FAQ: Craft Fair Display Ideas?

What sells best at craft shows?

But first, we can explore some of the more popular products that are sold at craft fairs. So let’s take a look at the type of items people might “want” more than others when shopping at craft fairs.

1. Self-Improvement Products.
2. Improved Perception Products.
3. Purposeful Products.

How do you show artwork at a craft fair?

Some artists use a display easel to show their work at art fairs. An easel can be placed at a front corner of your booth to help draw attention to your work. It’s an effective way to feature one of your most eye-catching paintings.

How do you set up a craft fair?

Tips for a Successful Craft Fair

1. Presentation! Presentation is everything!
2. Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Provide a mirror!
3. Advertise your business.
4. Price EVERYTHING.
5. Don’t oversell yourself.
6. What to sell?
7. Wear your items, if possible.
8. Packaging, packaging, packaging!

What crafts are trending for 2020?

Craft trends 2020: the ones to watch!

• Colours. Perhaps the most important, fundamental trend is the new PANTONE colour of the year, 19-4052 Classic Blue.
• Stained glass. Stained glass tops the list of trendiest crafts of 2020.
• Pottery.
• Art therapy.
• Woodwork.
• Embroidery.
• Soap making.

What’s trending in crafts 2020?

Stained glass is set to become the trendiest craft of 2020. Etsy’s resident trend spotter Dayna Isom Johnson has seen a 127% increase in searches for stained glass tools and supplies on Etsy. Digital and machine crafting is another trend to watch this year.

How do you dress a craft stall?

How to Design your Craft Stall – Hints, Tips and Tricks

1. Tell potential customer who you are and what you do (Branding and Theme)
2. Show what you’ve got for sale (Layout)
3. Draw in potential customers, encourage them to stop and look (Design)

How do I set up a vendor booth?

Here are a few dos and don’ts to make your vendor booth a success.

1. DO: Choose an ideal location for your booth.
2. DON’T: Wait until the last minute to plan your booth space.
3. DO: Prominently display your company name.
4. DON’T: Lay out all your displays flat on a table.
5. DO: Offer a giveaway or prize.

How do I display my artwork?

To get you inspired, here are my tips to go beyond the traditional eye level photo wall and display artwork in unconventional and interesting ways.

1. Layer Your Artwork.
2. Mount Your Art in and on a Bookshelf (or Built-In)
3. Mix Your Materials and Use Objects.
4. Dress Your Corners with Artwork.
5. Hang Your Art Low.

How do you display canvases?

7 Ways to Display Your Canvas Prints

1. Place Canvas Prints on Floating Shelves.
2. Create a Faux Photo Booth Design.
3. Show Off a Print in a Unique Frame.
4. Hang Square Prints in a Grid Collage.
5. Combine Different Types of Wall Art in a Gallery.
6. Capture a Life Event with Small Prints.
7. Add Inspiration with Quotes, Poems, and Lyrics.

How do you display paintings?

10 tips for displaying art in your home

1. Create a gallery wall.
2. Bid farewell to frames.
3. Create an oversized mural.
4. Make use of the floor.
5. Try using picture shelves.
6. Colour-match to your collection.
7. Mix and match your frames.
8. Make a statement with the stairs.

What should you not do at a craft fair?

10 Mistakes to Avoid At a Craft Fair

• You ‘re unprepared…and it shows.
• You ‘re unfriendly.
• There’s nothing about the booth that stands out.
• Too little or too many products.
• You don’t have business cards.
• Prices are nowhere to be seen.
• Your information is outdated.
• You don’t have any change.

How do I prepare for my first craft fair?

Craft Fair Preparation Checklist

1. Craft show date marked & reminders set.
2. Accommodations booked.
3. Transportation planned.
4. Craft show helper booked & notified.
5. Goal setting sheets completed (determine how much you can make at the upcoming event and set goals)
6. Licenses, permits, insurance, etc.
7. Payment accepting system in place.

How do you show prices at a craft fair?

Here are 7 creative ways to display your pricing at craft shows:

1. Use custom signs.
2. Make DIY price tags.
3. Download price tag templates.
4. Make price tags from shrink plastic.
5. Craft your own foiled leather tags.
6. Make hand lettered chalkboards.
7. Create your own graphics.
8. Use custom, blank tags.