"I love setting up my tent and doing shows, and I am not letting COVID-19 take that from me!"
- Edie Harlin -
When we asked our members how they are getting creative right now to keep their spirits and businesses afloat, we were touched by all the responses that flooded in. One artist that turned our heads was Edie Harlin who produced a "OnePerson OneTent" Craft Fair in her front yard last month.
If anyone can innovate and think outside the box, it is the artist. If you have the inventory, the tent, and the will to succeed, it is surely a well-ventured risk to take. Taking advantage of your social media, email list, and foot-traffic could mean earning some cash and the great feeling of accomplishing something new.
"I did as well as I would have done at any 2 day event. It was a lot of fun. I donated a large portion of my earnings to a local food charity," says Harlin.
People that do not live in well-populated neighborhoods can ask a friend or local business about hosting their own personal craft fair in their "front yard".
"We have a lot of people who walk thru our neighborhood, so there was a ton of foot traffic. I was busy all day, both days. And people are asking when I am doing it again," says Harlin.
How did she keep people feeling comfortable to stop by and shop?
"I had hand sanitizer and wipes on hand, customers social distanced and waited their turn, and I took Venmo for payment for those who wanted contactless payment."
We applaud you, Edie Harlin! What have you done to get creative during COVID? Comment below!
For more about Edie Harlin, Please visit her website or Instagram
