Every first is special and so will be your first vendor fair. Overwhelming, exciting, tiring but super fun. And every fair after this you will attend will be a different, unique and a great learning experience.
Let me try to make it a little easy and sorted for you for your first big one!!
Yay congratulations to you first, you made it, it's your first step towards your big success.
Things to avoid - Don't stress or panic... it will be fun and smooth!
List of things you should have with you
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Your art/products
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A table/stand /shelf (to display)
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A fitted table cover (yes fitted is important, it helps when it gets windy)
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A runner with your logo
- Your display banner (optional)
- Deals displayed clearly
- Price tags clear and visible
- Risers (I need them for my gift boxes) , easel (for art) hangers, baskets, small organizer racks whatever is required with your product.
- Your tent (if it is outdoor and required). Don't forget weights for your tent.
- Must have supplies- pushpins, safety pins, stapler, sticky notes, pen.
- Sunscreen, bug spray and WATER is a must have.
- Snacks .. trust me you will want to munch and feel extra hungry :))
- Credit card reader ( make sure it is charged and updated) mine started updating when I had my first customer paying... bummer ..
- Enough paper for receipt.
- Cash and coins .... many prefer paying cash in fairs , make sure you have change to give them back.
- Your business card
- A handy, portable dolly to move your stuff from the car to your spot and back.
- Chair for you to relax.
- Hat and sunglasses weather appropriate.
- Smile, energy and a positive attitude.
You will discover new things, forget few things, learn a lot of new things will meet a lot of amazing people, create wonderful memories, will face high and lows but at the end of the day make sure to feel - "It was just a day a step towards moving ahead.."
Wishing you a very happy first one and many more to come.