About

Location

Toronto, Ontario


Your Medium

fabric - I create adorable handmade helmet covers


Years in the Art Fair Business

9+ years


First show ever

Toronto One of a Kind


What is your website?

https://www.tail-wags.com


What are the best things about art fairs

The supportive community of artisans!


Best show ever and why

One of a Kind: they have done a remarkable job of bringing in customers who truly love unique handmade creations.


Worst show ever and why

I was at a "handmade" artisan show once and across the aisle from me was: * Toronto Star Newspaper subscriptions * bathtub re-fitter * chiropractor giving free 5 minute adjustments. In other words, when they couldn't get enough artisans, they accepted ANYONE just to sell off the remaining booths. I was furious!


Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.

Another Artisan from Canada who said you are an excellent resource for artisans.


What is one fun fact about yourself?

Unfortunately I start to snort when I'm laughing particularly hard. Some people think it's endearing!


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  • Connie Mettler July 15, 2015 at 10:28am

    OMG, those helmet covers are amazing!

  • Connie Mettler July 15, 2015 at 10:27am

    I'd love more info about Canadian shows, Karyn, and could use your help. I have a page for Canada on ArtFairCalendar.com, this link, and could use a critique and other info. When you have some time will you please look at it?

  • Connie Mettler July 13, 2015 at 11:09pm
    Welcome to Art Fair Insiders, Karyn.  We’re so glad you joined us.  I hope you’ll find the site helpful and that you’ll share your ideas and experiences, ask questions and join the discussions. The site is only as good as the members make it.  We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike.

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  • Christina L. Towell July 12, 2015 at 4:33pm

    Well, good luck...you'll have to let us know how it goes and whether or not they give you a hard time at the border.  I haven't gotten my feet wet yet, still testing the waters.  I'm trying to decide if I want to do shows or just sell in gift shops and galleries.  I'm in the process of working with a coach/artist rep who I hope will steer me in the right direction.  I've heard the O.O.A.K. show is pretty amazing, hope you do well.

  • Christina L. Towell July 11, 2015 at 9:58am

    Hi Karyn,

    Well, I live in the Detroit area which is only about 4 hours away for you and there's a big, wonderful craft show every year at the Masonic Temple in downtown that you should consider.  It's called Detroit Urban Craft Fair and although I didn't exhibit last year, I did go and it was fabulous and wall to wall shoppers.  Check out their website and let me know if you decide to do it.  I think you'd do well there.

  • Christina L. Towell July 10, 2015 at 9:17am

    Hi Karyn,

    Adorable!  I'll have to get one for my two-year old grandson when he starts riding a bicycle and wearing a helmet...so cute.  Thanks for joining us here and continued success.

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