William's Arts / Crafts Business Blog June 2007 Archive

Holiday Sales
Holidays are always great times to increase your retail sales. But don't forget your wholesale buyers! Make sure that you keep plenty of seasonal items in stock for the upcoming holidays. ... Read More

Sunday June 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Expanding Product Lines
It's important to keep your designs fresh all year long. If you carry seasonal items, make sure you design new products so that you can release them right before the next ... Read More

Sunday June 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Summer Festival Tips: Avoiding Heat Stroke
In most parts of the country right now, the weather can only be described as" hot! Sitting in a 10 x 10 tent in 100 degree weather is not only ... Read More

Sunday June 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Staying Local
Selling crafts at shows close to home can be a real profit maker for some crafters. Especially when you consider the high cost of fuel these days! If you do ... Read More

Sunday June 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Online Gallery Success
A great thread in the forum is all about selling through online galleries. Can an artist or crafter have success when selling through online galleries? Well, the short question is: ... Read More

Sunday June 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Credit Card Payments
Are you considering accepting credit cards for payments? If so, make sure you shop around for the best rate and services. These days your options are virtually unlimited and what ... Read More

Sunday June 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

First Steps
When making the decision to start an arts and crafts business you should follow a few simple rules to help your venture operate as painlessly as possible. Make sure you ... Read More

Sunday June 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Delivery Charges
Have you ever hand-delivered items to a customer? Should there be delivery fees when bringing the products to someone or a shop in person? And if so, how much should ... Read More

Sunday June 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Web Site Marketing
One of my best tips for people who are wanting to increase online sales is to use your Web site as a way to increase sales from existing customers. The ... Read More

Sunday June 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Starting Out Selling Online
Another way to increase sales for your business without traveling all over the country is to sell your crafts online. But remember that in order to be successful when selling ... Read More

Sunday June 3, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Going Local!
Gas prices are at an all-time high and that means added expenses for long distance craft shows. To help save money, lots of crafters are staying within their own towns. ... Read More

Sunday June 3, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Impressing Jurors
If you want to attend good shows, you must impress the people who decide who gets to attend. So what's the best way to get jurors to let you in? ... Read More

Sunday June 3, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)