Are You Sure You're Ready To Sell At A Craft Show?

Are you ready to sell your crafts at a craft show? In this video, we'll show you how to prepare for, organize, and participate in a craft show.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned craftswoman, this video will teach you the basics you need to sell your crafts successfully at a craft show. From setting up your booth to networking with other artists, this video has everything you need to know to sell your art at a craft show!
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[@armyhoney78]

you should print your most popular sign on your paper bags so if someone does put it in a bag, then you would still get the business recognition. And thanks so much, this was awesome to see!

[@candacelinville5749]

Who are the ROCKSTARS?!? Kim & Garrett!! Thank you for the things you teach us, each and every week! It really is amazing how you guys mass produce. And so glad you do! 💗

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

thanks so much Candace!

[@samanthaamaddox8505]

Love the setup! And I never knew there were REUSABLE ZIP TIES! Thanks for sharing your help and time!!!

[@catalinawoody6954]

I used to do craft shows years ago. I made jewelry. Loved the people but hated the weather at times. Rain was a huge challenge. I learned very early to put everything in storage totes to keep the rain out. Back then you could not find totes with wheels so my husband rigged some up for me. It was a lot of hard work to get everything packed, unpacked and packed up again each day. We did have a tent stolen one time at a show we were told we could leave it overnight that they had security. That was a lesson learned too. Looks like you have a good system and wish you much success.

[@moonpixyart4562]

This is the first video of y’all’s. Love the laughter. New subscriber here. ❤

[@FrOsTyBeAsT117]

Amazing Duo, Kim gives great information and insight and Garrett is a perfect sprinkle on top of color commentary & catching anything she may forget. You guys are a perfect duo!

[@michellecorona24]

Love you guys!! I was just looking for a video from you about just this! Love how you break everything down!

[@almaarizpe3834]

She has that 🎀 👁. You two are very entertaining, and super informative. Thank you for this special "behind the scenes ". Congratulations

[@Truecrimequeen68]

Put your logo on your bags for the ones that want the bag. Awsome tips.

[@jennifer72765]

Great tip about the paint in the lip gloss container

[@craftingwithjean5599]

The dazzling duo strikes again! Great tips, very helpful. I am preparing for my first craft show coming up. You brought up many things I had not considered. Thank You for always being helpful and encouraging.

[@silvebeaton8511]

You guys are AMAZING! ❤

[@IbelieveinAngels5660]

Love absolutely everything you do... sharing all your info and actually seeing you in action is the best! Being from Canada, watching your youtube channel is the best I can do.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Aw! Thanks Brenda! ~garrett

[@MindiLynn3]

Great display and informative video for us newbies!!! Thank you so much for this!!

[@annedirkes7893]

You two are awesome , this has so many great tips thank you

[@pegeggeggleston4315]

Hi Kim and Garrett - That was a very enjoyable video. I was just telling my hubby about your journey from IT to having your own business. It's been a great ride and I look forward to many more years of fun. Thanks for sharing. Sorry about the hurricane cancellation. We dodged a bullet just outside of Tampa, but didn't have electricity for 36 hrs (of hell) I love electricity. See you this weekend. Love PegEgg

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

OMG I'm sorry to hear you're out of power!

[@thepaintedladiesllc1899]

Thank you for sharing the info on Ansa. I needed something to organize my t-shirt orders.

[@angelasprayberry65]

Love watching you guys! ❤

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks so much!

[@tiffanygreen7888]

My very first vendor spot was canceled due to the hurricane as well! They rescheduled for the same date as my second spot...which is my hometown fair!! Great advice...I love you guys!! Im going to try and do both!🙏🏾

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Sorry to hear that I wish you luck!

[@keishalewis8029]

I love you guys's energy. I think y'all are hilarious. Thank you for this video. New subscriber

[@lindapemberton3445]

Just found you guys love you and planning a full day of ben watching.

[@doughtyandshanecooley3270]

This really is an awesome, VERY INFORMATIVE video, especially for those starting out. Definitely an anxiety/scared to start reliever!!

[@deborahrossi3818]

Super helpful tips! 💜

[@susancordero4445]

Love everything about you guys so many helpful tips 🎉

[@godbolt25]

First! Thanks for all the amazing videos!! You guys are the best!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Our pleasure!

[@gabbysalway9157]

I accidentally ran into your video n I'm hooked. I'm a beginner n I'm trying to learn as much as I can because I would like to sell my stuff so thank you for teaching us some of the business part. You had me even laughing. You guys are great!!

[@AmberRoomProductions]

You should watch their lives on Tuesdays you can ask and answer questions in real time 😊

[@AmberRoomProductions]

You should watch their lives on Tuesdays you can ask and answer questions in real time 😊

[@steele12022006]

Where did you get the white panels? There not the ones linked in the description. Thanks!

[@christywilcox3928]

thanks for the info!

[@Raynecolwell]

What a great video. So informative!!

[@moonman805]

I bet it would be a blast to hang out with you all , love the videos ,bless you guys .

[@Truecrimequeen68]

Great ideas 💡 👌

[@nicoleweber7936]

This episode was fantastic!! Thank you for sharing so many great & very useful tips. I love your bottomless Mary Poppins bag, lol. I would bring along a small toolkit of some kind; it could come in handy for you or a neighboring booth. Thank you again!!

[@SF-uz2oo]

Been viewing "Make It" a long time. Y'all are awesome! Stay safe!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks for sticking around!

[@Elandogold]

Sometimes its the smallest things. Those S-Hooks are going to be a game changer for me to hang photos at the farmers market. Thank you for sharing your BTS!

[@nanettehuse8213]

That’s awesome thank you 😊

[@kathyarmstrong6215]

This whole thing was AWESOME!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks Kathy!

[@debora3969]

Hey guys thank you so much ! Loved watch you ! Beautiful adorable couple ❤! Is my first spot as a vendor next weekend I’m already freaking out! All tips are super useful! Good luck for uou guys my best wishes ❤!!

[@castrolauraand5588]

I love her hair!!

[@jofloresz]

For batch painting, you need to get a 20-gal compressor from harbor freight and a 10-dollar paint gun and finish the painting in 20 minutes. Fast and get done quick!

[@maiger712]

Omg I love the tie !!!! 😂

[@kathyarmstrong6215]

Omg! I love this! Agile for crafting!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

LOL! We both used agile in our corporate jobs. Garrett was an Agile Trainer.

[@patriciaroush1686]

You two crack me up!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks!

[@dottyearnhardt9600]

Great job!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks for the visit

[@amandapowell7184]

This was a great video!. Thanks for the awesome tips!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@reneebanbury7066]

Great video & I love all the action videos … even Garrett sleeping! Ha! You two are inspiring & awesome! So sorry your show got canceled!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks so much!

[@dawnsmith904]

Clear bags.! One vendor had all these cute things and put them in clear bags!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Ugh we love the idea but hate adding plastic waste to the world!

[@thepaintedladiesllc1899]

Next year you should come to the Occoquan Arts and Craft Festival. It will be in June.

[@kimberlyenglish1300]

Thank you guys for all the great tips (as usual)! Do you have a referral link for the grid walls?

[@wendysimpson2111]

Great video! How do you attach your bows? I couldn't really figure out what you were doing...thanks

[@gonzalez-valdez8043]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks for watching!

[@kandrstrickland9746]

Thank you thank you for this video. I am just starting to research craft fairs and your tips are fabulous. 😊

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

You are so welcome! Good Luck! I hope you guys do GREAT! ~garrett

[@jenniferberger5690]

You two are hilarious! You BOTH HAVE GREAT IDEAS!im sorry your show was canceled.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks so much!! We appreciate it

[@jewelbrown1781]

This video is extremely helpful, where did you get your canopy from?

[@letalynnette]

Do you sell your design files? The black white striped with the green wreath is adorable and I want to try and make it. I love your videos, by the way!

[@JuanTorres-pb7ko]

What hooks are you using to hang your items please

[@donacorning1668]

I spray paint all my boards first.. then cut.. much faster. Then only have to touch up if needed. Great video though.

[@WooderBoyProductions]

where do you get the bags from?

[@mroberts41107]

Would it be easier if we painted all the wood before cutting on the laser?

[@nikkipetty5874]

Where did you get the display stands?

[@mariecurle5901]

Where did you get the wire panels?

[@kathiedelany1265]

Love this video! Wish I had your helpers! Lol. Hope your show isn't cancelled but I thought I heard you say it was? Maybe on Fb. Hope not

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

It was!

[@doughtyandshanecooley3270]

Are y’all using a POS system or just going out with a cash box or what exactly? Also, when it comes to “keeping books”, how are y’all categorizing? i.e. materials, tools, pay, etc…. Hope I’m making sense! Thanks!

[@mcclarnon1974]

what kind of glue do u use?

[@jessicarichardson3490]

Thanks for the tips. I hope to meet you all in person soon. J’s Creative Craft Shop

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

I hope so too!

[@Mike-ou5ps]

Nice Ideas. Informative video, I liked it. Few questions: 1) What are you using as the fence/wall to hang everything on? 2) Some of your designs are Disney characters (I think Disney). 🤔 Isn't that trademark/copyright infringement or whatever the legal word is...I wanted to try and sell stuff like that too, but in doing my homework, I found that the "potential" fine and possible lawsuit wasn't worth it. I paraphrase here "Items made with the name, design or character likeness of a licensed product can NOT be reproduced and sold "for profit" without the ""EXPLICIT"" written consent of the company, manufacturer and/or owner of said product. So, How do yall get around that? I wanted to make Astros signs. In my area, they would sell very well. In talking with various craft show vets and calling to talk with coordinators of upcoming events, they said I was not allowed to sell those things without show a signed CONSENT form from the Astros corporation and that had to be submitted to the Event staff a minimum of 30 days prior to the event.

[@karenhadden4980]

Wow! Lots of great information! I have a couple questions… 1. How many of each sign do you bring? 2. How many different products do you bring? We used to do craft shows many years ago but we are rebranding our business since we have added a laser so that opens us up to a LOT more options than before. TIP: Do NOT use the weights that you can get for the tents - they do now work! We used to carry buckets of sand for ours. Also Garrett, I would love to learn how to design layered signs. Is this something you have any plans on teaching?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

usually 4-6 we bring however many we can manage! We shoot for painting 8 signs A day per painter

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Hey Karen! We do have an Illustrator class planned. We actually started filming it, but the audio was bad. The class will take you from setting up your workspace to making layered signs and a standy. Thanks! ~garrett

[@karenhadden4980]

@@KimandGarrettmakeit looking forward to it! Is it going to be at the beginner level? We almost have our laser set up so I’ll be joining as a Patreon as well!

[@iaincoe]

I see you sell licences products Nightmare before Christmas etc. Did you purchase a license for these or are you taking the risk of selling with out a license? Is this something you worry about particularly with online sales?

[@kathiedelany1265]

Question, do you cut your signs reverse image and tape down? I've tried that works for me.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

No we won't! We don't like the charring!

[@ramonatemple786]

Where can I find reusable zip ties?

[@alariescraftcloset]

what size do you mainly offer for your signs. I have 3 sizes and I find it hard to keep up with, then offering just one size. I personally like the 14 or 16inch

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We just offer 18" rounds right now but we're looking to go to 16"

[@rebeccaledford8202]

Sad too see so many KZbinrs participating in (some even encouraging) intellectual property infringement/theft. Especially when attorneys who do that sort of thing charge so much in the fine/penalty is so high. It seems wrong to make money for next to nothing when so much money was spent making the characters so popular. How would you feel having spent much money and much time developing a character or an image to be popular and then someone took it and plastered it on anything they wanted to? Hope you have realized that owning the IP is part of what they spent so much money for.

[@tiawright9682]

About how much do you make at shows?

[@scottweinbrecht2143]

My first fair is next month…. Pray for me! LOL

[@printss2]

Clear bags with handles would help with advertising!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

True! But we hate all the plastic waste!

[@ChaunaCasteel]

What are those big machines you cut with?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

CAM five lasers they're the industrial size

[@deannahepner9355]

Where do you get the paper bags?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Uline!

[@ChaunaCasteel]

How thick are the rounds?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

1/4

[@ChaunaCasteel]

Are you located in Virginia?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Yep!

[@jannavanderhoof4617]

@@KimandGarrettmakeit my sister lives in Virginia! I live on the west coast and visit her so looks like I'm going to have to look you guys up! Thank you for the great setup tips. I use grids occasionally myself, however, most of the time the event is inside and you can't walk on the outside so signs, etc. can only be hung on the inside. Great setup though.