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Lila
- Female
- Wauconda, IL
- United States
- Jewelry - wire & metal clay
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Lila and Linda A Shields are now friends
Lila replied to Linda R. Wurtzel's discussion 'O2 Absorbers for Sterling Silver' in the group Jewelry Genies
In doing a little research there seems to be two types, those that absorb oxygen (using iron oxide) and those that absorb moisture (silica). There is a website:…
Lila replied to Linda R. Wurtzel's discussion 'O2 Absorbers for Sterling Silver' in the group Jewelry Genies
Hi Linda,
I too have heard that the little packs found in vitamin bottles help prevent tarnish. I have started to collect them from my vitamin bottles, but have not yet used any for jewelry. I would also be interested in knowing if they work and how…
Lila replied to Paula Galle's discussion 'Display tables' in the group Jewelry Genies
I have 2 6' tables and one 4' table. All of them fold in half and are easy to carry and store. I think they are the same brand as yours, Lifetime. The 6' tables I purchased online years ago before they were available in stores. I…
Lila received a gift from Connie Mettler
Lila replied to Connie Mettler's discussion 'Please wish Happy Birthday to AFI and Connie!'
Thank you, Connie, for setting up such a fantastic resource. The information from this site is gold for serious art fairers (is that even a word?) I really appreciate the work you have put into the site. I hope you get enough pledges to keep you…
Lila replied to Amy Palmer's discussion 'tool for wireworking - what is it called, where do I find it...' in the group Jewelry Genies
Why would you use a fish hook sharpener? Wouldn't that SHARPEN the wire? I just did a quick search and the description is that they sharpen hooks. No, I could see using one for making pin backs. That would be a good idea.
Lila replied to Amy Palmer's discussion 'tool for wireworking - what is it called, where do I find it...' in the group Jewelry Genies
Hi Amy,
The tool you are looking for is a "Cup Bur". I have one, but rarely use it. I find that diamond files do a better job. However, if you are like me, and need to have every tool in the known universe for wirework, then here are two…
Lila replied to jodie gillotte's discussion 'Tents' in the group Jewelry Genies
Hi Jodie,
Some shows require a white tent, so you may as well get a white one. I bought my tent 3 years ago from Sam's Club for $200. It is an EZup that comes with an carrying case and sides. It is waterproof. This is definitely a cheaper…
Lila gave a gift to Connie Mettler
Lila received a gift from Connie Mettler
Lila and Cornelia Haymes are now friends
Lila commented on Connie Mettler's blog post 'Please talk amongst yourselves'
Connie,
Is there any way to know how many members have signed off due to being offended? The number may be rather small and, as someone else here has mentioned, some of us enjoy robust debate. It can open the mind to new ways of thinking. You may…
Lila replied to Angel White's discussion 'Planning my booth - help!' in the group Jewelry Genies
Toni,
Prices are hidden, not because the price is unfair, but to get the customer to ask about the piece and it's price. It creates an opportunity to have the customer handle the piece and therefore they are more likely to buy it. Since most of…
Lila commented on Connie Mettler's group 'Jewelry Genies'
I always put the piece in a cotton filled box (of appropriate size), put it in a small bag with my business card and the receipt.
Lila replied to Amy Palmer's discussion 'custom orders' in the group Jewelry Genies
Hi Amy,
If the beads are not something that you would normally buy, I would definitely charge for the whole strand. Even if it is just for a pair of earrings. I would also ask if she wants a necklace or bracelet to go with the earrings, if there is…
Profile Information
- Your Medium
- Jewelry - wire & metal clay
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- Jewelry - 5 Painting - 7
- First show ever
- Long Grove Art Show, July 1993
- What is your website?
- http://nightswork.etsy.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Meeting customers and getting reactions to my work
- Best show ever and why
- Arlington Heights, IL - A Walk in the Park 2008. Sales were virtually non stop. I had people waiting in line to buy jewelry. Amazing!
- Worst show ever and why
- There have been a few. Hard to remember off hand.
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- other
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Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 11:51am on June 03, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Lila a gift…
- At 11:31am on April 10, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Lila a gift…
Thank you, Lila, for your thoughtful comment on my recent blog post. I am so pleased you are a member of this community and appreciate your participation.
- At 9:27am on February 08, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Lila a gift…
- Happy birthday, Lila. I hope this is just the first day of a year filled with love, creativity and joy. Thank you for all your contributions to this site.
- At 8:48pm on February 2, 2010,
skip stang said… - Nice work
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