$5000 in one weekend as a handmade goods small business owner // vendor market vlog, pop-up vlog

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  • Опубліковано 3 лют 2025

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  • @LillyRod
    @LillyRod 4 місяці тому +167

    Monica setting up: 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫
    Monica around Josh: 🥰🥰🥰

  • @RichardHicks-vk3vb
    @RichardHicks-vk3vb 4 місяці тому +175

    It was nice watching you and your husband working together and the way he supports you in this endeavor. I am starting my own small business of making candles and soaps. I started making candles for my family a few years ago. I a vet and it helps with my PTSD. I am also on dialysis for kidney failure. No I have started to try and make a business of it along with soap making with the things that go a long with it. Watching your videos has given me the strength to start my own business. I hope the best for you and keep up the good work.

    • @ErikaCheree
      @ErikaCheree 4 місяці тому +8

      God bless you and best of luck on your new soap venture. May it bring you peace and healing ❤❤❤

    • @coachcarenfern
      @coachcarenfern 4 місяці тому +7

      dialysis is no joke it zaps your energy, my mom is on it take care of yourself while you grow your business

    • @RichardHicks-vk3vb
      @RichardHicks-vk3vb 4 місяці тому +4

      @@coachcarenfern thank you. You are right on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays I don't feel much like doing any thing but the Marine in me want let me quit. I hope your mother gets a transplant soon and it works as good for her as my first one did. God bless and y'all are in my prayers.

    • @RichardHicks-vk3vb
      @RichardHicks-vk3vb 4 місяці тому +1

      @@ErikaCheree thank you and God bless you and yours.

    • @PiasCanteen
      @PiasCanteen 4 місяці тому +4

      I am starting my small business of my handmade jewellery. The making of them heals my depression. I can understand u

  • @Aly.68
    @Aly.68 3 місяці тому +77

    I've sold a few products online only and gotten great reviews but I've never thought to try an actual market.. This motivates me so much to work harder and achieve this goal!!

    • @niffellbique3744
      @niffellbique3744 3 місяці тому +7

      You should definitely go for it

    • @valeriew4833
      @valeriew4833 2 місяці тому +4

      yeah go for it! You meet a lot of nice people and drive more traffic to your site

    • @Mooncrest0
      @Mooncrest0 Місяць тому

      @@valeriew4833yes and word of mouth goes a long way!

    • @Naiimalove
      @Naiimalove 15 днів тому +1

      Try to not do it alone. ✨

  • @kaileymentink
    @kaileymentink 4 місяці тому +51

    It’s obvious that your customers love you and keep coming back not only for your amazing products but also just to chat with you!

    • @scholas_creative_space
      @scholas_creative_space 2 місяці тому +3

      I observed this too! Her sweet personality is a pull and I was so happy to watch the interactions btn her and her customers. They genuinely enjoy being in her company. I love it!

  • @gulfcoastsunset5879
    @gulfcoastsunset5879 Місяць тому +5

    YOUR booth is absolute PERFECTION!! LOVE it💖✨🛍

  • @soleykabijoux5041
    @soleykabijoux5041 4 місяці тому +22

    Thank you for showing the back office of a brand vendor, i 'm french and i needed to learn the commercial speech to catch the customers in english, precious !

  • @KMHANDMADE
    @KMHANDMADE 4 місяці тому +30

    The market is my favorite place to visit because there are many new things. Your stall is so cute.

  • @theemilee-marie9372
    @theemilee-marie9372 4 місяці тому +10

    This is incredible! I am so happy for you! It's such a joy when I see your videos pop up!
    I've had a small business since 2019. Started off originally selling handmade journals made from 100% recycled materials. I had my own lined paper, bound the books and painted the covers.. didn't really go anywhere. Maybe sold a couple of them.
    I let my business go for a few years and posted only paintings for a while. Got a few commissioned pieces, some purchased my prints but then I gave up, again.
    I've been a crocheter since I was 8 years old, I'm now almost 30. Just in fun, I posted a couple of photos of sweaters I made for my parents and dog and it seemed to have taken off. I almost couldn't keep up with the custom orders.
    I started watching your videos and you Inspired me to dive in and give it all I had (along with Roman Atwood vlogs that my hubby and I watch) . I've got shows / pop ups set into the next year, but the last 3 I've done have been not the greatest. I've spent maybe 5k on set up, and the most I've brought home is $130. (1 show) The others were between 45-80$
    Now, crochet has become such an oversaturated concept, but in stuffed animals.. I have a website up and 0 traffic. Nobody is placing custom orders now. It's really discouraging because I spend almost 100% of my time crocheting to prepare and the fruit of my labor is nothing. I just wanna give up but your videos inspire me to keep going.
    Thanks Monica
    @belovely.shoppe

    • @kilaa3417
      @kilaa3417 2 місяці тому +1

      One last thing, posting reels and on tiktok more frequently -- of you crocheting, working on your business, etc, then wearing the product outside, or of your customers wearing it out. Just my 2 cents, blessings ❤❤

  • @vlogsearchhere-xz3ug
    @vlogsearchhere-xz3ug 4 місяці тому +15

    I love the behind the scenes look, I never thought about how much building art market setups can take!

  • @KommandCenter
    @KommandCenter 4 місяці тому +10

    This is so inspiring!!! I started my business in November of last year focusing on online as I too am a homebody with a 9-5 and kids and really like to recharge on the weekends. But as im inching closer to leaving my 9-5 im getting curious about craft fairs and im right across the river and to watch your small business success knowing your just a train ride away makes it all feel so much more attainable. Instant subscriber here, Keep up the work!

  • @livpacheco
    @livpacheco 4 місяці тому +7

    smiled the whole time watching you be so successful!! you deserve it 🩷🩷🩷

  • @MoMaMacht
    @MoMaMacht 25 днів тому +1

    Monica to watch you interacting with other people is sooo beautiful because your smile caches every heart -- no matter if you field tired . You light up the festival and made a very good job. 🤗 Happy I found your vlog -- Best for 2025 from Monika in Germany

    • @monicarazak
      @monicarazak  22 дні тому

      So happy you’re here❤️❤️

  • @ScarlettOli
    @ScarlettOli 2 місяці тому +3

    I love watching your process and how involved your mom is! ❤

  • @SunCatcher11
    @SunCatcher11 4 місяці тому +24

    I used to do that when I was single w no kids lol :) street markets are a lot of work. funny a bunch of guys buying candles who knew lol Keep up the great work :)

  • @zodiacgoodes
    @zodiacgoodes 4 місяці тому +50

    At these markets, you should train someone to work with you. Especially now that you have repeat customers!

  • @dianaacosta6112
    @dianaacosta6112 4 місяці тому +17

    10 days since launching my business and coming across your channel has been life changing!! Already going through the roller coaster of emotions as a business owner and you have been keeping me grounded 🥺🫶🏽 so much love all the way from LA

  • @paulineluna6453
    @paulineluna6453 4 місяці тому +5

    Congratulations Monica! I’m so happy for you! You’ve come a long way! I enjoy your videos, especially this one! This tops all! Keep it up! Keep growing! The sky is the limit for you!

  • @avdb683
    @avdb683 4 місяці тому +13

    I’ve been looking forward to this video so much! Today I’m cranking out a bunch of beeswax candle molds & this is perfect timing 🤩

  • @jennifersimmons4743
    @jennifersimmons4743 3 місяці тому +11

    This was a cool video. 1st time viewer here. Have you thought about putting your brand label on the bottom of the candle? As a frequent purchaser of candles, I tend to prefer ones with brand labels on the bottom so that they look prettier on display in my house.

  • @TheElizabethfrances
    @TheElizabethfrances 4 місяці тому +12

    Congrats! And your mom is so adorable!!!

  • @zodiacgoodes
    @zodiacgoodes 4 місяці тому +5

    And I love how you were right next to a place where people could sit which brings more attention to your space!

  • @mickenziemartin5574
    @mickenziemartin5574 4 місяці тому +4

    Yay! New Monica videos are my fav part of the week! I’m working on stock today so I love watching your market vlogs, they keep me going 💕💕

  • @BluerosesT
    @BluerosesT 4 місяці тому +14

    I love the idea of the 3 mini gift set displayed.

  • @ninirossau2304
    @ninirossau2304 4 місяці тому +5

    it is nice to have a tall partner. I am gratefull that my son helps out. I dont like pink but the advantage of the pink tent, is the light is so sweet and warm.

  • @Naiimalove
    @Naiimalove 15 днів тому +1

    Markets are not easy! You can burn out easily if you don’t have help. Congrats to you and so glad you have your husband to help you. ✨

  • @wholesalejewelrymarket
    @wholesalejewelrymarket 4 місяці тому +12

    I really like the behind the scenes. Thank you for this video

  • @allisonhunter707
    @allisonhunter707 2 місяці тому +2

    Hey, just so you know it’s a lot easier to open the canopy by simply pulling the legs up. So, you and your partner would go on two different legs on the same side and pop them up and then repeat on the other side. You do not need to go underneath the tent to pop it up. Love your booth so cute!

  • @coachcarenfern
    @coachcarenfern 4 місяці тому +7

    congratulations Monica This event feels like I was right there with you I so enjoyed watching you I can’t wait to get going next for my own get cozy with Coach Caren’s hand made here in Canada

  • @bellakimbrough4578
    @bellakimbrough4578 4 місяці тому +4

    So happy that everything went well - wondered about you all week!! 💗 you are an inspiration to so many - wishing you continued success this market season!

    • @monicarazak
      @monicarazak  4 місяці тому

      thanks so much for following along🤍

  • @smalleypocket
    @smalleypocket 3 місяці тому +1

    What an amazing market I’m new to your videos and love the blog style of your day and recap. Even though I don’t even know you I’m so happy to see your business succeed. Such an inspiration! Your personality and love for the products that you make definitely shines through 😊

  • @beingemma
    @beingemma 4 місяці тому +12

    Love that they allow you to have other colored tents. I got white because a lot of the events in NYC required a white tent. Funny enough I'll be using it next week for my one outdoor event this year. Just got a spin the wheel game to try out as well ☺ Also good note on gift sets, my work is a little different so wondering how I could incorporate it but I do offer bundle deals.

  • @Smooch-Magazine
    @Smooch-Magazine 4 місяці тому +1

    Girl you were busy since BEFORE the actual open time! I love it! Congratulations!!!

  • @ghostie7790
    @ghostie7790 3 місяці тому +6

    This is my dream, with the comics I make. Trying to get it together buet it's hard around my day job! I've been waking up at 5:30 am before work tomake products for inventory.. I'm hoping next summer I'll have enough to finally sell somewhere like this. This has been really inspiring!

  • @Smooch-Magazine
    @Smooch-Magazine 4 місяці тому +2

    Amazing help from mom and Josh. Mom was working her little butt off! Love it

  • @zodiacgoodes
    @zodiacgoodes 4 місяці тому +1

    I had feeling that this market was going to go well even when you felt like you had a bad spot! Love this for you and the business! 🙌🏾❤

  • @lenzoflove
    @lenzoflove 2 місяці тому

    I’m loving seeing you do so well 🥹 looks busy but so fun!!

  • @MSTAMRO_Organic_Skincare
    @MSTAMRO_Organic_Skincare Місяць тому

    Girl you are amazing ❤ Thank you for sharing your inspiring story and wish you the greatest success in your business. ❤ I am starting and listening and watching the stories like your warm my heart. ❤️ May our Lord bless you ❤

  • @Jimenagm
    @Jimenagm 2 місяці тому

    As a small biz girly as well i want to say you are amazinggg at talking with the customers! I know it can be stressful sometimes but you handled yourself so well 🤍

  • @raquelboodhoo-gi7wl
    @raquelboodhoo-gi7wl 4 місяці тому +1

    Your videos have really been an inspiration. I have a few markets coming up in Nov & Dec and I have lots to prep but have not been motivated to. After watching this video, it really made me feel motivated to get started. Thank you for doing you and for posting videos like these :)

  • @craftyitemsbydonna
    @craftyitemsbydonna 2 місяці тому +1

    Hey, I'm also a small business owner in NJ! I'm glad to see another small business owner living near me. 😁

  • @bianca6374
    @bianca6374 2 місяці тому

    I‘m creating my own little creative business right now and I’m sooo socially anxious but I know how much fun markets can be. Your video made me wanna do markets now🙌🏽 thank you for your honesty 💜

  • @jennymarshall8340
    @jennymarshall8340 4 місяці тому +4

    I loved watching your process and hearing how you think

  • @maggiebloom762
    @maggiebloom762 15 днів тому

    I love your vlogs so much I just found your UA-cam and have been watching it everyday since! Love it so much and you seem like the sweetest most hard working person!❤ you are inspiring so many people thank you for sharing your life and business endeavors! 😄

    • @monicarazak
      @monicarazak  15 днів тому +1

      thanks so much for following along💕

  • @barbaraaldrich52
    @barbaraaldrich52 4 місяці тому

    Love seeing behind the scenes. I've learned a lot from watching you. You've helped me grow so much in the last year. Thank you for sharing your journey and giving awesome advice to us all. I appreciate you!

  • @mylifemychoice9250
    @mylifemychoice9250 4 місяці тому +6

    If you do more nighttime events I would suggest you invest in more lights. Different than what you had maybe one that can hang from your canopy also string lights that are battery operated or ones you can use with a battery pack

  • @read.with.bella28
    @read.with.bella28 2 місяці тому +1

    I just had a market at my school and it went so well! Thank you for motivating me

  • @WomenFindingPurpose
    @WomenFindingPurpose 2 місяці тому

    Very inspiring content!!! I love the support from your customers, friends, and family!!!

  • @munirahmohtar6827
    @munirahmohtar6827 4 місяці тому

    Congratulations on your amazing success at the market event!🎉 Running a candle business while sharing your journey as a UA-camr is truly inspiring. Wishing you even more success and light as you continue to shine both in your business and online!love the candle gift idea btw😊

  • @CindyxCircannibal
    @CindyxCircannibal 3 місяці тому

    First time watching your content and I love! This is the first video I watched and now going down a rabbit hole 🎉❤

  • @ottorollin395
    @ottorollin395 3 місяці тому +1

    Your booth looks so amazing! Thank you for sharing, super helpful and inspiring 😊

  • @pbjskk7
    @pbjskk7 4 місяці тому +2

    LOVE these long videos💗

  • @shorty_zp
    @shorty_zp 4 місяці тому

    I love your voice 🥺 Congratulations on your successful pop-up. Proud of you! ❤

  • @iLexy3
    @iLexy3 3 місяці тому

    This is your best setup to date 💕

  • @Wildlove13
    @Wildlove13 3 місяці тому

    You are the cutest I’m so happi I came across you
    Your dress was gorg ❤keep creating you bring a cheerful smile to all of us with your creations 🌸🍬🌈🩵💜I’m from Cali and will be doing my first order now
    Your mama is the cutest she’s on top of it knowing how to help Good job MAMA raising such a BEAUTIFUL colorful creative daughter ❤

  • @JeanVMI
    @JeanVMI 4 місяці тому +2

    Yes 🙌
    Can’t wait to watch!
    Congratulations Monica 🎉!
    Did you make your pink table cloth?

  • @MamaCat0121
    @MamaCat0121 4 місяці тому

    Congratulations Monica! That's amazing turn out 🎉 my husband and I are watching/listening to this video while we prepare for our upcoming event. I also got this spin the wheel thingy you recommended. Im excited to use it 🤗

  • @Uniquenessnstitching
    @Uniquenessnstitching 3 місяці тому

    Girl!!!! You did your thing! Amazing job!

  • @elizabethm8610
    @elizabethm8610 4 місяці тому

    The way im so obsessed with your vlogs😂❤❤

  • @kidrauhlxedits
    @kidrauhlxedits 4 місяці тому

    wait, so proud!!!! especially because of how nervous you were about it YESSS

  • @tracyc9413
    @tracyc9413 4 місяці тому

    Love watching your videos and content. Your booth set up is very cheery and inviting! Just an observation to display your mini pouches is to use a clear acrylic mail organizer. They are so cute and it may help show them off more! Love your dress too!

  • @lovnbnhome
    @lovnbnhome 4 місяці тому +3

    Your new bags match your dress!

  • @dianerosedesigns
    @dianerosedesigns Місяць тому

    You are so cute and encouraging, a very hard working entrepreneur also…keep going ❤

  • @ErikaCheree
    @ErikaCheree 4 місяці тому

    I’m soooo proud of you and happy for you!! Thank you for sharing your successs!!!! 🎉 (& yes please stay hydrated and protein-powered up! 🪔🕯️❤🎉

  • @kamrynbrass
    @kamrynbrass Місяць тому

    aww this was so cool to watch

  • @AlyssaSowers
    @AlyssaSowers 4 місяці тому

    I would totally buy that orange dress! Stunning 🍊

  • @WomenFindingPurpose
    @WomenFindingPurpose 2 місяці тому

    I am a new subscriber!!! This content was very inspirational!!! Keep going!!!

  • @ExquisitelyPamperedNailSpa
    @ExquisitelyPamperedNailSpa 4 місяці тому

    Congratulations 🎉Monicaaaa!!!🎉🤸🏽‍♀️🎉🤸🏽‍♀️

  • @nicolesoto9041
    @nicolesoto9041 3 місяці тому +1

    Suggestion: maybe you can make yourself a cute little beaded (or not) lanyard to hold your mic so it doesn't pull down on your tops.
    Also, we love mom! ❣️

  • @JetwaysandPaydays
    @JetwaysandPaydays 3 місяці тому

    Congrats girl! So happy for u!

  • @MemoryHereAndThere
    @MemoryHereAndThere 4 місяці тому

    Been waiting for the new video 🤩 keep them coming! :D Best content 🌻 *will go watch now byyye*

  • @rolineshare
    @rolineshare Місяць тому

    Love itttt💕💗💕💗💕

  • @laurenjudge4120
    @laurenjudge4120 4 місяці тому

    Your new bags are SO cute!

  • @Star-c1h
    @Star-c1h 4 місяці тому

    Congratulations on a successful market. You looked like you were really enjoying it. This was fun to watch.

  • @chantalleonhardt
    @chantalleonhardt 4 місяці тому

    LITERALLY EATING 🙌

  • @KocholateKoutureCo
    @KocholateKoutureCo 3 місяці тому

    You deserve this Monica!! I also make candles and your videos are so helpful. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!!

  • @BritgirlTX
    @BritgirlTX 4 місяці тому

    Awesome! You deserve this - congrats! Ohhh I just clicked on the like button and it changed to 1K. Whoo hoo!

  • @islamiatgbajumo6937
    @islamiatgbajumo6937 3 місяці тому

    Really love the behind the scenes videos. Please more. 🙏🏿

  • @townmama
    @townmama 3 місяці тому

    I love the display stands and shelves

  • @lulululili
    @lulululili 4 місяці тому

    this was soooo fun to watch!

  • @ieishalaporte7713
    @ieishalaporte7713 4 місяці тому

    This was so helpful for me!!! This just gave me the boost I needed to signup for bigger events!!

    • @monicarazak
      @monicarazak  4 місяці тому

      Yay so happy! Best of luck with your upcoming markets🤍

  • @pmyodb1
    @pmyodb1 4 місяці тому

    So glad that everything went just like you wanted to. Congrats :)

  • @Floatsgarden
    @Floatsgarden 4 місяці тому

    Your dress is so prettyyyy✨️🎀🐇

  • @kamizle2000
    @kamizle2000 4 місяці тому +2

    I love your vlog how do you prevent your candles from melting? Heat and sun🫣🥵

    • @monicarazak
      @monicarazak  4 місяці тому +3

      I let the display candles melt because it makes them smell really good for customers:) Then I keep the real sellable stash of candles in the shade in my kiosk:)

  • @elleluella4565
    @elleluella4565 10 днів тому

    Love your videos! So at what temperature do the candles melt?

  • @MrsClean1
    @MrsClean1 3 місяці тому

    I have been wanting to start a candle business. thank you for the inspiration

  • @nebeta100
    @nebeta100 15 днів тому

    Hi! I think a high bar stool of a type chair would help- you would look like standing but could reast for a bit too.

  • @irisgaleano
    @irisgaleano 4 місяці тому

    Absolutely love your dress!

  • @NicaCollect
    @NicaCollect 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad I came across your vid, had a few setbacks but I know everything is going to work out

  • @LSCraftyCreations
    @LSCraftyCreations 4 місяці тому

    This is so motivating I can’t wait to start my business thank you so much for sharing

  • @jane2947-f6j
    @jane2947-f6j 3 місяці тому

    So cool! You're an inspiration!

  • @ROSADIANA-DSB
    @ROSADIANA-DSB 3 місяці тому

    This was so cute❤

  • @agbworkshop1
    @agbworkshop1 4 місяці тому +4

    I am going to do it one year...🙏🤞😍💚🖤🦋

  • @CookinwitKI
    @CookinwitKI 4 місяці тому

    My dream is this! You are inspiring girlie!!!

  • @insanehal
    @insanehal 2 місяці тому

    Hey, I’m a fellow girl in stem and thought you had a very magnetic and bright personality. I’m in college, so I’m broke as shit. But i still bought your candle. Because youre a small business and i support small businesses. I also JUST found your channel today. keep up the great marketing. Btw, make more stickers!

  • @PaperHugsByMaryLou
    @PaperHugsByMaryLou 3 місяці тому

    Congrats! Best wishes!!!♥

  • @rebeccaashley4784
    @rebeccaashley4784 4 місяці тому +1

    We need to know where you got your custom bags!!! 😍

  • @nebeta100
    @nebeta100 15 днів тому

    How cite you mom supports you so much 🎉

  • @vickipatridge5094
    @vickipatridge5094 4 місяці тому

    I really enjoyed watching this episode. Congratulations on getting married.

  • @vanillaswirl87
    @vanillaswirl87 4 місяці тому +25

    Do you not have a price chart for your stuff on the tables?

    • @zucchinigreen
      @zucchinigreen 3 місяці тому +1

      I think it's a good move not to cause then she gets to upsell them on the gift boxes and plug her business.
      That strategy seems to work

    • @Haiokbai
      @Haiokbai 2 місяці тому +9

      @@zucchinigreenif I don’t see prices at a booth I won’t even approach. Who wants to feel poor and walk away after being told the price? It’s embarrassing. It’s courteous to provide prices. Don’t be manipulative.

  • @amandagrogen5153
    @amandagrogen5153 4 місяці тому +4

    I love this content because I'm doing the same thing these days