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Micro-business Information for Craftsmen, Artists, Food Vendors & Resellers:

The Arts/Crafts Business versus "Traditional" Business
Choosing the right shows
How to Label Slides and Photos for Juried Shows
Do Frogs Need Insurance?
Are you Dying to Create?
Consignment: Check Out Your Contract
Outdoor Craft Show Survival
How do you price your work?
Craft Show Equipment:

A check list to help you pack -probably a few things you haven't even thought about.

How do you know if you're making a profit?

First you have to talk the talk, - then maybe you can walk the walk!

Merchant Credit:

Is it a lot of work?

Merchant Credit:

Explanation of Terms, Fees -Dollars and cents!

The Credit Card Wars:

Is it worth the hassle and cost to take credit cards? (See also Merchant Credit articles, above.
Tips about Safety at Shows

Game Plan for a Home-Based Business:
Use IRS rules to come out ahead.
Sales Tax Problems:
P.Y.A. with Contact Information for Sales Tax Departments.
Survival of the Fittest
- The fairs have changed, - here's my opinion. Advice for Novice Show Promoters:Promotion Marketing for your Event.

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~ Newbie Corner ~

Legal Issues - Starting Your Own Business

Sales tax registration; problems with zoning, setting up a business checking account - more. This is where you begin.
What's a Juried Show?

Sales Tax Problems:
PYA! with Contact Information for Sales Tax Departments.
Merchant Credit:
Is it Lots of Extra Work?
Merchant Credit:
Here's information to compare fees, and a good source. Dollars and cents!
Your Display: Effective Techniques

How to Choose the Right Shows

Time Management
- A rocky tale.

Accept Credit Cards,
Get Low Rates,
Increase Sales!