Docupton Posted February 20, 2012 Report Posted February 20, 2012 Well I've just been invited to display my wares at a local craft fair, I accepted but not sure how I'll cope, I'm much happier tucked up alone in my workshop than facing the public trying to sell. This will be the first time I've tried to sell anything I've made, wish me luck... Quote
Robert Phillips Posted February 20, 2012 Report Posted February 20, 2012 Hi Doc good luck I am planning on doing one in November after I have built up a bit of stock. What items are you taking? Quote
Jim Finn Posted February 20, 2012 Report Posted February 20, 2012 Good luck Doc. I was, where you are, 3 years ago. I enjoy making sawdust more than selling my crafted items but it is very encouraging to hear what folks say about your efforts. Selling requires that you interact with the potential buyers. You need to speak with all the lookers. Just a nice "good morning" will do wonders for sales and will make the whole experience more fun. My attitude is: I sell my stuff just so that I can make more and not just throw it out. I eventualy got a credit card machine, last year, and it doubled my sales. Quote
edward Posted February 20, 2012 Report Posted February 20, 2012 Good luck Doc, I don't think you will have any problems, its much easier then you think, just smile and greet the people, I been donin shows for five years now. The money I make just feeds my hobby Edward Quote
Dan Posted February 21, 2012 Report Posted February 21, 2012 I hear ya doc. I was the same way. My wife made me do a craft show to pay for my addiction and it was a lot more fun than I thought. Most folks are friendly and if you give them a "good morning", they will eye your goods a little longer...and maybe buy. When I started getting customers that actually looked for my booth, it put me on cloud 9. At that point, the money just became an after thought (sort of). Good luck and just have fun! Quote
Docupton Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Posted February 21, 2012 Thank you all for your encouragement, after reading your comments maybe it wont be as bad as i fear. D day is March 10th, I'll let you know how it goes. Quote
Docupton Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Posted February 21, 2012 Hi Robert, I will be taking a mixed bag of things so that i can get a feel for what people want, I have signs, logo's, clocks, simple ornaments and portraits. I wish you all the best for november, I've managed to put together 75 items, not a lot i know but lets see how it goes. Quote
DWSUDEKUM Posted February 22, 2012 Report Posted February 22, 2012 +1Doc one word of advice talk to the folks on the other side of the table. Just talk to them. If they ask how in the world you made something - tell them. You will be surprised to find out that the majority of the time if you have a good assortment that it will sell themselves practically. Be friendly and above all have fun. They will pass by if they perceive that the person behind the table is unfriendly. DW Quote
Docupton Posted February 24, 2012 Author Report Posted February 24, 2012 Thanks DW, I think i had better take my wife along, she'll talk to anybody.... Quote
Old Dust Posted February 24, 2012 Report Posted February 24, 2012 One item I have found to often pay for my booth fee is a NAME SIGN. I also have a 3x5 card stating "YES! We Make Name Signs." A sample such as "The SMITH'S" shows what you can do and that frequent name will often sell off your table. "The JONES" also sells readily. I cut mine from ceder fencing and use Finnish Birch backing. My normal charge is $2 per letter or symbol (i.e. cactus, logo, etc.) plus $15 material. You can get $3 per letter too. Add shipping if you have to mail it. John Old Dust Quote
Docupton Posted February 26, 2012 Author Report Posted February 26, 2012 Thats a good thought Old dust, thats something i might have to try. Quote
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