Crafts Fair,Bazaars or jewelry exhibitions....
Call it whatever you want,
but it's one intimidating event.
Especially for the vendors. So much
forethought, work, and time
to put forth for a few days,
or maybe even hours.
Toronto bead society spring fair(May 26-27th) is going to be my Third Fair since i started my to sell my jewelry online.
Although many jewelry artist have told me in the past that they do not find these fairs useful i have the most fun in them
Not Only do I get to do what i love the most (make jewelry ) but i get to meet the most wonderful people at these places:Buyers,Art and craft lovers and Other wonderful artists.
Meeting so many other people trying to follow their dreams inspires me and boosts my confidence.
My First Fair |
For others out there i would definitely recommend trying it out at least once.On that note i would like to share with all of you a basic check list for any jewelry show.a checklist should include everything that you're going to need for your show.Dont leave anything to memory because your going to have your hands full with lots of things.
Basic Check List:
Lights Needed Food
Price Tags Extra wire or jewelry supplies
Bulbs Gas in car
Stamps & Stapler Jewelry displays
Small Tables 50 Ft Electrical Cord
Business Cards Extra note book
Order Forms Calculators
Receipt Pads Charge card slips
Jewelry boxes Checkbooks
Plastic Bags $100 in bills (bank)
Windex & Towels Cell Phone
Table Cloths Banner
Phone Pad Jewelry Cleaner
Invoices Mirrors
Pen & Scissors Ring Mandrel
Catalog Ring Sizer
Roller Tape Gram Scale
and more important of all :YOUR JEWELRY
If any one wants more information on craft shows or displays feel free to leave a message for me in the comments and i shall write another post
Wish me luck for my upcoming Jewelry show and if anyone is in Toronto please come to the Fair :)