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Shellie
  • Schenectady, NY
  • United States
  • polymer clay
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Abstracta display

Started this discussion. Last reply by Charlene Clark Dec 17, 2010. 7 Replies

I have the opportunity to buy a used abstracta display. Does anyone have one, know of one, or have used one? It seems like something that I would be able to handle alone, but that can always be very…Continue

Booth Design

Started this discussion. Last reply by Wanaree Tanner Jul 6, 2010. 8 Replies

I have been involved in shows for about 5 years. I am trying to make the "leap" from high school craft fairs, to the more elaborate art shows. Since I am a jewelry designer, I am competing with some…Continue

Tags: jewelry, table, booth

Adjustable frame

Started this discussion. Last reply by Larry Berman Mar 31, 2010. 2 Replies

Hi, I am new to this site, but love, love, love it!! I did a show last weekend and the choices for booth size were 8 X 8 or 10 X 10. Being a newbie, and lacking lots of $$, I opted for the 8 X 8.…Continue

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Charlene Clark replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"Shellie I think the compactness of the display will fit nicely in your SUV. Since you have jewelry, your set up will probably be more straightforward than mine.  I sold the  set up after I stopped making the papier-mâché. My…"
Dec 17, 2010
Shellie replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"Thanks Charlene, I am displaying jewelry and will have to do the set up/take down by myself. Also, transport in a small SUV. So, I am trying to make a decision based on all of the variables. What did you switch to after the abstracta? Thanks for…"
Dec 16, 2010
Shellie replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"Thank you Larry for posting these pictures. It helps to see the finished product!"
Dec 16, 2010
Larry Berman replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"I've seen a few artists use a display from http://crowndisplays.com/ It seems to be designed to be transportable. It's the top booth image on this page: http://bermangraphics.com/4.htm Larry Berman Digital Jury…"
Dec 15, 2010
Shellie replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"Thanks for the reply. What do you use as a display now? I am a jewelry artist and this would be a next step up for me. Should I just skip this step and go right to something else? I am using the table/drape set up now and want to make the next leap!"
Dec 15, 2010
Charlene Clark replied to Shellie's discussion Abstracta display
"Hi Shellie How many pieces  in your set up? Are you displaying jewelry or something else. I had a very complicated set up with abstracta when I had a line of papier-mâché years ago. One of the top reasons I liked it was for its…"
Dec 15, 2010
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Abstracta display

I have the opportunity to buy a used abstracta display. Does anyone have one, know of one, or have used one? It seems like something that I would be able to handle alone, but that can always be very deceiving. Any input would be great, thanks, ShellieSee More
Dec 15, 2010
Debbie Moyer and Shellie are now friends
Dec 6, 2010
Shellie replied to Linda R. Wurtzel's discussion Display Suppliers in the group Jewelry Genies
"I think that it is www.nilecorp.com?"
Oct 5, 2010
Shellie replied to Linda R. Wurtzel's discussion Display Suppliers in the group Jewelry Genies
"I have utilized both of them. both have great service, as a matter of fact, with both vendors if they are out of a certain product that you have ordered, they call you to see if it is OK to substitute. Particularly if there is a price difference.…"
Aug 29, 2010
Shellie replied to Megan Martin's discussion Corner booth layout - HELP! in the group Jewelry Genies
"Megan, I actually did a show this past weekend and had to develop a new layout on a corner as well! So, here is my 2 cents after spending 2 days behind the tables!! I went with the pix on the right, however, once I had it set up and put myself and…"
Jul 13, 2010
Shellie joined Connie Mettler's group
Jul 13, 2010
Wanaree Tanner replied to Shellie's discussion Booth Design
"I'm a cheapy, I love to save money wherever I can! Snap Poster is an online printing service that primarily prints... well... posters. They'll arrive in a tube and you can put 'em light acylic frames so they'll hang. I made the…"
Jul 6, 2010
Shellie replied to Shellie's discussion Booth Design
"All of this information is greatly appreciated. I guess I have some decisions to make regarding my booth development and some things to try. I have a local Sam's and the art coop that I belong to has a business membership, so I am going to try…"
Jul 1, 2010
Larry Berman replied to Shellie's discussion Booth Design
"That was my post also. I have an article on using $9 20x30 prints from Sam's or Costco for your booth. http://bermangraphics.com/artshows/booth-banners.htm Larry Berman Digital Jury Services http://BermanGraphics.com 412-401-8100"
Jul 1, 2010
Amy Schulz replied to Shellie's discussion Booth Design
"There was another post in this forum about cheaper photography enlargement at CostCo. That would probably help with the cost of the large photo for your background. I have a very mixed media display, but for the jewelry that I engrave, I make sure…"
Jul 1, 2010

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At 12:11pm on March 31, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
Hi Shellie,
When you get a moment, could you please add a last name to your profile?

Thanks,
Connie
At 12:10pm on March 31, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Shellie. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you.

When you have a chance, please add a photo to your profile and stop by the Discussions area to introduce yourself. We all look forward to your participation here. Also visit the "member map" and add your location. We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike. Let's make this a dynamic site!

Best wishes,
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