first weekend as a vendor at the Bryant Park Winter Village // holiday market vlog, Q&A

[@victoriadonaghey8636]

We are being spoiled with all of this content and I’m LOVING IT

[@musiclaurenash]

Oh my gosh, right?

[@monicarazak]

hehehe got lots of catching up to do:)

[@latelierlma]

yessssssss ☺️

[@destinyisabellaxo]

No fr she’s goin double time!

[@LaToya_Ebony]

LOVING this series as a fellow small business owner. I launched a body care brand 4 months ago in Kansas City and began doing markets right away. Your videos are wonderful because I don’t feel alone navigating the world of having a handmade business. I’ve vlogged a lot, but haven’t had time to past as often. Your videos inspire me to keep sharing. Congratulations! 🎉

[@monicarazak]

guys I promise I eventually get myself together in upcoming vlogs but until then enjoy another chaotic vlog & Q&A🤍

[@beingemma]

No need to apologize. I love the realness because chaos is so real when doing holiday markets let alone Bryant Park holiday market. And regardless so incredible to see!

[@pandaaumpansub2725]

Chaos makes it realisric! Love the vlogs

[@lukapopp3787]

We love the vlogs! 😊❤️

[@luisabuenahora2703]

I’m so impressed with how you find the time to edit and post these vids so frequently while doing a market!?! 👏🏼

[@Sb-mj3zk]

She is paying people to support her through the market. But yes, she’s able to multitask through team support

[@musiclaurenash]

I love that you are taking us on your journey of something so big for a small handmade business! You are killing it girl! Also, quick thought, do you have, or can you have some music playing low key in the background while people peruse your booth? I have found its welcoming and helps break the quiet while people browse.

[@monicarazak]

yes I normally have music playing!! I usually pause the music while I'm talking to the camera :)

[@musiclaurenash]

​@@monicarazakMakes sense, I'm watching the video and honestly your stuff looks so professional. It looks like a little brick and mortar, so good!

[@EricBK88]

Hey Monica! I’ve been watching you for about half the year now. I’ve seen your growth and your process and it’s been wonderful. Sometimes we stumble upon people and their work with zero connection to it but we enjoy seeing people thrive. Well come to find out I am now working a booth a Bryant Park! My friend owns a brand and I’m helping him out. State of Gratitude. I’ve passed by your booth a few times but you were never there when I went. Would love to say hi one day. :)

[@karmomile]

for portable sticker storage, I use a thick 3 ring binder with "sheet protector" sleeves. Each type of sticker sheet goes in the same one sleeve, then I use binder divider tabs to organize the sleeves by type. I love it because I can just grab my binder on the way out to a fair. The only down side I've found so far is if you pick the binder up upside down the stickers may start to slide out, I've considered adding a tab or buying sleeves with closable top, but it's never been enough of an issue for me to fix it lol

[@KocholateKoutureCo]

Where do you buy binder tabs that are bigger than the sheet protectors?

[@dianamanuel728]

Sold 3200$ in our last market! Insane! All I can say God is helping us because we don’t even have expirience selling or doing markets! So excited and happy for you Monica!! You are truly a hard working woman! We love you girl!

[@marielyprintsandcrafts980]

I've never clicked so fast!!! This is my goal for next year. To get into a Christmas market with my personalized planners l. Thank you Monica for inspiring me 💕

[@monicarazak]

go for it!!!

[@jlovesmacx]

So excited to see you open! I have been following your prep and was looking forward to you opening. You’re doing amazing! ❤

[@sarahiscool8802]

Thanks for spoiling us with content, you are my new fav content creator xx

[@roejendraadams7614]

Stopped by your booth BF and got a Cranberry Prosecco candle which smells amazing! I think your booth placement really worked out cause the center of the market gets crazy crowded.

[@lin90210]

Awww you are doing amazing! All the products look beautiful. For storing the labels you could use a simple plastic case with document dividers. You can label the tabs and reach in for the ones you need easily

[@laurentracy6282]

The booth looks great🎉 if you have time, I would love to see some of the other booths at the village in a future vlog

[@christalchambers9086]

I like the fact that you created more than one product and continue to create. For your hard work and commitment, the Lord will continue to open the doors for you. Listening to your experiences helps me to plan out my business plan.

[@evaempress]

You should definitely promote your youtube while you're there! A simple sign would do but I bet people would love that!

[@sweetlifeofangel]

So pumped for you!!! Experiences like this can be very emotionally overwhelming - try to remember to take time to soak it in and enjoy it!!!

[@inyourdaydreams7576]

For the stickers you can do a plastic accordion folder or like a tackle type box so its waterproof

[@longislandthrifter]

So glad YT suggested your videos...I'm obsessed with learning about the markets! Congratulations, you're doing amazing and I'm definitely going to visit the booth!

[@diakim753]

really been loving ur content lately! will try visit u at bryant park soon!

[@sherryrobinson9602]

Thank you for taking us on this journey. It's great you have sales associates that are helping you This does free you up to do some of the behind the scenes work that needs to be done.

[@kathywellerart]

You are absolutely amazing- I have no idea how you are getting up all of this content while- WHILE!- you are doing this show!!! Congrats to you!! There’s a couple of long shows like this here in Boston that I know of - seaport in Boston proper, and one in a suburb but I forget the name of that show. Anyway, keep rocking your show! You’re doing amazing!’

[@FAMILIESFRIENDSTRAVELS]

So we have been watching your videos, me and my family did Bryant Park and sold vintage items.We understand all of your emotions. You're doing so well. We were placed by the fountain. We only did a few weeks, we did well. Any questions feel free to ask is. We will try and come visit.

[@vazmarina8]

Can’t believe this video came up as I watched the both set up! You’re doing great, remember to be kind to yourself ❤❤

[@dmc6210]

This me. We are twinning. I also had the same exact thought. Please continue to be mind to you. You’re doing an amazing job.

[@jotumnpotter]

Literally love watching your videos so much

[@Becoming.Kenyada]

Try using scrapbook page sleeves then you can put them in a cute scrapbook to carry them around and the sleeves will hold and separate each label 😊

[@pixieblush]

I am so happy to see your success, which is so well deserved! Love your energy and your vibe and the fact that you are sharing your knowledge with fellow entrepreneurs. I know of another person who is LA based and who has had tremendous success with her scented candles. She has them manufactured in France so not at all as hard working as yourself. One tip that made her more successful, was to expand via doing some wholesale to retailers. Is that something you thought of doing to expand your business? Anyway, I'm sure you have at least considered this, but just wanted to bring it up just incase as I think you deserve all the success ❤ Much love from across the big pond 🇬🇧

[@lolarebel6879]

Monica for your stickers you should buy a accordian file organizer its simple and easy to carry. Plus you can always find a cute one!

[@melanienguyen3569]

this is such an inspiration!!! i am going through all the logistics and brainstorming of opening up my own small business right now after being in a rut and closing down my other one. you go monica!!!

[@is.nicollette]

One of my friends will be going this week to your booth and get bunch of goodies for me!! This is so inspirational. Thank you for venting 😅 it helps me understand I am not alone with all the sacrifices a small business owner has to make to prioritize certain projects.

[@amiepanzer4472]

I love your channel and booth. I am a vendor and I understand the stress. I am curious if you could.move the candles to the first shelf and move your bags up since your boxes are underneath for them to grab and maybe it would clean it up more. There is alot of boxes and items and it's hard to see what is for sale. Best if luck thus Season!

[@naomy_anne]

You are doing so great Monica!! 🎉🎉🎉 We are so proud of you ❤

[@KaylieFlagg]

I found your videos because of your first Bryant Park video! I’m heading to nyc next weekend and I can’t wait to stop by your stall

[@shaiday]

I love you and j love what you do absolutely amazing One suggestion I would like to share is your set up… from what i seen from your setup previously i feel like you could have done better but otherwise your absolutely amazing ❤️❤️❤️☺️☺️ and happy holidays ☺️☺️❤️

[@bagsandlifestyle]

Beginner crafter! Watching you as I have 6 more days for my holiday market. I am also contemplating doing a larger 2-day market. As I am typing this makes me nervous to think about. Thanks for the videos!!!

[@kayleemoore5819]

You should organize your stickers in a coupon binder!! So excited to see this come together for you! ❤

[@helloveevibes]

Monica, you inspire me so much to follow your foot steps and finally start my small business I’ve always dreamed of. You are such a queen! Keep it up and wishing you great success at Bryant Park 🎄🎁

[@TriciaFocusnBalancellc]

Thank you for sharing. I do have a question, what do you do with product that is unsold? Do you resell for next season; sell at a discount price or just give away the product?

[@amvive08]

Just a thought, maybe you can make a curtain instead of the garland? Maybe use some of the cool fabric from the scrunchies? Or curtains for the stock shelves under the display so you eye goes to the display rather than the stock below? The descriptions of your candles sound great, I'll def be ordering some gifts!

[@zzisme]

"Oh I need to film a reel today" *giggles* "THAT was cringey" 😂I luv monica omg

[@vickipatridge5094]

Glad things are going well. Wishing you continued success.

[@julilang9963]

Booth looks great, but suggestion. Wrap the makesy boxes with super cute on brand wrapping paper would look better. Better yet make your own and have it printed.

[@Phoema21]

Accordion folders with the lil flip lid or the box version are great for organizing multiple types of stickers

[@mitchmitchell8062]

This is so awesomento see you flourish at Bryant Park. I am from Indiana and have trying to figure out a way to tip toe to NY to relish in your manifest of participating in the BP Mkt. I am a small business owner as well, and watching and following you gives me accountability to stay the course for my business. I have been following you since 2022. This is so awesome!!!!!❤

[@alyssanash3248]

Get an accordion binder for your stickers! That way you can label the sections and easily find what sticker you're looking for!

[@ddgmakesart]

Rooting for you!! You’re doing great ❤

[@KocholateKoutureCo]

Congratulations!!! Your booth looks amazing!!!!

[@diakim753]

if u were to add another item to your company, what would it be? do u have anything new in the works?

[@AdventuresWithTheRomanceAuthor]

Is there security for your booth overnight? It looks great and so excited for you.

[@laurieszentirmai4511]

Wow that was my question at what point did you make your costs/vendor fee back. If you have already made it back that is fantastic! Happy to hear your small business is becoming so sucessful. Congrats

[@rosajimenez6481]

Hey Monica im so happy for you girl. What made you get square instead of Shopify reader. Does the sqare connect with your Shopify online store.

[@Mrsnonda]

Yes loving this!

[@virgiicaste]

I love your videos. But i will recommend you. That when the times you speak at us, it would be so satisfying to put like a voice over over doing things like making candles, at the store, idk doing things. It makes the people want to see and listen ❤ and I find it so freaking satisfying 😌 ❤

[@adriellerose]

Hiii! Where do you get your labels made for your candles?

[@desireeuvalle9753]

Yesssssss another video 🎉

[@linhngo2443]

We have a ton of holiday markets here in Denver! The Cherry Creek holiday market and Mistletoe Market to name a couple of the big ones.

[@TheLittleCrownStore]

Thank you so much for this video, I love it! And the best of luck for the market!

[@leticiafalcon6201]

Congratulations! It looks amazing!

[@BronwynAlexandriaa]

Idk how you find time to edit this

[@monicarazak]

LOL honestly idk either

[@hanam8620]

I was just watching your previous video and thought “I’m excited to see the vlogs” and you uploaded this!!!

[@DarkKnightLady]

Watching after selling at a not great comic con today to relax! Loving all the videos!

[@sasipan6683]

Its so cold in NY i hope you keep warm ❤

[@trudysmith2271]

Wow, you are doing an impressive job. I make stained glass and I do different vendor events. I can't imagine doing one this long!

[@civilizeddiva]

12:17: Alex is really on top of things and sporting a scrunchie! ☺️

[@mikurasnerdcorner]

Maybe an accordian folder/organiser (not sure if it has the same name in the US)😅 would be a good idea for your labels/stickers. found you Videos maybe a week ago and have been waiting for your Bryant park Videos. So glad they are finally here ❤❤

[@shecanbudget1170]

Thanks for this Monica. Really enjoyed your video & the 'behind the scenes'. I went to a local pop-up craft fair earlier today & was brave enough to ask some of the vendors about their experiences, the trade levels & if they thought it was worth it, as it's the first time this fair has run in this location. This has now given me the confidence to look into participating myself next time 😊 xx

[@hiwaga7399]

I've been binging your vlogs on the background while building up my own business (I just finished the paperwork but I'm not officially open yet), and it's been so inspiring watching your journey! If you're asking for sticker organization, personally I use a photo album but depending on the size or quanity of your labels an accordion folder might be more effective. It's so cool watching your journey

[@realtalk8059]

That’s sooo smart

[@simplyjesslynn]

this is o amazing! Congratulations!!!!

[@INGAMETNOM]

Makesy has been so bad this season! I ordered two bags of wicks November 8 and they still haven’t shipped and those who have received them have all been broken. So I’m getting a little nervous.😅

[@builtbymxtt]

12 minutes, first 300 yay!

[@monicarazak]

thanks for being here🥰

[@builtbymxtt]

@ your welcome! i’m trying to become a vendor but with stickers and pins/buttons at some point!

[@AmbercollegeA]

What’s the best seller so far?❤

[@livpacheco]

i’ve done one market this winter season and i made zero sales 😭😭 it was so disheartening. in hindsight, it was so silly of me to think my products would do well at a vet legion lol. i have a market coming up this weekend at a school and im reeeeally hoping the traffic is better.

[@TheBlueEyedCrafter]

I am cheering you on all the way from Florida. Everything looks fabulous especially the pink walls. I have a little suggestion to get your pouches up on the grid wall. Maybe next to the scrunchies. I think that would give others a chance to shop while waiting to smell the candles.

[@NayomiqueOfficial]

love your vlogs so muc & get so much inspiration from it!

[@letsjazzitup]

I saw the booth fees were like $25k how did you snag one between $10-16k?

[@MonsysCreations]

DC had a month long market, started Nov.22

[@stephaniemorris6738]

I'm so happy for you...I really wish we had long Christmas markets. Your booth space looks awesome!

[@LaurenCarducci-]

love how long your videos are 💗

[@mysugaplum]

I'm so loving your consistency, and congrats on the opening of your shop. But please do think about blurring your customer faces. I know there's no expectation of privacy in a public place. But people really don't get to consent to these kind of things.

[@inparadise]

In Auckland our biggest Christmas market is on only for 1 day! (Paid entry of $5). It’s the “General Collective Lifestyle & Design Market - Christmas Edition on 3 November 2024” with over 200 vendors. So I would love to check out the Bryant Park Christmas market! Enjoy the moments ☺️

[@lovepotionsz]

did you hire the sales associates or are they with the market?

[@MichelleBarhamlifestyle]

Congratulations ❤

[@michellefeaster5585]

This market gives brick and mortar vibes!

[@Cookie-mv5gt]

Currently in between jobs would it be a good idea to go to these type of pop up shops and ask if they need a helping hand? I also would love to help small business owners as I am trying to become one myself.

[@hartlinerealm2015]

36k plus just to open the white tarp! You are having fun.

[@jessf_2001]

We don't really have any long markets just weekend markets.

[@user-ku4hj7ht6q]

I can see the grind in your face, love. You are looking tired. Hang in there. Find balance.

[@limitlessends]

ooooOOOOoooo, six mins old. This video is FRESH!

[@monicarazak]

hahaha hope you enjoy🥰

[@NadeeshaNisansala-rs9bd]

❤👍

[@taylorthechemist]

❤❤❤

[@sophiageorge1332]

Amazing 🤩 🖤✨🤍🖤✨🤍🕯️

[@SuzanneRowell]

Boston has a month-long Christmas holiday market called Snowport that opened on the 1st.

[@sarablackbird]

I hate saying this, but just be mindful that the number one reason businesses fail is because of employee theft. Make sure you have lots of checks and balances. It happens to businesses on every level.

[@jenniferlewis9864]

💜💙

[@smalltalksundays]

woow! 16k that's a lot T__T

[@Jessicaakathesoaplady]

19:57 I miss my pink in my brand but I really love my rebrand 🤎🤍💛🖤

[@SewFelicia]

❤❤