William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog April 2004 Archive

Securing Outdoor Booth at Night
"How do you go about securing your outdoor booth at night? I plan to attend some shows this year that will outdoors and will span two or more days. ... Read More

Sunday April 25, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

New to Shows
"I would like to get started selling my crafts at craft shows in and around Dallas/Fort Worth Texas. I really don't know the "dos" and "don'ts" of craft show ... Read More

Sunday April 25, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Tough Spring Shows!
From "CHLES": "Oh, boy, can these Spring shows be tough! Just did one last weekend, more to keep my name on the organizer's mailing list for the big fall show ... Read More

Sunday April 25, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Do You Need to get a Business License?
From "spunday7s": "I am interested in selling handmade jewelry both online and at shows, but before I get myself into something I don't know anything about, I would like to ... Read More

Sunday April 18, 2004 | permalink | comments (1)

Securing EZ-Up
"Need suggestions on how to "tie down" or secure an EZ-Up tent for a windy outdoor show."

Sunday April 18, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Accepting Credit Cards
"I've been reading thru all the discussions and thank you everyone for all the information you send to each other. You've helped me a lot from canopies to pricing. I'm ... Read More

Sunday April 18, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Site Advice
"We have just started a website that sells bath and body items. Eventually many other types of products will be sold there but for now, just a start. Anybody have ... Read More

Sunday April 11, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

New to the Craft Show Business
From "pattyann2000": "I'm just starting in the craft show business. I would welcome any advice about choosing a show, what type of displays work the best and anything that ... Read More

Sunday April 11, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Has Anyone Used CCnow?
"I'm checking out putting my items on the web and don't like Paypal at all. I know html and can fiddle with JavaScript but I can't for the life of ... Read More

Sunday April 11, 2004 | permalink | comments (10)

Selling Through Country Sampler
From "sandeeds": "Has anyone had experience selling through catalogs like Country Sampler?"

Monday April 5, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Selling Tea at Craft Shows?
"I'm trying to start my own craft business and I was wondering if you guys think that my own brand of tea would sell good? Or should I just stick to ... Read More

Monday April 5, 2004 | permalink | comments (1)

Craft Tent
"I am looking for a craft tent. Does anyone know where I could buy a cheap one to start with or have any ideas? Is it worth getting one at all?"

Monday April 5, 2004 | permalink | comments (2)