Another Successful Year at Art in the Park

Gosh, I still feel like I'm recovering from Art in the Park.  It was a gorgeous weekend and the crowds came out in droves and were ready to shop. 

We filled our booth with tons of crafts including wreath, posts, blocks and lots of other great handmade items. 

We refilled the booth each morning with new stock and the end of each day it looked like a tornado went through it. 

Big thanks go out to my niece, Samantha who cam out to set up on Friday; to Diane's daughter who spent part of Friday and part of Saturday with us setting up and selling; and to my niece, Amanda who spent Sunday with us selling and tearing down.  Also big thanks to my hubby, Timm; my son Scott and his wife, Christy.  They all tore down Sunday evening and lugged stuff up the hill to the trailer...I owe you guys dinner. 

Samantha and I finished our Friday set up with lunch at the Southwest Diner.  We finished lunch with warm pie with ice cream.  MMMMMMMM

Thanks to all who shopped with us...we appreciate all of you. 

2014 Craft Fair Schedule

So far this is where I will be selling my wares.  

More will be added I'm sure.

Did you see the last one...yup...taking a leap of faith and having one here at my studio/workshop.

Accepted...Art in the Park

It's always a relief to get that email that says I've been accepted to a show.  My hubby says, "Like there was any doubt?!"  I've done this show for years...and years ago when my kids were babies too.  I stopped for a while, then I was accepted every other year (that was frustrating), then I stopped for a bit, and have been doing it consistently for the last 10-12 years.  

This year, look for me in spots 372-373.  It a different space from last year but it backs up to last year's space.  It faces north...always a goo thing.  It keeps the sun out of your space...keeping it cooler.  

I'll have lots of great Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Winter as well as home and everyday items for your shopping pleasure.  So come early, and head over towards the playground for the best crafts around!

North to Reno

For some reason I have that song, North to Alaska in my brain this morning.  My next craft show stop...North to Reno...lol.  We'll be at the McQueen Craft Faire in Reno this coming weekend.

This is one of the photos from last year's booth.  This year, I've added some super cute mesh wreaths.  I love making them.  It's a refreshing creative outlet that's different from what I normally do.  

These are boxed and ready for the trip.  

Here is a link to a video for this year's event. 

I still have porch posts and some new bigger pieces as well.  I love this piece!  The spider's eyes light up and has a chalk board for the days countdown.  I saw a photo of this on Pinterest and had to make my own version.  I need one for Christmas too I think.  

While I don't have as much product as I'd like to be taking, there is still lots of great items.  I was blessed to have a fantastic show at Art in the Park with record sales for me.  

 

Timm is making the journey with me again this year.  It's good for him, he gets to spend some quality time with his brother John.  He's taking up 8 racks of ribs and tips he smoked up for him over the weekend.  

This is my last show for the year.  Knee surgery will happen right after we get home and keep me down for a while.  However, I plan to paint windows in November and planning for next year already. 

Art in the Park Almost Here

It's almost here!  This is one of the best craft shows in the western United States I'm telling ya.  It's always been a favorite of mine whether I've had a booth space or just shopping.  

The first full weekend of October is a great time of year and this year will be no exception.  We're expecting some great, cooler fall weather in the upper 70's...perfect to get everyone into the fall spirit.

This year we are not in a normal space...but don't fear...we are just across the aisle in spaces 385-386 still bringing you some fantastic crafts for Halloween, Harvest, Christmas and everyday.  

This year we are offering free personalization of most any item we offer including ornaments, gifts, yard decor and more.  Oh, and don't forget we take credit and debit cards as well for your convenience.  Are you excited yet?!  I know we are...and we can't wait to see you October 5 & 6 at the parks in down town Boulder City.  

And just in case you can't wait...here is a few sneak peeks to get you motivated to come see us. 

Almost Art in the Park

Fall really seems like it's here when Art in the Park rolls around. It's starting to cool down...finally.  Eveyone is excited and happy to be there.  It's my biggest show of the year.  Thankfully, I have my same location as in years past.  It's a great space for us since we are asked to hold larger items until our customers have finished their rounds.  Having no one behind us (and extra space) is a real blessing.  We set up tomorrow, it's a long day for me.  I'm planning on taking photos of the booth at mulitple stages so you can see the progress.

Look for us in spaces 393-394 near the playground in Bicentennial Park.  Stop in, shop and say 'Hello'.  We look forward to seeing all of you.

 

New Postcard

Well, here it is...a postcard with my big shows, photos, and logo and other details just for you.  

Already thinking about fall shows

Okay, is it crazy that I am already planning my fall craft show schedule?  Yes, that is what I'm doing already.  I'll be showing and selling my wares at Harvest Festival, Steve Powers Craft Festival, McQueen Craft Faire, and Art in the Park (jury committee willing).  There are always a few home shows in the mix, and then I want to add a couple of Arizona and California events if there is time and product. 

There is a huge stack of wood that needs to be cut into wonderful pieces to paint into treasures.  I said I would be more prepared than last year.  I plan to cut while the weather is cooler so I don't have sawdust sticking to my sweat covered body in July and August...honestly, there is nothing sexy about it.  lol  My bandsaw needs a new part and is just a bench top model, so I'll be loading up the trailblazer with wood and the dog and heading to my dad's to use his full size tools.  It's so much easier and faster to get things cut...just not an easy, quick event.  I like to get lots done while I am there so it seems like I'm there all day when I do that.  But, I come home with a week's worth of painting to get done so I guess it's all good.  I'm looking at doing lots of larger pieces this year so I'm excited to get started.

Art in the Park 2011

I just realized I never shared pictures with you from Art in the Park.  It was a good show for us again.  We love the spot we have, and have been fortunate to have the same spot for the last 5 years.   This year we rented tents instead of setting up our own...good move.  We sold out of everything tall/large or on a post.   Enjoy the pictures and please continue to shop with us, we really appreciate it.

Show and Tell Friday

Join us this weekend in Boulder City for Art in the Park.  It looks like it's going to be great weather and the parks will be full of fabulous artists and crafters for your shopping pleasure.

We'll be in the same space as the last 4 years (393-394) in Bicentenial Park...you know...the park with the playground and the gazebo.  It will be the row to shop...Kathy Hafen from Heartfelt Treasures, Rachel Whiting with For All Seasons, and us (Crystal, Diane and Autumn) Twiddlebugz are all on the same row.  Good times will be had for sure.

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We hope to see you there!

A Successful Art in the Park

This year was a great year for us at Art in the Park.  Our booth was full of shoppers from early morning till we closed up each night.  There were happy shoppers everywhere you looked.  At times you couldn't even move I think.  It's what crafters dream of for their shows. 

This is part of our Christmas display.  It took up a third of our space.  Large items sold very well.  Lighted posts, ice skates, countdown blocks and painted screens were the best sellers.

Fall was an area stuffed full of lighted posts, pumpkins and more.   Sold all but one fall door.  It's funny how things sell in streaks.  Several people would purchase the same items right behind each other. 

We had a section for baby/children.  Autumn's bows always do very well.  As it got chilly on Sunday blankets sold well when people bought them to cover up babies in strollers.

We set up an everyday area out in front of the booth.  Even with a double space we were packed to the brim.  We were so please with the outcome of the event.  Despite the rain on Friday during set up, we got it all done.  Saturday was pretty humid (especially for us dry, desert people).  Sunday cooled off quite a bit, it rained some more, and shoppers were still smiling and enjoying themselves.  I love our space, it's protected from the wind, has shade, and space behind the booth.  I've already put in for the same space for next year.   Thanks to everyone who shopped with us, gave us words of encouragement, and more.  We appreaciate each and everyone of you!

Art in the Park is this weekend!

That's right! One of the biggest and best outdoor shows in the west is in our own backyard. Art in the Park will be held this coming weekend, October 2-3 at the parks in Boulder City.   This is part of my booth from last year...but I assure you I've got lots of great stuff this year as well. 

For a close parking space plan to be there early...like by 8am...but don't let parking bother you. You can ride the CAT busses that will be running every 5-10 minutes and make your day much easier and less stressful. They drop you off right at the parks and pick you up when you're finished. All fees for the busses go to a local charity for the weekend.   Look for the Southwest Diner on the way in...I painted the signs on the marqi and the side of the building.  They have delicious homestyle food by the way, I highly reccomend them.

Stop in to see me!  My space is in Bicentennial Park near the playground.  Tell me you saw this post on my blog and get a free treat! 



Show and Tell Friday

Another Friday rolls around again...I'm telling you I think there are some days missing in between them.  Well, at least it seems that way right now.  I've been to several doctor's appts recently, how I just love the annual boob squishing (I know its necessary though).  An endocrinology appointment showed improvement. Tuesday, I had a spot on my face frozen, it should be looking "lovely" just in time for my first craft show of the season.  Seriously, as nice as the doctor was I don't think he could have been any younger and still be a specialist.  Guess that means I am realizing my own age. Anywho, right now I don't think I could cover that thing with wall spackling to hide it.  P.S.  I stayed home all day.
I pulled my craft trailer up to the patio and gutted it this week.  I've needed to clean, sort, discard and donate to make room for new product I've got this year.  It's still not a completed project, but its close.  Thank goodness I don't live in Seattle or somewhere else it rains all the time...although I would truly enjoy the greener scenery.

I have completed lots of tagging of items, a couple of doors, some more screen paintings, and a few more things.  I really like this pumpkin one.  I still need to sand the edges of the frame. 

Detail isn't very good, I took it with my phone...but you get the jest of it anyway. 

Final prepartations for Art in the Park are being completed.  I enjoyed lunch with Diane yesterday, we went over lots of details, booth layout and more.  I am feeling pretty good about it this year.  If you're in the southern Nevada area (or anywhere close by) I encourage you to make the trek to Boulder City next weekend.  It's one of the best outdoor shows in the west.  I hope to see you there.

My Fall Craft Show Schedule

Here it is everyone...finally.  I put much effort and time in creating a show schedule and flyer.  This year I am actually printing photos of this to mail and hand out to customers.  I just love the photo.  It's by my dear friend, Ruth Denton.  I swear, she really should pursue photography as a career.  I was going to use it last year and just never got around to using it, so this year I want to thank her for the use of this photo.

If I add any show dates they will be posted here on my blog and on Facebook. 

Please come shop with me if you have a chance.  Some cool, creative holiday and everyday pieces will be waiting just for you. 

Art in the Park here I come

WooHoo...I received my acceptance letter for Art in the Park yesterday!  That is always a relief.  It's the biggest show I do all year.  No space assignments yet...but look for me the first weekend of October in Boulder City.  It's always a fantastic show!

Art in the Park

It was a breezy (okay windy at times...okay, most of the time) at Art in the Park this year.  Fortunately I was placed where I had asked to be and was next to the building, which blocked much of the wind for us.  We suffered no damage.  At least it wasn't a hundred degrees like it was last week.  With all that's happened in the last year, I shared my booth with a couple of friends...nothing worse than an half empty booth.  It made the days fly by and was good to be able to share and visit with them over the weekend. 

I see customers and friends here that seems I only get to see here.  Sad, I know...life is so busy for us all.  Thank you to all of you for shopping, saying hi, visiting and more.  I appreciate all of you.  And thank you to all my new customers and friends too, I look forward to working with you.  I have to say, it was really cool when one customer said she had been purchasing cookie jar lids from me when I was at the Quilted Bear, and that she has continued to shop with me every year at shows.  Talk about a loyal customer...that's awesome!!!!!  That was a long time ago. 

Despite the economy, I was pleased with sales and people were out shopping and happy.  Retail therapy is a good thing.  I look forward to a good craft show season.  Some wind has been put back in my sails...no pun intended.  So I guess I'd better get back to work.

Come on out...

to Art in the Park this weekend in Boulder City, NV.  It's one of the biggest and best craft shows in the West.  I'm honored to be part of it again this year.  Look for me in booth #393, near the playground. I've got some wonderful stuff for you and your home.  Yes, I accept credit and debit cards, too.

The weather is looking like it will be good for shopping, cooler weather is inspiring for everyone...shopper and vendor alike.  Wear your walking shoes, the show covers 3 parks in Old Town.  Oh, and stop by Goathfeathers while you're there.  It's right behind the Boulder Dam Hotel. 

PS...This picture is from last year.