Writer, Book Editor, Felter, Seamstress prepping to go Nomad

[RunestoneOne]

Hi,

I am all of the above mentioned, and nearing 65 without finances to retire in place. Looking at vanlife as a good option. The plan so far:

Converting an ambulance, as an E350 has the oomph to haul my industrial sewing machine and a serger, plus plenty storage--and setting it up as a mobile sewing studio. A commercial use vehicle may get around some insurance issues.

My question for those who've been on the road is, would access to custom upholstering/curtains/canvas & leather & clothing repair be something of interest at RTR or other get-togethers? Are there any suggestions for ways to market such services on the road? Not just to fellow travelers, but in towns as I pass through...

I'm also developing an income stream on Etsy of feltwork, as well as offering editing services. 

I suck at marketing myself, which is my prime hurdle. Any thoughts on marketing would be most welcome.  

Thanks in advance for your encouragement!

 

[Cammalu]

At rtr you cant charge money for anything. No selling allowed. I imagine you can take customers out of the immediate area maybe but I don’t know for sure.

Quartzsite you could rent a booth and stay a couple of months or even just advertise on the many bulletin boards.