With Back to School on the horizon, one thing is certain: Schools will be in need of fundraisers. If you’re close to your PTO or PTA, you could suggest a Drive Through Decals fundraiser event to raise money for your school. What is a Drive Through Decals Fundraiser? The premise behind a Drive Through Decals …
Shows, Fairs, Classes, Markets, and More
Craft show season will be upon us soon, and I know that many Cutting for Business readers are already signing up for shows and events. Today, let’s tackle how much inventory you should take to your next show. First, there are no set rules on how much inventory you should take. You should strive to …
To wrap up our talk on craft shows, I’m sharing my favorite craft show tips. 22 Craft Show Tips and Tricks Before the Show At the Show After the Show
I’ve talked a lot about craft shows lately on Cutting for Business. Today, I’m discussing the differences between the two main types of craft shows: Juried vs Non-juried craft shows. In general, juried craft shows require potential sellers to submit an application and product samples; while non-juried craft shows accept sellers on a first come, …
Having a hard time finding craft shows – or finding out about them too late? Today, let’s take a look at ways to find local craft shows and fairs. 5 Ways to Find Craft Shows in Your Area Use a Craft Show Directory Online Some good places to start include: Festival Net, CraftMaster News (by …
I am seeing more and more readers report that they are signing up for craft shows. (Yay!) Craft shows can be great sources of income. However, the one thing about craft show customers is that many are more likely to purchase when they can leave your shop with their product. I thought that today would …
I’ve said it before and it bears saying again: Craft shows are always a gamble. Despite your best efforts, there’s no guarantee for any show that it will be profitable. Today, I’m sharing four tips to help you overcome a disappointing craft show. 4 Tips to Overcome a Disappointing Craft Show Don’t Leave Early You’ll …
With the changing of seasons from Winter to Spring, you’ll likely see more craft shows and fairs popping up. While I’ve shared a lot of information related to fairs and markets before, I realized I haven’t given you any advice on how to choose craft shows that might work best for your business. The best …
I’ve got a lot of information on Cutting for Business about preparing and attending craft shows. Today, I’m rounding it up into one place so it’s easier to find. The Ultimate Guide to Craft Shows for Sellers