SACE 2015 Fall Show Sneak Peek #1

I have been so busy this year with craft show after craft show, that I have sorely neglected my blog.  But I am going to remedy that with this sneak peak at some of the handmade lovelies you'll find at The Statesville Artisan and Crafters Expo Fall 2015 show.

First up is Arty Fartsy.

Artsy Farsty is a small craft business that was started by Brooke and Emily. They make ladder yarn necklaces, earrings, and stationary.

Then comes The Hobby Sisters.

"Our names are Candice and Katie and before you ask, no, we aren't really sisters. :-) Our kids are great friends who love to play together so we were always hanging out together so we started making these things and this all just kinda happened. We hope you love our stuff as much as we do." You can also find them on Google+.

Carol will be there as Blessed Stitches.  She creates hooded towels, key chains, and other various handmade sewing items.

I did absolutely no gardening or canning this year, so you will see me visiting Kim's booth, Sweet Morning Farms.  Artisan jams and fresh breads....yummmmmmy.  My Hannah is a bread fanatic, so I will have to hide my money. lol

Now this is a local show in Statesville, NC so I'm sure many of you won't be able to visit us there.  But on the day of the show I will be sharing tons of pictures and links.  If you are in town, come on down.  We are also having a chili cook-off, and that is sure to be fun.

Be blessed,

Debbi

This Is Me...All Over The Place

I love doing arts and craft shows.

Cramming everything in my van.

Setting up all my displays.

Discovering what I forgot.

Sitting in the southern heat.

Needing a "break", and finding my daughter has decided to take a walk and scope out the competition.

But my most favorite part?

Visiting with old friends (fellow vendors).

And making new friends (customers).

Lots of them. 

:0)

So here is where you can find me locally for the next few months.

The Evening Farmers Market in historic downtown Statesville, North Carolina.

We open every Thursday from 4 to about 6 from April through October.

This is such a great group of people, the farmers, the live entertainment, our balloon guy, and of course, our customers. 

Love.

Love.

Love.

Next up, on October 3rd, I'll be at the October Fall Vendor Expo at the Statesville Rec Center.  This is a charity event for a local teen who is battling cancer.

On October 17th, I will (hopefully) be at the Taylorsville Apple Festival.

I say hopefully because I haven't received my vendor packet yet.  But this is a very large festival.  I did it about 15 years ago, and I would love to get back into it.

And lastly,

The Statesville Artisan and Crafters Expo.

This is my second year with this show, and my third show with this promoter.

Now I know that you can't have a show without crafters and artists, but I also firmly believe that it's the promoter that can make or break a show.  And Melissa Friend is an amazing promoter.  Concerned about her vendors, and works tirelessly to spread the word.  I just love her. :0)

So, there you have it.

And here you can find me.

How about you?  

What are some your your favorite shows, to participate or just visit?

Be blessed,

Debbi

One Week Left Till The Start Of My Craft Show Season

Friday was the first day of spring (and Hannah's birthday) 

and that leaves me only 1 week to complete my preparations for....

my first craft show of 2015!

While munching on birthday cake, I found some more display ideas on Pinterst....

(I love love love Pinterest)

Yesterday I got my canopy...it's bright pink!  You know how I love color!

What tips do you have for a successful show?

Be blessed,

Debbi

How I spent my Tuesday - with Hannah

Hannah and I spent most of the day yesterday in downtown Statesville just wandering around and window shopping.  She had 2 appointments with several hours between them.  I love walking around downtown now, they have done a lot of work to try and encourage more pedestrian traffic and small business there.  I especially love the old building.  Here is just one of them.

Check out that pretty lady at the top.

Then there was this funny Minnie Mouse (with a really big nose) 

on a parking lot wall.

In the back of the old pet store (which is closed now) is the stray cat society.  Of course, we had to stop and check out the kitties.  And Hannah got Pee Wee a few new outfits.  My poor dog. lol

Hannah wanted to get him the Woody outfit, but it was too small...

so it is "to infinity and beyond!"

It's Bat Dog to the rescue!!!

He actually kept this outfit on for most of the day.  I was surprised, but our cat Patches wouldn't go near him. :0)

Now, it's time to get back to my canning....

Be blessed,

Debbi