The Artist Alley Checklist

Nothing ruins a fun convention weekend in the artist alley more than forgetting important stuff (such as a tablecloth… not fun!).  I have this same list for every anime/comic conventions I plan to sell at. Over the years I have added items that made me feel more comfortable especially when you are sitting in the same spot for long periods of time. Not only will you be well prepared with this artist alley checklist, but you can save yourself money by not rushing to the closest store last minute for some over-priced item.

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Necessities

• Money/ change 
• Money storage (cash box or I use a fanny pack)
• Cell phone/ charger
• Tablecloth
• Wire cubes/ pvc pipes
• Display stands/ business card holders
• Business cards
• Banner for table
• Merchandise (books, prints, buttons, magnets, etc.)
• Price signs/ price tags
• Art Supplies (paper, pens or markers for commissions)
• Sharpie
• Plastic shopping bags
• 11 x 17 clear sleeves (for your 11 x 17 prints)
• Notebook (for recording sales)

Repair Stuff

• Scissors
• Small Pliers
• Duct tape
• Double-sided tape
• Zip ties

Food

• Cooler/Ice Packs
• Bottles of water 
• Healthy Snacks (Fruit/ granola bars/ yogurt)
• Lunchables or make sandwiches!

Other Stuff

• Aspirin/ Medication/Vitamins
• Hand wipes
• Trash bags/small trash bin
• Chair Pad
• Blanket (some conventions keep the rooms very cold!)

That’s all I can think of for now! Are there any items that you must have with you when you have a table at the artist alley? Leave a comment below!