Etiquette for Shopping at and Browsing Craft Fairs and Dealers Halls
April 11, 2015 | Posted in CONVENTIONS, CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
I have been a vendor at craft fairs and in the dealers’ halls at various conventions and events for over fifteen years. Overall, being a vendor has been a great experience…
Science Fiction/Fantasy Convention Art Shows: A Guide for Artists
November 3, 2014 | Posted in ART, CONVENTIONS, CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
Visual artists and crafters are always on the lookout for new markets for their work. One type of market which many may not have considered are science fiction and fantasy convention art shows. A long-standing part of many science-fiction conventions is the art show, where artists display their work for either direct sale or auction-style bidding…
Becoming a Craft Show Vendor, Part 5: Do’s and Don’ts when Dealing with Customers
September 1, 2014 | Posted in CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
Successfully interacting with potential customers at craft shows is a critical part of being a vendor. Each vendor will have her own technique, style and personality but there are a few important “do’s and don’ts” you should keep in mind…
Becoming a Craft Show Vendor, Part 4: How to Set Your Prices
August 30, 2014 | Posted in CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
Pricing can be a tricky business, and a definite balancing act especially for beginning craft vendors. You need to set your prices high enough that you get what you feel your work is honestly worth, yet not price yourself out of what can be a highly competitive market…
Becoming a Craft Show Vendor, Part 3: Finding Craft Events in Your Area
August 29, 2014 | Posted in CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
Sources and Ways to Locate Fairs to Start Selling Your Crafts This article is the third in my series on becoming a vendor at craft shows and craft fairs. The first two articles focused on determining if becoming a craft
Becoming a Craft Show Vendor, Part 2: What You Need to Get Started, Besides Your Crafts
August 28, 2014 | Posted in CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
If you’ve decided that yes, you are interested in giving vending a try, then you are ready to start preparing for shows. To be well prepared, you must know what kind of display fixtures and other materials you will require – besides your craft inventory, of course…
Becoming a Craft Show Vendor, Part 1: Is Vending Right for You?
August 28, 2014 | Posted in CRAFTING BUSINESS | By sockii
If you enjoy making crafts, and love spending time shopping and browsing at craft shows, you might be wondering if becoming a craft vendor could be a successful business venture for you. Whether as a way to make some extra money on the side, or potentially as a new career path, selling at craft fairs can appear to be an exciting way to do something you love as more than just a hobby…
