Usually when I have items left over and I don't plan to take to another show, I donate them to our local senior center for them to use as bingo prizes.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! I am considering doing that. Thanks for the suggestion 😊

@MonyColeman

5 ай бұрын

As someone who has worked at Senior living communities and hosted community games, I think this is such a wonderful idea!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

@MonyColeman Thanks for the feedback 😊

@twistedtypos2029

5 ай бұрын

That's a great thing to do.

@juliawillmer2528

5 ай бұрын

That’s awesome!

You should give yourself a pat on the back! There was clearly a lot of thought and effort that went into your beautiful work! Please take “I only sold” out of your vocabulary. You did a great job! 🙌🙌🙌

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I appreciate that so much! It was a lot of work and I'm grateful for what I did sell. Thank you 😊 and thanks for watching.

crafting really is a labor of love because it really is hard to make a living doing it for sure. I make purses and wallets and totes bags etc and because of the cost of supplies I do have to charge quite a bit for them so I can make a profit but not enough to live on them alone. I still love making them though.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Enjoying creatimg is the most important part in my opinion, and selling is a bonus. I agree with all of what you said ♡

Congratulations on what you did sell! Something our family does each Christmas is give gifts to our Mail Carrier and other delivery drivers that frequent our home. I hope that helps you in planning on what to do with your leftovers items. Blessings to you and yours.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for the suggestion it does help! 😊

I like that you showed results. It helps others!!!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback 😊

My oldest sister makes beautiful things and people don't understand how much work and time goes in to these, and they want it for nothing. Your items are beautiful and just keep up the good work.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your sweet comments! You're absolutely right, one thing I've learned since I started crafting is that it can really be tough at times. I'm thankful for those who acknowledge the beauty and work involved in handmade 😊

@judypierce7028

Ай бұрын

You are so right. You put $7.50 and time into creating an item, and people want to offer you $5.00 for the product.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

Ай бұрын

@judypierce7028 I will never understand this! I sold decorative notepads at my last craft fair for $4 and a lady asked if she bought 5 would I take $15, as if it's a garage sale!! I agreed to do it but that means I literally worked for free making those 😞

@judypierce7028

Ай бұрын

@@SimpleCreationsByShanda There are people who are always looking for basement bargains. Well, a craft show IS NOT the place to find bargains. Let them go to a flea market or garage/yard sales where vendors do make bargains. You just keep creating your beautiful crafts. I enjoyed everything that you created.

You have so many cute items. Thanks for sharing your wisdom

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 күн бұрын

You are so welcome 😊

The slap bracelets can also be used around rolls of gift wrap. I know Current specifically sells something called Flip Wraps which are basically the same thing as a slap bracelet. Maybe you could stage some that way to boost sales at your next show?

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! 😃

@kearalydon

6 ай бұрын

I bought a 50 pack just for that purpose!

@lauraann7816

6 ай бұрын

I came here to say the same thing lol😅 I saw them being sold on QVC pretty pricey for what they are -- as fasteners for rolled wrapping paper. I think they wrapped it around 2 rolls together. The idiot host kept slapping one on her wrist took it off and slapped back on. I said idiot because she was letting people watching see that the product your selling for $14 for a set of 4 can be bought as a kid's slap bracelet very cheaply at a Dollar Store. I genuinely believe she could have hurt sales. But I was thinking at a Craft Fair showing one wrapped around a couple rolls of wrap could broaden the audience.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

@@lauraann7816 That is so funny 🤣

My son sells prints of his fine art at various shows and with the exception of one fall festival, he definitely found that sales the 2nd half of the year were lower than the first half. I think people just don't have as much disposable income and are being more careful about where they spend it. Inflation has gotten so bad, grocery prices are going up, etc.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I agree with you I think it's definitely affecting a lot of people. Thank you for sharing ♡

@juneallen4926

5 ай бұрын

The slap bracelets, are they magnetized?

@juneallen4926

5 ай бұрын

That t set can sell at any craft show. I would take them to every craft show regardless what they have. That's a good item.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

No they aren't magnetized. They just bend and wrap around.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

@juneallen4926 Thanks for feedback!

Greeting, Yes, I would resale the teas. I always look at the code date on all items and must be at least 2 years out for me to purchase it. Make sure you keep items in a cool place for storage. Also candy canes, I purchase in advance because they are very hard to find in later months. Hard candy can keep for a couple years as well. Congratulations on sales.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your feedback Sandra! 😊

I think your items are adorable and you did well. I think your tea samplers would be fine for next year.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you ♡

I’ve been doing craft shows since the 80’s and this year was the worst year EVER! We started out doing crochet, sewn and decor items. I am the only one left in my crafting family now and I mainly do sewn and quilted items. People would rather go to the discount stores than buy home crafted items. 🙁

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry you had a bad year 😞 It sounds like many people didn't do well either. I'm hoping that next year will be different. On a side note I would LOVE to be able to crochet and sew! I think a lot of people don't understand how handmade can't be priced like mass produced store items. I hope you don't stop creating... you have to keep the handmade beauty alive 😊

@lauraann7816

5 ай бұрын

I go to a Craft Fair they have once a month from September to May. It bombs almost every time. The vendors just don't sell much some don't sell anything. I always buy to support them because I like the stuff and I know the work behind it. It's very sad to see so many people packing up almost as much as they came with time after time

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

@lauraann7816 That is very sad 😔 I know that people enjoy creating and may stop because their things don't sell. I almost quit and I'm glad I didn't because this year was so much better than last year. Crafting can be challenging.

Doing this because you enjoy the creative process is the best reason. You're very talented. I hope you keep at it.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

I agree, it is the best reason. Thank you so much 😊 ♡

@kristenb5177

6 ай бұрын

@@SimpleCreationsByShanda make sure you also support made in the USA and small family farms

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

@@kristenb5177 I do my best to do both of those things ♡

Perhaps try offering the place cards as buffet/charcuterie board labels as well. I see a lot of people using cards to let guests know what different foods are at parties/events. Also, perhaps also suggest the favors as stocking stuffers. :) I feel like people sometimes get caught up in what an item is "marketed" as being, and don't always come up with alternative uses on their own.

Yes, I would definitely keep the teas and resale them.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback ♡

I admire your tenacity in making, going out and doing & also for keeping notes and reviewing. Remember, items don’t sell themselves. You need to be a salesman. I out sell most tables around me because I greet & interact with as many people as I can and I show them the items and talk about them. Also, each location has a different type of buyer so what was a hot seller one place may not sell well in another. Every starving artist will have the one item they can make 100’s of quickly, appeals to 90% of the customers, and can sell $1 which you landed with the slap bracelets even if you didn’t make them - Well Done! (Helps pay for the spot) One suggestion is to not put everything in baskets where they can’t see the product, makes sure you display one of each item out for them to see & touch. Keep going! Don’t get discouraged! Learn as you go!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips and encouragement 😊

Craft Fairs late in the year usually suffer from last minute buys for Christmas. Anything not sold by us and not spoilable could be saved for Christmas in July sales at a discount. Thanks for the update. Also remember that this year people are being frugal.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

You are welcome. Thanks for the feedback 😊

Craft fairs have been hit or miss this year...people are really being intentional with their purchases and not buying the "fluff" stuff....people are struggling to buy food and housing this year too and cutting back....

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

I think you're right and I truly understand ♡

@missdeeva2266

6 ай бұрын

@@SimpleCreationsByShanda I do as well...my craft fairs that are normally busy and people buying have been down this year...still doing okay but not as good as a couple yrs ago...I also have a retail location and sales are definitely down across all categories

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear this. I think many people are feeling the economic hardship right now, unfortunately. I pray we all get through this and it gets better soon ♡

You could change the place cards into gift tags

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a good idea! Thanks for sharing ☺️

Thanks for sharing, Shanda. Keep doing what you love! xx

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome 😊 Thank you!

What a great video! Thanks for sharing!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it. You are very welcome 😊

Great items! Your tea bags will be just fine to save for next year!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

I think all of your items are absolutely adorable. Sounds like you did well and made some Christmas money. Thank you for sharing everything. Merry Christmas!! 🎄🎅🏼⛄️🩷🎄🎅🏼⛄️🩷

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊 I am so grateful for how well I did this year. You are very welcome and thanks for watching. 🌲⛄️Merry Christmas⛄️🌲

Regarding the teas... if they are good for 3 years, i would say go a head and save them for next year. But i would maybe put them in a vacuum seal bag just to help keep them as freash as possible.

Those orange ones would be great Easter basket items. You can make baskets for Easter and sell on marketplace or craft fair or wherever. I know in my hometown they have people sell valentine and Easter baskets at vertain store parkinglots

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, that's a great idea 😊 I wish my town allowed roadside or parking lot sales. We are only allowed 2 yard sales a year and you have to get a permit for those!

A couple of thoughts for you… 1) I don’t give my dogs Milk Bone because Milk Bone is known to make dogs fart. Maybe try a different treat like Greenies or other biscuits. 2) Maybe put several of your Christmas goodies in a basket and sell as a bundle.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

They aren't Milk Bones, they're a high quality biscuit with only 5 really good ingredients that were listed on the back.

Your crafted items are beautiful. The roc-tac-toe is really fun. Thanks so much for sharing what you made, and the outcome and lessons learned from your craft shows. It sounds like you were really successful. Wishing you luck with your future shows.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Lovely stuff , yes this year was a different year for selling stuff , not sure what people are looking for they want something for nothing 😢, love your stuff

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 I agree, most shoppers don't realize the value of handmade things but I am grateful for what I did sell.

Fabulous video - thanks for sharing. I think you did fantastic. Happy Holidays!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I'm so grateful for how well I did. You are very welcome, thanks for watching 😊

Thank you for sharing your experience!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

You are very welcome 😊

Very interesting and helpful! You did really good in your fairs. You packaging is great!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

You do very beautiful work. Times are tough. Don't give up. Thanks for sharing

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 You are very welcome.

I like to have tea variety so I keep my tea for long periods of time. You can seal them in a ziplock. The y should be fine for next year. I would definitely have a cup a tea before your first show though.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Karen 😊

Thank you so much for sharing. You made some really special things. I loved all of your ideas and you do a beautiful job. Best wishes for all of your future shows.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Yes if the tea sampler were good for the next 3 years would sell them in the next year.Because they are good packed and will stay good.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the feedback 😊

Lots of good ideas ! Thanks for sharing

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! You are very welcome ♡

Also, the packaging made everything looks very professional .

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

You could ask a doggie day care if they would let you set up a display of those doggie favors at their site.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! I need to look into that 😃 Thank you for that suggestion ♡

Hi thanks for the update we are sure they will sell on line as they are lovely. Good luck in your next fair and well done on your sales. Happy Crafting x

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much ♡

This was super interesting and helpful. I am just starting to learn about craft fairs. Your items are beautiful!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 I'm so glad you found it helpful!

Yes, save the teas for next year. As long as the seals are intact, they should be fine. Good by dates are usually very conservative.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the feedback 😊

I would take the lip balms out of the holiday "books" and put them into spring books and save the holiday ones for next year. Then all you need are the lip balms

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

That's a good idea! But why do you think people would buy them in the Spring? They are packaged to give as a gift so I don't think I would buy a favor like that for myself 🤔 What's your opinion on that?

I have purchased similar Hot Cocoa Packets at several craft shows. No straws, no candy canes in their packets. BUT, they did add a few of the Bob's Red Bird Peppermint Puffs! I love to add 1 or 2 of the puffs to my hot cocoa.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I hadn't thought of that! Thanks for the feedback 😊

You did amazing 😊 love your craft ideals you are super talented

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Thank you for sharing with us. This helps me to know what to give and not give. ❤️

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

You are welcome 😊

Marketing for these craft shows can be crazy because what sells with one group will not necessarily sell with the next group!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's so true!

Hi, thank you for sharing your video. I wanted to let you know that we also made place markers for our Historical Society here in Normandy, France, for the Christmas market, and they did not really sell either! I was surprised because it is still quite common to use place markers in France, and they are sold in stores. A few packets sold but not many. And, it was about the same for the hand-made tags. We put 8 in a package for 2€. We won't make them again next year. Our #1 item was surprise treat bags in the shape of Gingerbread men & women.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

It is very interesting that place cards didn't sell well for you either. I enjoyed making them so I'm a little disappointed about it. You just never know what people will buy at craft fairs. It's crazy to think people are watching my videos from France! Thank you so much for sharing your experience 😊

My favorite item was the tea set with the honey and spoon. I am using that as inspiration for teacher gifts. I am sewing mug rugs and I found mini honey packets at Walmart. Now to find spoons in a small package. Amazon has big packs. Thanks for the inspiration!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

You are very welcome 😃 A mug rug is a great idea! I would totally do that if I could sew. Maybe one day.

Beautiful work ❤

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! 😊

Hello Shanda! New sub here. You did a ton of beautiful work. Thanks for showing and sharing your experience at the shows. ❤

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I'm happy to share and thank you so much. Thank you for watching!

Where do you get all the plastic bags that you have things placed in? It really makes your hand made items look beautiful. Good job!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I buy almost all of my clear bags from Amazon. I have bought a few from clearbags.com.

Wow, thank you so much! I'm interested in selling mandalas at craft shows, and it's really nice to see what kinds of things sell and don't sell--I think all your items are just wonderful, very cute and festive and creative!! I really like the candy cane seeds--that is so fun and cute!! Your journals are just really pretty and nice. Rock tic-tac-toe is genius!! I would keep the tea samplers and sell them next year--if the pull date is three years, that seems very reasonable! Thank you again--going to watch your other video on what you made and the prices.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

You are so welcome 😃 And thank you so much!! I LOVE mandalas and I love painting rocks so much. I hope you try a craft show! I would love to know how you do. I appreciate your feedback and sweet comments. Thank you for watching ♡

The orange xo is good for a summer vacation/cottage. Store the tea somewhere dry and cool. It should be fine the following year, especially if it is sealed well. If not, use a vacuum sealer bag to put them in to maintain freshness.

Thank you so much for sharing. I new to craft shows. Only did 2 this year, 1st was prettygood and 2nd sold absolutely nothing.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

You are so welcome, thanks for watching! Honestly from my experience you can never predict how craft shows will go. I'm glad I didn't give up when I first started because I didn't do very well the first couple of shows. This year was my best.

Thank you for sharing how your craft fairs went. I've never tried selling at one but it seems like it could be fun to do with friends and meet new people.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

You are so welcome, thanks for watching! I had so much fun this year, I really do love it 😊

Your crafts are beautiful!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

I did a craft show over the weekend and didn't sell too many things. Lots of people looked but not a lot bought! You have some nice things and many you can try next year You never know what people want!😊

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I am hearing from many crafters that they are selling very little. I feel blessed that I did as well as I did. To be honest I think I made too many of some items, but crafting is my therapy and sometimes I get carried away Lol. Thank you for your feedback 😊

@susancook1448

5 ай бұрын

I had the same experience-good crowds but few buyers even on. 12/2. Others told me it’s the bad economy which I completely understand. A lot less discretionary income

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I'm hoping next year is better for everyone, both the buyer and the seller ♡

It would be nice to see inside of the journals!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Hi... this video just shows what I sold. You can see the inside of my journals on this video here, they are at the very beginning: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lGiLr8iaZM-3dqg.htmlsi=w4uoOkXuNbe9W9AJ

Very nice crafts! I wish you well!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

You can always sell the items next fairs, starting in the early fall, to keep them fresh, try storing them in a Space Bag where you suck out all the air. that will keep things very fresh. Also keep a good record of what you can consider "loss" for your profit and loss statement for your self employed taxes. Stock that doesn't sell, or gets destroyed, or gets donated. check up on that.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Those are all very good tips, thank you!

I can't sell a Christmas card but for all others, I move at times. I will try the crafty bags in summer themes. I like that.

Yes, keep the tea. They are good for 3 years. Store them in a cool dry place so they are protected. Just found your Channel and have subscribed. MKR Creations

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Marilyn 😃 I found your channel and subscribed to you too!

Interesting!

Your ideas are great. I would love to see what you make for your spring sale.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! As I start creating things I will try to share them 😊

We used to use oats and glitter for the reindeer food to give away with presents at our holiday party

I would have liked hearing what you charged for each of your items.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

All of my pricing is in this video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lGiLr8iaZM-3dqg.htmlsi=gMz62E_86oQMckhy

@cassfonnesbeck8057

5 ай бұрын

@SimpleCreationsByShanda yes, I understand. Thing is, I had never watched your channel before and did watch this video all the way through. I don't want to spend another hour or more watching another video about the same items. I wish you well!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I initially made a video called "What I made for my craft fair", then after my shows everybody wanted to know how I did. It was way more in depth and shows what everything looked like inside. That's how most creators do it. You don't have to watch... I was just giving you what you asked for, which was pricing 💁‍♀️

You did really well!! It would have been interesting to see your table set up at the fairs !

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊 You can see my first holiday show table set up in this video here kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoSClsSfise4e9Y.htmlsi=-uumH7UuSO37U7E8

I would make some of those lovely money holders in florals and masculine papers for your spring show for Mother's and Father's Day gifts. Maybe some kids' ones, too for birthdays. I need ideas for our church bazaar and for my vintage/antique craft booth. In Maine, I have found that money is tighter for a lot of people so people are buying gifts and maybe something small for themselves.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, that's a great idea. I typically sell all occasion gift card holders but will definitely do money holder cards too. You're right, a lot of people are struggling right now. I sure do hope next year is better for everyone. I hope you do well at your next show 😊

I stopped trying to predict what kind of outcome I’d have at a show. In fact, I stopped a while back doing craft shows. My local senior center just had a show and the price was right for a table, it was indoors so I participated. I had a bunch of stock left over from my Etsy shop which I currently have on vacation because I burned out last Christmas trying to keep up with orders. Anyway, I kind of figured with the given demographics of my community, the fact it was a seniors centric craft show and knowing it was not heavily advertised, my expectations were low. Ended up being my best show to date…so my “predictor” is obviously out of whack! 😂😂😂 I will say, I noticed that people weren’t so much into decorative shelf sitter stuff but more into ornaments that could be personalized and things that are functional such as fridge magnets, etc.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Wow I did not expect you to say that was your best show! That is so interesting. Craft shows can be challenging for sure but it sounds like you had a good thing with Etsy. I have heard so many bad things about Etsy. If you don't mind me asking.... why did you quit if your sales were that good? Thank you for sharing your experience 😊

Definitely keep the teas for future sales.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback 😊

Thanks for sharing. This is very interesting information. Personally I’m not buying gifts like I normally do. I’m making gifts out of old fence pickets. A whole lot less stress and a ton more fun. So far I’ve made a tray, a planter box and an end table. Next I’m making a mail and key holder and then a jewelry rack/holder/display. Oh, and then some more trays.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

You are welcome. Sounds like you're making some nice gifts!

The magic reindeer food you could donate to your local preschool, the teachers and kids would love them💞 keep all the packages for everything you can, reuse the packaging for next year and put something different in the packaging 💞💞💞

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you.. those are great ideas! ♡

Thank you for this I want to do a show but wounder if you made anything . I think you did pretty good. I am going to try to do one in the spring , Thank you very much

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Hi... I feel like I did pretty good too. Last year was worse so I'm extremely grateful. There are SO many supplies that go into creating all these things that It's hard to tell how much I actually made. I'm very good at keeping my cost very low. For reference, I mark up about 3 times my cost... so about 1/4 or less of each item was my cost to make. That's pretty good I think. In reality, I could not make a living selling the things that I sell, it's strictly a hobby that I love. I hope that helps and I hope you have a great show in the Spring 😊 I'm glad I didn't give up when I first started, I hope you don't give up either ♡

Journals are so pretty❤

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

Congrats on your shows. I make those tea packets. Just put them in a container to hold till the next year. Any of your paper items, you can box up and keep till the next year. Any food items, look at the dates. Some will last for a year. Just store in a tight container. Have a great rest of the week. Cindy/carrollton, texas

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Cindy 😊

I sell wood projects at my craft shows, but I think I want to incorporate some of these items next year. I am following a few of you to watch, learn and gain inspiration. I look forward to watching your videos on how to create 😊

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you are here! I hope you find some good ideas and enjoy making something new in the process 😊

You make beautiful crafts.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

Your packaging is beautiful

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Just found your video. The things you make are lovely.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

You did not show what was inside each item and you didn't give prices. I like the items but wish for more information about each. What do you think would have made them sell better?

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

This video shows how I did. You can see all of my pricing in this video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lGiLr8iaZM-3dqg.htmlsi=ks-Jg4nYDd9Z_tCN

The cards are beautiful

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Your items are packaged beautifully. Sorry you didn't have better sales.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Vickie 😊 I think I just made too much but that's okay because I have inventory for my next show. I am grateful for what I did sell. Thank you for your sweet comments ♡

Thank you for sharing! I just found a few craft fair items in my stash from years ago. We tried the hot chocolate and tea. They were both fine. They had to have been at least 8 years old lol.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Oh wow that's great!! 😃 I'm a little surprised by that Lol. Thats helps me a lot! I appreciate you sharing that with me, thank you ♡

You could sell your place cards to junk journaler. As well your tea sampler. It would fit in a journal and I find the idea to do that great. If I would journaling or would make junk journals I would definitly consider it to do that. It would be something new for sure.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

Those are great ideas, thank you for sharing them 😊

Wish you would have said the price of each item.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

4 ай бұрын

I gave all of my pricing here in Part 1: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lGiLr8iaZM-3dqg.htmlsi=N4hNN-jAFX4IDsjL

interesting info I've done shows and know how much work is involved. surprised about the dog treats, too. I would use , donate, or gift the food items.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback 😊

As a craft vender, I understand how discouraging it can be when items don’t sell. Every show is different on how certain items sell and others don’t. I stopped feeling bad, and chalked sales up to the economy and how people just don’t have the disposable income that they may have had a few years ago.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

For sure. I enjoy creating and that's the most important part for me 😊

You can market the slap bracelets as something a little bit different. I've seen people put them around gift wrap that they've already opened to keep the paper down

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@sheryl3462

5 ай бұрын

They also are great for us cricut crafters to keep around our rolls of vinyl!

You have great items and I hope though results of sales aren’t what you expected, you still stay energized to continue what makes you happy & still craft on! Maybe make less quantities for shows? It’s an odd year economically for everyone. Thanks for sharing.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

6 ай бұрын

I do think I made too much but it's so hard to know how many is enough. Next year I will make less. Thank you 😊

I have a little tip for you since I'm sure there's not a lot of space in your booth and people are more visual now. Maybe make displays of your items in action before you go and take pictures you can clip to the displays, and broaden your chances of making a sale.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! Thank you for the suggestion ☺️

You can rebrand those place cards as Gift tags. Just punch a corner hole or not. Just a new sign, since they are already folded.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! Thank you 😊

I love the tic tac toe set OMG I wish I could find one I would buy a few.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊 I will be doing a tutorial on that one soon, maybe you could make your own!

@Karma111284

5 ай бұрын

@SimpleCreationsByShanda looking forward to it ❤️

I don’t think there would be a problem at all holding on to the assorted tea packets until next year. They are in their own sealed envelope. I have some loose tea that I discovered hidden in the back of my tea shelf. I decided to make a cup. I know I have had this tea for like 8 years. It tasted as good as when my son gave it to me.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That is good to know! Bigelow tea markets their teas to be wrapped in a foil packet to preserve freshness. I would agree that they would be okay to keep. Thanks so much for sharing 😊

Nice packaging!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! ☺️

I’m thinking you could turn some of those place markers into present tags. Especially since it looks like you have nice handwriting. I am surprised on some of the items that didn’t sell but people in my state had a similar problem of the items that normally sell just sitting there. Good luck in your future fairs. Love you products

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! You just never can tell what will sell and what won't. Thank you so much 😊

Christmas cards usually need to be sold a little earlier. They go out quite a bit before Christmas. People worry about the postal timing this time of year.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That's a good point!

I am a tea drinker. I would save the tea sampler and sell at your next show.

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That is good to know! Thanks for the feedback 😊

On the Candy Cane Seeds: People are becoming more and more aware of sugar and it's harmful effects. Especially with more diabetes and other health issues on the rise. Very cute idea though!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

That is very possible.

Hi interesting video, I subscribed. I’d like to see how you made a lot of your items, they are all very pretty. Thank you Xx😁🦋

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I have some tutorials on my channel. Now that the holidays are over I hope to be sharing more soon. Thank you for watching 😊

Too bad you don’t have a shop. I see a lot of things I would gladly buy!

@SimpleCreationsByShanda

5 ай бұрын

I am currently working on an online shop but isn't ready yet. I will be happy to ship anything you would like if you email me @shanda.simplecreations yahoo. com