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moondancer: I would make an appointment with a small business manager at your local bank. Not for a loan but for some business advice. Your going to have to have a business account at some point, so starting a good relationship with a bank is a good start. Sorry, I can't help you with...

I wish I lived there. Check this out for supplies, packaging, gift baskets etc. http://www.vancouvergiftshow.com/ It may be worth the trip for you.

honor435, that is how I started out. Offering something different. Although I do find the admission fee steep at $8.00. Shrink wrapping is OK, but they need to leave one naked for sniffing. I find at craft shows, its best to have the loaves intact and slice them for customers...

And thanks too topcat for the warm welcome.

Np Lindy, and they can do custom imaging with your logo. We are currently working with them to make us a signature ribbon. Check out your local gift shows, that is where we found them. You maybe able to find something more local. Are you in Vancouver???

Thanks Lindy!!! I have read alot of your posts and am routing for you. moondancer, go for it, start small with craft shows and famers markets to get your name out. We now have a 1,500 sq ft work shop, but we started in my garage. Let me know if I can be of any help to you.

Your display is awesome!!! I think accepting debit/visa/mc is a must, imo. Our sales have increased 25% since we started. We rent the equipment, and it pays for itself. We have a wireless terminal we used at shows, no electricity required.

If you are just starting out, I would check out your local Dollar Shop. We use this supplier and are very happy. http://www.emballagetout.ca

Long time lurker, first time poster. I have been reading this site for a while, but I'm kinda shy to post. You all seem so nice and friendly, so I thought I would take the plunge today. I mostly make MP, and occasionally do HP. Not into the CP for now. I started out as a hobbyist, but...