Products made by skillful hands of craftsmen will help create an individual image, fill the interior with unique details, as well as get rid of cliches and impersonality prevailing everywhere. For many, needlework becomes a favorite pastime, but with the right approach and some entrepreneurial spirit, this hobby can grow into a profitable business.
It is necessary
- - The Internet;
- - start-up capital.
Instructions
Step 1
Keep up to date with local trade shows where you can showcase your products. Make an appointment with the organizers in advance and rent a small showcase for your work. If sales exhibitions are very rare in your city, organize your own. In this case, we are not talking about a large-scale event at all. Place handicraft stands in a library or child care center, depending on the direction of your creativity.
Step 2
Team up with fellow craftsmen and open a small outlet in the mall. For the sale of handicrafts, a display case in the lobby or aisle will suffice. Try not to overlap, but also not contrast. For example, you shouldn't place stone products next to children's toys. Conversely, jewelry from different craftsmen will help create an interesting assortment.
Step 3
Find websites where you can sell your handicrafts. Today there are quite a few of them on the net. However, you must take the price level into account, as your work will invariably be compared to peers. In addition, it is necessary to take into account the costs of shipping the goods, since they are far from always paid by the buyer.
Step 4
Try to negotiate with large stores directly. This will not be easy as your products are unlikely to have the required certifications. But if your creativity is really interesting, you can solve this problem too. It is advisable to start negotiations with shops if you are engaged in jewelry, accessories, toys, interior items.
Step 5
Create a free website where you can upload photos of your work. Post a link to this site on all kinds of message boards and thematic forums.
