Sparkles Events - First Timers

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First Time Fairs

Sparkles Events is pleased to give below a check list for you to look through if it's your first fair, Anyone can contact me with other things to add to the list if you feel their is something else.

Please note this is just a guide and not a comprehensive list, but it is hopefully going to help those of you who are attending a fair for the first time (Or to check off before you go to each event)

Stock (Sounds silly, but the number of crafters that forget to put that last case/box in, and it always tends to be the one you need)
Table cloth - ideally to the floor at the front of a table (A plain double flat sheet will do the trick)
Business cards and Leaflets (Ideally keep some behind the stand as well to put with each purchase that is made)
Bags, Tissue paper and bubble wrap if needed
Lockable cash tin, or money belt with float (Enough change to change up a £20 note for the smallest purchase on your stand)
Lights and extension leads if electricity is booked, spare bulbs is always handy too
Note pad and pen/s - to jot down all sales and commissions plus expenses, so you have a clear view of profit/expenses
Receipt book - Some customers will require a receipt
Cello tape, blue tack, scissors and spare labels
Diary - Its always handy to take your diary with you, as other crafters will give you other events and you can then see if you are available
Check if you need to take tables and chairs
Try to take a list of all of the events that you are attending with you - Customer may want to visit you else where
Flask - Saves you having to spend all your profits of drinks
Lunch - Food can be expensive at events
Relax, wear a smile and don't keep your head buried in a book, if you can take something with you to make it always helps, Customers like to see you making the items your selling
Remember this is your 'shop window', dress smartly, be polite and talk to your customers with ease
If you do forget something, don't panic, it will stick in your mind, and you will remember it next time
Don't worry about changing your stall around throughout the day, this may make something stand out for the next person.
Do not under any circumstances pack up before the time given by the organiser, this will annoy both the organiser and other stall holders, plus if something happens you will be liable as the organisers insurance will then be invalid. You can still make a sale up until your table is completely empty.

If you wish to add to this list please use the below form, and once checked your advise will be added.