Sharing my experience selling candles at my most recent holiday craft show/shopping event. What types of products did I bring, what was my pre-shot prep, my setup process, my displays, promotions, sales, and overall experience. Also, I offer some tips that work well for me along the way. Thanks for watching and the support! Big THANK YOU to Craftybase as always! More Info below. Checkout Items listed below as well.

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💲💲 SHOW/BOOTH EQUIPMENT 💲💲:
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🕯️ Candle Making 🕯️
Village Candle Supply (CA and USA): https://villagecraftandcandle.com/?re...
Wick Holders and Clips:https://nordencandlesupply.com?sca_ref=1972485.DlZFh8FQu5
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Thermometer 2: https://amzn.to/3qyg6lt
Thermometer 3: https://amzn.to/2OJocJX
Thermometer 4: https://amzn.to/3pyel6B
Respirator Mask: https://amzn.to/3reMwCw
Color Wheel (for mixing dyes): https://amzn.to/3pdrUcj
Wooden Stirring Spoons: https://amzn.to/39mUumz
Plastic Stirring Spoons: https://amzn.to/2VcsYQk
Infrared Thermometer: https://amzn.to/3q93rG4
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Economical Scale: https://amzn.to/33pxSxJ
Presto Melter with spout: https://amzn.to/2VaIqwb
Pouring Pitcher: https://amzn.to/37lK4ky
Wick Trimmer: https://amzn.to/3fKG7cP
Wood Wick Trimmer: https://amzn.to/3kBVOr4
Paper Plates (9”) for color testing/pitcher trivet: https://amzn.to/2Je8lRe
Paper Plated (6”) for color testing: https://amzn.to/39osi2y
Glass Measuring Cup (my favorite): https://amzn.to/37hxL8C
Glass Measuring Cup Set: https://amzn.to/36ft8wM
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Pipettes: https://amzn.to/2JfOn8S
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💰📦 BUSINESS, PACKING & SHIPPING SUPPLIES I USE 📦💰
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NOTE: This description and video may contain affiliate links to products I enjoy using myself. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!

00:00 - 2022 Show Intro
00:40 - Show Prep
03:12 - Booth Setup
06:32 - Inventory
09:46 - Sales & Checkout
12:50 - Merchandising (Display)
18:33 - Revenue/Costs Considerations
19:48 - Bonus: Pre/Post Show Inventory
21:12 - Bonus: Simplified Checkout
24:24 - Bonus: Flexible Merchandising
25:12 - Bonus: Customer Guidance

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