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myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts10 months ago

More then successful, I have to make a ton of stuff before I can even schedule another one. Someone told me that with the economy the way it is people are buying smaller things to satisfy their need to spend a little....well they spent alot. The gal next to me too had a very good sale! Hope if any of you are doing a sale soon you have a very successful one too!

 
 
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tags:  crafts, art, painting on glass, handmade, crafty
 
1. myLot reputation of 98/100. lilybug (15392)   ranked 233 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

I am glad to hear that your most recent craft sale was a success. it is always nice to hear when things are going well for my fellow myLotters. I hope you get your stuff made soon and your next sale is even better.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Thanks so much!

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2. myLot reputation of 96/100. Canellita (3310)   ranked 28 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

It is because of the selling a lot and having to rush to make more that I am taking a break from the markets and concentrating on the fall and hoilday inventory so that when that time rolls around I will have more than enough stuff.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

HOpe you have a wonderful fall season of selling!

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3. myLot reputation of 98/100. Opal26 (10131)   ranked 218 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

Hey jill! I'm glad that your craft sale worked out so well!
And I do think that you're right about people buying smaller
things to make thenselves feel better! I know that's what I
would do too! If I go into the dollar store and buy something
it makes me feel better so I would love to go to a craft sale
and shop for sure! I think that's a great way for you to make
money! I wish I was crafty!


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Well maybe you are and you haven't discovered it yet! LOL...thanks so much Opal!

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4. myLot reputation of 99/100. carolbee (6809)   ranked 6 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

Hotdog a roonie! Am so happy for you. I love to hear successful stories about craft fairs/shows. What was your biggest seller? I won't be doing any this summer unless it's indoors and not too expensive to get a booth. Some of the fairs want too much for a weekend or even a day. The heat here in the summer is a killer and I can't take it anymore. So it looks like I'm not doing anything with my crafts this spring and summer. I have big tears rolling down my face. Feeling sorry for me yet? lol


myLot reputation of 98/100. floridachick (423)   ranked 157 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

you should sell on etsy.com


myLot reputation of 99/100. carolbee (6809)   ranked 6 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

I tried Etsy for a year and sold nothing. Probably my fault for not pushing my items.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

My biggest money makers were believe it or not....my framed and matted poetry! I had several people buy more then one....I also have alot of small items that even kids can buy....like tic tacs that are covered with bright paper or butterflies etc...sold a ton of them! But basically I sold a little of everything....


myLot reputation of 99/100. carolbee (6809)   ranked 6 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Your ideas are great. Did you stamp the tic tacs or use decals? So glad you had a successful weekend. Guess the economy is not killing sales at craft fairs/shows.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

I sometimes stamp on them but for the EAster ones I did for the craft sale I just covered them with easter paper....they didn't need a stamp...you could use stickers though...everyone thought they were cute...one lady was going to try to make them look like Bibles for her sunday school class.


myLot reputation of 99/100. carolbee (6809)   ranked 6 out of 1,432 in crafts  7 months ago

Thanks, Jill, for giving me the best response.

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5. myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9481)   ranked 17 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

I have to start doing my crafts again. My hope is that hubby can take the items to a local flea market on the days I am working and set up the sale. Items that are well made and low priced do sell! I also plan on doing some baked goods. Who in their right mind wants to bake in the summertime? Me I guess! But, I believe that cookies and breads would sell pretty good.


myLot reputation of 94/100. beachstarz (894)   ranked 958 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Hi jillhill, That's Great! You have shown that there is still hope for crafters
trying to sell their crafts . Be proud, you must have just the things that shoppers are looking for!


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

I think if you promote your things in the right way...making sure the customer feels special..you will sell...one thing I sell alot of is covered tic tac...or the small mints from the dollar store....I cover them with pretty paper and add a bow.....(through an eyelet) sell them for fifty cents and even the kids buy them...they are a good seller at all of my craft sales.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9481)   ranked 17 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

That is a great idea. They would be wonderful for special events and weddings too!

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6. nancysoffice (52)   10 months ago

Congratulations and Good Luck on your next one. Great for the gal next door, too. I guess when they mean smaller things they mean less expensive. Especially, if the items are on sale; not for sale. Where ever you go everyone is budgeting and are keeping their limits.


myLot reputation of 88/100. busyB4 (792)   ranked 65 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

That is GREAT!! Glad to hear that you did well and that things are doing better in the craft realm. I think people are ready to get outside and enjoy the weather.
I havent seen as many craft shows this year as in past ones.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Right..I have even small items that everyone can buy...fifty cents to a dollar...


myLot reputation of 88/100. busyB4 (792)   ranked 65 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

I am sure those were probably good sellers! What kind of crafts do you do??

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7. myLot reputation of 96/100. AmbiePam (15457)   ranked 170 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

That is wonderful! It's always good new to hear of a success story like that. And it has to be gratifying to know people appreciate your work so much. thumbup


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

My framed and matted poetry was a big sellar....I paint on the glass, roses etc....for some reason I sold a ton of them. Maybe with the economy the way it is people are feeling closer to their loved ones? I don't know for sure....but it was very weird!

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8. myLot reputation of 98/100. muscles4me (9195)   ranked 284 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

Good for you. I am glad you were able to pick up extra cash. I am looking forward to Garage Sales again this year. I always pick up used books even if they are cheap enough and I do not have much of an interest. We have a library here in my condo complex and I take them there or give them to my mom or another reading friend. Since my cable will be disconnected when this last payment runs out I will be doing more reading.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Buggers.....too bad about the cable. Hopefully you'll find alot of entertainment in reading!


myLot reputation of 98/100. onlydia (1609)   ranked 150 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

There is a lot on TV with out cable as I have never had cable. So when I get to watch it. It's a kind of a treat. I do crafts and read or Here I'm on here. So no cable. You will be ok. Have a good day your friend onlydia

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9. myLot reputation of 85/100. ryzach (1191)   ranked 194 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

I am glad to hear you have done well. I think people are looking more for handcrafted and quality along with reasonable prices. Always glad to hear that a fellow crafter did well. I hope you next show is just as successful. good luck to you!


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

And to you too!

 
10. myLot reputation of 94/100. OreoCookie3 (18823)   ranked 148 out of 1,432 in crafts   10 months ago

That's good to hear Jill. It's good to know folks are still out spending money. I am not spending much at all. I might go get me an outfit this month, which I haven't done in ages. I might visit a thrift store first to see if there is something there I want, and if not I will go to Target.


myLot reputation of 100/100. jillhill (11840)   ranked 7 out of 1,432 in crafts  10 months ago

Good for you!

 
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