Embroidery, knitting, patchwork, beading and other types of needlework are gaining more and more popularity today. And there is a huge number of shops selling goods for such creations. A lot of competition leads to the fact that you have to choose your place.
What is the difference between handicraft shops
There are department stores with products for all kinds of creativity. But only very large points of sale can take into account all the wishes of buyers and exhibit the entire possible assortment. Therefore, stores often have a specialization. For example, someone pays more attention to embroidery, which means that kits for creating paintings, threads, hoops will be in abundance, but there is not enough yarn. Look for those stores where your favorite creative direction is the main one.
Stores representing certain brands of goods are also common. Someone specializes in Russian manufacturers, someone in foreign ones. The quality of goods may vary. Try to buy something, evaluate the main characteristics. If you are satisfied, buy with pleasure, because in such stores there are often very pleasant prices, there are no intermediaries in the supply of goods, and this allows you to save up to 30%.
An important point when choosing a handicraft store is the frequency of replenishment of the assortment. For example, you bought yarn for knitting and there was not enough of it. You go to the store and wish you could buy the missing piece. If the deliveries are regular, then you can order something or find it in stock. If the replenishment comes no more than once a month, then you will have to wait a long time, and this is not convenient.
You can choose a shop for creativity at prices. For example, renting a space in the city center or in a large entertainment center is much higher than in residential areas. This means that the mark-up on the product will be higher. Look for stores outside the city center. There is also a lower margin for those who do not spend large amounts of money on advertising. But it is easier to understand the owner's policy by comparing the offered prices for the same goods.
Features of online handicraft stores
There are many online stores today. This way of buying is very convenient, because the assortment of goods for creativity is very wide, and the prices are not high. But the purchase will have to wait. Delivery time - from one day to several weeks, it depends on the distance. The closer the store's main warehouse is, the faster purchases arrive.
Online stores often offer discounts and promotions. To attract buyers, they try to create unique offers, which is a great way to save money. Follow the offers and choose things cheaper. And when buying a large amount, small but pleasant gifts are often attached.
The manufacturer's online stores always offer the best prices, no one can compare with them. But usually the goods in such stores are only of this brand.
