I am a thinker and researcher, but not always a doer because I can become overwhelmed easily in something that has multiple steps to it. Having an outline gives me clarity and vision. I hope this will help give me and others a foundation for purposeful actions to take before the event.
- Take a look at all supply inventory and separate out what materials you want to use from those that don't meet your needs. Are you going with a theme/color scheme for your items, or making things from whatever materials strike your fancy?
- Fold, iron, categorize, label all materials you will be using for your items. Make them easy to find and attractively stored so that you will be inspired by your inventory. Sometimes the best ideas can come from seeing certain materials next to each other.
- Select sewing patterns that you think will be best sellers. Put them aside in a file folder or some sort of organizer. Make sure you have all the pieces and instructions.
- Make sure you have all the tools/supplies needed to make those patterns.
- Clean your area to perfection and even add some flowers or something inspiring, like a delicious-smelling candle or a new picture to hang of the wall that makes you feel good.
- Now that your creative space is ready, start brainstorming how many of each item you want to sell. Make a simple list on paper or create a spreadsheet.
- Get to work on your items. Now is the time to get lost in creativity and inspiration. And with a little elbow grease and determination. Keep your focus on streamlined ideas in mind.
- Once you have developed a appropriate amount of inventory, begin thinking about how much you need to sell each one for to make a decent profit. Add to paper list or spreadsheet. Also add # of items to each item line.
- Think about presentation. Make or buy tags to hang on your items. Keep it attractive and fun, but readable. Write the price of the item on each tag. Hang with a cute ribbon or baker's twine.
- Stuff items with tissue paper. Place business cards inside items.
- After seeing how much inventory you have, think about how you want to display them. Look around the house for bookcases, tables, hat hangers, coat trees, etc to hang/put your items on.
- Think about the color scheme you want to go with for your displays. Can things be painted? Or covered with an attractive fabric?
- Think about signage. Do you want to do a bunting banner? Or purchase a custom made vinyl banner?
- Once you have acquired all the things needed for presentation, find a space in your home or garage where you can do a trial run of setting up. Use masking tape to outline the space of your vendor area and set up within the perimeter. How does it look? Is there enough room (or too much room) for all your inventory? Does it look neat and attractive? Or mismatched and uninviting? Is there anything you could add/subtract to make it better? Do you need to fill in spots?
- Ask a friend or family member's advice on how it looks. Having someone else's opinion is paramount to getting a cohesive look.
- Find a list on Pinterest of everything needed to have a successful craft show. Print and have ready before the show.
- Store items in a plastic, zippable bag or storage tote to keep them SAFE!
Remember to have fun and show the world how much your items are worth.
Your TIME + MONEY + HARD WORK will = SUCCESS!!
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