a little more press and a show...

I hope you will forgive me if I indulge in a little more bragging...

If you are an avid reader of Romantic Homes, you may have already seen it, but if not...

I am so excited to share that my blog has been featured in the September issue!

This is such an honor for me {and thank you Allison for alerting me that the issue was out. Lately, I seem to be the last one to find out about my features!}.

For the past couple of weeks, I have been preparing for a local show that I was invited to participate in.

Joshua and my mother decided to join in with me to combine our efforts, creations and offerings...

If you recall my last experience with a show, I typically have not had great success with these ventures, and unfortunately, this one was no different. All three of us barely broke even with what we had invested, but we did enjoy spending the day together, meeting some nice people, and getting lots of compliments on our 'vintage inspired' booth.

I took several photos and thought you might enjoy seeing them even though the show was less than a success for us...{makes me all the more appreciate the great online market!}

My mother and I combined our items in the majority of the booth...

We had lots of vintage items, antiques, and vintage inspired home decor...

{I have started receiving requests for the Toy Land Nesting Canisters featured above. I still have about 4-5 sets left, so for those interested, they are $12 for the set of 3. Just send me an email with your location and I can give you a quote on shipping and send you the link where you can pay through Paypal. And if you see anything else in this post that you are interested in just let me know. Thank you!}

I also included my photography and some handmade pieces...

as well as Halloween creations...

 

My mother also had her charming handmade wreaths...

This adorable retro Christmas wreath was my favorite...

We had a vast selection of jewelry {which is where the sales eventually came for Joshua and me}...

Joshua's jewelry received so many compliments and the most interest.

Most of the visitors had never seen anything like it....

I think from now on I will think a bit longer and harder before committing to do a show - they are exhausting! I am sure they can be worth it, if you make a good profit, but I just haven't yet had very good luck with that. Perhaps it was the location, the economy or any number of factors, but I think I will stick with what I know and appreciate that all the more ;)

Till next time...

Comments

[Babi Sugarman]

Congratulations!!! YOur pics and work are amazing...looking forward to seeing your published work!

[Jerri Howenstine Milbank]

I haven't written before..but have been following your post through a link from "blondie n sc"...I LOVE the Pull Toy Canister set!! do you still have it and is it for sale??? thanks!

[Lolo]

I always enjoy all of your pictures and creations :) You need to bring your lovelies to a show over here - they would get gobbled up!!

I noticed the Romantic Homes feat too! Congrats sweetie!! You deserve all the exposure - you are amazingly talented :)
And Joshua too - you cant believe how many compliments I get on my relics necklace....Im itchin' for another one :D

BTW - are any of the items in your photos available for purchase? I especially love the Halloween items and your mothers wreaths - too cute!
Hugs
XOX

[Mamaayanna]

Oh Alice... you are such an inspiration in how you follow your passion and creativity!!
congrats on the Romantic homes article.

Cant wait to see your new romantic home, how is it going with that?

Thanks for your comment...
Oh and Mendon/pittsford is exactely where we looked aroun, all we saw was deer, no sunflower field:-( let me know if you do

[Julie Marie]

Hello Alice, and congratulations for being featured again in Romantic Homes... sorry your sale wasn't all you had hoped for... everything looks wonderful, and I would have spent a small fortune at your booth! Love to you, Josh and Renoir... xoxo Julie Marie

[mittens]

brag away girl, your stuff is gorgeous.
Congrats on all of your success and I dream of being in just one magazine someday. You are on a roll this summer!
The sale looks amazing, I am sure your stuff flies off the table.
Take care
Amy

[Leah C]

Sorry about the show...but congratulations on the magazine feature!! I'll be sure to pick up my copy soon:)

[Denise]

CONGRATS ! well deserved press......I love your style.!

[Sheila R]

Congrats on your spot in Romantic Homes. You are so talented and such a wonderful spirit. Hugs to you!

[Natasha Burns]

congrats on the spot in Romantic Homes, Alice! your work, your blog, and YOU are just beautiful!

I hear you re shows. (we call them markets here). I can't work out why your goodies would't have been snapped up in a heartbeat, that sucks.

This year I'm testing the waters at a few markets here, and I've signed up to four more markets until the end of the year. They are so expensive and time consuming, I don't think people realise how much outlay or time and preparation is involved. I am hoping that the Christmas lead-up markets will be busier and more successful!

These articles are fantastic; the information and facts you show us is interesting for everybody and is genuinely good written. It’s just fantastic!!

[My Petite Maison]

Congrats, Alice! Love the photos of the show too.

[Vicki]

Having done many many shows,best to wait until closer to the holidays....Oct-nov,not to close to Christmas everyone is in the mall.
Congrats on romantic home what took them so long!

[Becky Ransom]

Alice, Congratulations on all your articles this year! I just love to drop by and see whats new in your corner of the world.
I have done markets for 20 years and I think it is almost impossible to have a good show during summer months. (actually any time you can sweat!) Fall is best for any sale! Your things looked great!
I always like to have some movement in my booth to catch your eye, like some battery candles to flicker and I build my booth display as high as I can get it without falling! This creates a backdrop as you go. I think some of your handmade pinwheels would look fantastic!!
Hope this helps, Becky Ransom

[Stacie]

Alice,
I am interested in your rooster plaque and knowing if some of the dishes in front were enamel? I have also done many a show that was disappointing but having my hubby there made it better.
Congratulations on the many magazine features. You are truly inspiring.

[Relyn]

I didn't even finish your post once I spotted the yo yo doll. Please, oh please, tell me it is still available. I spotted once year ago and didn't buy it. I'd love to make up for that mistake.

[Nancy]

Congratulations on your Romantic Homes feature. I read it today and really like your blog. I even did a shout-out on mine! Great photography. You're very creative!

Nancy

[susan]

congrats on your recent press! i'm not suprised you are so talented!! hope you are enjoying the summer, thank you for checking in so happy to see your comment!! susan

[Natasha Burns]

Hi again Alice,
Just letting you know, I linked to this post on my current post about my time at the market I was at last weekend. I hope that is ok?
xo