Crafting is one of the most rewarding activities a person can do. When you create something, the product is both tangible and tactile and is uniquely distinct from the art of song and dance, for example. You have the capacity to hold in your hands an object of artistic quality and it will be a treat to your senses.
As it happens, it is not unheard of for various craftspeople to make an appearance in California. As individuals go about their lives here, they often pause a while and appreciate the finer things around them. Craftspeople are well versed at this; their works are a testament to life itself.
If you are one of these craftspeople situated (or thinking of moving to) California, then perhaps you'd want to sell your crafts at the various craft shows occuring annually in the state. But how do you go about it? In this year alone, after all, there are 849 craft fairs scheduled; and we all know that you should choose which fair to attend to carefully.
Obviously, you have access to the Internet, or you wouldn't be reading this otherwise. The Internet has a wealth of information and a casual search is all it takes to find an online site with listings of craft shows with ease. Once you've gotten there, you can grab the contact information of the event organizers and you've already completed the first step.
Communication is an integral skill to learn, of course, and this skill must be utilized correctly in selling, starting with the event organizers. You have their contact information, give them a call or meet up with them and inquire about how they run things. Normally, these craft shows will have you pay a certain amount to use their booths, but that's where the similarity ends. Benefits included in the fee will vary; for example, some offer access to electrical outlets, while most do not. It's best to know small things like these before anything, so you won't be troubled afterwards. - 15246
As it happens, it is not unheard of for various craftspeople to make an appearance in California. As individuals go about their lives here, they often pause a while and appreciate the finer things around them. Craftspeople are well versed at this; their works are a testament to life itself.
If you are one of these craftspeople situated (or thinking of moving to) California, then perhaps you'd want to sell your crafts at the various craft shows occuring annually in the state. But how do you go about it? In this year alone, after all, there are 849 craft fairs scheduled; and we all know that you should choose which fair to attend to carefully.
Obviously, you have access to the Internet, or you wouldn't be reading this otherwise. The Internet has a wealth of information and a casual search is all it takes to find an online site with listings of craft shows with ease. Once you've gotten there, you can grab the contact information of the event organizers and you've already completed the first step.
Communication is an integral skill to learn, of course, and this skill must be utilized correctly in selling, starting with the event organizers. You have their contact information, give them a call or meet up with them and inquire about how they run things. Normally, these craft shows will have you pay a certain amount to use their booths, but that's where the similarity ends. Benefits included in the fee will vary; for example, some offer access to electrical outlets, while most do not. It's best to know small things like these before anything, so you won't be troubled afterwards. - 15246
About the Author:
Jacen Fanning is in the process of getting his PhD, but attends California Craft Shows in his spare time. Besides his monthly allowance, he earns additional income at California Craft Fairs with a talent he developed back in High School.
