William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog May 2004 Archive

Should I Become a Business?
"I am an artist that sells palm tree paintings. I am also trying to sell paintings of pets. I have been an award-winning college grad in art shows; people love ... Read More

Sunday May 23, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

License to Sell to Stores
"Do you need a business license to participate in craft fairs, or to sell your stuff to local stores? I am interested in doing a local craft show in ... Read More

Sunday May 23, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Storage of Bags
From "Formfunctio1": "Where does everyone store their bags and boxes at "checkout"? Is there a system that works for you? I have been storing things under a nearby table but ... Read More

Sunday May 23, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Protecting your Money at Shows
From "Editht": "I have a cash box, but I don't know how safe that will be if I am up talking to a customer and have my back turned on ... Read More

Sunday May 16, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

What Should a Hangtag Include?
"Everywhere I've read, it states that a quality piece of work always has a hangtag, kind of along the lines of a signature. It adds value to the piece. Anyway, ... Read More

Sunday May 16, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

What NOT to do at a Craft Show
"We have all read what to do at craft shows, but what advice would you have for those starting out of what not to do? I will get it rolling... ... Read More

Sunday May 16, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Colors and Sales
From "Anonomousy": "I was just reading an article that relates colors and sales. I've always heard that the color "red" makes people feel "rushed" which is why it is ... Read More

Sunday May 9, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

How to Start Selling Crafts
"I'm looking for some help on how to sell handmade crafts. I know people say craft shows, but I want to make it into a business... Do I rent a ... Read More

Sunday May 9, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Burned-Out and Frustrated
"I am a polymer clay artist/crafter who is at the end of my rope. I can't seem to do anything right anymore... I haven't done a show in over ... Read More

Sunday May 9, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Awning/Rain Protection
"Does anyone who has been in an outside craft show during rainy or windy weather have suggestions regarding the type of plastic/tarp, etc. that works best for the price to ... Read More

Sunday May 2, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Finding Shows?
From "Raggy88": "Where do you find information about shows you attend? Any good Web pages that helped you grow your business?"

Sunday May 2, 2004 | permalink | comments (0)

Free Shopping Cart?
"I am helping a lady with her Web site. I just wanted to ask everyone's opinion on a good free shopping cart. Or should she just go with a PayPal ... Read More

Sunday May 2, 2004 | permalink | comments (1)