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7 Essential Tips for Accepting Credit Cards at Craft Shows

September 30, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

The more payment options you can give your craft show customers, the better. Accepting credit cards will increase your in-person show sales and also give your business a more professional feel. Many people don’t carry much cash so you won’t have to turn down potential business if you plan ahead to allow credit cards. Here […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: craft show, credit cards, credit cards as payment, tips for accepting payments

How to Create a Press Release for Your Handmade Business

September 23, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

A press release is a written statement from your company announcing something big and amazing. It’s directed at the media in your chosen industry, usually to stir up a buzz around a new product line or accomplishment. If you have a large marketing budget you can hire a PR professional, or you can even write […]

Filed Under: Public Relations Tagged With: beginner business, Business Advice, press release

6 Ways to Get into a New Craft Scene After You Move

September 16, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

When you change your city, state, or even country it can be intimidating to get into the new craft scene. Moving is stressful enough, and then you’ll have to find other crafters and events. I’ve been there (as have many others) and it might not even be your choice to move somewhere else. I recommend […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: craft, craft business advice, new to craft fair, Tips

5 Unexpected Items to Use in a Craft Show Display

September 9, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

  Whether you’ve been doing craft shows for a while or are just getting started, there is always room to improve your booth display. If you want to add some color, dimension, or texture to your space there are many low-cost or even free options. Crystals, picture frames, and even plants are some of my […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: craft show, craft show display, ideas for craft show, materials for craft show

Should You Offer Samples of Your Products at Craft Shows?

August 17, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

Lots of vendors hand out samples at craft shows. It’s an easy way to draw in shoppers and entice them to try your products. I mean, who doesn’t like a sample when they’re shopping?! But is it right for your handmade business to give them out at a show? This depends on what kind of […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: advertising, Business Advice, Tips

9 Tips for an Amazing Fall Craft Show Season

August 3, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

Craft fairs in the fall months can be very profitable. Shoppers are looking for holiday gifts, Halloween costumes, and seasonal home decor for the rest of the year. If you plan ahead of time and bring the right kind of products, the fall shows will go smoothly for your handmade business. Let’s look at the […]

Filed Under: Sales Tips Tagged With: Business Advice, craft, sales tips, Selling Advice, Tips

How to Make a Media Contact Section for Your Website

July 24, 2020 by Rebecca George 1 Comment

You always want more press coverage for your handmade business- so how should the media contact you? There are a lot of names for a media page- “press page,” “contact info,” etc. Essentially you want to make a centralized section where bloggers, event planners, local news, and magazine editors can reach you if needed. You […]

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How to Get More Views on Etsy

July 17, 2020 by Rebecca George 2 Comments

It’s generally accepted that the more views you get the more sales you’ll have on Etsy. You want to draw in clicks from your target market and potential customers, so your SEO has to be as optimized as possible. Other ways to increase views include social media promotion, working with blogs, and networking. Here are […]

Filed Under: Etsy Tips Tagged With: Etsy, Rebecca George

Increase Your Revenue Stream by Teaching Your Craft!

July 3, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

Teaching an artsy class is a rewarding and fun way to make more money and meet new people. I’ve been leading craft workshops for several years now and it has been amazing! The attendees are so creative and really enjoy doing something they might not usually get the chance to explore. It has allowed me […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: craft business advice, sales tips, teaching, Tips

How to Start Your Own Local Craft Show

June 29, 2020 by Rebecca George Leave a Comment

Every independent craft show started with a great idea by a creative person (or persons). If you’re lacking for options in your city or are wanting an event on a particular date, why not start your own? If you’re good at organization and event planning that’s great, or you can team up with a crafter […]

Filed Under: General Advice Tagged With: craft business advice, Rebecca George, Tips

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