Thousands of craft shows take place across the nation every year, and with good reason. Many people like to shop for unique, handmade accents that will add depth to their homes. If you are one of many vendors participating in a craft show this year, you are likely thinking of ideas to create a spectacular display. After all, you do want to draw customers in. The set up of your booth is likely to determine how much merchandise you can display, so be sure to pay attention to the vendor contract specifics.
Setting Up Your Display
There are a few crucial things that you will need in order to create your display:
Tables- most spaces accommodate 6' tables, so be sure to have these on hand if they are not provided by the producers of the show.
Table cloths- most shows require that you have cloths that extend to the base of the table. Not only does this create a professional appearance, but it also allows you to store extra merchandise, site unseen.
Displays- While it may be enticing to put all of your stuff on a flat table, you will definitely want to invest in some tiered displays. This will keep your table from looking unorganized and will also provide some extra room to display your items.
Signs - if you do not have one already, have a few signs made up. Small signs you can make yourself for listing prices and such. You will also need a banner to drape across the front of your table, or hang up behind you. The banner will list your company name and display a few of your best photographs of your products.
Promotional Materials - this is important because you want your customers to be able to find you after the show is over. Consider bringing business cards and promotional brochures.
Once you have all of these items, you will want to do a mock display in your garage or driveway. Be sure to take pictures so that when the day of the craft show arrives, you are prepared.
