jamieline Posted March 23, 2019 Report Posted March 23, 2019 Just finished my first show and had a great day. I want to say thanks to Iggy (Scott) for all his help and advice. He has posted numerous videos and answers any question. Not always found in this day. Big thanks to Iggy. Had a great time taking with people and the other vendors. Now looking forward to my second show. Jim John B, Rob, kmmcrafts and 5 others 8 Quote
kmmcrafts Posted March 24, 2019 Report Posted March 24, 2019 Iggy is awesome for taking the time to post all the info he has.. I'll come in handy for me one day when I do my craft events.. I hope to do some shows in the next couple years.. Quote
John B Posted March 24, 2019 Report Posted March 24, 2019 Glad you had a good day Jim. I think that having a chat to other stall holders and the public is the icing on the cake at markets. upward and onward. Quote
jamieline Posted March 24, 2019 Author Report Posted March 24, 2019 A couple of other crafters asked if I would do it again and also said it could become additive. Right now I think it might become additive. It was a lot of work getting ready but I really enjoyed just sitting at the saw and cutting. I was not sitting in front of the TV so it was a good thing. Jim Quote
JTTHECLOCKMAN Posted March 24, 2019 Report Posted March 24, 2019 Yes it is alot of work but the talking to the customers and other vendors makes it worth while. That is just a huge part that is missed out when selling on line. That personal touch and talking up your hobby. You will develop a following after a few shows and people start recognizing you. Word of mouth is good advertising. I enjoy that and play off it many times. What slows you down and has me is age and the ability to carry all the props needed to set up. That is the down side unless you have young help. What is good about the school show I do they have students there all day to help on the way in and on the way out. Saves alot of trips along with a good cart. danny, John B and Jim Finn 3 Quote
ike Posted March 25, 2019 Report Posted March 25, 2019 I tried selling on line and didn't care that much for it . No personal contact I have sold on large sales but I lie the Small church sales best . I just enjoy the sale better I know the sales are not as large but I have a better time. i just do them do them make enough to pay for my hobby and use ally make about $1000 profit. IKE JTTHECLOCKMAN 1 Quote
bcdennis Posted March 25, 2019 Report Posted March 25, 2019 I usually do 5 or 6 crafts fairs at the end of the year. I really look forward to that first one but by the last one I am ready to be done. John B 1 Quote
John B Posted April 11, 2019 Report Posted April 11, 2019 Perseverance is the key. We have a monthly street market in Kalgoorlie. Many years ago when I was retired from the Police Force I started making toys etc in my shed, with no other thought than the enjoyment in making them. My wife suggested we take them to the markets. started slow, but within 6 months we had people looking for "the toy makers stall". The main thing is to have fun. Jim Finn 1 Quote
teachnlearn Posted June 29, 2019 Report Posted June 29, 2019 We are having 90 degree temps here. I would be a melted puddle in an hour. RJF Quote
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