Shows/Display Ideas

[Parshooter11]

I've searched through the "search window" about tips/suggestions on setting up a booth for a craft show, but didn't see anything particularly. Also, checked the library...maybe I've missed the info but any suggestions/tips on setting up a show booth/display? THANKS!!

 

[yorkie]

Here are some photos from recent shows I have done.

My tips would be to get some classy stands for the pens, high quality writing paper and different styles of stands to give a varied look. My biggest tip is to have blanks around the table as people are fascinated to see the raw wood and it opens the door for conversation.

On average, I sell around $2,000-$3,000 every time I do a show.

 

[Rangertrek]

You can also look here for more info:
http://www.penturners.org/forum/f22/

Marketing and Shows Section - several threads on displays.
Hundreds of displays and hundreds of opinions.
Keep tying ideas until you find what works for you.

 

[Parshooter11]

Thank you! I missed the marketing section and super pics/ideas, Yorkie!

 

[CrimsonKeel]

Here are some photos from recent shows I have done.

My tips would be to get some classy stands for the pens, high quality writing paper and different styles of stands to give a varied look. My biggest tip is to have blanks around the table as people are fascinated to see the raw wood and it opens the door for conversation.

On average, I sell around $2,000-$3,000 every time I do a show.

I like the tip about having raw blanks. i get asked alot what parts of the pen i make so that would be a starter point to talk about it

 

[Dan Hintz]

That's a nice, uncluttered layout, Steve... I also think the blank idea is a smart one.