Art Fair Advice

I'm a newbie to the art fair scene and am looking for advice. I have a
copy of "The Michigan Crafter Magazine". Now I just need figure out which
shows to choose, how many should I apply to, where to find display units,
should I accept credit cards, if so can I get the best deal, etc. Any
advice you could share with me would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!
RJ

Start out slow and do a few that fit your pocket book and are close to home.
It can cost a lot to travel to a show that will require you to stay in a
hotel and big entrance fees to the show. Get some smaller shows under your
belt before spending a lot of money on a show that doesn't fit your work.
All you need to start is a tent and a few tables, then after doing a few
shows you will find out what you need. Check out a few show before doing
them this way you can talk to vendors and find out how the shows are done.
Look at how the vendors have their things displayed see what could work for
you. Credit cards are good but can be very costly. I am still looking at
getting credit card machine myself. Most credit card machines can not be
used without electricity, so you are still taking a big chance that when you
get home the card wasn't checked and it may not be good. Here is a site
that is very helpful.
Roxan
http://www.landofodds.com/store/craftshows.htm

"Rebecca Thomas" wrote in message
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I'm a newbie to the art fair scene and am looking for advice. I have a
copy of "The Michigan Crafter Magazine". Now I just need figure out which
shows to choose, how many should I apply to, where to find display units,
should I accept credit cards, if so can I get the best deal, etc. Any
advice you could share with me would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!
RJ