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Before Quilt Market - How to Prepare

11/15/2017

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So, you’re thinking about Quilt Market? How exciting! It is a fabulous experience. Sometimes before we go to events – large events, important events, new events – we’re not exactly sure what we’re getting into, and don’t know how to prepare. This blog post is to help you know what you can do before Quilt Market, so that when you get there, you can get the most out of your time.
  • Plan to stay all 3 days. There is so much to see at Quilt Market! So much to see, so many people to meet. There’s just no way to get it all done in 1 day. Especially if it is your first time, plan to stay all 3 days.
  • Have something to hand out to start the conversation – a business card, product, or cute handout. You’re going to be one of thousands of people there. Sometimes, the more people there are around us, the harder it can be to talk to them. Bring something that will help you start the conversation and keep in contact with people. Make sure that your contact information is on whatever you choose to bring.

Shannon's Studio Fall Quilt Market Business Handout
Our Business Promotional Handout
Shannon's Studio Fall Quilt Market Business Handout
Iron On Plus Signs - Part of our Business Handout
  • Take someone with you. You’re going to see so many beautiful things, and it is so much more fun if you can “Oooo” and “Aaaah” with a friend!
  • Good walking shoes. You’re going to need them! Quilt Market is huge; there’s a lot of walking, and not a ton of places to sit down in the actual market.
  • Download the Windham app & make 2 lists. The 2 lists are must see and would like to see exhibitors. (You can star exhibitors in the Windham app.)
  • Bring a bag to carry business cards, catalogs, samples, etc.​ ​
Jessie Fall Quilt Market 2017 Shannon's Studio
Jessie and her new catch all bag

  • Make appointments with people you want to connect with. You can (and should!) set appointments up with others who will be at Quilt Market. Many of the exhibitors have tables set aside just for that purpose.
Shannon's Studio Fall Quilt Market 2017 Product Promotion
Shannon's Studio Promotional Products - Embroidery Kits (Website Wholesale Shop)
  • Have a budget for buying products. There are so many great products there, and it is so nice to buy while you can see them. Plus, for many things, you’ll save on shipping.
Doing these things will help you make the most of your experience and time at Quilt Market, and we hope to see you there! To know which markets we’ll be at, subscribe to our email list or follow us on Facebook. We’d love to connect with you in person!

To read what you should make sure you do during Quilt Market, read this blog post!
To read what you should make sure you do after Quilt Market, read this blog post! 

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