"I did this show 2 years ago and was very disappointed. There is no many buy/sell people there and it seemed the crowd was more interested in the inexpensive things. I had a good spot too just a few doors down from the cheesecake on a…"
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Cheryl Lamon
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Hello to Everyone-
Started this discussion. Last reply by Cheryl Lamon Sep 8, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I am new here and thank you for your welcome. I live in Lanesboro, MN and do fiber art. I enjoy making landscape quilts and art quilts but I also do practical things like aprons, table runners,…Continue
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Cheryl Lamon replied to Kerri Norman's discussion Warren's Cranberry Festival in the group Wisconsin/Minnesota Artists
Cheryl Lamon replied to Chris Brady's discussion Display ideas in the group Fiber Fanatics
" I have found gridwall to be the best for me also, but you are right about them being heavy. I also have shelf accessories that attach to them for some of my product. A great way to display your product. I would…"
Cheryl Lamon replied to deb upright's discussion Top 10 Craft shows
" I am interested in finding out which craft shows (everything made by the seller) are the best ones to attend in the mid-west. I have not done many craft shows but wanting some input if you would like to…"
Cheryl Lamon replied to Cheryl Lamon's discussion Hello to Everyone-
"Thank you Jacki for your response. Fiber art is very hard to get into art shows. I am working more on doing some art quilts, art wallhangings and I design my own handbags. As I am retired now, I can go most…"
Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Cheryl Lamon's discussion Hello to Everyone-
"Hello Cheryl and welcome to our group. I think you will find everyone here very friendly and helpful. Boy, I do wish I had time to sew. I used to be a Home Ec teacher years ago and I really miss sewing. Your quilting…"
Cheryl Lamon posted a discussion
Hello to Everyone-
I am new here and thank you for your welcome. I live in Lanesboro, MN and do fiber art. I enjoy making landscape quilts and art quilts but I also do practical things like aprons, table runners, napkins and placemats. I have been in retail for 30 years. I am looking forward to retiring this fall so I can spend more time with my grandchildren (9) and sewing machine. I plan on doing a few art fairs each year so would like everyones input on which ones work best for you. My website is…See More
Connie Mettler left a comment for Cheryl Lamon
"Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Cheryl. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
When you have a chance, please add a photo of yourself and stop by the "Discussions" area to…"
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- Your Medium
- fiber
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- 5
- What is your website?
- http://www.cherylsfabricgarden.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Meeting new people and seeing creations of other artists.
- Best show ever and why
- Art in the Park Lanesboro, MN - Juried show. Resellers not allowed.
- Worst show ever and why
- Cranfest-Warrens WI
To many resellers. Reminded me of state fair setting.
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- web search
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- At 11:37pm on August 29, 2011,
Connie Mettler said… Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Cheryl. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
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