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This is the perfect time of year to organize and get ready for your
upcoming shows. Here are some things to think about:
- Are your tablecloths clean? Has the color faded or changed due
to the sun? Do they need repairs? Or do you need new
ones? Keeping in mind that if the color has faded you can
always dye them.
- Your tables: Are the legs sturdy or do they need a little
tightening? Could the tops use a good scrubbing? Maybe
you decided you need wider, longer tables (don't forget to check
sale ads, during the winter tables are on sale)
- Do you have a canopy or tarp, does it need a good washing?
Does it need repairs? Does your canopy need rust scrubbed
off the frame and a coat of rustelum?
- Do you have a show cart or a box (etc) that you keep all your
show equipment in? Check through it and make sure you have
enough: Bags (paper or plastic) ( I save all my plastic bags
for large sales at shows). Do you have 4 receipt
books, 2 pens, business cards, brochures, credit card receipts,
stapler or paper clips, first aide kit with sun protection
lotion, money tray (etc) start stocking up on change, tools
(hammer, screw driver, duct tape) brush/comb, extra paper,
mailing list book/paper, product signs, and clip
board?
The winter months is the perfect time to work on these
things. It also helps to keep the winter blues away, because you
know you are doing all of this for what's coming in the Spring!
Don't forget your vehicle. This is the most important because
without it you won't get to any shows!!
The list above my seem like a lot, but I have used all of these
many times at shows. And knowing that I have all this with me, allows
me to have a more relaxed show, which means I enjoy myself at
shows. And you know if you
are enjoying yourself, it will reflect in your sales!
Happy Soaping!
Carol
Carol Kapochus
Carol's Scents'N'Soaps
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