Earning Money from Crafts

There are two major ways of selling crafts, direct selling such as craft fairs, galleries and wholesalers or indirect selling which is mainly through the internet. For craft fairs and shows, first attend a number of them to determine if one has a craft that is good enough to sell. One can seek the opinion of judges who review and select work for fairs and shows. For any selected fair, find out the kind of people who attend, what the turnout normally is, how much it costs to exhibit one’s crafts and whether it is necessary to obtain a license.

Sign up early for fairs because the best places go to those who sign up early. Indicate any awards received, years of experience and add photographs of craft samples to enhance the chances of being selected. Participate in shows at malls to assess customer interest and also polish your selling skills.
Keep expenses low by starting small and renting, borrowing or sharing a booth. Sell different types of products that offer the buyer a choice between low to high priced goods. In determining the variety and quantity of products to sell, consider the cost of transportation and the space available for display. Use a credit card machine to make payment easy for customers and also to avoid bounced checks from strangers.

Arrange for help to ensure that during the fair, there is someone always available to attend to customers. Create and update a website to attract customers. Build a database by encouraging visitors to leave their contact details, particularly e-mail address, at fairs. Distribute flyers with product lines and contact details for people who will want to buy after the fair. Many people often buy after and not during the fair.