11/22/2009

60 Wristcuffs Rock N Roll Here I come!


I'm sure you've always wondered what 60 wristcuffs all together would look like. Well, today is your lucky day. I just put the finishing touches on my remaining cuffs for the show next weekend. I now need to get them tagged and I'm ready to go. I will have to make my way down to the city tomorrow after my sister picks up the girls to bring all of my inventory to the Rock N Roll Craft Show. The last time I did a drop off at the Big Ass Show last year it took forever. I had each of my items individually itemized so during check in when everything had to be verified it was a nightmare. I had convinced Mike that I needed his help and he was not happy about the experience so I don't expect any help this year.










It shouldn't be quite as painful as I have things inventoried by type this year. I have 30 wire wristcuffs and 30 fabric wrist cuffs as seen above. I also have 3 large tubs, one for $15 scarves, one for $30 scarves and one for $25 scarflettes. I do have different inventory numbers for different fiber content but it should still go much faster to count out the different items than to frantically search for the Orange Crush Scarf which could be in any one of 3 tubs like I did last year.

I'm bringing some of my display items for them to use like my quilt rack and mannequins but all of the display work and selling is in their hands. It is a little bit stressful to be leaving several thousand dollars worth of inventory in their care for a week but that is the price you pay for one of these types of shows. I've heard that this show has a huge turnout and with the gorgeous weather this weekend it should be a big draw. I'll be putting my four hours of work time in on Sunday afternoon and will then check myself out. Then I will have to get home, do a new inventory count, and get it all ready to drop off the next day at the Big Ass Indie Art and Craft Show. Oh, the busy life of the crafter!

I'd love for you to check out my pal Kristin's post on her first craft show this weekend here. She had a good first experience and I think it's a great read for everyone out there contemplating their first time. She very sweetly told me that I was her inspiration but I think her ability to juggle her family and her art is the true inspiration.

5 comments:

Christy said...

Thanks for this post. Believe it or not, I'm having my first craft show Dec. 4th and I need all the pointers I can get. I'm very nervous.

selahestelle said...

It is so good of you to share all your craft show experience with others. Thank you.

Duni said...

Those look awesome! I especially love the pink one second row from the bottom on the left side. Very pretty :)
Good luck and much success at your show!!!

Kristin said...

Oh I can't wait to hear about your show! It sounds like you are extremely organized and meticulous, but I guess you have to be with that kind of volume you are bringing.. I wish you much success!

And thank you for the linky love, you are so sweet. :)

The lonely thinker said...

Great work..thanks for sharing.Good luck with the show!

 

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