I don't know from the seller's experience what tips to give you but I sure can tell you from the buyer's experience. How to get me there ... I really like dee54's idea of the signs. When you make signs that are meant to be seen by motorists, PLEASE make the print BOLD and BIG! I don't know how many times I noticed a sign, only to be unable to read it because the print was too faint and/or too small. dee54's idea of a different shaped sign like the watering can is a great eye catcher. People will follow the signs just to see where they lead. How to get me to stop ... have things for sale in front of the house. My girlfriend and I won't bother stopping at a home where the driveway is too long and we have to walk to get to the sale. We are both more apt to stop if the merchandise is near the curb. And have a lot of stuff displayed. If I see a sale that looks like a carnival with a variety of merchandise, I will stop and look. Colorful flags, balloons and signs all catch my attention. Make sure you have some big pieces that will glitter and twinkle in the sun or are bold and colorful. You got me, now what to do with me? Offer not only a variety of different merchandise but also offer a variety of prices. I might not be able to buy a $50 birdbath but I'd really like that $8 whirlygig thing or a $10 flower pot. Even small items selling for a couple of bucks will draw sales. And please clearly mark the price on the merchandise! I have no idea what unique handmade items are worth. To me, a glass totem is a good buy at $15 but you might be expecting $35 to break even. If something isn't clearly marked, I just assume it is too expensive. I find that a lot of people aren't hagglers so they won't bother negotiating a price with you. If you are unsure of whether your prices are good put up a sign telling people you are willing to haggle or are flexible. Do you want me to come back next time? Hand out inexpensive business cards or flyers letting people know when your next sale is or at least it will help them remember where you are and what you sell. Plus it is a great way for them to share your location with others if they have the address. People might not be able to afford something you are selling now but will come back to a future sale with money in hand. My problem is, I forget the address! If some of your garden pieces shouldn't be kept outdoors year round or if it requires special care, be sure to let buyers know. I hate when I buy something, not realizing it requires special care, only to have it break or come apart. You could include care instructions with the purchase. But for me? All you have to do is email me the date, time and location and I'll be there with my wallet! lol Good luck!

mmq - I never thought about it like that and I'm definitely going to use that to feed my addiction! High - you're probably right! Looks like your hubby needs to find a new hobby! Edit - no curbing of the seeds addiction! ALWAYS visit us here at GW when you feel the urge to cut back! Austin - way to go! Start those little addicts when they are young! Seedmama - that is hilarious! Too bad my fiance is thin or I could use that one on him! Brandy - I really like the start of your 12 step program! We could always change it to a 101 step program! I saw that bat on your member page - too cool! I've been wanting to get a bat house myself to help with insects. April50 - I have got to find a way to have one of those shirts! I had a feeling you all would get a kick out of that story and I'm sure we all have a slew of them left to share! My fiances family is coming into town today, so I'll most likely not be around GW much over the weekend. Happy gardening to all! Diana

Thanks for all your hard work Karen! Can't wait to read it in its entirety. Jodi-

I am so glad you are all enjoying your cards! Cheryl, I'm sorry to hear about your hand and cast. I have two that I have seen. Any others are at the post office. Maybe when I pick up Mom for the day, we will take a ride and make a stop to empty the box! When I first started participating in this, DH wouldn't let me use our home address, and we had opened a P O Box for ebay use, so that is what I use. This time of year it would be so easy to just walk out to the mail box...... But I do post here when we are taking a trip some times, so I guess it's a good idea to keep using the PO Box. This is always so much fun! Tami