Getting ready for a craft show in a bad economy

Okay so as artists/crafters, how do we keep moving forward in a bad economy? How do we not stop frozen in our path afraid to spend money on the supplies needed to make our salable items and keep making the art that gives us peace? Well I have decided after a few months of not making anything to start creating again. You see I thought because the economy was so bad that my art was done for. No one would spend money on a "luxury" item any more. Well I realized that I really need to keep bending wire, firing glass and stretching my imagination.

My answer? Think less expensive. I decided to make things that would be a find for less than $25. My friend Mike says (Hi Mike) that at craft shows, people are likely to splurge on something nice for themselves if it is under $25. So I am going to give his theory a try. I am going to fill up my booth with things that I can afford to sell for a really good price...$5 - $25.

So here is my first go at it. Heart pins. Well not just hearts but that is all I have made so far. I plan on bending other shapes...

So from this:(sterling silver wire)

And by using some of these:
(Wire working tools) And some banging, twisting, stamping and the like,

We get some of these:So I guess this is the introduction of my new line of "Twisted Hearts" because we are all a little twisted at heart. Sterling silver heart pins for $10. So what are you all doing to sell your crafts in this economy? Or are you a buyer? What are you looking for when you buy handmade items? Post comments!

Wish me luck! And if you are interested in purchasing a few twisted hearts let me know! sally @ dizzy-dog.com

Thanks for checkin' in on me!

Sally
Dizzy Dog Designs
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