Standing out as a vendor at a flea market is a challenge. Getting people to remember where you are, your space number, what you sell and the name of your business is tough (but extremely beneficial). Being “the” spot to shop makes a difference in leaving an impression on customers.|Customers…
Strawberries are delicious any time of year, and especially when they are in season from Shipshewana Flea Market Farmer’s Market vendors. Veteran flea market vendor Janet Wiggins shares with us another favorite treat from the Cutco family, Layered Strawberry Cheesecake Bars.|Photo and recipe courtesy of Cutco.com|Gather Your Ingredients|For the Crust…
Shipshewana's simple way of life is the reason many people visit our area—to observe, learn about, pay tribute to, and purchase items from the Amish in Indiana.|This post originally appeared on visitshipshewana.org.|Six Social Courtesies:| Upon your arrival, you will notice the roads filled with bikes and buggies; many people will…
The likelihood of making a sale at a flea market or pop-up show is not just dependent on the product itself. Much of it is dependent on what kind of customer service the shopper received at your booth. |Below, I've listed some great customer service exercises that are important when…
Here are some great tips from the Shipshewana Flea Market experts on what you can do to draw customers into your booth.|So you’re selling at a flea market! You have your product, you have your tent, you’ve made your reservations to participate in the next local flea market, and you’ve…
Shipshewana, IN — Shipshewana hosted visitors from all over the area taking the opportunity to enjoy their spectacular display of holiday light scenes this past Christmas Season. Shipshewana’s Lights of Joy, featuring more than two million LED Christmas lights displayed in a one-and- a-half-mile-long symphony of spectacular light scenes was…
Ever wanted to take an old copper kettle and make it something more useful and beautiful? Then, this DIY is for you! Learn this simple hack for upcycling and repurposing tired copper.|1 - Find your copper piece.|I happened to find this beautiful copper planter with blue willow handles at the…
Congratulations! You've made it through the hectic Christmas season; Craft Shows, Handmade Bazaars and Open Houses galore! Since the Christmas rush is through, you might be wondering what's next! After all the anticipation and hype of such a joyous and festive day, what is there to do now?|It's hard to…
If you have a love for decorating with antiques, vintage finds or just amazingly unique home decor trends, you will love these amazing finds at some of the best antique stores in Northern Indiana.|An old soul, this young girl has come to love vintage decor, antiques and unique finds since…
Eric has been with Shipshewana Auction since 2003 where he heads up the accounting department.
Lora leads the strategic marketing and customer service initiatives for the Shipshewana Trading Place brand. Prior to joining the team in October, 2014 she spent 13 years in healthcare marketing at Indiana University Health and her prior 7 years in the design and printing industry. She lives in Shipshewana with her husband and their children and serves as a community representative for Shipshewana Trading Place. In her spare time, she loves to spend time outdoors with her family, cooking and getting creative with all kinds of arts & crafts.
What is your favorite summer fruit or vegetable? Strawberries? Tomatoes? Cucumbers? Garden Potatoes? Green Beans? We have great news! You can find all of these and more at the Shipshewana Flea Market Farmer's Market.|What is Shipshewana Trading Place?|Shipshewana Trading Place is home to the largest flea market in the Midwest…
One of the most fun things to do in Indiana is shop the Midwest’s Largest Flea Market, with nearly 700 vendors, you’ll soon discover why this is one of the premier stops in Amish Country Indiana.|What do you offer customers at your Shipshewana Flea Market booth?|All of my products are…
Meet, Specialty Tin Signs & The Napkin Place, located in Space Numbers 670 & 700 here at the Shipshewana Flea Market. My Thi started coming out here back in 1978, bringing along her then 4-year-old daughter, Susie.|This amazing mother and daughter duo have a space that is just stuffed full…
Hannah joined the Farmstead Inn and Conference Center as Assistant Manager in 2020 and recently accepted the position of Manager in June of 2021.
Andrea joined Shipshewana Trading Place in the spring of 2021 as an auction clerk, bringing back great memories from her past. She had so much fun returning to the auction scene that she has been helping out at the Farmstead Inn & Conference Center in group and conference planning. When not in one of her Shipshewana Trading Place roles she is happy to be at home perusing Instagram & Pinterest for ideas on how to decorate with her latest auction finds.
Meet Nikki Conrod, Better Home Goods, Shipshewana Flea Market Vendor located in Booths #149-151 & #175-177. Nikki is a young entrepreneur, but is a seasoned Shipshewana Flea Market vendor having been here since 1998.|How did you get started?|I started here when I was 9 years old, helping my dad in…
Shipshewana Trading Place is the largest flea market in the Midwest, featuring items from nearly 700 vendors! As you shop, you will see a selection of outdoor furniture and décor, yard games for all ages, grilling essentials, an on-site farmer’s market, and lots more!|We know you will love combining your…
A Shipshewana Flea Market Vendor you CAN'T miss when visiting, Shipshewana Spice Company, shares secret recipes and other uses for some of his top selling spices.|1. Barbecue Seasoning|Sure it's great for chicken, pork, and even steaks on the grill, but this seasoning blend also makes terrific wings in your air-fryer.…
When you spend a day shopping with us at the largest flea market in the Midwest, you can find just about anything you are looking for. There are so many unique things to see here, with vendor items including homemade, upcycled, antique, new, and other treasures.|1. Our Flea Market Vendors…
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