It's spring and farmer's markets are popping up all over your town! "A farmer's market is a market usually held out-of-doors in public spaces where farmers can sell produce to the public." Find one that has an area designated for other than farmers and you've hit on a goldmine of a place to sell your handmade artisan wares, health/wellness products and baked goods!
You can't beat a farmer's market for the foot traffic! Depending on the particular market, they'll be music, games, and product demonstrations! The whole community is enjoying themselves, looking for fresh produce and " all things new!" What a great place to bring your wares and network! Jeanette Robertson, a painter, finds that the local farmer's market has broaden her reach to the general public:
"While some artists may be uncomfortable with displaying their images
alongside cabbages and onions, I've found it's a great way to expose
my work to a broader audience." (1)
Any crafter would delight in setting up a display at the farmer's market, where potential customers could feel and touch their items. Do research before you plan to set-up at your local farmer's market:
- Is there an area designated "for others" and do you need to bring your own table and chairs?
- What types of "others" vend there?
- Does foot traffic vary according to the day of the week?
- What city permits do you need?
(1) Robertson, Jeanette. "Harvest New Sales" Artist's Magazine June 2006: 64-65
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