Monday, February 23, 2009

Making it In California Craft Fairs

By Jacen Fanning

It's undeniable that arts and crafts is one of the most satisfying pastimes a person can do. Something that is both artistic and tactile is something distinct from other art forms like song and dance, for example. A crafted item is tangible in your hands and this artistic object will be like 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 a craftsperson already living in (or thinking about moving to) California, then maybe you would want to sell your crafts at the numerous craft shows that happen annually around the state. How is it done, you ask? There are, after all, around 849 craft fairs scheduled to happen in this year alone; and my first advice is to carefully choose which fair to attend.

Well, you obviously have Internet access; otherwise you wouldn't be able to read this. The Internet is almost always the best source of information these days, and a quick search online will get you to an online listing of craft shows with little trouble. Once there, you can get the contact information of whoever is organizing the event. Once done, you have completed the first step.

Of course, communication is a vital skill to learn, and you must employ this skill in selling, starting with the event organizers themselves. Contact them, and ask them how they run things. Typically, these craft shows have a fee to let you use their booths, but the similarity ends there. The benefits included with the rent vary; some offer access to electrical power, for example, while most do not. It's best to know nuances like these beforehand so you wouldn't be surprised.

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