How to pick the right craft show for your handmade business (the actual criteria I use!)

Not all craft shows and farmers markets are worth your time—and picking the wrong one can cost you money, energy, and inventory. After participating in over 80 markets for my handmade business, I’ve developed a checklist of what actually matters when deciding which ones to apply to. In this video, I’m sharing the 7 criteria I use to choose profitable farmers markets and craft fairs, including: The importance of location and foot traffic What the space options may mean for you Why the duration of the market matters And the biggest red flags to avoid Whether you're new to selling at markets or looking to improve your results, this will help you make smarter decisions and maximize your sales. Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction 0:52 – Criteria #1: The market has been operating for at least a year 1:21 – Criteria #2: The market location has natural visibility and foot traffic 2:22 – Criteria #3: The market offers multiple space size options 3:41 – Criteria #4: Shorter markets are better 5:59 – Criteria #5: The market is primarily a market (not a community event) 8:14 – Criteria #6: The market is located in an area with disposable income 9:17 – Criteria #7: The market has a history of good marketing 9:55 – 5 additional considerations 10:11 – Consideration #1: Logistics 11:53 – Consideration #2: Booth fee 13:18 – Consideration #3: Professionalism & communication 14:13 – Consideration #4: The application process 14:52 – Consideration #5: Fellow vendors' experiences 16:13 – Outro ❋ A little more about me ❋ I'm a left-brained designer and maker based in sunny Arizona. On my channel, I talk about all things design, small business, and maker life. I love to share tips, tricks, and strategies I've learned along the way, in hopes that it can help or inspire you in some way! For business inquiries email [email protected] Amazon Storefront: www.amazon.com/shop/phoenixsupplyco ❋ Phoenix Supply Co. links ❋ Shop Online: https://www.phoenixsupply.co/ Join Our Email List: https://www.phoenixsupply.co/mailing-... Instagram:   / phoenixsupplyco   TikTok:   / phoenixsupplyco   ❋ Strong Design links ❋ Website: https://www.strongdesign.co/ Instagram:   / strongdesignstudios   THE LEGAL DETAILS Music licensed from AdobeStock to Strong Design Studios Links may include affiliate links Keywords: farmers market tips, craft fair tips, selling at markets, handmade business tips, how to sell at craft fairs, choosing a farmers market, vendor booth tips, small business markets, craft show advice, handmade seller tips, market booth strategy, art fair tips