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What is craft: Definition and 104 Discussions

  1. H

    How Do U Set up for a Craft Show/Bazaar?

    DO u have any pics... I have 4 coming up and would like them to be appealing to the eyes... but I need serious help! TIA :)
  2. iamtamnur

    Where to Buy Imprinted Latex Balloons for Craft Fairs

    Not sure if this is the right forum, but here goes! ;) Does anyone know where I could purchase imprinted latex balloons to use at craft fairs, etc.? Thanks!
  3. F

    Growing My Craft Business: Inviting Customers to My Show

    I have been trying to do one craft show per month. I sent invites to a self-hosted show for June 1st . Someone called to ask who I was -- said they got an invite. They sounded extremely irritated. I asked them if they had been to X or Y craft show and said I met them there. She said "So...
  4. Chef_2_Four

    Making a Craft for Grandma's Show: Tips and Ideas

    has anyone made this? my mil wants me to make it for her show. any suggestions if you have?
  5. S

    Printable Coupons & Recipes for Craft Fairs - Help Needed!

    Got a craft fair this weekend and was wondering if anyone had a "coupon/flyer/with recipe" combo I could print off of here. If you can help me out great! Thanks. Michelle
  6. MeesMom3

    Easy No-Cook Appetizer Ideas for a Limited Kitchen - Craft Show Tips

    Hey Guys, I need some help! I have been asked to participate in a craft show type thing with about 20 other vendors in a town a couple of hours away. I would like to have some type of appetizer to offer guests, but I won't have kitchen resources AT ALL. So I need a recipe that won't need...
  7. Jules711

    Maximizing a Craft Show Booth: Tips for Creative Success!

    I'm sure that there are threads out there with advice, but I thought I'd just ask anyway. I was able to get a booth at a big craft show this Saturday (big for this area). It's very well attended with craft vendors as well as direct sales consultants. I've seen PC consultants there before with...
  8. Cindycooks

    Is It Legal to Sell Pampered Chef Products at Craft Shows?

    I had signed up for a craft show - I just got denied because another consultant (not on my team - I dont know her) was already there. Not a big deal - I honestly dont care - The person in charge of the show was very nice and I get first dibs at their spring show - but let me ask you this...
  9. C

    Craft Fair Supplies: Where to Find What I Need in 2 Weeks

    I know I saw these on Merrill or something, and now I can't find them. I need one for a Craft Fair I am doing in 2 weeks, anyone know where I can find one?
  10. C

    Discover Local Craft Fairs and Events for Your Next Booking

    Does anyone have a good way to find craft fairs and such... I use to use something called Event Lister but it seems to have changed and now nothing is listed... I really need to get bookings...
  11. K

    Holiday Party Craft Project: Microwave Ornaments!

    I would like to do a class project with my son's class for a Holida Party. Does anyone know of a way to do ornaments? We would have a microwave in the room.....I am not very crafty!!
  12. thechefofnorthbend

    Has Anyone Done This? Recipe Party Idea for Craft Bazarre

    Has anyone out there in PC land done this? I think its kind of like the giving tree, but instead of picking out gifts to give off of the tree, you pick off a recipe and if you book a party with the consultant, she will provide and cook that recipe for the party with no cost to the host...or did...
  13. L

    Maximizing Results: My Success at a Small Craft Fair - Bookings & Leads"

    I had a table at a fairly small craft fair yesterday and it went really well. I went in with the notion that I wasn't there to get sales, but to get booking/recruit leads. I had my door prize (A goodie bag of kitchen gadgets) and entry slips. Of 40ish entries, I had 13 yes/maybes for...
  14. heat123

    How Can I Make My Craft Fair Table Display Stand Out?

    Ok ladies I need some input, I have a 4ft table (two bridge tables put together) and so far I have: ~batter bowl gift idea filled with brownie mix and bow on top, ~ trivet gift idea with tools in it w/ ribbon, ~silicone mitt gift with tools and bow, ~SA tiles bowl with candy, ~Chopper...
  15. M

    Craft Fair Clash: PP Consultant Dilemma - To Cancel or Stay?

    Here is a question for all Im doing a craft fair 11/18 come to find out that there is another PP consul going to be there besides me . I did find out that she got the app before me . The lady at the fair said that it would be fine to have because there are 2 seperate rooms we will be in...
  16. AmyP

    Craft Show Flyers: Tips and Tricks for Effective Promotion

    Hey all...I ahev a craft show this weekend and I was wondering what flyers does everyone use. Whether it be for handouts or If I stick it in a frame...whatever it amy be please let me know...thanks all!
  17. D

    Discover Craft Fairs in Delaware - Your Ultimate Guide

    Hi Everyone, I live in Delaware and I am interested in being in a craft fair. Does anyone know where I can go (website, etc.) to get a list of fairs in Delaware? Thanks in advance, Dana Dunphy:)
  18. mandydollie

    Craft Show-Didn't Know Where to Post

    Ok Cheffers~ I NEED HELP! I'm doing my first craft show in November. It's not a very big event, a couple hundred people or so but I want to make my table exciting. I'm thinking of making up the celebration cookie mix in the batter bowl to have on display, and possibly a few things set up...
  19. heat123

    Sale Tax License for Craft Fair??

    I was searching for crafts and found that all required this?:confused: Do any of you know what it is? Do we have to apply for it at our County recording office or do we contact HO for one?? (I recall having to obtain some kind of generic document when owning my own Avon Biz at the county...
  20. momoftwins

    Scripts for Leads From Craft Fairs, Etc

    Could anyone please share with me the verbage that you use when making follow - up calls for leads from craft fairs, etc??? Thanks in advance!
  21. AmyP

    What Can I Put on My Craft Show Table to Attract Customers?

    Hello...I have some upcoming craft shows and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas on what I can put out on my table. I will be decorating with a fall theme. But any idea's on anything would be greatly apreciated! Thanks:p
  22. momoftwins

    Labels for Old Catalogs for Craft Fairs

    Hello fellow cheffers! I am doing a craft fair on Sunday and have quite a few old catalogs (mini catalogs too) to use up. I know I have seen on here where you can put a label on the old catalog saying to contact me for a new catalog. Does anyone know that exact saying?? Thanks in advance!
  23. flame_chick

    Making the Most of My Craft Show: Lessons Learned!

    I had fun, and only got nervous right before I started talking. BUT I had hardly any show up.. I invited 45 people.. I got about $420 in sales, and I am wanting to bump it up, but the deadline is creeping up soon.. like today.. My mom, my brother, my sister-in-law, my husbands aunt, and my...
  24. speedychef

    Craft Fair @ Town Festival: Ideas & Suggestions Welcome!

    I'm doing a craft fair this weekend associated with the town festival. I have a few ideas. I'm trying to keep it nice and simple, so I'm looking for feedback and suggestions... -put a sticker on the back of business cards to offer other vendors 10% off anything ordered today at the fair...
  25. S

    Craft Fairs: Bought Candy or Homemade Goodies?

    Another PC consultant has asked me to help her with a local craft fair, she is going to need bathroom breaks so wants help and will split the leads. She is also bringing in a recruit of hers. She is going to provide the PC products for display, the table, etc. She said all I have to do is be...
  26. P

    Laptop Shopping for Craft Show Business

    I am thinking about purchasing a lap top to take to shows to input orders. This way I would use the OOF for guests and print up a receipt for them when I get home. No more (3) copy receipts. Also, no more addition errors, etc. I have no experience with them and was hoping for input from...
  27. P

    Discover the Best Places to Sell Your Crafts: Craft Fairs and Beyond

    Where do you find out about craft fairs? What are some other areas to have a booth? Thanks:)
  28. S

    Getting Ready for Amelia Day: Craft Show Booth Ideas

    I'm not real sure where to post this. I'm considering doing a craft show/ vendor fair in May. It is for a county wide event called Amelia Day. It is outside, so I won't be doing a demo. Need idea's on setting up a booth, what to display, how to go about the whole thing in general. Thanks...
  29. Swirl

    Creating a Product Display for Craft Show Success!

    Just wanted to know how much product do you take to shows? Do you set up a display table or just the tools you will be using? I want to take everything I own to shows, but is getting alittle to much to take. I guess I'm a hands on type of person, and I just think it's great to touch the tools...
  30. S

    Did I Do the Right Thing? - A Tale of Craft Fair Woes

    Did I do the right thing, or did I kick myself in the butt?? On Saturday I did a Holiday craft, I paid $25. for the spot. Mind you I was in contact with the person in charge for the week before. So on Saturday morning I begin pulling my stuff out of the van, and from a distance I see...
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