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In observance of Memorial Day, ACT Insurance offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026.

We’ll resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

From all of us at ACT Insurance, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

How to build a strong brand for your art or handmade business:

Your brand is more than just a logo. It’s your story, your voice, your packaging, and the overall experience people connect with when they discover your work.

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to feel consistent and true to you.

Save this for branding ideas you can actually use:
https://www.actinsurance.com/blog/how-to-brand-craft-business?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=craft-business-RKSMT

Looking for places to sell this season? There are more events out there than you think.

You can search for local events, filter by date, review the details, and apply early, all in one place.

A little planning now can open up more opportunities for your next market or craft show.

Save this for your next event search:
https://www.actinsurance.com/blog/how-to-find-events-near-me?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=places-sell-RKSMT

🎨 Event of the Week: Altered Course Vendor Fairs

Looking for something to do in Sussex, NJ? This is a great one to check out.

Altered Course Vendor Fairs brings together local makers, handmade goods, and a strong community vibe. It’s a great way to support small businesses and discover something unique.

If you’ve ever thought about selling your own creations, this could be a great place to start too.

📍 70 East Main St, Sussex, NJ 07461

📅 May 17, 2026

Learn more or grab your spot here: www.myalteredcourse.com

How to price your art and handmade products without undercharging:

These simple pricing formulas can help you account for materials, labor, and overhead so you’re not undervaluing your work just to make a sale.

You’ll also want to think about what similar items sell for and where your work fits in the market.

Save this pricing guide for later:
https://www.actinsurance.com/blog/pricing-art?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=price-work-RKSMT

Your niche is what makes your craft yours.

It’s really just the combination of what you love to make, what you’re good at, and what people will buy.

That’s it.

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to make sense to someone discovering your work for the first time.

Want help figuring yours out? Read the full guide: https://www.actinsurance.com/blog/find-your-art-craft-niche?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=find-art-RKSMT

Your niche is what makes your craft yours.

It comes down to three simple things: what you love to make, what you’re good at, and what people will actually buy.

That’s it.

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to make sense to someone discovering your work for the first time.

Want help figuring yours out? Read the full guide:
https://www.actinsurance.com/blog/find-your-art-craft-niche?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=find-art-RKSMT

🎨 Event of the Week: Desert West Markets

Looking for something to do in Peoria this weekend? This is a great one to check out.

Desert West Markets brings together local vendors, handmade goods, and a great community vibe every Saturday evening. It’s an easy way to get out, support small businesses, and find something unique.

If you’ve ever thought about selling your own work, this could be a great place to start too.

📍 Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ
📅 Every Saturday (May–September)
🕕 6–9 PM

Learn more or grab your spot here: https://www.desertwestmarket.com

🎨 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT 🎨

Robin, a Renaissance fair vendor known for her witch hats and themed goods, sells at multi-week events.

Between fair days, she leaves “thousands of dollars of product under the trees.”

She needed an easy way to get coverage and protect her inventory, and was pleasantly surprised by how simple the self-service process was.

It’s an excellent reminder that as your booth grows, your need for protection can grow, too.

👩‍🎨Read more artist spotlights on the blog! - http://bit.ly/4u7T4lW

🎨 Event of the Week: Art in the Park

Looking for something to do in Naples this weekend? This one’s worth checking out.

Art in the Park, hosted by the Naples Art Institute, brings together local artists, handmade goods, and plenty of unique finds. It’s a great way to get out, support local, and spend a few hours exploring.

If you’ve ever thought about showcasing your own work, this could be a great place to start too.

📍 Naples, FL
📅 Saturday, April 4

Learn more or grab your spot here: https://www.naplesart.org/art-in-the-park