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Melanie Rolfes replied to johnnie dobson's discussion cargo art show van wishing to become an art van that does shows
Chris Pawlik replied to Gina Boyle's discussion Tent Walls Too Tight....CANNOT get them zipped, ever!"The first thing I would do, contact the manufacture and see if they can help you. Doesn't hurt to ask...you never know they may have a fix for you. Before you go spending any more money!"
Jack Dempsey replied to diviner's discussion Flourish Canopy + 8ft extension + mesh kit Chicago Area"interested and sent you a friend request"
Gina Boyle replied to Gina Boyle's discussion Tent Walls Too Tight....CANNOT get them zipped, ever!"Thanks for the helpful info!"
Connie Mettler posted a blog postMay 18-20 - "I don't have anything to sell, everything is just soaking wet"
For most it was a weekend for a decent paycheck with no scary things going on -- whoops, I forgot to mention this report in from my friend fiber artist, Sandy Moran who was at the Tulsa Mayfest:Most of the stock was salvageable, though the tent was twisted and upside down across the street, pretty much destroyed on its maiden…See More
diviner replied to diviner's discussion Flourish Canopy + 8ft extension + mesh kit Chicago Area"$650"
diviner replied to diviner's discussion Flourish Canopy + 8ft extension + mesh kit Chicago Area"No awnings, sorry."
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For all those participating in the St. James art festival I've arranged a discounted hotal rate of $59 ($30 off normal rate) at the Sleep Inn on Preston Hwy. The hotel has recently been renovated all rooms have fridge& micro, breakfast, free parking, it's safe, clean and only 3 miles from show site. If interested call the hotel directly at 1-502-368-9597 and ask for the artist rate. Last year the hotel sold out very quickly so if you're interested make you reservations now.See More
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