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Joey Bolohan
Co-Founder, Shipyie
Joey Bolohan is a co-founder of Shipyie. After years of selling at conventions and craft shows — scribbling shipping addresses on paper forms and mailing orders late — he helped build Shipyie to give booth vendors a workflow that runs from booth checkout to post-show batch shipping without the manual busywork.
Articles by Joey Bolohan
Tips · July 2, 2026
Craft Fair Price Tags That Actually Sell: Fonts, Pricing, and Templates
Craft fair price tags done right: readable-distance font sizes, round-number pricing, bundle copy, tier cards, durable materials, and steal-worthy templates.
Read articleTips · June 29, 2026
Craft Show Booth Layout Ideas for a 10x10 Space
Craft show booth layout for a 10x10: U-shape, L-shape, and open-front plans, traffic flow, sightlines, checkout placement, and fire/ADA aisle minimums.
Read articleProduct · June 29, 2026
How to Take Payments at Craft Shows: The Complete Booth Vendor Guide
How to take payments at craft shows: card readers, cash floats, QR checkout, offline mode, fees, and the 1099-K, in one practical guide for booth vendors.
Read articleProduct · June 27, 2026
Using Square at Craft Shows: Fees, Setup, and POS Sync
Using Square at craft shows: real per-transaction fees, reader setup, the 72-hour offline catch, and how to sync Square POS sales for post-show shipping.
Read articleTips · June 26, 2026
Craft Show Booth Setup: The Complete Guide
Craft show booth setup, start to finish: 10x10 layout, tables, vertical display, lighting, weights, signage, fire-code aisles, and a fast checkout zone.
Read articleTips · June 24, 2026
Best Way to Take Card Payments at Craft Fairs (2026 Vendor Guide)
Best way to take card payments at craft fairs: phone-as-terminal vs. reader, real fees compared, tap vs. chip speed, and who eats the offline risk.
Read articleStrategy · June 23, 2026
How to Sell at Craft Shows and Conventions: The Complete Beginner's Guide
How to sell at craft shows, step by step: pick the right show, get the permits, price your work, build a booth that converts, and ship every order after.
Read articleTips · April 3, 2026
Craft Show Profit Calculator: Is That Booth Worth It?
Use our free craft show profit calculator to find your break-even point before paying that booth fee. Real numbers, real math, no more guessing.
Read articleTips · April 3, 2026
How to Estimate Shipping Costs Before Your Next Convention
Learn how to estimate shipping costs before your next convention with carrier comparisons, hidden cost breakdowns, and pricing strategies for vendors.
Read articleTips · April 3, 2026
Plan Inventory for a Craft Show Without Guessing
Use a proven inventory formula to decide exactly how much stock to bring to your next craft show. Stop guessing and start selling with data-driven planning.
Read articleStrategy · March 27, 2026
Social Media for Artist Alley: What Works
Platform-by-platform social media strategy for artist alley vendors. Engagement benchmarks, content ideas, and how to turn followers into convention customers.
Read articleTips · March 26, 2026
How to Run Commissions at a Convention Table
Learn how to manage convention commissions like a pro. Covers pricing tiers, queue management, deposits, will-call systems, and post-con shipping strategies.
Read articleIndustry · March 25, 2026
Is Selling Fan Art at Conventions Legal?
Fan art copyright law explained for artist alley vendors. Learn which IP holders enforce, practical risk strategies, and what to do if approached at a con.
Read articleIndustry · March 24, 2026
Acrylic Charms and Enamel Pins for Artist Alley
Learn how to make acrylic charms for artist alley and produce enamel pins. Covers file prep, manufacturers, pricing for profit, and common first-order mistakes.
Read articleStrategy · March 23, 2026
Craft Show ROI: How to Track Your Best Shows
Learn how to track craft show sales, calculate true ROI, and identify which shows are worth returning to. A simple framework to cut bad shows and boost profit.
Read articleStrategy · March 22, 2026
How to Price Handmade Items for Craft Shows
Learn the exact formula to price handmade items for craft shows. Stop undercharging and start building a booth that actually pays you what you are worth.
Read articleStrategy · March 21, 2026
How to Get Into Juried Craft Shows
Learn how to get into juried craft shows with proven application tips. Nail your photos, avoid category saturation, and land your spot.
Read articleTips · March 21, 2026
Pop-Up Shop and Craft Show Checklist: What to Bring to Your First Event
The complete craft show checklist for first-time vendors. Covers setup, display, payment, and comfort essentials so you never forget a critical item.
Read articleTips · March 20, 2026
Convention Booth Display Ideas That Actually Drive Sales
Practical convention booth display ideas with specific products, prices, and layout tips that turn a dead booth into a sales machine.
Read articleTips · March 20, 2026
Craft Show Signage: What to Put on Every Sign
Learn exactly which signs your craft show booth needs, from brand banners to pricing displays. Practical signage tips with a budget breakdown for vendor booths.
Read articleIndustry · March 20, 2026
Vendor Insurance for Craft Shows: Cost & Guide
Craft show vendor insurance costs $49/event or $175-$279/year. Learn what coverage you actually need, who the top providers are, and how to get insured fast.
Read articleIndustry · March 19, 2026
Sales Tax for Convention Vendors: A State-by-State Survival Guide
Learn which states require sales tax permits for convention vendors, key thresholds, and how to stay compliant selling at events across multiple states.
Read articleStrategy · March 19, 2026
How to Evaluate a Craft Show Before You Apply
Learn how to evaluate a craft show before applying. Use this vendor decision framework to spot red flags, calculate break-even, and pick shows that actually pay off.
Read articleStrategy · March 19, 2026
Why Convention Vendors Lose Money on Shipping (And How to Fix It)
Scattered order forms, bad handwriting, and one-at-a-time label printing cost convention vendors time and money. Here is a practical framework to ship every order faster and cheaper.
Read articleTips · March 18, 2026
Best Payment Processors for Craft Show Vendors
Compare Square, PayPal Zettle, and Helcim for craft show sales. Real fees, offline reliability, and which processor fits your vendor schedule and volume.
Read articleProduct · March 14, 2026
QR Code Ordering: The Fastest Way to Take Customer Orders at a Booth
Customers scan a QR code, enter their own shipping address on their phone, and the order syncs to your dashboard. Here is how it works and why it eliminates the biggest pain point in convention sales.
Read articleStrategy · March 7, 2026
The Complete Guide to Post-Convention Shipping
Everything you need to know about shipping orders after a convention: carrier selection, rate comparison, batch labels, packing slips, tracking notifications, and common mistakes to avoid.
Read articleTips · February 19, 2026
5 Ways to Speed Up Your Convention Booth Checkout
Long checkout lines lose sales. Here are five practical ways to get customers through your booth faster without sacrificing accuracy or the personal touch.
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