Island Moon MarketŪ
 Gazette
October 2013 Edition
In This Issue
You might want to know
The Vendor Support Manual
Featured Vendor
Quick Links
Island Moon MarketŪ
 Island Moon Logo
North Padre Island's own premier vendor market is held the 4th Saturday of each month (see website for exceptions and additions). We've gathered some of the best craft vendors and distributors in South Texas. Come out to the shore for some fun and sun and take in some beach side shopping at the same time!
9am - 6pm
February - December
Become a Vendor 
 What's goin' on?
     
The holiday shopping season is on!!
Phillip and I have been participating in the area markets every weekend and this weekend was filled with folks looking to check off their gift giving list! Of course, they are all looking for that unique gift which is why they come to the vendor markets! If you are a vendor; get ready to sell and if you are a customer, mark your calendar for October 26th and we will see you at the Island Moon MarketŪ!
  
We will be unveiling a HUGE change coming to the Island Moon MarketŪ at our November 23rd Market. This change is going to be amazing for our vendors and customers alike! Can't tell you now... you will have to come to the market to be part of the excitement! All October 26th participating vendors will be given a special offer redeemable at the November market; don't miss out, register today!  
   
In this issue
 You Might Want to Know:
 Island Moon MarketŪ
It's official, Island Moon MarketŪ is now a registered Service Mark!
So you want to be a vendor
The vendor support manual is finished and available for purchase. Check out the review!
Featured Vendor
The October 26th, Island Moon MarketŪ is being brought to you by
Dirt Free Carpet & Tile Cleaning
Check out why they were voted #1 by Corpus Christi!
  
Click on the links below and to the side for more information about the Island Moon MarketŪ, a map to the event, an application to become a vendor and to register as a vendor at this months market
  
Blessings to you all,
Phillip & Darcie Mason
  
  The one & only Island Moon MarketŪ
361-403-4032
  
  
 You Might Want To Know?
It's Official! We now have a registered Service Mark with the United States Patent &Trademark Office!
It's been a long hard road to get here but Phillip and I are so glad to know that from here on out it will be smooth sailing! We have said all along that we are here to stay and with this official standing, nothing will ever get in our way again! Watch us grow!!
Island Moon MarketŪ
  
  
The Vendor Support Manual 
  
    Have you always wanted to be a vendor but haven't done it yet because you don't know where to start? Well now you can! This manual is filled will everything you need to know! Here is what the first vendor to read the new manual had to say:

    "I am brand new to the outside vender market, and had no idea of where to start. I got my hands on a copy of  Phillip & Darcie's manual "So You Want To Be a Vendor" and read it from cover to cover." When I finished I felt I had the experience of many years behind me. This manual took me from beginning, getting a business name, & Tax Permit right through to stocking my tables, and accepting credit cards. It saved me from making so many mistakes, & has given me confidence I needed. I highly recommend this manual to everyone no matter how long you have been in this business!"

    David Osterman

     

    You can meet David at this months market! Be sure to stop by Barnacle Dave's Booth!

     

    You have two options to purchase the 41 page manual, complete with live link reference guide: You may purchase a PDF copy for $24.95 or you may purchase a copy of the manual and a booth (a $40 value) at any market for $55

    Email us at islandmoonmarket@gmail.com  to receive your copy today!

    Here is the peak inside at the table of contents:

    Table of Contents

    CHAPTER 1 ...... Know the basics before you start

                Determining what you will be selling                       

                Setting up your business with the State & US Government (State of Texas)

                Obtaining licenses and permits (State of Texas)

                Event insurance (State of Texas)

    CHAPTER 2 ...... Understanding the Cottage Food Laws (Texas HB970) (Nueces County)

    CHAPTER 3 ...... Ready, set, sell

    Market day tool kit and supplies

                Setting up the booth; tents, tables, displays

                Customer relations and the sale

                Standard venues

                Payment processing: credit cards, cash & checks (State of Texas)

    CHAPTER 4 ...... Marketing and advertising

                Marketing materials       

                Setting up and managing your website

                Setting up and managing a Facebook account

    CHAPTER 5 ...... Inventory management

                Purchasing vs. manufacturing

                Tracking the cost of goods sold

                Tracking overhead & operating costs

                Setting the sale price

                Sales and inventory tracking

    CHAPTER 6 ...... Choosing a market

                Demographic and economic data

    The characteristics of a good market

                Standard rules and regulations for most markets

                How to handle issues with a vendor, market or market director

    CHAPTER 7 ...... Market day and what to expect

                Arrival and set up

                Tips for a successful sales day

                Tear down and departure

    CHAPTER 8 ...... Live Link Resource guide (State of Texas)

 

Featured Vendor
  
    This month's Island Moon MarketŪ
    is brought to you by:
    Dirt Free Carpet & Tile Cleaning
    Stop by their booth for a discount of your next service!
      
    Dirt Free Carpet & Tile Cleaning
    is owned by Joshua and Natalie DeJong. After many years in the industry, we decided to take the knowledge we had accumulated and set off on our own.
     
    We knew that the market was filled with underpowered equipment that didn't provide good enough results. We decided to purchase the most powerful carpet and tile cleaning equipment on the market to guarantee amazing results for our customers.
     
    This equipment is far and above ANYTHING Corpus Christi has ever seen. Dirt Free Carpet & Tile Cleaning can extract more dirt, grime and residue and leave carpets and tile dry when we leave, all with no soaps or chemicals!
     
    We promise to stay on the edge of technology to provide the best cleaning for a reasonable price.
    We enjoy Corpus Christi for its beaches, fresh seafood, and the relationships we have made. We are glad to be a part of the community.
      
     

 

About Us
Phillip and Darcie Mason, owners of the Island Moon Market live on North Padre Island and operate the monthly Island Moon Market. Since May of 2012, we have enjoyed providing this market to all of Corpus Christi. Thank you to all who come out each month and support us and our vendors! See ya'll at the beach!