How to Have a Good Show – Part 1

by | Oct 6, 2012 | Craft Show, How-to, Selling Pottery, Shows

This is my busy season – between September and mid-December, I have 4 available Saturdays.  I say available but what I mean is I have four Saturdays that are available for studio work.  The rest of the weekends are obligated to visitors, trips, and craft shows....

Let the Shows Begin!

by | Apr 24, 2012 | Shows, Uncategorized

I love making pots but a consequence of prolific work is what to do with it – which is why we began attending craft shows in 2008.  We have been busy in the ‘off-season’ making pots, trying new ideas, and applying for shows.  A Bit Off Center is...

Are you ready to sell?

by | Nov 5, 2011 | How-to, Selling Pottery

A consequence of being a potter is you make a lot of pots… and then you have to figure out what to do with those pots.  After you have filled your cupboards and your friends’ cupboards, many potters begin to think about selling their pottery.  I began selling my...

Pottery for Sale (Part 4)

by | Nov 1, 2011 | How-to, Selling Pottery

On-line sales can be a good sales outlet for potters.   There are several websites that provide a platform for sales.  Etsy is one of the leading craft websites. Although hosted sites charge listing fees and commissions, they are relatively low and the sites offer a...