helpful to be informed and take color/scent/style trend shifts into consideration when designing new products. Don’t confuse your existing Etsy customers or craft show shoppers by offering a trending product that doesn’t…