Selling vintage finds at pop-up markets can be a fantastic way to connect with fellow vintage enthusiasts and attract new customers. However, it's essential to research and find the right market, set up your booth in an eye-catching and accessible way, engage with customers, and leave a lasting impression. With these tips and tricks from a vintage curator an[...]
Are you a vintage enthusiast considering opening an antique mall booth or selling vintage finds online? This article offers insights into the advantages and disadvantages of each option to help you decide. Selling vintage products online can provide a wider customer base, low overhead costs, convenience, and greater control. However, it can be time-consuming[...]
Having a cohesive design style for your vintage booth can attract customers with similar tastes and help you focus on what to curate. Before diving into designing your booth, planning it out beforehand is essential. Keep things together and have fun with it, and don't be afraid to try new things. Discover popular design styles like Mid-Century Modern, Boho,[...]
Have you ever put so much effort into something only to have it fall flat? That’s exactly what happened to me when I updated my vintage booth. I learned some important lessons along the way, such as the importance of having big-ticket items, honing in on my own style, and having a strong social media presence. Read on to learn more and share your own exper[...]
Starting a vintage and resale business can be slow-moving and challenging, but by embracing the process, following the data, targeting your niche, and having fun, you can make it work. Profit margins may be small, but the experience and knowledge gained are priceless. Learn valuable lessons from a vintage and resale curator on how to turn your passion into a[...]
Are you an artist, a creator, a candlestick maker? Do you sell your work too? That’s creative entrepreneurship. I am a writer, yoga/meditation teacher, and graphic designer. Yeah, it’s a mixed bag of skills to own. I like to describe myself as a feather floating around in the wind. Which is a magical thought if you are an artist, but not so practical if[...]
There are lots of moving parts to any design project. As a rookie graphic designer, I did everything the hard way. I had no idea that there were so many tricks and shortcuts that could make my creative life easier. It's a total case of "you don't know what you don't know." So now that I am a little bit wiser, one of the biggest time saver tools that I've di[...]
The best writing comes with no filter, a steady stream of conscious thoughts pouring out. That hard part comes afterward when you have to make sense of what you wrote. Then it’s a tug-a-war between your inner creative artist and grammar teacher. Finding a clean balance in your writing means getting rid of a lot of your hard work. It comes with the territor[...]
Let me tell you the honest story about my journey as an indie author. My books are mostly journals and pictures books, but I have spent thousands of hours working on them. There is so much that goes into self-publishing a book. And if you have a low budget and plan on doing everything yourself, then it will take even longer! Lucky for me, I love graphic des[...]
Hello Creative Entrepreneurs! Do you have a burning desire to share your artist knowledge with the universe either through a live or online workshop? Are you getting stuck on how to get started? Well here’s what you’ll want to know before you dedicate your time and energy on this project: 1. Do Your Research To get started, the first thing you will[...]