MAKER-SELLER SALES OPPORTUNITIES
If you are new to the idea of self employment as a
Maker-Seller Craftsperson you'll probably be surprised at the
amount of opportunity that exists for selling especially if
the designs can be considered
Functional Art or Wearable Art.
LOCAL FARMER'S MARKETS
See also, Festivals and
Craft Fairs and Internet
Sales Opportunities.
A well supported Farmer's market that also allows the sale of
locally produced craft items deserves to be the first choice of
selling locations for a Maker-Seller. The regularity and community
meeting aspect of Farmers markets make them an ideal location for an
Artisan with an innovative product to quickly build a reputation and
local customer base. Many such markets are thriving
now and only stand to become more popular as more and more "Localvores"
seek freshness and organic quality. Here are some Farmer's Market
directories to help you find one in your area.
OPEN AIR
FARMERS MARKET DIRECTORY. U.S.A and Canada, also has an on line
market
LOCAL
HARVEST A long list of U.S. markets in alphabetical order
with links for local info.
OPENAIR MARKET
NETWORK. An attempt at a world list, Some interesting articles.
If there is no market in your area, you could consider getting some
like minded people together to get one started. There's a number of
detailed articles available online on How to Start a Farmer's Market.
MAINE
FEDERATION OF FARMER'S MARKETS A nice clear set of
suggestions
UNIVERSITY OF
FLORIDA Includes a set of by-laws suitable for a
society to start a Farmers and Crafters Market.
PROJECT
FOR PUBLIC SPACES 100 well-tested tips on how you
can create your own great market. by David O'Neil.
UNIVERSITY
OF MISSOURI EXTENSION An extensive investigation
into starting and operating a Farmer's Market.
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