A craft market vlog - preparation, display, pricing, and more!

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Hello! I had a great time at a Fall craft show in Vancouver, and I'd love to share how it went and how I prepared for it. Note that I'm mainly describing my indoor market experiences. If you have more questions beyond what was covered, feel free to leave a comment and I'll try my best to answer them.
I attended my first markets in 2017 and I spent a lot of time acquiring what I needed for my display and trying out many iterations of showcasing my books. At first I placed my journals and sketchbooks between bookends to show off the exposed spines, and then I decided that displaying the covers would look more appealing and less cluttered. That's how I designed the home made tabletop shelves. Designing a display is a fun creative process that I enjoy. Pinterest is a great source for inspiration!
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@jas8815 Жыл бұрын

When I started doing craft markets, there was very little information online about doing them. So here is the info I wish I had before doing my first one. This is basically about setting up your space. Find out how big a space you will have and mark off a space that size on your floor with masking tape. Then set up your table or tables within that space. Then lay out your items and display pieces and move them around until you're happy. Then invite a friend to take a look and make comments and suggestions. It's often hard to be objective about your own setup, and a friend's viewpoint can be very valuable. Once you're happy with your setup, take a picture with your cell phone, because no matter how sure you are that you'll remember where everything goes, if it's your first show, you'll be nervous and may forget. Load your car the night before!!! That way you'll feel more relaxed in the morning, knowing that everything is done. When you load your car, load what you'll need first, last. This will probably be your hand truck. The morning of, leave early so that you will have plenty of time to set up and not be frantically rushing before the show opens. If you finish setting up early, walk around and talk to your fellow vendors. These are your people! You speak the same language, you are people who make things and you have a lot in common. Also, take notes. Every craft market is a learning experience. Enjoy!`

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

Great tips!! Thank you

@davidbauguess Жыл бұрын

You're awesome, and inspirational, please don't stop! These days, we need more craftspeople and handmade goods. Your videos have motivated me, so please know how much gratitude I have for you. Thank you! ;-)

@julia-rm7os Жыл бұрын

as a very anxious and socially awkward person, i really appreciated the part when you metioned you have some phrases/sentences prepared beforehand when talking to ppl. i can't count the instances when i had to rehearse what i was going to say bc i get tounge-tied when i'm stressed and overwhelmed. i have so much respect for people who have to talk to strangers bc that's one of the direct ways for their business to grow. it may not seem like much but thank you for saying that. i've been watching you for quite a while now and i'm always left feeling so inspired, but not knowing what to do with that inspiration. a small shy dream of mine is to maybe one day have my own small bookbinding business but i have a very long way to go and so much to learn. i made like four books so far, with various levels of success but i love the process of making them so much. it's amazing to see something made with my own hands. anyways, let me just say i love everything you do and what you stand by. keep up the amazing work and i really wish you the best of luck in your personal and professional life! much love

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

awww ❤️❤️❤️ thank you

@wendyvancamp1738 Жыл бұрын

As a small business artisan for over 30 years, I enjoyed watching your video. While what you spoke about is old hat to me, I found your manner to be charming and informative. I'm glad to see what the next generation is doing. BTW, have you considered booking fountain pen tradeshows? I believe your product would be a great fit for the audience there. Good luck to you and your small craft business. :)

@MercyCuenca Ай бұрын

SUCH A NICE, INFORMATIVE YET CALM VIDEO.

@nepenthe1446 Жыл бұрын

This was very interesting. Thank you for sharing your process with us and as an aside, I thought the audio and videography was excellent.

@NoCopyrightMusic16 Жыл бұрын

Agree

@KarensTinyCarCamper Жыл бұрын

Oooooo, I loved this video! I made a living with hand crafted items back in the 80s and 90s and sold at many crafts fairs and flea markets. This craft fair made me so nostalgic for those days! I loved that you shared the other booths around you which really showed us the talents that are out there. At the markets I went to, I always loved getting to know the crafters around me and during slow times we'd watch after each other's booths. I loved to do a fast drive-by through the fair to see what others were selling and to grab a snack from the food trucks. Those were good days! Thanks for sharing!

@jonb2811 3 ай бұрын

I loved the video ❤

@iamdawt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this experience! You really have it down pat with your display, it's lovely. I hope you did well with your sales.

@kromafila Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing you thoughts and experience with us!

@savannahcarlon7033 Жыл бұрын

thank you for wearing a mask at the market! Every little bit helps to protect your community

@HelenMcLean Жыл бұрын

Thank you for answering my question 😊 I feel like my experiences are aligned with yours, so it's good to hear from you.

@EllowynCassia Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this. I've been thinking a lot about my bookbinding and where I want to take it. Doing craft shows has been on my mind as my mother does them for her crafts but wasn't sure where to start with my books. I love your content and it keeps me inspired for future projects and my continued learning!

@haleyfranker Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful!! I'm doing my very first craft fairs this fall! I've been wanting to sell my books for years, but just never had the courage to do it. Your videos have inspired me so much! Thanks for the tips :)

@katiehanrahan5293 Жыл бұрын

So glad you had a successful market and enjoyed it! I’ve done craft shows/markets for many, many years and while they are a lot of work (and sometimes a financial crap shoot), I always loved connecting with my customers face to face and getting their feedback on my products. For me, that’s always the best part of selling at markets.

@superfriendlyalpaca Жыл бұрын

This was so insightful!! I remember visiting your booth in the UBC nest many years back and I'm so happy to see how your art has grown 🥺💖 Watching this as I mentally prepare to do my first market in 2023 🤞🤞 Also I'm obsessed with your patchwork shirt/dress 😍

@touatiasaidi8086 Жыл бұрын

i am manifesting this

@connieebinger6343 Жыл бұрын

Great info thank you!

@odalilleaasen Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and giving so many great tips!

@melevonne Жыл бұрын

absolutely loved the process of this video. It was so calming, informative and a nice insight into your brand. I too am a small business owner and alway get so much inspiration by these videos.

@janiceko9061 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful booth set up, beautiful products, and you have a beautiful soul. Thank you for documenting your journey and sharing it with us. So lovely to meet you in person and come to support you! I love all your videos and learned a lot each time! You have inspired me so much to follow my passion and dream. Appreciate you a lot! 😊

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

Thank you for coming Janice 🥺💕

@nekokristiaan Жыл бұрын

Thank you for answering my questions!

@mafish7962 Жыл бұрын

Such an awesome, honest and helpful video, thank you so much! Laura ❤

@charliedrury6224 Жыл бұрын

Hello, you're very good, very creative. You will have grsat success. Thanks for sharing.

@nikki.s.r. Жыл бұрын

love your vlog: i go to a lot of (seasonal) markets as a costomer and it was very interesting to hear how you experience markets from the other side of the booth!

@katec9893 Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful thank you! I'm planning on doing my first markets this autumn/winter and feel a bit daunted by it. You gave loads of really helpful advice and your stall layout is absolutely beautiful. I've subscribed, keep up the good work.

@dotmorton4540 Жыл бұрын

Dot from UK This video was very interesting, you are a very enterprising young lady. I hope you do really well at the markets and wherever else you sell your books, well done. Lots of love Dot x

@CraftingandRelaxing Жыл бұрын

Really great video. I appreciated the list of things you brought and also your personal feelings during the event. I’m a rookie! TFS 💙💙💙

@emandem3088 Жыл бұрын

Helpful hint when transporting fabric covers or table cloths - I roll them around a dowel or skinny cardboard roll like from wrapping paper rolls and insert into a mailing tube. Keeps them wrinkle free and clean.

@cacausilva-designer Жыл бұрын

I think amazing howw to discribe your experince in a craft show. I really apreciated this. I´m preparing to do my first craft show, I´m nervous and excited also. It will be a great experience to me. You are inspira me, I add you channel a fill months and I fall in love about you job. You´re awesome. Thanks so much. 🥰🥰😍

@skp8738 Жыл бұрын

Your shared some great info that will be helpful for when I go back to a market. I’m a newbie and I want to learn all Incan learn. Thanks again!

@YahwehsSetApartArt Жыл бұрын

Your videos are very heart warming and inspiring! I suppose since I have a strong passion for this, I tend to stay engaged in your videos, even if I have to come back to them (which I will-I’m extremely new to your learning techniques). Again, I look forward to viewing more videos until I either fall asleep after binge watching, or my phone dies lol… I ramble when I’m excited 😁lol….take care for now ☺️👋 - DeborahYah 🍯🐝

@rosewildwood7307 Жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. Thank you.

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@justaveragejane Жыл бұрын

Lovely video. Your peaceful demeanor is so calming. Did I miss a video update along the way? I thought you moved to LA but this seems to be in Vancouver.

@sapnasalve593 Жыл бұрын

Nice... 👍

@theDancingOnes Жыл бұрын

This turned out great Chanel! I was happy to be your neighbour and have some time to catch up

@maddibryce1131 Жыл бұрын

What is your cute little strawberry box for? Also thank you for the helpful video!

@Haloumakh97 Жыл бұрын

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@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

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@bellarohl5786 Жыл бұрын

where did you get your top from day 2? I love it!

2 ай бұрын

The soft cover journals look like chiyogami paper. Do you glue 2 pieces together to make the paper thicker?? They are sooo beautiful.

@rosesarered5539 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching your videos from Japan and all your work, not only the notebooks but videos as well are truly beautiful and inspiring…congrats!!! Do you ship overseas too?

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

Yes!

@orlanswf Жыл бұрын

someone's excited about the new zelda gameeee! xD

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

225 more days 😆

@lustyjerry5775 4 ай бұрын

Can you do a tutorial on how you made the wooden shelves

@lilium215 3 ай бұрын

Curious where you get your cover cloth? Do you print them yourself?

@Thewritedesigner Жыл бұрын

Hi there, loved this video, and totally enjoy your channel. I'm doing a craft Faire and would love to know where you got the standing unit on the table to display your books? I've been struggling with keeping my "precious" journals visible, and reachable but not lying flat on my table. Thanks for sharing your works and process.

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

I made the shelves myself! However I'm moving and leaving the shelves behind, and considering a table-top shelf from Vertical Ledge, who makes packable furniture for vendors like us. Maybe check them out!

@Thewritedesigner Жыл бұрын

@@bittermelonbindery wow, bookmaker and carpenter; you rock! Thanks for the information.

@znycelondon5313 Жыл бұрын

Very good information. Q: For the books that you do not have in clear bags……what are your " customer" handling guidelines/rules? Not all shoppers are going to be considerate while handling the merchandise!

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

No rules... It's a risk I take and I've rarely had issues. I stick to indoor markets where possible, the outdoor elements are unfriendly to paper.

@Mindshiftmastery2525 Жыл бұрын

Hello. Question, where do you purchase your marble bone folder? Did you have to buy only a minimum or you where able to purchase in bulk? Thanks

@bittermelonbindery Жыл бұрын

I worked with a manufacturer and had to buy in bulk!

@Mindshiftmastery2525 Жыл бұрын

If you don't mine, what is the manufacturers name and does he/she/they have any other styles? Or do you know of another manufacturer that sell a variety of bone folders?