Craft Fairs Selling vs. Online Selling
April 15, 2009 by Mara Hernandez-Capili
Filed under Destinations
During these times more people are turning to the practical side of life, they either get rid of other habits that they got used to or look for other ways to earn more. Some people who have their day time jobs learn how to make a sideline or side business in order to have something to spend for a planned weekend vacation, a piece of dress or even just to add up on her savings. They usually make use of their skills of their talents in order to earn extra cash.
Creative people are lucky because they can use this inner core gift to their advantage. They can make crafts and sell them to people they know who would be willing to buy them. They can go to craft fairs or craft festivals where more people can view their products and where there could be higher chances that it could be bought. Crafts fairs are a venue where sellers and buyers meet and greet in one roof. These venues are full of people who use their creativity in order to earn more.
Online selling is also an option where you can sell your goods using the internet as your medium. You can take images of your work and post it in your websites or blog for buyers to see. It states there your products information along with its description and price. Online selling is a cheaper alternative to sell your stuffs since you dont need to pay booth or exhibit dues. It means no registration/ booth fees, no transportation and membership dues which are common on craft fairs.
So what is more important or reliable? Selling your crafts in fairs or selling it online?
Both have their own share of advantages and disadvantages. Selling in festivals will give you a first hand view and experience on selling. It will provide close encounter or interaction with your buyers, which is a very important factor in selling. I personally recommend live selling or face to face selling. The learning acquired from this type of selling is something that could be kept and treasured as this will ultimately make the best businessperson out of you.