A little while ago, I decided to try something a bit different. (That wouldn't break the bank!!) 👉🏼I made my own Scratch & Win cards and tucked them inside my Crystal Grid Kits and Wax Melt Starter Kits. At first, I simply designed them myself, printed them at home and added the scratch-off stickers by hand. It was inexpensive, easy to do and it let me see whether people actually enjoyed them before I invested any more time or money. They were such a hit that I eventually redesigned them in Canva and had a bulk order professionally printed. Now, whenever I need more, I simply add the scratch-off stickers myself and they're ready to go. Lately, though, I've been wondering if there's an even better way to use them. Instead of hiding them inside a specific product, what if I gave one to every customer who spent over a certain amount? Imagine you're wrapping up their purchase and you say, "Because you spent over $50 today, you get a Scratch & Win card before you go." 📢It only takes a few seconds, but suddenly you've turned a purchase into a memorable experience. The prizes don't need to be expensive, either. A discount on a future purchase, free gift wrapping, a mystery item or a small bonus product can all create excitement without taking a big bite out of your profits. Better yet, some prizes can encourage customers to come back and visit you again at another market or through your online shop. I'm seriously thinking about bringing these back to my booth/table, this time as a reward for larger purchases. Have any of you ever tried Scratch & Win cards? Or is this something you'd consider adding to your own booth? ❓Question: At what price point would YOU offer these scratch and win cards?

🤔I'm always curious to see how different vendors handle this. 👉🏼When someone buys from you at a market, how do you let them know where they can find you next time? Do you include a business card in the bag? Hand out an upcoming market schedule? Mention it during checkout? Send an email? Rely on social media? Or do something completely different? I'd love to hear what works for you.❤️ You never know. Something that's become second nature for you might be the exact idea another member has been looking for. Share your approach in the comments. Let's swap ideas and help each other get more returning customers.

Every vendor has that one item they pack for every single market. It isn't one of their products, it isn't part of their display and most shoppers would never even notice it. But if you forgot it at home, you'd probably spend the entire day wishing you hadn't. 😎I'm curious what that item is for you. Maybe it's a battery pack that has rescued your card reader more than once. Maybe it's binder clips that somehow solve half the problems you run into. It could be a small fan, duct tape, comfortable shoes, a folding step stool or that emergency stash of chocolate you swear is "just in case." 😄 Some of the best market tips aren't the big things. They're the little tricks we've all picked up after doing enough events to know what can go wrong. So let's compare notes. What's the most underrated thing that's become a permanent part of your market kit? If there's a funny story behind why you started bringing it, even better. I have a feeling we're all about to add a few new things to our packing lists.

I’m going to be doing my first ever market and it’s outdoors. There is no wifi. Is it truly reliable to use the data on my phone? It’s only 4 hours and part of a community Canada Day event. Which system do you prefer (square, PayPal, etc)? Any tricky things? Do people still want receipts printed? Any pro tips - (let’s assume the battery is fully charged - lol!) The wisdom of the group would be appreciated!!

If you’re new here, hiya gorgeous & welcome .. I’m really glad you found us! This community has two main parts: the Classrooms and the Community space. Each one serves a different purpose and together they make this a really useful place to learn and connect. 👉🏼Start with the Classrooms The classrooms are where you’ll find the structured learning. Think of them as a growing library of lessons, guides and practical tools you can use in your craft market journey. Some lessons include worksheets, checklists or simple systems you can download and use right away. You don’t have to go through everything in order. Just start with whatever feels most helpful for you right now. Many members treat the classrooms like a reference library, they can come back to anytime they need support. 👉🏼Join the Community The community section is where we talk about everything craft markets. This is where you can ask questions, share experiences, post photos of your setup or products and learn from other vendors and hosts who are figuring things out just like you. ✨The more people participate, the more helpful the community becomes for everyone. 👉🏼An Easy Way to Start If you’re not sure where to begin, here’s a simple way to get started. First, click on the Classrooms and look through the lessons. Just pick one that looks interesting to you and give it a read. Next, visit the Community area. This is where everyone talks, asks questions, and shares ideas. You can say hello, ask something you’ve been wondering about, or just read what other people are posting. That’s it. You don’t have to do everything right away. Just start with one lesson and one conversation. Over time, you’ll naturally explore more. L. ❤️🙏🏼