Strategies, tips, and insights to help convention vendors ship every order faster and grow their booth business.
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.
Complete comic-con vendor checklist for first-time sellers. Covers table fees, inventory, displays, permits, payments, and shipping tips for fan conventions.
The complete craft show checklist for first-time vendors. Covers setup, display, payment, and comfort essentials so you never forget a critical item.
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.
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.
Craft fair price tags done right: readable-distance font sizes, round-number pricing, bundle copy, tier cards, durable materials, and steal-worthy templates.
Craft vendor finances made practical: price your work from cost, track per-event profit, handle sales and income tax, and decide if you need an LLC.
USPS vs UPS vs FedEx for convention vendors: USPS wins under 2 lb (no residential surcharge); UPS/FedEx catch up on heavy boxes. See the rate table.
Craft show booth lighting done right: 90+ CRI, matched Kelvin, battery run-time math, GFCI safety, and a starter kit at three price tiers.
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.
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.
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.
Craft show booth setup, start to finish: 10x10 layout, tables, vertical display, lighting, weights, signage, fire-code aisles, and a fast checkout zone.
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.
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.
Do you need an LLC to sell at craft shows? Usually no — you're a sole proprietor by default. Here's what you actually need: a sales-tax permit and maybe a local license.
Stop giving away prizes for nothing. Learn how to run a raffle for email signup at your next convention that turns booth visitors into long-term customers.
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.
Learn how to estimate shipping costs before your next convention with carrier comparisons, hidden cost breakdowns, and pricing strategies for vendors.
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.
Learn how to track convention expenses accurately so you can calculate true show profitability, build a scorecard, and decide which events to drop or repeat.
Platform-by-platform social media strategy for artist alley vendors. Engagement benchmarks, content ideas, and how to turn followers into convention customers.
Learn how to manage convention commissions like a pro. Covers pricing tiers, queue management, deposits, will-call systems, and post-con shipping strategies.
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.
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.
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.
Practical artist alley application tips from portfolio building to table setup photos. Learn what jurors look for and how to stand out at anime and comic conventions.
Compare the best craft show tents across three price tiers. Covers frame materials, denier ratings, weight systems, and solo setup tips for every vendor budget.
Complete comic-con vendor checklist for first-time sellers. Covers table fees, inventory, displays, permits, payments, and shipping tips for fan conventions.
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.
Learn proven methods to collect emails at craft shows. Compare paper signups, QR codes, and tablet capture with real conversion rates and post-show email sequences.
Learn how to get into juried craft shows with proven application tips. Nail your photos, avoid category saturation, and land your spot.
The complete craft show checklist for first-time vendors. Covers setup, display, payment, and comfort essentials so you never forget a critical item.
Practical convention booth display ideas with specific products, prices, and layout tips that turn a dead booth into a sales machine.
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.
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.
Learn which states require sales tax permits for convention vendors, key thresholds, and how to stay compliant selling at events across multiple states.
Learn the exact formulas for how much inventory to bring to a craft show. Real numbers, vendor-tested strategies, and a system to stop over- or under-stocking.
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.
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.
Compare Square, PayPal Zettle, and Helcim for craft show sales. Real fees, offline reliability, and which processor fits your vendor schedule and volume.
Convention vendor costs go far beyond the table fee. See the real breakdown for small, mid-size, and large shows plus hidden expenses most vendors miss.
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.
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.
Convention center WiFi is notoriously unreliable. Here is why offline-first architecture matters for booth apps and how it prevents lost orders when connectivity drops.
Long checkout lines lose sales. Here are five practical ways to get customers through your booth faster without sacrificing accuracy or the personal touch.
Take orders, ship in batch, and track every sale — starting today.