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Testimonials

I highly recommend this course to all my artist friends who are wanting to take their business to the next level. I've been on Wholesalecrafts.com now for 9 months and have already acquired 35 accounts, the largest being the Made In Oregon chain. Can you believe it? ...Just in the last 2 weeks I've made over $2,000 in sales. This blows my MIND! When I went into the 2011 workshop my only expectation was to learn how to sell my art better in the retail market, but left with a wealth of knowledge, resources and the confidence to dive into the wholesale world, all while shifting focus from my mosaic art to the creation of a more profitable glass jewelry line. I am proud of my progress, dedicated to my work, growing constantly, learning from mistakes, pushing forward, following my heart and having FUN. Much thanks to you for helping me start this journey! Charity Stewart, Momma Mosaicshttp://wholesalecrafts.com/shapeimage_2_link_0

Dear Pam,
Thank you so much for presenting Customer Service and Beyond at the Buyers Market of American Crafts. The attendees gave you very good reviews and many who attended other tables put yours down as one they wish they could have attended. One of my employees attended your table and was very excited about many of the ideas that were discussed. She is going to present many of them to the other employees here. I think that Customer Service is the best thing we have to offer, and a creative approach is always welcome. Thank you.

Again, thanks.

Best regards, Alison Brooks C.R.A.F.T.”

Pam,
I had a show last weekend and I put the things you had mentioned to use. Bruce Baker's CDs helped a lot too in designing my booth and tips on making a sale. I did better this one weekend than any of the 3-week Puyallup fairs I have done in 4 years.” 

“Thank you so much for the tips you gave. It has given me the confidence to try to do more shows.” 

Charan Sachar (student evening workshop for Tacoma Arts Guild

Creative with Clay 
http://www.creativewithclay.comhttp://www.creativewithclay.com/shapeimage_4_link_0


From students of Weekend Workshop:

“Thank you so much for all the time and energy you put into this workshop. I came away feeling jazzed and empowered.” 

~Connie Kelley, Tutibella


“You guys were awesome! There was so much information to learn, and you really packed it in. I came away with all my questions answered, and a more thorough picture of wholesale/retail processes. You should name your class "All you wanted to know about selling your art/craft, but didn't know who to ask". I would do it all again in a heartbeat. It is the most pro-active thing that I've done to grow my business since I started it five years ago. Thank you!”

~Patti Calande, www.calande.com http://www.calande.com/shapeimage_6_link_0

“I learned so much from the class. I walked away inspired and ready to strategize and work.”

~Angie Heinrich, Zetamari Mosaic Artworks

“This class filled me with new hope, direction and resources. I really appreciate the one on one times with the different gallery owners/artists. Before I took this class I was really struggling with what to do with my abundant inventory of paintings. Now I can see that there are so many different things that I can do!”

~Kari Young

“Thank you so much for everything! You have been so generous in sharing information and networking! Your enthusiasm for sharing information is heartwarming.”

~Michele Fokos


“I just found out that I have been accepted into the ACC Baltimore wholesale show! I could not have gotten this far without taking your class.”

~Sabrena Wright, City Kitty Design


From students of the  “Business of Crafts” class:

“Words cannot express how much your class has inspired me and changed my life – by allowing me to believe that an artistic livelihood is possible, then sharing the practical steps to follow… Your class is what the essence of education should be – a life-changing springboard to explore the limits of one’s potential.”

~Pete Farr

“The class was comprehensive – so much in 8 short weeks! Pam, you are so organized & thorough & gave us so many resources. I feel like we have a “leg up” into the world of business. The mentor idea is genious! Thank you for a truly invaluable experience.”

~Carol Rainwood

“Pam is a fantastic teacher. I hope you get as much from this class as I did. The experience will stay with you always.”

~Susan Hartman

“You will love this class! It’s organized, interesting and very valuable!”

~Julia Steiner

“Pam, you are an outstanding teacher. Very organized & comprehensive… you are a high caliber instructor with an excellent approach.”

~Jim Rainwood

“Signing up for the class was one of the best gifts I have ever given myself. I not only have resources I didn't even know were out there, I have a better focus of what I really want to do, and how to achieve it. The energy was fantastic- so many ideas for my business. I finally feel centered and on my way!”

~Norma Wallace


From students of the half day class

“Getting Started in Wholesale” Workshop:

“Lots of inside tips. Great Overall information very well presented!”

~Ann Brown

“All four hours were helpful and engaging – very good!”

~Orna Elijah-Oron

“Excellent presentation, organization and notebook.”

~Lori Brankey

“Pam covered so many thorough areas of wholesaling and really applied it to us.”

~Doreen Shank

“Practical referencing to everything we need to know about building our business from this point to the next places.”

~Lana Maledi

“All around helpful about the process if jumping into wholesale. Excellent.”

~Charles Saul