The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts · Episode 37 · September 24, 2024 · 26 min

Farmers' Markets and Craft Shows As a Retail Outlet

Send us feedback about this episode! Today's guest is Deana Crider, a talented maker living in Elizabethton, TN. After learning to sew from her mother, she began selling her products at farmers' markets and craft shows in her area and has built up a devoted customer base. Deana shares with us her experience selling at markets and craft shows, how she determines what products to keep in inventory, and gives advice for sewists wanting to utilize these outlets as a way to sell their handmade ite...