A disappointing day...

You know how things seem to be going so well then 'blam' it all blows up in your face?
Well that might be a little dramatic but it was how I felt yesterday at the craft fair.

It turned out to be a poorly advertised venue, with most store holders than customers. Out of 32 stalls only 4 sold an item. I didn't sell a thing, nor did most of the other people there despite them all having some beautiful stuff.

I suppose I should just chalk that one up to experience. I wouldn't mind so much but it was my first one and has left me rather jaded for the future.

Fortunately I have found a reputable company who organises fairs and I will be going to one of them sometime next year.

Meanwhile here is a panoramic picture of people setting up....

Busy Busy Busy

As the title says, Busy!
40+ cards made, 40+ bookmarks also finished. Numerous other bits and pieces...
The fair better be worth it!

Here are the bookmarks...

....and some of the elements for the cards before I added them...

See you soon!

It has been a while...

Hi all!

Its been a while since my last post.
State of play so far...

Bowl is more or less finished. I used a high gloss, oil based varnish though and now have to wait for the smell to dissipate!
I've got a craft fair coming up in 2 weeks time with my daughter. I have been extremely busy getting lots of nice things made for it and sorting out the indemnity insurance that they always advise you to have if you are selling products to the public. Found a great deal through the market traders association which covers both of us for just £57 a year (as we don't sell toys, cosmetics or food, which is a lot more).
As Christmas is rapidly approaching I have also been stepping up the card making.

Pictures to follow! (Hopefully)

I'll blog some from the fair as well....