WELCOME TALENTED FELLOW ARTISTS !

Should you wish to jump onboard The Chocolate Crow Trader and join this talented group of designers and artisans, may we suggest you read the helpful information below.

Wares showcased in The Chocolate Crow Trader magazine are changed on the 15th of each month.  Merchandise photographs and descriptions are to be emailed to chocolatecrow@hotkey.net.au  prior to the 7th of each month in readiness.

Goods must be handmade in Australia.   No commercial items will be allowed.

The Chocolate Crow Trader have their Chat Room open 24/7.  Our Chat Room hostess, Jackie Proctor, Principal, (The Back Shed), is in the room every Wednesday and Sunday night from 7.30pm (EST) Australian. Everyone is welcome to drop in and learn more about the website and have a chat about crafting.

Monthly real time live auctions are held via the Chat Room.  Sellers on The Chocolate Crow Trader have the opportunity to place their merchandise into auctions.

You have the opportunity to have a Catalogue page on The Chocolate Crow Trader.  This page has been offered to designers & artisans who don't have a website.  It is a good way to test the water prior to a more extended commitment of  your own website!

There is a Featured Artist page each month on a rotational basis (full  page provided to chat about yourself, your interests and other selling venues).

The Chocolate Crow Trader have a free pattern each month as well as a free pattern archive.

Monthly competitions.

Sellers have a full page dedicated to their personal profile (markets, shops and other selling venues may be listed here).

Sellers are linked to their other electronic interests (i.e., websites,  eBay auctions or  blogs).

A wholesale link is provided where applicable.

Sellers are provided with a 'Join My Mailing List' link.

A concealed visitor counter has been  placed on The Chocolate Crow Trader.

The Chocolate Crow Trader have links on numerous International sites.

Readers joining The Chocolate Crow Trader Mailing List have the chance to win a giveaway in our draw on the 15th of each month.     Sellers may donate to our monthly giveaway  (this will not be enforced but appreciated). This gesture will place additional focus on your business in return for your kindness.  Front page prominence etc.,

The Chocolate Crow Trader have a page dedicated to Australian Magazine Projects.   Designers & artisans on The Chocolate Crow Trader, are approached to design patterns for the Australian magazines and their original creations can be viewed on this page.

Sellers are asked to extol the merits this wonderful group of designers & artisans.  A template flyer will be provided for you to give to your customers or hand out at any markets where you have a stall.

Products showcased on The Chocolate Crow Trader not designed by the seller must be credited to the original designer (The Chocolate Crow Trader will not be involved in any disputes between artisans on The Chocolate Crow Trader and designers; or liable for any breach of copyright in any way).

The Chocolate Crow Trader Newsletter is for the use of artisans to relate special events that will benefit their business.

Sellers are responsible for their own sales.  The purchaser will be dealing directly with the seller when ordering.  Convenient email links are placed on your merchandise page to facilitate.

No commission or fees are taken from your sales.

The Chocolate Crow Trader will not be involved in any disputes arising between the seller and purchaser.

If sellers don't change their pictures monthly or elect to go on vacation, they are still charged the minimum  monthly fee of AUD21.00 to reserve their place on The Chocolate Crow Trader.

Should sellers decide they don't want to continue their journey on The Chocolate Crow Trader, a months notice would be appreciated by way of courtesy.

 

 

FEES LEVIED TO ADVERTISE IN

THE CHOCOLATE CROW TRADER

 AUD21.00 per month for 3 items

 AUD28.00 per month for 5 items

Auction Lots AUD2.00 per item

Catalogue photographs AUD1.00 each

 

 

For information on advertising in

THE CHOCOLATE CROW TRADER

Contact: Chris Byron

 

Phone: 02 4571 3439

Mobile: 042111 7579

 

 alternatively email:

chocolatecrow@bigpond.com

 

 

 
 

The Chocolate Crow Trader is a collective of designers & artisans and it's success depends upon members spreading the word.  Word of mouth is the cheapest and most effective way of advertising.  However, The Chocolate Crow Trader advertise regularly via full page advertisements in the Australian craft magazines (example of add below).