If you’re gearing up for craft fair season, you may be asking yourself some important questions: what should you create, and how much should you charge?
There are so many shows, fairs, and events happening this time of year, from farmers markets to antique shows, offering a wealth of opportunities for makers and artists.
Thankfully, we’ve got some wise advice to share with you!
Drawing from the expertise of experienced crafters and vendors, we’ve put together a video full of best practices for success. Whether you’re new to the game or already a seasoned pro, you’re sure to find some valuable insights and inspiration here.
Get ready to craft your way to a successful season!
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Love all your videos.
I find that when you use a table, use a table cloth, it looks more professional and have that table cloth fit the season. Fall have a colorful leafy pattern. Use that one Sept. to Oct. And Nov. Use something that says Thanksgiving. And yes Dec. use winter or Christmas type of clothes. This may be in there pay for info part but i am giving it to you for free. This is just one of many tips.
Not using a tent is not viable in a state where it rains nearly every afternoon, or the sun’s trying to murder you… in February LOL
I think they will tell you in their micro Programm what you should use instead 😉
My 12 yr old son has a business and does pretty well at his craft shows. Sales over 10 days were $3700. He makes oens and pencils. Craft shows are an amazing place!
Now when I see your videos in the feed I’m going to think “this is a teaser to sell me a product/service”
Agreed. Don’t really like that formula. Feels bait and switch.
@Mikey Garrett completely… I figure they’re trying to figure out another way to monetize. Maybe they’re not growing as fast as they used to or they’re not seeing the videos pay off as well, or whatever… Hopefully they back off with this type of thing. I’ll try their videos again, but if they’re like this, I’m just going to pass them by or remove them from the feed altogether, which sucks… I’ve enjoyed and learned something from previous videos; either business or woodworking.
Agreed. I paid and watched the Selling To Realtors conversation, but I’m just not going to invest my time in a video to be told “GOTCHA, sorry you’ve watched enough of this video now go pay for more”
I disagree but that’s just my opinion
My biggest problem is having a full time job and uni to do at the same time. Only time I really have is between like July and September so yeah
How many craft shows have you done? Sounds like you are making a good amount of money with craft shows in your business.
hate the bait and switch 😒 – treaser videos is not for me
Agreed 100%
I’m preparing to do a pop-up market near me in a couple of weeks. I’m looking for as much info and advice that I can get. I’m excited, but also a little apprehensive.
My wife and I have been to this market a few times. It’s in the parking lot of a busy shopping center. It’s not packed like a popular farmer’s market would be, but it gets decent traffic for what it is and it’s not expensive for one day or the weekend. I’ll be happy if I can sell 30%-50% of my items.
I’ve also got business cards and an order book and plan on putting together a notebook with items I’ve made in case someone wants to buy something that I don’t have that day.
Take a down payment for orders! I do 50%
@Jason Peltier that’s exactly how I was going to handle it.
I just picked up the micro course. Good stuff in it! One tip that isn’t in the course or in this video… bring extra socks! You do not want to go all day with wet toes because of the dew all over the grass soaked through your shoes. 🙂
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I DEFINITELY wish I had signed up before I was ready! I totally missed out on all the deadlines for this fall craft fair season! 😭
Thanks for all the tips! Where can we find a craft show? Is there a good website you use? I have been watching your videos for a while. Thanks!
thank you for the info have a blessed and safe day
I like the Dakota timber company hat! I’m from fargo and love those guys.
So I do woodworking and I was wondering what type of craft fairs would be best to sell at for my first time!
All of them, even farmers markets. You can also do comicon if you make some of them themed – not all, just some. Literally any kinda market – people will buy your work. Even food ones!! People go seeking something handmade not from the store/artisan experience.
@LunaLaLove333 Thanks this really helps
Excellent tips . Thank you !!!!!!
Thank you for the ideas! I’ve done farmers markets in the past but haven’t for a season😅 nervous. In a new state and a little anxious, but you guys’ tips calmed me! I make more at markets selling my handmade tables, cutting boards, baked goods and body goods than I did in the Healthcare field!
This really helped me I’m going to a craft fair in may it will be my 1st one selling stuff I’m so happy you made this video