William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog March 2005 Archive

Craft Shows Versus Web Sites
Defining the differences and comparing the similarities can help improve upon each of these sides to your business.

Sunday March 27, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Future of Online Marketing for your Craft Business
Some things to expect of online marketing? More and more buyers for one thing!

Sunday March 27, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Business Classes
Beetlecat says: "For anyone thinking of starting a craft business (or even for those already in one) I highly recommend taking a small business course. It's amazing now how much ... Read More

Sunday March 27, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Consignment in 6 Steps
Consignment selling can be a great way to market your wares. Here's how to do it properly.

Sunday March 20, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Who Shops Online? And Why?
Giftables says: "I am wondering what are the products that people prefer to purchase online and why. It is said in the arts and crafts community that people like to "touch" ... Read More

Sunday March 20, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

5 Things to Know When Starting
What do you need to know when starting a craft business? Lots! Here are the top 5 things to know.

Sunday March 20, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Keeping Paperwork Up To Date
While you already have loads of paperwork out for taxes, might as well start going through your outdated literature to freshen things up.

Sunday March 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Sign Behind Booth?
Snugglepatch says: "I've got a big banner I hang centered in the back of my booth. For outdoor shows, I have a vinyl banner that I hang on the back ... Read More

Sunday March 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Things To Avoid Selling Arts And Crafts
The top mistakes to look out for when selling what you make.

Sunday March 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

The Real Competitors at Craft Events
Do you think that guy selling pop-guns down the aisle is getting all the business and taking away from your sales? Thank again! The real competitors at shows may surprise ... Read More

Sunday March 6, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Handling Special Requests
Ceranise says: "At all the shows I have done, people are always asking me "can you do this and can you do that". You know, they want something special. ... Read More

Sunday March 6, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Making The Most Of Local Shows
How to find local events and why you should take advantage of lower costs by attending them.

Sunday March 6, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)