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Paying Taxes on Craft Show Sales

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

At the end of the year, you are going to tally all of the revenue you have made and then subtract all of the expenses this should give you a fairly accurate amount as a net income from your craft show business. This is going to be the amount that you will pay tax on. So, what can you do to limit the amount of tax you pay on your craft show business? Here are three tips you can use: Keep track of ALL expenses Everything from the lunch you had to purchase at a craft show to the fees for running a website if it is related to your business, then you need to make sure you include it as an expense of running the business. By being diligent with the receipts you save, you can reduce your taxes a great deal at the end of the year. Hire a tax professional It might cost you a few dollars to hire someone to do your taxes, but it sure beats having to do them on your own. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Spice Up Your Craft Show Booth

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

It isn't easy. You need to use your imagination, and you also need to use a little bit of creativity and marketing savvy in order to get those valued customers to open up their wallets and purses in your craft show booth. Here are 4 ideas for displaying crafts in order to attract more sales: 1.) Display in surroundings Let's say you are a potter, and you are trying to sell your flower pots for the upcoming spring flood of gardening gifts. Why not take a half dozen planters (or more) and plant a beautiful array of flowers and plants in them? When people can visualize how the planter is going to look in their yard, they are usually more inclined to make a purchase. Help people ˜see' your craft in their homes, and you increase the chance of a sale. 2.) Mannequins for clothes This is a little bit of an offshoot of the last one, however I think it does bear mentioning. If you are making clothes or scarves or handkerchiefs, it is always helpful to display these wares on something that would show the buyer how it might look on them. No space for mannequins? **End Summary** Topics: Craft Shows]]> Craft Fairs]]> Craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Craft Shows Finding One Near You

Mon, 28 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

In response to several queries I have had over the past few months, I have compiled a list of places where you can find a craft show near you. This information is only as accurate as the last updates made to the websites I have listed, so it is always a good idea to make a phone call or two to see if the shows in your area are still up and running. Following are a variety of directories and listings for craft shows across North America: http://www.craftsitedirectory.com/craftshows/index.html - This directory is filled with links to regional and specialized craft shows across the country. http://www.craftlister.com/ - This site boasts over 13,000 listing for craft shows from all over. Once again it has regional shows and also provides a description of many of the craft shows available. A login to view detailed information is required. http://www.craftsfairguide.com/ - This listing not only provides craft shows, but for a fee you can get detailed information and reviews on the craft shows that are on this site. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

5 Hobbies You Can Turn Into Craft Show Profits

Mon, 21 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The problem is, some of us don't realize the value of the hobbies we are creating. People flock to craft shows from all over just to see and purchase many of the ˜hobbies' that we have. What a great thing to be paid for what you love to do! Here are 5 popular hobbies that you can turn into craft show profits: 1.) Painting People are often looking for interesting pieces of art to compliment the rooms in their home. It is not unusual for some art to go for $50, $75 or even $100 or more per piece! 2.) Woodworking Woodworker create a variety of wonderful crafts everything from furniture to birdhouses, and these have a wonderful value at craft shows. People usually believe that handmade crafts are much better quality than similar items that are made in a factory or other setting. 3.) Knitting If you are a power knitter and you can pump out socks, hats, scarves and sweaters, people are willing to pay a fortune for these items. Crochet is very similar. **End Summary** Topics: Craft Shows]]> Craft Fairs]]> Craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Pricing Your Way To A Better Craft Show Profit

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400

In the past I have talked about this, however, in this article I am going to show you how I come up with prices for my crafts. Maybe this will help you figure out what the price of your craft should be. I have 3 criteria that I use for deciding what my sale price is going to be: 1.) ALL costs I think this could be the number one mistake for crafters who are not making a steady profit especially on a craft that is selling well. Your costs are far more than just the cost of the materials and a little bit of labor. You need to think of the costs associate with: legal and accounting fees, transportation to get materials, travel to shows, craft show registration, labor costs everything! You need to keep an accurate account of the costs associated with running your craft show business, so you can adjust your price accordingly. 2.) At least double In most cases I would say people can get away with doubling their costs to come up with a sale price. **End Summary** Topics: Craft Shows]]> Craft Fairs]]> Craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

4 Things You DIDN'T Know About Making Money At Craft Shows

Sat, 31 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400

In fairness, for some of you long-time craft show warriors, this might be review. And in reality, there is only so much to know and then the rest is probably learned from experiencing the actual craft shows themselves. But, take a look at the 4 things I have included in this article, and then you can judge for yourself! Here are 4 things you didn't know about making money at craft shows: 1.) Double, triple or more your cost That's right! If you are making a craft for $4 each, depending on the craft, you can double the price minimum likely triple it, and possibly charge more. One of the biggest problems with crafters is that they sell their crafts short and it affects the bottom line. Figure out your cost, and then make as much as you can on it! 2.) Added value sells crafts It likely doesn't even matter how valuable the added items are, but the perception from the buyer is that are ˜receiving' more. This can be a powerful tool in selling your crafts. **End Summary** Topics: Craft Shows]]> Craft Fairs]]> Craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Using Artistic Flair For Your Craft Show Crafts

Sun, 25 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400

While most craft show enthusiasts will consider to some degree that their creation is a piece of art, others consider art to be things like paintings, drawings, or other art. What are some common forms of art that can be popular at craft shows? Here are a few ideas to help you succeed selling your masterpieces at craft shows. Painting Yes, that beautiful landscape drawing might just be the ticket to successful craft show sales. There are some tremendous advantages to using paintings in a craft show: you can always make prints of popular pictures, you often have several different ones to display, they don't cost a tremendous amount to product (except time), and you can usually sell popular paintings for a decent dollar. For the aspiring full-time artist, this might be a great way to get your name in front of people. Photography Millions of people love to take pictures. Millions more like to look at those images. Create the right picture the one that create vivid memories or emotions in the people at the craft shows, and you'll likely have a sale. **End Summary** Topics: Craft Shows]]> Craft Fairs]]> Craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Small Things That Make Craft Show Profits Bigger

Sun, 11 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Of course, the small things related to your craft are important, but the small things related to craft show booth, the appearance of the staff inside the booth, and how you interact with customers all has something to do with the overall success of the sales at your craft show. Here are a few of the ˜small things' that you can do in order to add a little more to your craft show success: Pay attention to appearance That means everything from your booth to you! If your craft show booth is in disarray, you aren't going to attract as many customers the way you would if you had your booth neatly arranged and in order. But, one thing that is often overlook as well, is your appearance at a craft show. Look like a professional! You don't have to dress in a suit or skirt, but having a neat and presentable appearance is going to help people form a better first impression of you and ultimately your crafts. Interact with customers Some people shudder at the thought of doing any more than just taking people's money at a craft show. No talking and nobody gets hurt, right? Wrong! **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Ideas for an Interactive Craft Show Booth

Sun, 04 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500

One of the ways you can attract new customers and cater to the old customers at craft shows is to make a few alterations to your craft show booth. I think adding a few interactive displays might be one of the tickets to adding a little ˜WOW' to your booth, and possibly enticing buyers to fork over a few dollars for your craft show item. Here are a few ideas for making your craft show booth a little more interactive: Rolling PowerPoint presentation You may have already been into a few booths that have this sort of interactive display. This is work by having a computer inside the booth with a PowerPoint slide show that shows customers a few interesting things about your products. It might include the construction of the craft show item, alternatives to your craft, where they might be able to find supplies¦ etc. You can make this as creative and appealing as possible to attract a variety of new clients. Have a television inside the booth Not to show the latest reality show, news broadcast or soap opera it will be to show a video or DVD related to your craft show item. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Extra Profits At Your Craft Show Booth

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500

I would say the best way to do this is to have a few extras in your craft show booth that aren't full crafts. What do I mean by this? Well, below are a couple of ideas that you can use to improve the overall bottom line in your craft show booth: Pieces for your craft You make and sell your craft and it might be a popular craft at that. This means that there could be others out there that take part in your craft as well. For example: if you had a booth that had crocheted items, why not have a few needles, some yarn samples and maybe a few other odds and ends that you can purchase inexpensively, and then sell at a little bit of a profit. People who enjoy the same craft as you might not only buy your crafts, but they might be inspired by your work and want to do their own so give them the chance by providing them with a few materials! Items that compliment your craft These are a few things that can work with your crafts. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Hiring For Your Craft Show Business

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500

What sort of things should you consider? What do you want your employee to do? Is the expense of an employee, or you going to make more money, or is it going to cost you more in the end? These are some of the questions you are going to have to ask yourself before you decide to add to your workforce. Here are 4 things you should consider before you decide to hire: Cost vs. Profit Having an employee can certainly increase your production, and even help you make more sales. But, it is important to consider whether an employee with wages and expenses is going to warrant the added expense in a growth of profit. If you are in a position where you cannot keep up with the demand for your craft, and people may be willing to pay a little more for it to get it, then it might be time to hire another set of hands. A capable employee Are you going to have to struggle to find someone to fill your position, and excel at it? Or, do you already have someone in mind? **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Be Choosy About Your Craft Shows

Sat, 10 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500

After a while you start to wonder¦ why are there so few people coming to the craft show? That's a valid question. You just spent $200 to secure a booth, so you need to make several sales in order to make it worth your while. But, those sales just don't seem to be coming. After you have been to a few craft shows, you'll probably be able to figure out which one are worth it, and which aren't. But, you can eliminate this trial and error experience just by doing a little homework ahead of time. Here are four things you can do before you spend money on a craft show booth: Go as a spectator first If you are looking for new shows to sell your crafts at, you might want to be a spectator for the first year. You can make notes on traffic, traffic patterns, most popular items at the craft show, among other things. The value of seeing what you are getting into to start is going to help you filter out the crafts shows that aren't worth the price of admission. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Craft Show Merchant Accounts

Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500

There is a much easier way in today's technological world. It's easy, it's inexpensive, and there are a number of providers out there willing to tailor a package that works with your business. Merchant accounts are set up with merchant account providers these are third party providers that set up your service with a major credit card company. They can provide a variety of options for accepting credit cards, including: - Card swiping machines (good for craft shows that have Internet accessibility) - Internet Access Accounts (you type the customer number in and it provides you with authorization) - Remote card swiping machines (wireless units that provide you flexibility for making sales You can discuss with the merchant account provider what the best package would be for you and your craft show business. But, there are a few things to watch for when dealing with merchant account providers: Hidden charges This is not a free service so don't let anyone tell you they can do everything you want for nothing. Do your research on the company you choose and find out where they are charging you. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Craft Show Booth Pizzazz How You Can Do It!

Sat, 20 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Once the traffic gets there, how can you make the sale? Well, for one, some people looking to buy crafts just know what they want when they see it¦ so any kind of attention-seeking technique is probably not going to work. But, for many others, the key to the sale might lie in the ˜extras' that you have in your booth. Following are 4 things you can do in your booth to add a little touch of perceived value to your crafts, and attract a little bit of attention to your booth in the process. 1.) Lesson time Let's say you have a crochet booth. You want to bring traffic into your booth, and you want them to get the knack of how your craft might work, or how they might be a part of the type of craft you are making. So, why not have a 15 minute lesson 3 times during the day to get people active in your booth. If you have the room, show them a few loops and it might just push a few people over the top to purchase something from your store. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Craft Show Tax Season

Sat, 13 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500

With a little creativity and stellar bookkeeping, you can make the job of figuring out taxes a whole lot easier. Here are a few tips to make the tax process easier, and a couple of ways you might consider to save some money in the end: The cost of doing business Keep the receipts for anything that you have to spend money on related to running your business. This means everything from the gas in your vehicle (usually calculated with a set mileage amount), to production costs, right to the professional advice you seek for helping you with your taxes. These are all costs related to your craft show business and building your crafts, and they can be deducted from the overall gross income you have made during the year. Hire a professional Whether you hire a tax accountant, or a tax lawyer to provide you with the guidelines for calculating and filing your taxes they will provide you with a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you keep as much money in your pocket and out of the greedy grasp of the tax man. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Best Position at a Craft Show

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Traffic means profit make no bones about it the law of averages will tell you that the more people you attract to your craft show booth, the more sales you will make. So, carefully planning where you want to have your booth set up, is nearly as important as what you have in the booth to buy. In some cases, you will be assigned a spot at the craft show but many larger craft shows will have a floor plan provided to prospective vendors ahead of time. This lets the vendor decide if there is one place better suited to others in the venue. Paying close consideration to this can help you get into a position where people keep coming, and coming, and coming¦ Here's three things to keep in mind when choosing the position of your craft show booth: 1.) Inner areas While many people will go around the outside loop of the craft show, you should try to get a booth on the inside areas of the craft show. Generally speaking more traffic goes in between the different booths, rather than around them. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

How To Save Money On Craft Show Supplies

Sat, 16 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Finding a supplier that isn't going to cost you an arm and a leg, and still have good quality might be a challenge at first. But, in my experience, it is always better to pay just a little bit more for good quality, than it is to buy bargain basement materials and have your customers be disappointed when the overall quality of your craft is poor. Once you combine your experience with the supplies and the experience of making the craft, you will soon realize where you might be able to save a few pennies on supplies, and where you should just pay for good quality. You'll need to have several excellent sources for supplies that are readily available in order to be a successful crafter. Initial research, then time and experience will be necessary for you to find your best suppliers in terms of cost, quality and promptness of delivery. Here are a few tips on getting the best supplies for the lowest prices: Comparison shop with several vendors, and even after using one or two, keep an eye out for better deals. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]> craft fairs]]> craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Finding The Craft Shows That Are Right For You

Fri, 08 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500

You will not always know if the craftsperson who suggested a show has the same values as you until you check it out for yourself, so this is not always a concrete selection principle. But it's a place to start. If you belong to a craft guild or organization or subscribe to a trade journal, you may be able to get show recommendations there. Several websites are equipped with lists of local and national shows and all the contact information. Also log onto some of the craft forums where you can ask other crafters and look for some consensus on the best shows. You will find information about where and when the show is and who to contact to apply. Once you call or check out their Web site, make sure you apply by the requested deadline. When you call the promoter of the show or visit their Web site if they have one, be sure to ask any of the questions you may have such as: What was the attendance last year and what is this year's expected attendance? How many years have you been producing the show? **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Top Selling Crafts for 2006 Craft Shows

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Here's my top 5 crafts that you can produce (no particular order): 1.) Artificial flower and plant arrangements Let's face it, not everyone has a green thumb. Still, there are many people out there who appreciate the beauty of a good floral arrangement or a nicely made plant. You can find a wide variety of supplies at your local craft store for artificial plants and flowers and at a great price. 2.) Seasonal items Whether you are sewing stockings, or carving pumpkins, people love to buy crafts for seasonal items. Crafts always seem to have a little more sentimental value and they provide a certain ˜hominess' to a room instead of the garden variety decorations you can find at any store. 3.) Toys While this might be bordering on labor intensive, craft-buyers flock to simple and inexpensive toys that are made by hand. In most cases, the toys that have been put together with the care and attention from a crafter will last longer and stand up to the punishment from a child. Good wooden toys are hard to come by so if you have a knack for woodwork, you could make a bundle. 4. **End Summary** Topics: craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Mixing Crafts at a Craft Show

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Here are 4 ways you can mix the crafts in your craft show booth and add a little variety to your business: 1.) Open a seasonal booth People spend millions every year on seasonal items. If you can provide a stocking cap for the winter, or Halloween or Christmas items, then you are going to find real success. If you enjoy making festive items, the sky is the limit you can make items for the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Mother's Day whatever you want! The beauty of being seasonal is that you aren't bound by the same cookie cutter sort of crafts that some crafters make for their booths. Your creativity and your supplies are the only things holding you back. If you come up with an idea that is craft-related, then you can take it and run with it. 2.) Mix similar items together You can have a variety of different sized crafts, or they can be different colors, or maybe there are slight design differences in each of the crafts. All in all, you are adding a little variety to your craft show booth, but still sticking with the general idea of your crafts. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

How To Reduce Craft Show Costs

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500

It's not always easy. You have to be creative with how you pare your craft show costs down. That's what I'm going to help you with. I think there are 4 main ways you can do this, without sacrificing the quality of your craft, nor affecting the overall sales. 1.) Buy in bulk You do it for your groceries in order to save a few pennies, so why not on your craft supplies? If you are buying pipe cleaners (for example) and you only need 10, it might cost you $2 because you are paying for nice packaging and the convenience of only purchasing 10. But, if you bought 100, in a dull cardboard box you might pay $4. The individual cost for the first 10 is $.20 each; the individual cost for the 100 is a measly $.04. All of a sudden you have dropped your cost by $.16 cents on each craft. That's smart business. 2.) Less frequent trips We live in an instant gratification world. If we need something right now, we go and get it. **End Summary** Topics: craftshows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

How To Make Sales After the Craft Show

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500

There are a number of ways that you can do this from setting up a website to setting up a weekly garage sale during the summer. We'll take a look at four ways you can continue making a profit when the doors of another craft show close for the weekend. 1.) Set up a website Studies have shown that more people are becoming comfortable and actually prefer to do their business online. Essentially you could have a craft show that goes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taking the time to set up a website that showcases your crafts and also provides people an avenue to purchase the crafts can be a huge seller for you in the long run. 2.) Have an e-mail list What is the next best thing to having a website? Why not set up an e-mail list top contact people that are interested in your crafts? These could be people that were at a craft show where your products were displayed, and they took a liking to them and wanted to be informed when new and different crafts would be available. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

How To Profit from a Craft Niche

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400

One of the things that you might consider is finding a niche for your craft. Maybe you have some expertise, skill, or interest that might be a creative tool for you to use in creating items for craft shows. Below are some hints to finding what that area might be for you: What interests you? You can take an interest you have and turn it into a craft show success. If you are a gardening hobbyist, why not come up with something every gardener needs. Provide that craft inexpensively and you might have yourself a winning craft for spring craft shows. What do you have knowledge of Maybe you are a model railway buff, along with being a crafter (the two go hand-in-hand) and you want to provide railway buildings or railway terrain for people to use in their own train sets. You have the knowledge of what needs to be built and used so why not combined the two joys in order to come up with one profitable craft show item? What are you good at? - If you are a good cook, then make a quick recipe book. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

How To Have A Profitable Craft Show Booth

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400

In the hustle and bustle of getting ready for a craft show, invariably the one area that usually sees the least amount of effort is the craft show booth. Come on, admit it you haven't really given much thought to how you are going to arrange your crafts and design the booth so that it is easy and appealing for customers to come in. But, when we equate traffic with potential profit at a craft show, it is very easy to see that an increase in traffic will most likely come to a booth that has appeal to it. And once you get the buyers in, your booth needs to make them want to buy. Here are 5 things you need to do to your craft show booth: Clean it Many people are turned off by clutter and disorganization. In fact, they would probably take one look at a dirty and disorganized craft show booth and form an opinion on the craft itself. It probably won't be a good one, either. Access to crafts Humans are sensory beings; if you have potpourri, it needs to be sniffed. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows

Where Craft Show Profits are Lost

Sun, 15 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400

It is important to remember that even though you are doing something you love, trying to make a profit at a craft show is still a business and you need to treat it like one. While it is an enjoyably endeavor, there are a few things you need to keep in mind when you market and sell your crafts in order to increase your profits while you do it. Craft show profits are left on the table in these 3 areas: 1.) Craft expense When you are putting together your crafts for profit, you need to keep a close eye on money that you are spending to build them. Overspending on supplies is probably the biggest mistake made by crafters wishing to make a little extra cash on their goods. Buy in bulk, make deals at the craft store, price check do whatever you can to lower the cost of making your crafts. That is the first step. 2.) Pricing the product How much time do you put into coming up with a retail price for your crafts? This is another area where money is just left on the table at a craft show. **End Summary** Topics: craft shows]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Natalie Goyette shows you how to make your craft show business profitable in her best selling ebook: Craft Show Success Secrets. Visit her site: Craft Shows