Kari’s Must-Haves for a Successful Market Day in Chicago

As the founder of Litotes, I love selling candles at markets throughout Chicago and beyond. Over time, I’ve developed a toolkit that enables me to stay organized and efficient while delivering an elevated shopping experience for luxury-loving customers. Here are my top market-day essentials (affiliate links included!)

Backdrop Banner/Step and Repeat Frame - Create the scene and display your name: https://amzn.to/4jJK7cJ

🆙 Folding Table Leg Extenders (Leg Risers) – Bring luxury goods up to eye-level and in easy reach: https://amzn.to/4kwtLp5

🎪 A Strong, Secure Canopy Tent – A foldable "brick-and-mortar" that keeps the rain out and dry shoppers happy: https://amzn.to/3FoPCzJ

🛒 Collapsible Wagon – Hauling equipment isn’t light work. This foldable utility wagon saves my back and holds everything from product crates to signage. Plus, it's under $100:https://amzn.to/3SYixxz 

💳 Portable Card Reader – Cashless is key. I never hit a market without my Shopify reader to keep checkout seamless:https://amzn.to/4jp8jBe

💨 Rechargeable Neck Fan – Summer in Chicago gets real. A USB-powered fan keeps me cool behind the table without needing an outlet: https://amzn.to/

 A Folding Table – Because, of course: https://amzn.to/3SnqA6W

Folding Table Leg Risers: https://amzn.to/4jtHvzP

Markets are where Litotes comes alive, and with the right tools, it’s easy to show up polished and prepared. See you out there!

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— Kari 💛

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