Aaah, September – back to school and the start of the run-up to Christmas.
With the most important selling period for makers approaching, we’ve decided to have a session on setting up your stall. Presentation is so important when it comes to standing out from the crowd – but what’s the best way to catch the roving eye of a potential customer and lure them in your direction?
Phill Hill of International Visual will be telling you how. International Visual Ltd are retail specialists with specific expertise in visual merchandising. Creative Director Phill started on the shop floor and worked his way through the ranks into senior visual management at House of Fraser, so he has a comprehensive understanding of retail and the importance visual merchandising plays in it. He is constantly searching for new creative ideas to stimulate visual thinkers.
He’ll be sharing his top tips on giving your stall that wow factor without breaking the bank or adding too much weight or bulk, showing you good and bad examples.
But this isn’t just a theoretical session. The best way to learn is to do – so we want you to bring your wares with you and set up a real stall. We’ll provide the tables – you bring your work, your table cover and any accessories you normally use. Then everyone can learn from each other, try out different arrangements on the spot and see what works best.
So come along for an evening of ideas, inspiration and fun – with a chance to learn from experts and each other!
Stand Out Stalls is on Monday 9 September at the Portico Gallery, 23a Knights Hill, West Norwood SE27 0HS, 7-9pm. Doors open from 6.30pm to let you set up your stall.
The event is free, but please book through Eventbrite so we know how many people to expect. Space and tables are limited, so book early to be sure of getting a place!
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