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Author : Donald A. Clark
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 47,8 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Handicraft
ISBN : 1579906508
Author : Mallory Whitfield
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 13,1 MB
Release : 2015-02-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781535086615
Have you ever wanted to sell your handmade crafts or artwork at local craft fairs, but have no idea where to start? Or maybe you've taken the first step and have tried selling your art at a craft show or two, but now you're looking for ideas on how to sell more, how to make your booth more appealing to customers and where to find more venues to sell your handmade goods? You've come to the right place! I've been selling my own handmade creations, as well as the work of other artists, at a variety of craft shows and other events since 2004. I've learned a lot of lessons the hard way, and now I'm sharing them here with you so that you can learn from my experiences! In this book, I'll cover the basics of getting started selling at craft fairs, as well as how to design a great looking booth, how to give outstanding customer service & sell more and even how to find and create additional events at which to sell your handmade work. WHAT IT INCLUDES: - how to define your target market - where to find good shows - how much should I spend on a booth fee at a show? - how to make your booth look great - promoting your show & getting your customers there - my craft show tips & tricks - dealing with crazy weather & unexpected events - theft prevention - craft show supply checklist - how to give great customer service - how to use craft shows to create after-the-show sales - alternative venues to sell your work, beyond traditional craft shows - how to create your own events to sell at - tracking your inventory - how to create a personal & business spending plan - big hunkin' list of craft show resources WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR: This book will be most useful for someone new to selling at craft shows. I do cover more advanced topics as well though, including how to define your target market, visual merchandising, inventory tracking, and creating a business spending plan. The book includes worksheets along the way to help you. The information in this book is based on my experiences, selling in the United States, mostly in Louisiana. However, most of the information contained here is useful to anyone around the world who is interested in setting up a booth at craft shows, festivals or conventions. WHY I KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT: I did my first craft show in 2004. It was the Alternative Media Expo, put on by Antigravity Magazine here in New Orleans. I sold a few things, and learned a LOT of things. And I haven't looked back! I've done all sorts of events since then. I have sold regularly at the Frenchmen Art Market, and have done festivals around the New Orleans area including Bayou Boogaloo, Gretna Heritage Festival, Freret Market, New Orleans Earth Day Festival, and many, many more. As one of the founding members of the New Orleans Craft Mafia, I've even organized a variety of events, both with the group and on my own. As a group, we've created a monthly art market and the annual Last Stop Shop holiday market. On my own, I've also hosted home shopping parties, trunk shows and pop-up shops. In 2007, as one of the winners of Etsy's Upcycling contest, I even traveled cross-country to San Francisco to participate in Bazaar Bizarre at Maker Faire!
Author : Stephanie Ennis
Publisher : Zen Mastery Srl
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 27,86 MB
Release : 2021-02-13
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9786069837542
Crafting: The Ultimate Guide on How to Make a Living From Crafting, Learn Different Arts and Crafts That Can Help You Earn Cash Are you a crafty person? Are you into making different arts and crafts projects for fun? How about making some money out of all these arts and crafts projects? You might have noticed that craft shows are everywhere nowadays and if you are a serious crafter, you can take this as an opportunity to earn some serious money. Before turning your hobby into a money-making business, you need to make sure you arm yourself with all the essential information you need so that you have a perfect idea of what you're getting into before you start. This book will teach you everything you need to know when you want to make money from your arts and crafts projects. You will learn the do's and don't, and the ins and outs on how to do business using your hobby. You will discover the ways on how you can turn your crafting hobby into a business that can earn you good money. This book will discuss the following topics: Arts and Crafts Basics Main Types of Crafts Creating a Concept Supplies and Skills Marketing For an Arts and Crafts Business Arts and Crafts Fairs Successful Business Mindset If you've been crafting for years and have even sold some pieces here or there, it can be time to seriously consider making a full-fledged business out of it. It can be a sideline for you or a main source of income. The decision is up to you but the market is there and you have an opportunity to make some serious money from it. If you want to learn more about how you can earn money from your crafting business, scroll up and click "add to cart" now.
Author : Steph Hung
Publisher : Roost Books
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 14,76 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1611801486
Presents step-by-step, illustrated instructions for thirty-five simple projects covering a wide range of techniques, from sewing to paper cutting to painting, including candy board games, nickname handkerchiefs, and hand-drawn pillows.
Author : Alison McNicol
Publisher :
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 25,23 MB
Release : 2011-01-02
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781908707017
Wish you could turn your talent for making lovely things into cash? Bored of the 9 to 5 and dreaming of starting your own crafty business, but not sure where to start? Then this is the book for you ! The Craft Business Handbook has ALL the information you need to get started making money from your crafts - NOW ! From setting up as a proper business, producing and pricing your goods for maximum sales and profit, to the various options for selling online, at craft fairs, trade shows and getting your products into retailers, right through to gaining magazine coverage, promoting your business online and managing your business as it grows, this is THE essential guide for any would-be crafty entrepreneur! Whether you're just considering getting started with a crafty business idea, or already selling your wares and looking for ways to grow your business ( think sales reps, fulfillment houses and more!), this handy book - written by craft business expert Alison McNicol - shares tons of insider tips, practical information, and shows how you too can achieve Craft Business success! PLUS - some of the most successful crafty business people around share their stories - how they started and grew their successful craft businesses - prepare to be inspired with in-depth interviews from some of your favorite crafty entrepreneurs around! About The Author Alison McNicol is a serial crafty entrepreneur who has launched several successful craft businesses, selling her products in stores worldwide. She is also the author of several successful craft and craft business books, and founder of The Craft Business Community.com, an online community that provides resources and networking opportunities for crafty entrepreneurs from all over the world. Alison is also author of Craft Business Heroes: How We Did It ( 30 Creative Entrepreneurs Share the Secrets of Their Success)- a companion book to the Craft Business Handbook, featuring 30 more interviews from leading craft entrrepreneurs - Amy Butler, Amy Karol, Sublime Stitching's Jenny Hart, Subversive Cross Stitch founder Julie Jackson and tons more !
Author : Donald A. Clark
Publisher : Lark Books (NC)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,78 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Art galleries, Commercial
ISBN : 9781579906504
A comprehensive guide on crafting as a business, from developing a product to drafting a business plan, from sales and marketing to gallery exhibitions.
Author : Kathryn Caputo
Publisher : Betterway Publications
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 39,49 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781558704008
Starting with the basics and exploring all the exciting possibilities, this friendly guide helps hobbyists launch a successful and rewarding crafts business. Professional crafter and crafts show producer Caputo shares her first-hand experience on creating a unique and marketable line of products, taking care of business, and much more.
Author : Circle Craft (Association)
Publisher :
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 49,48 MB
Release : 1977
Category : Handicraft
ISBN :
Author : Amy Sedaris
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 12,75 MB
Release : 2014-03-04
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1455584436
The New York Times bestselling craft guide that inspired the hit new TV show, At Home With Amy Sedaris It's often been said that ugly people craft and attractive people have sex. In Simple Times, Amy Sedaris sets the record straight and delivers a book that will forever change the world of crafting. Demonstrating that crafting is one of life's more pleasurable and constructive leisure activities, Sedaris shows that anyone with a couple of hours to kill and access to pipe cleaners can join the elite society of crafters. You will discover how to make popular crafts such as Pompom Ringworms and Seashell Toilet Seat Covers, all while avoiding the most common crafting accidents (sawdust fires, feather asphyxia, pine cone lodged in throat). You will cook your own edible crafts, from a Crafty Candle Salad to Sugar Skulls, with many more recipes and craft ideas that will inspire you to create your very own hastily constructed obscure d'arts. Praise for Simple Times "Amy Sedaris is a kookier, kitschier version of Martha Stewart...Simple Times is an ideal gift for the crafter who has crafted everything." - Associated Press "A wildly cheeky guide." -- InStyle "For anyone who's ever collected hats crocheted together...or simply for fans of Amy Sedaris and her idiosyncratic sense of humor." -- New York Times Book Review
Author : Sarah Ramberg
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 22,47 MB
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1510756183
Add a flannel flair to every corner of your life with this creative collection of DIY crafts: pillow covers, tote bags, fabric pumpkins, coasters, bookmarks, and more! Very few fabrics elicit such a cozy feeling as flannel. With its universal appeal and inexpensive cost, flannel is a terrific medium to create new décor for your home, a unique accessory to wear, or a thoughtful gift to give. Featuring more than fifty easy-to-follow tutorials, Crafting with Flannel is full of creative and inspired crafts appropriate for all ages and skill levels. From quick and easy projects that take just minutes to make, to more robust ideas on a larger scale, the step-by-step instructions inside this book will help you create: Handmade gifts Personalized accessories Cozy home décor Festive holiday trimmings And so much more! Plaid never goes out of style, so channel the flannel and start crafting with it!