Saving Money on Craft Show Supplies
Supplies are what make a craft. Unless you are making something where you can use regular household items, or that don't need anything but the buyer to complete the sale, then supplies are going to be a major part of your crafts. More ...
Craft Show Items Priced to Sell
Pricing your craft show items correctly, and so that you make a decent profit is paramount if you are going to be successful in this industry. So how do you make the most money from your craft show items, and still have them fly off the shelves because they are a great price. More ...
Creative Ways to Sell Your Arts and Crafts
If you're the creative type, you may want to try making extra cash in the art and crafts field. This hobby can quickly turn into a very profitable business. With today's technology, you're able to reach a wider audience to sell your arts and crafts. More ...
Using Artistic Flair For Your Craft Show Crafts
A large market exists for the artist with the right flair and the eye for what appeals to today's craft show goer. Here are a few ideas to help you succeed selling your masterpieces at craft shows. More ...
How to Price Your Jewelry Designs
Pricing your jewelry designs can be tricky, especially if you design one of a kind pieces, but it is an essential step you must take to turn your hobby into a profitable business. Once you understand the costs of your business, and what you expect to profit from your work, creating a formula to price your designs is a simple process. More ...
Production and Pricing of Craft Show Items
This is where you can really make or break your craft show career. Being able to produce quality crafts as efficiently and affordably as possible is the key to making a tidy profit from craft shows. More ...
Craft Shows that are Right for You!
To begin investigating which shows to apply to, you might start with what you know - those shows you've attended, ones that are within an hour or so of your home and ones other vendors have recommended. More ...
Hiring for Your Craft Show Business
If you feel you need employees as your craft show business grows, you should consult an accountant or the Small Business Administration for all the regulations. These might involve registering with the Department of Labor, applying for Worker's Compensation insurance and securing an employee identification number. More ...
Ten Ways to Advertise your Arts/Crafts Business
This artilce descripes ten ways to advertise your arts/crafts business, from creating your own website to placing a sign on your car, with the pros and cons of each method. More ...
Craft Shows - Finding One Near You
I have compiled a list of places where you can find a craft show near you. This information is only as accurate as the last updates made to the websites I have listed, so it is always a good idea to make a phone call or two to see if the shows in your area are still up and running. More ...
A Craft Industry Analysis
The crafters and hobbyists contribution towards U.S. Craft and Hobby Industry industries is approximately $29 billion. Woodworking was the front runer coming in at $3.32 billion with 16.8 million individuals engaging in this activity. More ...
Craft Show Merchant Accounts
There is a much easier way to set up a merchant account in today's technological world. It's easy, it's inexpensive, and there are a number of providers out there willing to tailor a package that works with your business. More ...
Build a Home Based Business Selling Crafts Online
Selling crafts online is a great way to make money. With enough time and effort, you could even turn your crafting hobby into a home based business that supports you and your family. Although you'll have a lot to learn about selling products online, getting started is both quick and easy. More ...
Paying Taxes on Craft Show Sales
At the end of the year, tally up all of the revenue you made and then subtract all of the expenses - this should give you a fairly accurate amount as a netincome from your craft show business. This is the amount that you'll pay tax on. More ...
