2026 Artist Alley Displays
2026 Artist Alley Displays
The 2026 Game Plan
In March 2025, I did my first Anime convention and quickly learned there was a difference between an effective Artist Alley setup and the typical craft fair display. I also FINALLY found my people, surrounded by anime and lovers of cute things, my business finally started to take off. I spent the year fine tuning my craft. Now I have decided that for 2026, I will be doing only Artist Alleys and I plan to adjust my display accordingly!
My "incredibly detailed" 2026 mock up from my "Obligatory-test-set-up-in-the-living-room" phase, during the months leading up to my first cons of the year in March 2026.
Some Improvements I Plan to Make in 2026
Height: I want to make more use of the vertical and over head space in my display, for people to see my booth even in a crowd
I want to create branded signage for pricing, labeling products, and communicating what my business is about
Niche down in my in-person product range, aiming for a full, yet clutter-free, layout. With products organized by usages and price to make for a more streamlined shopping experience.
More Anime!! I'm an illustrator at heart, its time to let that part of me shine!! I have a lot of new keychain, sticker, and print designs that I will add to my display for my next event. I've also upgraded my printing and cutting technology to create even better quality paper products at home.
2023-25 Craft Fair Displays