Well, the craft show has come and gone....I made so many new items to display and left half of them at home, but as you can see in the pictures, I was not lacking for items, I just didn't have the new ones...oh well, I did get one bracelet stolen....dang, and it was one of my NEW favorites.....I guess he needed it more than I did....my 9 year old son saw an older gentleman slip it into is pocket. The best part was that my husband and son joined the fun. Rich is an awesome wood worker and sold a bit, not as much as he had hoped, but it was his first show and he is ready for the next one. My son sold soda and water. We made him make the purchases with his money and he did all of the work, but he also made the profits...we bought the leftovers, and he ended up making about $60 - not bad for a 9 year old. I did sell some, but not near as much as what I hoped for. I got many compliments on my display and gave out a ton of cards. I am looking forward to the upcoming shows. I have ordered a table runner with my new logo (designed by Infused Design) and pretty black plastic bags with my logo. Another fabulous highlight from this show is that I was across from Dotti (TrueSelfStudio) and it was her first show. Fun was had by all...
Here are a few pics of mine and Rich's booth....
Great article Cindy! It was fun to be across from you too. Sorry to hear about that bracelet - but then again I don't think it was a very Artsy crowd either. Your booth looked FAB and so did Rich's area. And Your son Wesley is too cute and what a little entrepreneur! Look forward to doing another one with you! :)
ReplyDeleteYAY.....Dotti did her first show and is ready for another one....hopefully our next experience will render more reveue.....love you girl ; 0)
ReplyDeleteYou had alot to offer even w/o your new designs. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself, and it's really nice you were able to make it a Family Affair ツ
ReplyDeleteWow, looks like you put lots of work into your booth!
ReplyDeleteLots of awesome items for sale! I love that your family is in to it as well.
ReplyDeletethis is a great way to advertise your shop!!! I do festivals too, but I don't sell my stuff there because we are in food business)
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had a lot to show even without your new designs! It is a shame about someone stealing :( I hope it was a great show for your whole family!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to make it a family affair. Your set up is great.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great show!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like both work and fun!
ReplyDeleteGreat fun to bring in the family. Love the little chairs.
ReplyDeletethanks for all of your kind comments....it was fun
ReplyDeleteIt's great that your hubby and son came to join in on the fun! You sound a lot like me...Put the kids to work! It's good for them. They learn so much. =) Your booth looks great. Bummer about the stolen bracelet. =( Can't wait to see more of your adventures. =)
ReplyDelete~Kim
Congratulations on your show - you had quite a bit of inventory! Glad you all had fun!
ReplyDeleteWow! You had a lot of stuff for leaving half at home! Sorry about the theft. That stinks. Good luck on the rest of the shows.
ReplyDeletenice post, sorry about the theft
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you had fun! I know those shows are a lot of work. I used to help a friend at hers and it makes for a long day but fun day :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a nice show. Your booth looked great and nice to get the family involved. Hopefully you'll get some future business from all the cards you passed out.
ReplyDeleteLooks really great!!
ReplyDeletesounds like you did well- your jewelry looks great - love your hubby's work and your son is getting a great start in his own *business*! ;>)
ReplyDelete(bummer on the stolen bracelet ;>( )
marilyn
How fun! I love doing craft shows! And how wonderful that your husband and son got involved. Good luck with your other ones!
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