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clare14 Country Bears
England
Posts: 3,066

Just a quick one, I know we've discussed this before, and I KNOW I've left it too late to really do anything (mummy brain!!) but I'm not going to be able to take CC's at the show on Sunday (should I sell anything), it's really unprofessional isn't it?   bear_sad   Yikes!!  I'd appreciate any advice on what you would do in my shoes, apart from think about it earlier next time!!   bear_tongue

:hug:

Natascha LeftyBears by Natascha Sabo
Remchingen
Posts: 314

Don't worry, most artists can't accept CC's. Collectors know this and usually they have enough cash with them.

clare14 Country Bears
England
Posts: 3,066

Oh good, many thanks Natascha!  I think I'm going into panic mode a bit!!  LOL!!  bear_shocked  bear_grin

samanthapotter Mary Myrtle Miniatures
Cheltenham, UK
Posts: 800
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I've never accepted credit cards.  Most collectors bring cash or a cheque book.  Previously I have had collectors go out to find a cash machine because they really wanted a bear but didn't have the cash on them.  There are plenty of cash machines in Stratford, so if someone really wants something, they can go and find some cash!!
I don't think I've ever really lost a sale by not accepting credit cards - so don't panic!!!

clare14 Country Bears
England
Posts: 3,066

Oh Samantha thank you so much - OK, I'm calm again...   bear_rolleyes   (I'll be like this for days!!)  bear_whistle    :hug:  :hug:

Cheshire Cat Wilmslow Cheshire
Posts: 758

I have never taken credit cards either in over 15years of selling,dont worry Clare you will be fine .You will be suprised how many people bring cash these days . I have never lost a sale due to not being able to take cards , your bears look fab ,see you Sunday....
hugs,
Louise x

SueAnn Past Time Bears
Double Oak, Texas
Posts: 22,144

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I've not ever accepted credit cards, either, unless the show promoter offers the service.  This is one problem you don't have to stress about.   bear_thumb  bear_thumb  bear_thumb

kim "a bear by kim"
merseyside
Posts: 2,401

i was worried about that too with it being my 1st fair didnt know what to expect....was considering taking my sister in laws posh tinterweb phone so i could accept paypal... but im not!!! dont think i would know how to use it...
im just freaking out about everything at the moment and i just wanted to say thank you for re-asuring me im not the only one!!!!!  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  bear_grin  bear_grin  bear_grin  bear_grin  bear_grin  bear_grin
what will be will be.....only 6 days to go  AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

samanthapotter Mary Myrtle Miniatures
Cheltenham, UK
Posts: 800
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kim wrote:

what will be will be.....only 6 days to go  AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

Yep - I'm in that frame of mind now!!  I can only do 6 days worth of stuff now before the event, so what will be, will be!!!  Doesn't stop my stomach churning every time I remember it is less than a week though!!  I haven't even thought of my own stall yet - I am just praying everything runs smoothly on the day!!!  Argh!!!

Daphne Back Road Bears
Laconia, NH USA
Posts: 6,568

Samantha, your show is going to be great... I just know it!!! I really wish I could be there!!! Some year......

Clare - check with Samantha about whether she offers a credit card acceptance service. I've started doing this as a promoter at my shows. Also, if you have an artist friend at the show who DOES accept credit cards and it's the only way a collector can buy a bear from you then ask that artist if they'd process the card for you. You could pay the artist whatever processing fees they are charged.

Only 6 more days? Time flies!! That means 7 more days before the rest of the world gets a report and pictures!!! I can't wait! :dance:

All Bear All Bear by Paula
Kent
Posts: 5,162
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Daphne wrote:

Clare - check with Samantha about whether she offers a credit card acceptance service. I've started doing this as a promoter at my shows. Also, if you have an artist friend at the show who DOES accept credit cards and it's the only way a collector can buy a bear from you then ask that artist if they'd process the card for you. You could pay the artist whatever processing fees they are charged.

:dance:

Little word of warning here if I may step in briefly ... I'm not sure if it's the same in the US but I do know that some credit card companies in the UK stipulate you must not process payments for anyone outside of your own business.  I know it sounds a small thing to ask as a favour of a friend, but I do know of a bear artist who had their merchant supply withdraw their credit card facility simply because they helped a friend in this way.  The unfortunate bear artist told me this herself by the way.

Jack&Lilia Jack & Lilia
Gloucestershire
Posts: 3,488
Website

oooooooh no.... it's all soooo confusing!!!!!!!  bear_cry  I hadn't even thought about how anyone would pay....if they even buy anything!  bear_wacko it's all getting rather too near....I'm having a trial table-set up tomorrow....my bears are getting even smaller...think I should just make a huge one in the last few days and plonk it in the middle  :crackup: see you all Sunday  :hug:  Lynne

Swan Valley Bears Swan Valley Bears
Penn Valley, CA
Posts: 1,845

If you do accept credit cards, I'd find a way to do it over the phone or on a laptop.  I've had three transcations declined when I got home and input them into the computer.  The first two came through with new cards.  I'm still waiting on the third.  I had to write her a letter.

ruth Flutter-By Bears
Staffordshire
Posts: 870
Website

HeeeHeee - just thought I'd like to participate in the general FFRRRREEEEEEAAAAKKKKK out !!!!!  bear_shocked  bear_wacko  bear_wacko  (6 days and counting   bear_laugh  )

Ok , I'm feeling better now ........ ahem   bear_whistle

Mini nervous hugs , Ruth

Barling Bears Barling Bears
Nr. Maidstone, Kent
Posts: 1,524
Website

Hi!

Yes, I have been wondering about going the credit card way, and worrying about it!  But after reading comments here, it would seem that there is no need to worry and just carry on with normal cash and cheques.

I'm pleased to know I'm not the only one freaking out!!!   bear_cry  I haven't finished even one new bear yet!!!!!!   Hopefully I will get one finished today!  I made the fatal mistake of making quite a few bears all at the same time which isn't a pleasant prospect when you realise that you have sixty seams to sew up, twenty-four horrible ears to put on and then .......  noses!!!!!!!  aaarrrrggggghhhhhh!!!!  bear_wacko   My tum is turning over every time I think about the show but it will be a lovely day and nerves will end as soon as I walk through the door (hopefully!)

I am really looking forward to meeting everyone and putting a face to all the names.  You will be able to recognise me instantly as I will be the one with a bag over my head!!!!!!!  :redface:  Ha!

Hugs to all!

Marilyn bear_flower

kim "a bear by kim"
merseyside
Posts: 2,401

AHHHH, MARILYN... ILL HAVE A BAG ON MY HEAD TOO!!!! :hug:
I DONT THINK ANYONE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS RECOGNISING ME EITHER....AND IV NEVER MET ANY OF YOU... IM KINDA LOOKING FORWARD TO IT NOW I KNOW WE ARE ALL NERVOUS.. PLUS... WE HAVE THOSE TABLES TO HIDE UNDER!!!!

clare14 Country Bears
England
Posts: 3,066

I'm sure it'll all be fine - I expect I'll forget something very important (like the bears  bear_rolleyes ) and you'll all have a good laugh at me trying to sell my table cloth!!  LOL!!

I am soooooo looking forward to meeting everyone and seeing bears in the fur - it's amazing how you see them in your head from a photo and when you see them for real how fantastic they are - IYKWIM!!!

Can't wait!!  :dance:  :dance:  :dance:

puca bears puca bears
Posts: 1,934

Hey everyone..........a bit of panic is normal, but I am SURE it is going to be a great day! Going on all the gorgeous bears you've been showing us, you'll do really well........................
WISH I could be there too..................and very much looking forward to all the pics next week
MAIN THING...........HAVE FUN!
bg huggies
Maria

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