Building A Packing System You Reuse Every Single Show

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    The vendors who look relaxed at setup aren't lucky. They just pack the same way every time. A repeatable packing system means you stop thinking about logistics and start thinking about sales. Here's how to build one.

    Pick One Bag And Commit To It

    Your modular display kit fits in a 56x36x23cm carry-on. That's your booth bag. Label it, keep it packed between shows, and never borrow from it for vacations. The moment your booth bag becomes a "sometimes" bag, your system falls apart.

    One bag for booth hardware. One bag (or bin) for product. That's the whole system for MOST vendors doing table shows.

    Create A Load Order

    Packing order matters more than packing skill. Heavy items go in first, fragile items last. For the booth bag:

    1. Panels flat along the back wall of the bag
    2. Connectors and hooks in mesh pouches, tucked along the sides
    3. Tablecloth rolled tight on top
    4. Business cards and price tags in a slim envelope on the very top

    Do it in this order three times and your hands will remember it forever.

    Pre-Stage Your Product Bag

    Your product bag is where most vendors waste time. They dig through everything looking for that ONE print size. Fix this with dividers or ziplock bags labelled by product type. Prints in one section, stickers in another, pins in a third.

    The FASTEST vendors at teardown are the ones whose product bag mirrors their table layout. Left side of the table goes into the left side of the bag.

    The Post-Show Reset

    Here's where systems die: you get home tired, dump everything on the floor, and two weeks later you're panic-packing again. Instead, unpack your PRODUCT bag (restock, count inventory) but leave the booth bag sealed. It's already packed for next time.

    Browse the full kit range to find the size that fits your table and your travel style.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does this system take to develop?
    About three shows. The first time you're building the habit. By the third show, you pack on autopilot.

    What if I sell at different types of events?
    Keep the booth bag constant. Adjust the product bag. Your display hardware doesn't change between an anime con and a craft market.

    Should I keep a spare set of connectors?
    Yes. Toss five extra connectors in your booth bag and forget about them. You'll thank yourself when one rolls under a table and vanishes.

    Share information about your brand with your customers. Describe a product, make announcements, or welcome customers to your store.

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    What are your planned setups going to be?
    Half table (90cm / 3ft)
    Sharing a table or just starting out
    Full table (180cm / 6ft)
    The standard table at most cons, markets & fairs
    Double, corner or booth (360cm / 12ft)
    Two tables, an L-shape, or a full corner stand
    Free-standing booth (no table)
    A floor-standing wall, no table needed
    Select all that apply
    How long do you plan to use it?
    Just trying it out
    1–3 times
    Going to do markets more often
    3–20 times/year
    Multi-year use
    Built to last, with room to grow
    What do you display?
    Small prints, cards, pins & stickers
    Flat, lightweight, easy to pin
    Large prints & posters
    A2 and up, needs room to breathe
    Large items: Apparel, bags, figures, 3D merch, home goods
    Heavier, bulkier pieces that need sturdy shelf framing
    Jewellery, charms & keychains
    Small and light, lots of little hooks
    Select all that apply
    How tall do you want it?
    Keep it low so my table and wall stay visible
    A clean, low backdrop that frames your work
    Build tall framing for maximum impact
    A towering wall that pulls eyes from across the hall
    Which colours catch your eye?
    Amber Yellow
    Apricot
    Avocado Green
    Blue Sky
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    Grape Purple
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    Self Serve Hook with wire grid T clip  8cm [10 pack] Add-on

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    $36.00

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    $90.00

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    Multi Connector Expansion Pack - White - Bundle & Save [16/32 mixed pack] Add-on

    $108.00

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    $54.00

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    Edge Connector [8 pack] Add-on

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    Single Shelf Wire Clip White [5 pack] Add-on

    $31.50

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    $27.00

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    $45.00

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    Metal mallet (with dual rubber/soft tap sides) [1 pc] Add-on

    Metal mallet (with dual rubber/soft tap sides) [1 pc] Add-on

    $36.00

    Panel Clamp Black 3cm Mouth [4 pcs] Add-on

    Panel Clamp Black 3cm Mouth [4 pcs] Add-on

    $36.00

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    Foldable Croc Hooks (adhesive) - 10-pack

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