William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog September 2003 Archive

Disappointed
"Leanne" from the forum says "I have had 3 craft shows this year and I have not even made my booth fee once!!!! I have an outside show this weekend ... Read More

Monday September 29, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Display Challenged -- Need Help!
"Linda, the frustrated Desert Goddess" comments "I wanted to get some ideas on how to set up an attractive display, and especially for in a 10 x 10 EZ Up ... Read More

Monday September 29, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Crafters and Bad Checks
"Carrie34667" brings up a good topic about some common complaints from promoters towards craftspeople. Do any of these apply to you?

Monday September 29, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Promoting a Craft Web Site
"Margo" says: "Now that I'm pretty much done designing my site can any one help on how to promote it without much expense? I know I should do the search ... Read More

Monday September 22, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Keeping Cash at Shows
"SHAYRONNIE" inquires: "Where do you keep your money at a craft show? Cash box, cash register, money bag, apron w/ pockets, fanny pack, other? Please share what you see as ... Read More

Monday September 22, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Craft Show Jitters
"NYTENN" says: "I am having my first craft show on Sept 27th and am curious what to expect. I make country woodcrafts, wreaths, etc and I was hoping that there ... Read More

Monday September 22, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

No really, I made this!
"KITTYCRAZY" wants information on selling jewelry versus woodwork. Are there any professional jewelry sellers out there with advice?

Monday September 15, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Statistically Speaking
Know of any good sources for statistics of craft-related products? So is this poster in the forum!

Monday September 15, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Pricing?
"dnique1968" says: "I'm fairly new to soapcrafting but generally sell my soaps at craft fairs for about a dollar an ounce with the exception of my specialty soaps, which are ... Read More

Monday September 15, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Sales or Scams?
Do you know anyone who has a sales pitch from one of these companies? If you're wondering if you should do business with them, read this discussion.

Friday September 5, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Indelible Labeling Laws
Baltimore, MD (August 19, 2003) ­ In an effort to curb unfair competition caused by knock-offs and poorly labeled imported products, The Rosen Group has begun a lobbying campaign to ... Read More

Friday September 5, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Credit Card Service Providers
Want some information about current credit card service providers for craftspeople? Check out this recent thread in the Arts/Crafts Business forum!

Friday September 5, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

A Bad First Craft Show
“Shelly” says: “Well, my first show was Aug 30th and I sold one item: a $5.00 wooden cow. My display was very nice and I had a lot of wood ... Read More

Monday September 1, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Craft Mall Mess!
“Barbb” comments: “I became a partner in a "Craft & Antique" Co-op in June. When I joined it was about 1/3 high-end art (where my work fits) and 2/3 ... Read More

Monday September 1, 2003 | permalink | comments (0)

Cash Register Advice
A forum thread with lots of good advice about cash registers. Diane says: “I want something easy to use and easy to program, I am hoping the Royal 115CX fits ... Read More

Monday September 1, 2003 | permalink | comments (1)