Sharing what sold and what didn’t at the first craft fair of the season Here is my craft fair ideas playlist: • Craft fair ideas
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@lauraann78166 ай бұрын
I went to a Flea Market/Craft Fair last week. I think the problem is that it isn't just a a Craft Fair. Many of the people didn't make any sales. Nobody sold out and most of them took a loss after the $30 Table Rental Fee. It's more if you want electricity. It was very sad to see. I don't think people realize the time and money that goes into Crafting unless they are Crafters. I am glad you made some money and hope you continue to do well.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree. There were a lot of tables at this craft fair that had mass produced stuff from Asia that sold really really well
@HarmoniousHome6 ай бұрын
I went to a craft fair on the 18th, it was a craft fair that had over 40 venders and usually sees 600+ people but this year they had barely 100 people come through the door.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
@@HarmoniousHome yeah this year has been slow in terms of people spending extra money. I think with groceries and gas so high it’s hard to justify the extra spending
@kimberlyquinlan68986 ай бұрын
I had a craft fair yesterday...we had half the people. But I'm in Minnesota and the weather was almost 60 in November. But our craft shows have been gangbusters. You just never know tho. Every show is different.
@lauraann78166 ай бұрын
@@kimberlyquinlan6898 it was 60° here in Jersey too!
@adaperez47706 ай бұрын
I've been watching these videos because I've always wanted to do a craft fair, but then I see the amount of time and effort and money that goes into it. I worry that I won't succeed. I do appreciate everyone sharing their experiences. maybe one day I'll do one. 😊😊 😊😊
@dianethompson68046 ай бұрын
$1,000 was awesome! I've never made more than $200!!
@cindywatson30836 ай бұрын
Wow! A thousand dollars?. That’s awesome
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you! I still have sooooo much product at home
@kathleensheeks84406 ай бұрын
Just finished my holiday show, best show ever. My items are alway unique and very similar to yours. I’m adding the Rudolph spares for the next show. They are the cutest things. I didn’t do Hershey nuggets because of cost. And customers asked for them. I did take orders (prepaid) for this week’s delivery/pickup. One of the benefits was customizing the wrapper for Thanksgiving instead of Christmas as a customer requested. Heard from lots of folks at my show, prices of goods were “reasonable”, considering. This is in a high school gym and an established show of 18 years. It was the biggest show ever for the school this year. Almost double the crafters. I’m in northwest Ohio and craft shows are down in my area. In my personal experience of 17 years, I will never do a craft show with a flea market. Folks going to a flea market will not pay for the craft items at the combined show. They want the bargain or the deal. I work on my crafts too hard to give my profit away. Wish you and all the craft show folks the best in your upcoming shows. Hugs❤
@rubyus73326 ай бұрын
It’s great you’re able to take orders. Happy for you.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
That’s awesome you got to take orders!! Congrats to you!!
@r.c.miller61616 ай бұрын
Agree! Handmade/handcrafted items do not belong at a flea market. Or at a yard sale.
@lindab85636 ай бұрын
It is so disheartening when as crafters we do all this hard work making things and they don’t sell. I hope your next craft fair you are able to sell the things that didn’t sell at this one. Different fair different buyers! ❤
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I agree it’s disheartening but you never know which shows you will do well at. Thanks again for your support ❤️❤️
@stephaniehackney24256 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing what did and didn’t sell, and why you think so for both. I think one reason things may sell one year and not the next is that there are offerings that are ‘in’ one year and not so in the next year. For instance, remember the cocoa bombs? They were crazy popular one year, but not so much the next year. I do think it’s important to have lots of lower priced items for stocking stuffers, colleague gifts, classroom gifts, etc. And also some higher priced items for those willing to spend more. Lastly, some things have been offered year after year and I think people want something new and unique. Thoughts?
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I completely agree. It’s hard because there are some things I just LOVE making that don’t always sell so at what point am I doing it for me vs the public?
@pamcherrix5344 ай бұрын
$1000 is awesome. I've never made that in the whole season. Thank you so much for sharing on this video. Please do a tutorial on the little bag chap stick holder, please . They are so cute.
@doreencrespo71336 ай бұрын
I did two craft shows this November. Absolutely the worst I have ever done in my life and I’ve been doing shows since the 80’s. I sew and quilt. They have no idea of the amount of time it takes let alone the cost of materials. I only buy quality quilt store fabric and most people only know of JoAnn Fabrics. 🤣 I’ve decided I’m done. Can’t compete with China.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I hear you! It’s disappointing for sure. Have you tried selling through Facebook marketplace?
@ninawilliams26086 ай бұрын
alot of work and cute ideas but with more people shopping at dollar tree they put their own gifts together. Itss the economy nothing you did.... glad you did as well as you did.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much
@user-cc6ir1mu6g5 ай бұрын
When you showed the first two items (whisk and spoons), my first thought was to upgrade your packaging. They looked a little "simple" in that packaging and as if they were handled quite a bit. Sounds like you did well but maybe you were overestimating how many items you'd need. We all live and learn and, sometimes, there's not a lot of explanation for what sold and what didn't.
@findlayhunter49346 ай бұрын
Many of your disappointments are packaged in cello bags. From my vantage point, it is difficult to see easily what is inside the packs. A suggestion: add a tag that indicates what is inside and, perhaps, use some tissue or shred to raise the contents higher in the cups. The cocoa packs….you acknowledged how bland they are. Once you add some color, they will likely sell well next time. The peppermint gets lost in the package; again, a little elevation would help. Hope you don’t mind my comments. Despite some surprises, you did well. Take the win.😉
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
No I don’t mind at all, I think it’s all valid. Thanks so much for the advice and for watching
@cactusbutterfly29396 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I commented below about the shows I do so I won't repeat. I would suggest signs indicating what everything is and suggestions on how to use it or gift suggestions, like "Baking Mixes - Loaded with goodies for baking, Perfect Hostess Gift, Neighbor Gift. Keep on hand for last minute Gift Giving!". And I agree about the hot chocolate packets. I think if you add more color, maybe a sticker or something, and they will sell. You are right, packaging is everything! I'm sure your next show will be equally successful. I have learned to appreciate the balance - it is very stressful when you sell so much that you have to work like a mad woman to get things made for another show, which you've already paid entrance fees for!
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree. Thanks for the insight and support!!
@GrayPower606 ай бұрын
I love the oven mitt set, however I think they should be in a protective package. Clear bags or something and I think they would sell.
@susanfontaine52145 ай бұрын
I agree this gift needs wrapping! PRESENTATION IS EVERYTHING!
@barbaraharrold53616 ай бұрын
Craft fairs are a hit and miss you just never know. I think for one day you did great :) if you stayed for the four days you might have sold out because you have some really cute things and like you said the way they were displayed wasn’t the best. I really hope you do great at the next fair and you sell everything:) Have a blessed Thanksgiving:)
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! The amount I made was from 5 days
@barbaraharrold53616 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations oh I miss understood the amount of days you sold. Have a blessed Thanksgiving with your family and friends:)
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
@@barbaraharrold5361 you too!!!
@ycwalker526 ай бұрын
I’m glad you sold as much as you did. It is a lot of work. I couldn’t believe you had Hershey nuggets left. They usually sell fast. Like you, I think rearranging your table, and maybe making some signs, will help with the next one.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yes I was shocked! But the display they were in they kept falling forward is what I noticed when I was there on Friday.
@Momowild32306 ай бұрын
I think people are looking for new ideas. What was big last year will probably not work this year. Suggestion for the chocolate nuggets: place some lettering on them to create a message. Good luck and God bless.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@julieheubusch57146 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video. I think you did great with the $ amount that you made. I love to papercraft and have done fairs previously but I do think that people have a dollar store mentality now. They don't understand the time and cost taken to create a product. Cocoa packets do need something and I bet they will sell quickly closer to Christmas for stocking stuffers. Also maybe add something to the topper for the keys - ribbon with bells or something like that. Best of luck with your next show.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much that is very helpful!!
@kittymervine61156 ай бұрын
Ive attended 4 really good craft shows so far, I'm a shopper. Now, for people with paper goods like yourself, just the really cute packaged affordable gifts... those that had a sample out, did better. Also, one show a woman had rented two spaces and had EVERYTHING. But not everything was labeled and non samples. She had TOO MUCH. People would look at her booths and walk by as the show was busy and crowded. She also had the tiers, and her booth area was not as cute as her items. No baskets. A few of my friends that I went shopping with commented that they did not want to give out a Christmas seasonal gift, but perhaps a nicer mug for the teacher. The one booth that had beautiful mugs for say year round, or that were a winter theme, they bought teacher gifts there. Also one booth had used mugs, and used tea cup sets, along with hot chocolate or tea. They sold, and the seller showed the price of the vintage mugs on Etsy and eBay. They were all in perfect shape and at $15, the seller sold out. Vintage Japanese mugs she said were a big seller. She pointed out she paid only a dollar or two, but had to go to thrift shops to find them. For the more upscale hand made expensive stuff shows, she said the vintage stuff was nice, even the tea cups and saucers. I think though your display was the issue. Your items are so adorable, but I think easy to reach baskets or reaching up or over something.. eh, baskets!! Good luck with any other shows
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you that’s very helpful!!
@LaurasPlansAndCrafts6 ай бұрын
Overall I think you made some great things that sold really well. Good luck at your upcoming shows. I sold some similar hot cocoa packs and I too think people like those to be a little more decorated. But you live and learn. I ended up gifting a lot of the leftovers to my coworkers and the staff at my son’s school. Thanks for the recap. I really enjoy these :)
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much ❤️
@inkyfeet126 ай бұрын
Do you do a "dry-run" table setup at home first, to get a view of where to place/position things? This would give you a good idea of what the customers see, too -- what things grab the attention of a shopper, or what items were not easily visible. Do you group similar items together / next to each other (all food items, personal care [lip balm], for example). Labeling bag contents is always a good thing -- it's hard to buy if the contents are not clearly marked. Thanks for sharing and continued success at the next event.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks! Yea I did a dry run this year and it seemed like it would be fine. Thanks a bunch!!
@craftingwithpaula6 ай бұрын
I’m glad you sold some, but you are right: craft fairs are kind of a mystery sometimes. We just never know what’s going to sell and what salls one year doesn’t the following. You sound so tired, I hope you get some rest and your next craft fair is a success. Let us know how you did.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I agree, thanks so much ❤️
@ManuelaPatzel6 ай бұрын
The thing is, everybody seems to have less money available and we just don’t spend as easily on cute not essential things. Some of these we can make ourselves cheaper.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I agree
@lilachesniak96876 ай бұрын
I remember seeing a sign on a vendor table a while back. "Yes, you can make it, but will you?" As a crafter, yes I can. Knowing all the hard work and time involved, I do like to support a local business.
@TLMarzewski6 ай бұрын
Your products are cute! Thanks for sharing your experience. ❤
@alldayeverydaydiyinanddesi59775 ай бұрын
It would’ve good to know where you are located what you sold your item for and what it cost to make it just food for thought im glad u brought home some nuggets
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
On the individual project videos I share that info. I am in Utah :)
@alldayeverydaydiyinanddesi59775 ай бұрын
Ok good to know. Sorry I just started following u I need to learn to zip it before I clip it. Lol. I will watch those videos Keep cracking on girlie
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
@@alldayeverydaydiyinanddesi5977 haha no worries! If I forget on any of the videos don’t hesitate to ask but they should be on all of them! Thanks for watching ❤️
@susanfontaine52145 ай бұрын
Coco packs that I buy have coco or coco bomb, chocolate spoon, extra goodies, like cookies in a mug. I bought many similar at craft fairs.
@prettyrichgirl20076 ай бұрын
Hello, you did very well...congrats and good luck with your next fair...
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! ❤️
@agirlinthegarden16 ай бұрын
Great ideas. I’ll be doing a craft show and need pointers on pricing. Thank you. I’m new to the channel and I love it
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for being here!!
@lisalancaster10976 ай бұрын
It's a hit or miss.. I found that one yr it'll sell and the next not sell
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I agree
@BritgirlTX6 ай бұрын
I think your products are awesome. Fingers crossed you sell out at your next event.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ursulapeine38626 ай бұрын
Don't feel bad. It is inflation. I experienced the same as you. I did drop my prices for the 2nd fair and sold almost as much in 1 day as the 2 day fair I did first. Good job!
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah my next fair I am dropping the prices a little bit
@SimpleCreationsByShanda6 ай бұрын
I know it's frustrating when you go back home with a lot, I'm in the same boat. I'm glad you did well with your first show. Hopefully the next one will be good!
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you! You never know which show you will do good at and which one you won’t!
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for your support, I appreciate it
@SimpleCreationsByShanda6 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations you are very welcome 😊
@knittylane30166 ай бұрын
I wonder if the era of craft fairs is winding down…
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Maybe? I’m not sure
@littleluluscraps6 ай бұрын
I don't believe that's the case, our economy has a lot to do with it, people are not carrying around the amounts of disposable income as they once were. Things are only getting worse. More people are selling to try help with their financial situations more than ever also means less sales because more items for sale, more competition and less buyers, the money gets spread more thinly between everyone.
@knittylane30166 ай бұрын
@@littleluluscraps fair point. Enjoy your day.
@Emeraldcitycrafter6 ай бұрын
You did awesome 🎉I’ve never made that much! My town is not the best. My profit margin is tiny. You have lovely things. Congratulations 🎉
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thanks a bunch. But this was over a five day period so it only averaged about $200/day. But I am very thankful and really appreciate the support!
@Emeraldcitycrafter6 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations you worked hard and made beautiful things! You deserve some glory! 🥰
@nonstopmom81856 ай бұрын
I've had some really good sellers some years and then the next time they didn't sell as well. I wonder if it's because the same people come and don't need the same things again.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah that’s completely possible
@susanfontaine52145 ай бұрын
People are really struggling financially this year. I think of craft fairs as a way to buy nice, cute gifts at a very reasonable price. Plus so many items sold are all very similar. To sell, items need to STAND OUT! Congrats on good profit!
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
I agree! I actually have an update I need to post, I’m going to be changing my approach to craft fairs next year. I think your insight is spot on
@MaryBlocherthepowerhuffstamper5 ай бұрын
Cute items. On the mugs, it could be that we all have mugs, so I don't buy anything with mugs anymore.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
I tend to agree now that I’ve seen them not moving
@ninirossau23045 ай бұрын
I would changet the packaging of the santa keys. make a hole to feature the keys and have the writing around it. make it kind of an ornament.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
That’s a great idea thank you!
@sueataylor87546 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing Mine show was Saturday. I sold mostly cards and tags. Zero recipe/memory keepers/baby books which was very disappointing as i was hoping to increase sales with higher ticket items. Stud shock was my altered planners sold well. It was an experiment this year I had thought perhaps everyone had gone digital but people loved them for a $10 gift. I am in a coastal town in northern California and I have the same repeat customers year after year if that helps.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Do you have a video on your altered planners?
@sueataylor87546 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations hello, no I don't do videos. But, they are dollar tree soft cover planners that I recover, and add pockets, bookmarks, charms, topper, and closures. Not that different from your notebooks.
@laloops6 ай бұрын
I ended up cancelling the rest of my vendor events, after I did one about 2 weeks ago. The show 2 weeks ago, I have been to before in previous years, its put on by a well known hardware store and is really well attended. This year, it was just not the same. Very slow, not a lot of people came compared to previous years. I left that show having only sold about $50. I was so irritated, because I was thinking about how much time I spent crafting in preparation, and how if I had worked at my hourly pay day job instead of prepping for the event, i would have made obviously tons more. I cancelled them all after that and decided ill quench my crafting thirst by making a few gifts for friends and family.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I understand your feelings. I’m debating on doing another show or not
@laloops6 ай бұрын
@jessicaburnell5641 it's tough, I get it. I debated for months if I was even going to do any at all. I love your channel because you're very relatable and real, thanks for the community
@Cindy-by3ho5 ай бұрын
Everyone needs two oven mitts to remove items from the oven. You should have two mitts in your package. I would not buy it with only one oven mitt. All the small items should be placed at the front of your table. You should use cellulose wrapping instead of cellophane since it will break down. People are more conscious about garbage these days.
@margaretbeard65645 ай бұрын
I just went to a craft fair this weekend, the problem is I barely had any money and I can only buy two or three items but I wanted to buy everything because everything was so cute!
@whatever1236515 ай бұрын
Love your items. How much for the recipe holders, they are cute.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
I have 3 of the smaller ones still they are $8 each
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!!
@emilasmith42796 ай бұрын
I had my show yesterday. Typically high volume and high sales. Less people this year and very few with any bags in their hands. So it seemed folks weren’t spending. I still had fantastic sales and lots of compliments on my displays and items. I bumped up to 4 tables this year, too. Interestingly on a whim I took some items from last year that didn’t sell as well. Surprisingly they sold out this year. Displayed the same. No changes in product. Go figure! Your rudolph spares are adorable. I’m looking to see if you have a vid on them. Have not seen those before. Also the whisk. I’m always looking for fresh items! I skipped the nuggets this year. Cost per bag/nugget really went up this year. Lower profit plus it seems like everyone has made them from time to time. All the best for your next show! ❤
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I agree it’s been an interesting year! That’s awesome you did well!! I do have videos on the whisk and spares. Thanks for watching!!
@user-qe8oo1nb3k5 ай бұрын
In my area there can be 4-5 fairs on the same day, when in years past there might be 4-5 in the entire xmas season. So the attendance numbers are way down because all those shoppers are now divided up. Add temu to the mix and its hard.
@dianarockwell62564 ай бұрын
There was one day the first week in November last year where my very small town had six craft fairs within 20 minutes of each other. When I did the hosting with an association of craft fairs we always double checked the Chamber of Commerce calendar to see what else was going to be happening the day we chose. Because we might want to change it if there’s some major event going on. And we would check the weather forecast and it had to be long-term because we were doing this three months in advance because back then we were mailing invitations to all the vendors. If it was warm and sunny we had very low attendance because everyone was working in the yard. If it was cold and snowy we were slammed and we sold more chili and hot chocolate than I could even imagine.
@lindaelmore20406 ай бұрын
You almost have to craft just for the creative aspect. People want to pay $1 for an item that cost you $5 and 8 hours to make. The biggest hurt to me is people taking pictures and asking where they can get the supplies. Really? I have kind if decided if I break even at least I had the fun of crafting. My extras go to the Veterans Organizations near me for gifting at the Veterans Nursing Home, VA Hospital and the Women’s and Men’s Shelter.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree, I think for me I enjoy what I make and I enjoy people seeing what I have made and as long as I cover my costs, I will be fine.
@patriciaouellette93666 ай бұрын
I was thinking of doing a craft fair so I enjoyed your video.. Do you have a video on your recipe card holder?
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I don’t, I followed the tutorial by Lyric Lover crafts but I can see if I can put one together
@gerilynne19556 ай бұрын
One thing I mentioned to someone I who was getting disappointed about selling his stuff was he kept ping ponging his prices. I told him to pick a price and stick to it. Be sure to let people know which craft fair you will be at next. That way, if they don't have the money at this craft fair, they'll look for you at the next one. This time, he was selling like crazy. It worked.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
That’s a great idea thank you
@jewelgaither15045 ай бұрын
I just found your channel and I'm so glad I did. I will be watching your past videos and thank you so much for making them. As I was watching, you were saying that one of the items did not sell hardly at all, but I could not tell what it was--it said "Ho Ho Ho" at the top. What was that, please?
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for being here!! Those were Hersheys nuggets packs
@AnneMarieFOD5 ай бұрын
Hi Jessica! I made the pot holder gift sets as well but only sold 1. I had them packaged in a clear cellophane bag with a pretty bow and jingle bell ornament but it just wasn’t what people wanted I guess. I used a Betty Crocker cookie mix… can I save those for next year? Do they get bad after a year? Thanks!
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
I usually check the date of expiration. If they can last, I keep them. If they don’t I will give some of the sets away as Christmas presents for friends or neighbors. Or I will put them in my pantry and my girls will make them
@siggybenedict-shields38836 ай бұрын
The economy is actually better. I think some items are popular one year and not so much the next. Different locations might also make a difference. Most people don’t know how much work goes into the crafts. Best wishes for your next craft fair.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@littleluluscraps6 ай бұрын
What the heck good economy are you referring to, because you obviously haven't been living in the U.S. for the past year or 2? Over the past year grocery prices jumped the most since like the late 70's! That doesn't account for prices of anything else...like clothes, gas, housing, insurance, etc., etc.... I want to say grocery prices have gone up like almost 14%?! Whatever news or people you listen to you need to find a new source, lol, or maybe you aren't the one with the job having to pay for living essentials?
@angelashock98376 ай бұрын
My cocoa kits only sell when I put labels on things.
@beverlyjohnson87966 ай бұрын
Do you have a video for the 4 x 6 tablets with pens you were talking about in the video?
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I don’t yet and I do mine a little bit different now so I can work on getting a tutorial out, but the initial tutorial I saw was from Crafty Crafts by Deanna
@BritgirlTX6 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreationsoooh I love Deanna’s work! Look how she packaged her Hersheys in tins! I have the tins and paper and I’m going to make these for stocking fillers!
@lisalancaster10976 ай бұрын
The craft fair I did Saturday every vendor said they didn't do well. I did better than I e done in long time. I just feel it's the economy
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree. I also had to have my prices higher because of the set up of this one. The next fair I am doing I am going to lower them a bit
@deniellepodraza77816 ай бұрын
Do you out the notebooks in bags. I always debate this. Because i want them tk be able tj open them
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
No I don’t
@deniellepodraza77816 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations man I had so many typos in that! I'm glad you could figure it out. Hahaha
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
@@deniellepodraza7781 hahah no worries!!
@gerilynne19556 ай бұрын
If you made 1,000 and still had items left. I wouldn't complain.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I made $1000 over 5 days which is $200 a day. I’m not complaining but it’s disappointing to have put soo much work into everything and then have a full car to bring it all home
@Genna.K5 ай бұрын
The item at 11:40 you said it didn't sell well. What is it? I couldn't see anything telling what it was. Very cute items btw. I think you did great at the show.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
It was the Hersheys nugget packs
@analiaf.j.61315 ай бұрын
Hi, I haven't done a craft fair ever, are them seasonal? like for major holidays? or do they happen also when there are no holidays too?
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
In my experience they tend to be around major holidays
@tabata59756 ай бұрын
The one that did not sell could you turn them the other direction and add handles
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Do you mean the chapstick? If so then yes, absolutely!
@Cindy-by3ho5 ай бұрын
What are you talking about?
@lauracattron52466 ай бұрын
It is very disheartening when you work so hard and lose $$. Did a small craft fair, sold very little. There was a lady there that had manufactured items that she bought waayyy below cost and could sell and make a very nice profit. A crafter can not compete against that. I decided not to do that fair again! But a friend did and she sold ZERO this year, Because of that vender. I also noticed at a craft fair lots of pre-teens looking at items, if your crafts are too high, they won’t look at them ☺️ best of luck to you!
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes I agree the manufactured stuff seems to get more attention which is hard for me to understand
@bonerie10345 ай бұрын
Would like to know your prices and where you are located.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
I’m in Utah :) the prices of what I spent and what I charged are on the individual videos discussing each project
@bonerie10345 ай бұрын
Thanks. I’m in Pa and I think it makes a difference where you are. I gave up on shows when everyone got on the craft bandwagon. I love the variety that you offer. And appreciate the hard work.
@Messybesscreations5 ай бұрын
@@bonerie1034 thanks so much! I agree it absolutely depends on your location
@brendabeck58486 ай бұрын
How much did you sell the whisk for?
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
$4
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I have a video on that project if it helps
@koalitascreations6 ай бұрын
Did you say you made $11,000 at a craft fair? Wow!🎉
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Haha no I wish!!! It was only $1000
@koalitascreations6 ай бұрын
@@Messybesscreations Wow! Awesome! Great job! 👍
@deniellepodraza77816 ай бұрын
The Hersheys nuggest never sell for me. Indont know why
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yeah it seems to be hit or miss
@missdeeva22665 ай бұрын
Hot cocoa packets need cute packaging or they won't sell...I've tried cutting back on mine one year and they didn't move
@tracywilcom726 ай бұрын
you shouldn't complain about making $1000, sometimes crafters don't even cover their table fee
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
I’m actually not complaining
@susanfontaine52145 ай бұрын
DONATE what you don’t sell to senior centers for Bingo prizes. Seniors will be thrilled!Then you get tax deductions!😊
@dianehiles91976 ай бұрын
It is hard to see what your items are as all packaged...share contents?
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Yes I 100% agree I need to get better descriptions on the table
@mitzisimpson62626 ай бұрын
How do you sale if you are not there?? Never heard of a craft fair like that?!?!
@cactusbutterfly29396 ай бұрын
I have been a craft vendor for about 16 years now and I only do shows that have a central checkout and that you don't have to be at your booth. I think people buy more in these circumstances, without someone watching you and trying to sell you their items. The way the one's I do work is that every item is tagged with specific tags with your business name on the back. People walk through the show with shopping baskets and take items from individual booths and then go to the central checkout. The tags are perforated and the bottom half is removed at the checkout. Customers can pay with credit card, cash, check. The tags torn off are collected throughout the show and then we get paid a check after the show. They use the tags to know what you sold. I have never had a problem and it works wonderfully! Plus, each item purchased has the vendors information on it, for future sales from customers. The key to this type of set up is great packaging and signs explaining what items are with suggestions on how to use them. For example - "Hershey Nugget Treats - great stocking stuffer or coworker gift".
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
The explanation below is exactly the craft fair I signed up for. It was a central checkout and a week long “festival of trees”
@mitzisimpson62626 ай бұрын
Our area doesn’t offer anything like that. Maybe some of the sponsors of events should look into that kind of festival. Interesting
@cowgirlhippiechick99116 ай бұрын
Keep in mind that our economy has tanked...people are having a rough time just getting their basic bills paid...electric, natural gas, fuel for their cars, phone and food. But all in all you did great😊
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
@@cowgirlhippiechick9911 yes I agree! I’m extremely thankful for what I did sell
@sunflowerbaby18536 ай бұрын
My big local craft fair charges a $20 entrance fee. And last year half the tables had nothing to do with crafts. I think that is too expensive to enter especially if half the tables have nothing to do with what I'm going for. So I plan to skip it going forward.
@Messybesscreations6 ай бұрын
Wow! That is extremely expensive entry fee, I’ve never done one where they charge to come in. They only charge the “crafters” who set up a table
@lucyhare57996 ай бұрын
That really ticks me off that these greedy places have to take so much of y'alls hard earned money. All this stuff is getting too damn expensive for anything. In Texas, we have all kinds of things that go on and after parking and entrance fees, your usually pretty strapped. So they get a load from us, take too much of your earnings and have no problem doing it. Shame shame. I haven't done one yet, l enjoy going to them but am so sorry to hear about what they do to you.