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5 benefits of participating in craft fairs

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It's a big investment - of time, effort, and money - to participate in a craft fair but there are many more benefits other than making money (even though that is an important benefit!) Let's look at some of the other benefits - some may seem obvious, but some aren't. Here are 5 benefits:

Market Research and Customer Feedback

Selling at an in-person craft fair allows you to get instant feedback on your products. You can see your customers interact with your products - how they hold it, look at it, admire it, or use it. This is invaluable market research. This might show you what your most popular product is - or least popular. Here are some questions you can ponder: What are your best sellers? What do THEY think makes your items unique? What can you improve on? What can you do more of? What products can you let go of? This allows you to find progress in your work.

Growing Your Potential Customer Base & Followers

One more obvious benefit of participating in a craft fair is to grow you customer base, grow your social media following, grow your mailing list and just plainly, build your brand recognition. You will reach people who most likely might not have found you online. Have business cards on hand, and I even include a thank you note for each purchase urging people to follow my social media. Also, I always have a raffle giveaway where I collect email addresses to add to my email marketing list so I can send them newsletters and other announcements. Sometimes too, I ask to take photos of people who purchase to post to my social media and tag the customer.

Networking With the Vendor Community

A benefit you may not think about is connecting with the creative community at large. Networking with other vendors is important. I've learned so much from just having conversations with other vendors at the event. I've learned about other events to participate in and secret Facebook groups where locals discuss events around town. And it is just nice to talk to others who are going through the same thing - most of us are solopreneurs and we can identify with what it takes to run and grow a handcrafted business. Sometimes other vendors become your customers and cheerlead for you too - and vice versa. There's a sense of belonging that goes along with being a vendor at an event.

Gaining inspiration about new crafts is another benefit of participating in a craft show. You can become inspired by all the creativity that surrounds you. Also, when you have a show to prepare for, it drives you to CREATE PRODUCT - more so than in a normal timeline. Having an event as a goal to have product ready for may just be the catalyst you need to make more products. This can allow you to create product that even if you don't sell, you have in stock for wholesale purposes, or to have ready to sell online or to use for future events. I never regret making more products for shows, even if I don't sell them. Sometimes this also jumpstarts your creative juices to create new designs and products you wouldn't normally think of.

Participating in a craft fair gives you the opportunity to work on your branding. It allows you to bring your products to life. It's fun deciding on what type of emotion you want to convey when someone looks at your booth. Many times, it is a work in progress but let your creativity shine even further with the look, feel and design of your booth. The way your booth looks is your first impression with customers and draw them in. Make sure your business name and/ or logo is prominent. Remember your branding is a representation of what your company wants customers to feel.

Some benefits may be more important to you than others, but there is a lot more to a craft show than just making money. It also takes bravery to put yourself out there and share your work. If you are on the fence on whether to participate in a craft fair or event, you won't know if you like it until you try it!

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5 Benefits of Participating in Craft Fairs

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It's a big investment - of time, effort, and money - to participate in a craft fair but there are many more benefits other than making money (even though that is an important benefit!) Let's look at some of the other benefits of participating in craft fairs.

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Fairs have the advantage of enabling you to meet and talk to existing or potential customers and get feedback on your range of products

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1. Merchandise for sale must be items that are authentically made by the vendor who will be present at the show. Store bought items, catalog-ordered items, Pandora Beads, or imported articles are prohibited. Plants, potpourri (as the only item), oils, candy, and audio recordings are also unacceptable. The show staff reserves the right to prohibit any merchandise which is questionable in nature. Photographic evidence of items being crafted by the vendor is required as part of each vendor's registration materials. Edible items may only be sold if they are packaged & intended to be consumed off premises, follow the food safety regulations on the craft festival website, and do not violate the university's concessions contract. Please verify acceptability with show staff prior to registration.

2. Upon request, one outlet plug (2 receptacles) will be provided to each space at a charge of $20 total for both days. The reservation for the electrical outlet must be made in advance. After November 1st, the electrical charge will increase to $30.00. Electrical load cannot exceed 110 volts, 15 amps without prior permission of the building electrician. Extension cords or power strips are the responsibility of the Vendor. Misuse or overload of electrical circuit will result in immediate disconnection and forfeiture of outlet rental fee.

3. All transactions between the Vendor and customer are the responsibility of the Vendor. Vendors must have their own change funds. The customer has the right to request and receive a receipt. The collection and remittance of Florida Sales Tax is the responsibility of each exhibitor. Sales tax questions should be directed to Florida Department of Revenue, 386-418-4444.

4. Exhibits must be set by show opening and staffed by individuals over the age of 18 until show close on both days. All participants must follow the load-in and load-out schedules stated in the confirmation letter.

5. Security guards will be on duty overnight, but the University cannot guarantee the safety of materials. All Vendors are required to sign the registration form releasing the University from responsibility for damage or theft.

6. Pets and helium balloons are not permitted in the venue.

7. The University of Florida is proud to be a 100% tobacco-free campus. Cigarettes and other tobacco products (including vaping) are prohibited on all campus properties, including in vehicles, parking lots, outside areas, and all facilities.

8. There will be no refunds, and booths are not transferable.

9. Use of the UF or Gator logo in any materials must be approved in advance from the University of Florida Licensing Department. Please visit http://floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/_licensing_p_faq.aspx for information. Representatives from the Licensing Department will monitor items being sold during the show and will impose a fine for those using the University of Florida logo or trademarks without prior approval.

10. Forms must be completed in their entirety, and all deadlines as set forth in the cover letter must be met in order to be considered as a Vendor.

11. All merchandise and display equipment must fit in the marked space of the booth (8' x 2.5'tabletop, 8' x 10'booth, or 10' x 10' booth). There will be no storage area supplied. Vendors must ensure there are no disruptions emitting from their booth. Vendors ARE NOT ALLOWED to block the aisle ways by sitting outside of their booth space, please plan your layout accordingly knowing you need to sit/stand within your space.

12. Open Flame Policy- open flames are subject to inspection. You must have a fire extinguisher. Flames must be on or contained in non-flammable containers and bases. Displays must receive flame retardant certification.

13. Misuse/abuse of the O'Connell Center, its staff, or any of its equipment will be grounds for immediate dismissal.

14. Rules are subject to change. Continued participation of the Vendor is at the discretion of the show staff.

15. Vendor shall protect, maintain, save and hold harmless the University, its officers, agents, servants and employees from and against any and all claims, demands, expense and liabilities arising out of injury or death to any person, or the damage, loss or destruction of any property which may occur in or about the venue (including any portion thereof which vendor has not been given the right to occupy or use pursuant to the terms of this Agreement) or which may arise or in any way grow out of any act or omission of vendor, its agents, invitees and patrons' use and occupancy of venue.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE ABOVE RULES/REGULATIONS WILL RESULT IN DISMISSAL AND WILL FORFEIT FUTURE PARTICIPATION.
All questions should be directed to the show staff at (352) 273-1855.

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Craft Festival Rules, Regulations, and Conditions

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Merchandise for sale must be items that are authentically made by the vendor who will be present at the show. Store bought items, catalog-ordered items, Pandora Beads, or imported articles are prohibited. Plants, potpourri (as the only item), oils, candy, and audio recordings are also unacceptable.

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Craftfairs-wales.co.uk

This is a FREE service for crafters and craft fair organisers.
On this site we will try to create a comprehensive list of Craft events throughout Wales for the coming Year.

Site updated Sept 11th
we are starting to list events again Submitting an event to this site
This site is FREE to submit events to and free to use. It is funded by crafts of the Valleys members. If you are attending events and the organiser is not using the site remind them of its existence. It is not only used by Stall holders but also used by potential customers to your event. We have also found that other media are also using our details for their own events pages. So please feel free to use this valuable FREE source of publicity

To submit an event or course email me, the service is free. However, please supply me the details in TEXT form as this is a free service and unfair just to supply me a poster and say pick the bones from that.

The full list of shows and their contacts are listed below.

Each event has a contact and you need to contact them individually to apply for their event, NOT ME

phil@craftfairs-wales.co.uk
We do not use Cookies on this site, no information is collected on your visit Word of Caution
Events listed on this site are not recommendation, but just a list of events that crafters can join. All events are listed in good faith and common sense and caution need to be adhered to at all times. Try to visit an event before you book, talk to other crafters and get some feed back. Do not pay for more than one event with an organiser in advance, see if the event works for you first.
Craft Courses and demonstrations below calendar of events New Ideas in Barry Some of you looking for workshops and more long tern trading venues may want to explore new ideas in Barry using storage units email ben@loft-co.com www.goodshedsbarry.co.uk
You may find this really useful when completing risk assessment forms

If you are new to crafting and have any concerns over what you are going to sell. Always approach your local Trading Standards Department, they are there to help and advise. This will give you peace of mind over any legal issues .

http://www.swansea.gov.uk/tradingstandards
Fire safety law and event traders
Whether you attend events regularly or occasionally, you have a duty to assist the event organiser ensure your actions do not affect the safety of the event. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies to all commercial premises in England and Wales. The Order states that the responsible person must carry out a fire safety risk assessment. The law applies for business premises a charity or a voluntary organisation The Order requires any person who exercises some level of control in premises to take reasonable steps to reduce the risk from fire and ensure occupants can safely escape if a fire does occur. When the Order was implemented in 2006, it replaced over 70 pieces of fire safety law and saw the inspection and enforcement regimes move from prescription to identifying risk. To assist event organisers achieve this. The Chief Fire Officers' Association has created two easy to use templates for traders attending their events. www.cfoa.org.uk/11544 The first being for food concessions the second for traders and market-stalls When completed as long as there are no significant changes, the form can used by traders for each event they attend. Where the documents questions are Non-applicable please enter N/A

phil@craftfairs-wales.co.uk

As there are not man craft fairs taking place this autumn, we will list some of the craft website that woudl normally be out and abouit

If you want to list your sire free of charge, with a small speel send me details phil@craftfairs-wales.co.uk

Sorry no photographs and i have to be able to just cut and paste please

Reflective Images

Bryan & Sarah Mapstone

www.llanmeadcrafts.com

My name is Sarah Bevan and I paint at my studio/home in Caerphilly. I am pretty much
always in my studio so if you want to drop by and see what Pet Portrait I am working
on or you want to view any portraits before you proceed with your commission I am
more than happy for you to visit.

https://bespokepetportraitsbysarah.co.uk

SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER 19th Colwyn Bay Artisans Market Company Ltd, Uniting creatives & Communities. www.theartisanmarketcompany.co.uk Stella 07495 585757 Ben 07496 198171

SEPTEMBER 19th Brecon craft fair is this Saturday the the 19th September. Up to 60 stalls of great home made items to suit everyone, it's in a historic market hall (indoor) large tables to display goods, a great day out. Please contact Dawn or Andrew at brecon@badgerlasercrafts.co.uk. Look forward to seeing you all
OCTOBER
OCTOBER 17th Colwyn Bay Artisans Market Company Ltd, Uniting creatives & Communities. www.theartisanmarketcompany.co.uk Stella 07495 585757 Ben 07496 198171
NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER 12th - DECEMBER 23rd Cardiff City Centre: Pedestrian areas covering St John Street, Working Street, the Hayes, Hills Street and Trinity Street www.cardiffchristmasmarket.com Taster Stall available at this event, but space is limited If you have not taken part in any craftfolk events before this is best page to start About craftfolk Please contact if you wish to apply including full details of your craft. jane@craftfolk.com, or 07974561514, www.craftfolk.com TBC

NOVEMBER 21st Colwyn Bay Artisans Market Company Ltd, Uniting creatives & Communities. www.theartisanmarketcompany.co.uk Stella 07495 585757 Ben 07496 198171

NOVEMBER 27th - DECEMBER 21st Swansea Christmas Market booking forms and details Catherine.owen2@swansea.gov.uk 07814109599
DECEMBER

DECEMBER 19th Colwyn Bay Artisans Market Company Ltd, Uniting creatives & Communities. www.theartisanmarketcompany.co.uk Stella 07495 585757 Ben 07496 198171
Country show around the UK, if you are looking for venues further a field a list of country shows can be found here
www.ukcountyshows.co.uk/

teach gentle and inspiring heritage craft techniques associated with the woollen industry including weaving, spinning, fleece preparation,

felting, dyeing and more, year round from Gower Heritage Centre, Swansea. Visit their website for all the latest class listings or find them on Facebook and Instagram.

CRAFT COURSES

Courses in Silver Metal Clay and Wirework, taught by Certified Metal Clay instructor Sarah Warden-Smith in South Wales. Please see the website for more information www.bezeal.co.uk

If you are considering putting on an outdoor event and need to hire stalls in south wales

www.stallhirewales.com

http://jimyoung14.blogspot.co.uk

interesting photos and blog well worth a visit

www.spillersrecords.co.uk/ The oldest Record shop in the world, support your independent retailer

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Craftfairs-wales.co.uk This is a FREE service for crafters and craft fair organisers. On this site we will try to create a comprehensive list of Craft events throughout Wales for the coming Year. Site updated Sept 11th we are starting to list events again Submitting an event to this site This site is FREE to submit events to and free to use.

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Pedddle does not have any future dates listed for this eventCardiff, CF10 3ND

£2.50 - £3 entrance fee. Under 12s go free.

Details

Cardiff Craft & Flea is held in The City Hall, showcasing a variety of Welsh makers.

Our stallholders at previous markets

Ceramics

Cheadle, Cheshire

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Cardiff Craft & Flea | Markets in Wales - Pedddle

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Pedddle does not have any future dates listed for this eventCardiff, CF10 3ND £2.50 - £3 entrance fee. Under 12s go free. Cardiff Craft & Flea is held in The City Hall, showcasing a variety of Welsh makers. Ceramics Cheadle, Cheshire