William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog April 2006 Archive

Saving Money On Supplies
With rising fuel costs, saving money on other expenditures is more important than ever! By saving on raw materials, you can significantly lower your operating expenses running an arts and ... Read More

Sunday April 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Weight For Canopy
What are the best means of weighting down a canopy? PVC, weights and anchoring to the ground are the most common ways to hold a canopy down. What do you ... Read More

Sunday April 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Accept Credit Card Payments
Many crafters are starting to accept "plastic" as payment at shows. And if you have a Web site, accepting charges online is very important! Here's how to get started in ... Read More

Sunday April 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Best Shows/Worst Shows
What are the best shows you've ever attended? What's the worst show you wasted time and money on? Have you ever had that great show where you have almost sold ... Read More

Sunday April 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (7)

Finding Buyers?
Finding buyers to sell a new product to at wholesale costs can be tough. The best way I have found is to start at wholesale markets. One good company can ... Read More

Sunday April 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Finding Local Craft Shows
With gas prices shooting through the roof, local events are the way to go this year. If you can find good craft shows nearby, you can save lots of money ... Read More

Sunday April 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Craft Shows Versus Web Sites
Comparing the similarities and differences between shows and sites can help craftspeople decide what works online and what will not work. For instance, if people like to hold an item ... Read More

Sunday April 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Where Have All The Crafters Gone?
Some events in today's "craft shows" are becoming saturated with manufactured products. This can have a huge effect on traditional crafters. What can be done to help alleviate competing with ... Read More

Sunday April 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (40)

Six Steps To Selling Consignment
Selling crafts via consignment is a good way to make money in tough markets. Costs are usually low for full-time marketing opportunities. And if traveling to craft shows is not ... Read More

Sunday April 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Hidden Competitors
If you think your neighbor at that craft show selling similar items to yours is your only competition, you are wrong! There are other competitors that can drain your profits ... Read More

Sunday April 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Things To Know When Starting A Craft Business
If you are just getting started selling crafts, here are five important things you should know before you get started.

Sunday April 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Cyber-Crafting
Selling crafts online is becoming very popular. While craft shows are still the largest outlet for crafters, online marketing is quickly becoming the primary outlet for lots of beginners!

Sunday April 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

10 Mistakes To Avoid
If you are just getting started selling crafts, there are certain things you should avoid at all costs!

Sunday April 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Inexpensive Alternatives To Canopies
It's springtime and that means outdoor craft events! Are you ready with a canopy or would you prefer using a low-cost alternative to the high-dollar canopies? It all depends on ... Read More

Sunday April 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Small Business The Old-Fashioned Way
Technology has changed the way people are selling crafts. However, some principles never change! Save money, don't borrow too much and taking things slow are ideas that are good for ... Read More

Sunday April 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)