This no-sew crochet axolotl is quick, easy and cute! It would make a great addition to your next market/craft fair or a fun gift.

One of my most popular articles details the types of products that sell best at craft shows; you can read that here: What Sells Best at a Craft Show? This article explores the other side: Types of products that don’t tend to sell well, or that can actually harm the sales of best-selling products. I’ve created...

By Blog Editor Susan Wells You've picked the perfect project, pulled together your materials and variables, conducted your experiment. You can see the

Whip up an adorable seal in under an hour with this quick and easy no-sew crochet seal pattern!

Today we’re excited to share a glimpse into the studio of jewelry designer Hannah Ferrara, who will be bringing her line of handmade jewelry, Another...

MATH: IXL min. 1/2 hr each week. Focus on area that you are trying to write test for in Math Basics. Remember your new goal (DUE: by Mar. 15th) Caribou Math Test (Wed. Feb. 13th) LA: Eminent Fig…

Learn how to make both a basic homopolar motor and a tiny dancing motor! Great science fair project for older kids!

Using just a few common ingredients you can make your own bouncy balls that glow-in-the-dark !

These cute little wide mouth martian crochet sacks are taking the internet by storm in the crochet community! They are lovingly called Yip-Yips because they resemble the puppet characters from the TV show Sesame Street. Hang them around the house or on the rear view mirror in your car. They can hold a variety of

Learn everything about "Growing Roses" in 30 Amazing and Educative diagrams.

Learn how to make both a basic homopolar motor and a tiny dancing motor! Great science fair project for older kids!

Learn how to make both a basic homopolar motor and a tiny dancing motor! Great science fair project for older kids!

Because just "simply adorable" does not effing cut it anymore.

Crochet an Infinity Cuff With Math!: It's an infinity scarf for your wrist! This cozy cuff is really a Möbius strip, a mathematical shape with only one side and one edge. Crochet this twisted loop in about half an hour, and see for yourself how topology works while you create a cool ac…

Here's a super EASY and fast science experiment to do with the kiddos...magic milk! Watch it in action... All you need to do is fill a dish with about an inch of milk then drop

These cute little wide mouth martian crochet sacks are taking the internet by storm in the crochet community! They are lovingly called Yip-Yips because they resemble the puppet characters from the TV show Sesame Street. Hang them around the house or on the rear view mirror in your car. They can hold a variety of

Sometimes when you are on-the-go, you become in desperate need some yarn and a hook... Crochet Emergency Keychain to the rescue! I took a plastic ornament ball and filled with tiny 1 inch balls of yarn. Added my crochet hook keychain (purchased from Amazon) to the top and VOILA! The perfect crochet emergency kit keychain!

Article that details three different methods to determine how much handmade inventory to bring to your next craft fair or show.

Choosing the right craft show can make a big difference in your success in selling crafts. Here's how to decide if a show is worth your time.

Where to sell crafts beyond art fairs. 12 ways to build a handmade business for people who don't want to sell at craft shows.

If you've wondered why people say "I love your work" but never buy, this article uncovers the answers and solutions to help you sell more handmade products.

A craft show vendor asked this question as we were rushing by and it got us to stop & purchase a product we weren't shopping for. Find out what she asked...

Determining how much stock to make for a craft fair can be difficult. Too little and you lose out on sales, too much and you add unwanted costs. Find the...

When you’re preparing for a craft show, you (the vendor) should be doing your part to help promote the event. However, if you’ve tried everything and shoppers aren’t showing up, here are a few tips to turn the situation around, even if you won’t be making many sales. 1 – STAY OPEN Slow...

Handmade product? Check! Business cards? Check! Wicked display? Check! You'll all ready for your craft fair right? There's one thing most vendors forget.

If you want a craft show display that stands out, you must strategically use color. Color is what catches the eye, evokes an emotion within seconds, can help tell a story, and much more. Using color effectively so your craft show display catches shoppers’ eyes is fairly easy, but it does take some thought. Here...

If you're selling handmade products at a craft show, you're probably wondering; what sells best? Because, who doesn't want to make more money at an event?

So much work goes into selling at craft fairs, you shouldn't be wondering why you're not making more money. Here are the top 5 problems to fix.

Asking what to wear to a craft fair is like asking "what do I wear to work?" The answer depends on many variables. Find out how to choose the right outfit.

Craft shows are a unique way to shop and vendors can get creative with their setup. But there are certain things craft show shoppers shouldn't see.

What if I do this craft show and I don’t sell ANYTHING?! 😰 Here's the hard truth...⁠ ⁠You are not alone! It doesn’t matter how relaxed all the other vendors look, or how much experience they have; this is every handmade artists WORST FEAR when they do a market. It is still mine and I've been doing craft fairs for years. I'm on edge until my first sale, every show, no matter how many times I've done it.⁠I’m not going to tell you it won’t happen because it will…You will inevitably do a show wher

Having a craft fair checklist will help keep you organized and better prepared to set up your booth. This checklist is divided into six categories, each of them containing the essentials you'll want to have on hand at your next show. Use this checklist to make your next craft fair a success! What You'll Receive: Three files (JPG, PDF, PNG) sized to be printed on 8.5" x 11" paper (3500 x 2705 pixels) Instructions for Download: 1. Once purchased, you will instantly have access to the Etsy download page and you will also receive a download link in your email. 2. Click “download” and save the file to your computer. 3. You can now print the file from your computer. Please Note: 1. This is a printable file. No physical product will be mailed to you. 2. Print colors and quality may vary due to different monitors, paper and print settings. 3. This file is for personal use only. This file cannot be shared, used or sold for commercial use. 4. No refunds.

Plenty of craft show ideas to help you make the most of selling at your next craft fair. Information on applying to juried shows, hundreds of booth photos, and plenty of guidance.

Craft shows are a unique way to shop and vendors can get creative with their setup. But there are certain things craft show shoppers shouldn't see.

As soon as I start talking about craft fair setups, people want to talk about pricing, signage, and how to arrange your tables. But the part of your table doing the most good (or the most damage), is often the biggest thing on your table: Your tablecloth. The tablecloth is probably the last thing the vendor thinks about, but it is the first thing the customer sees. It is the background for your whole display.