NI Craft Fairs 2010

Rach39

stephen007 wrote: »

Hi
Looking for some advice, I normally carboot and have never been at a craft fair but I was given an application form by someone representing a local craft fair, who saw my table at a carboot. I sell jewelley, mainly watches and silver bracelets, necklaces and earrings, but I do make some glass beaded bracelets aswell and sell these. Is there an unwritten rule about selling new items, don't want to get the evil eye from the people who make their own stock (wish I was that talented). Also any crafts fairs with tables left for 6th Nov. Thanks

There is an age old debate on brought in stock -v- hand made and the verdict normally comes out as room for everyone at the rignt event! You may find some fairs request hand made only and you should always make it clear when booking in that you stock is imported rather than made by you, just to be fair to the other crafters. One of the main issues is price - it may take us jewellers upwards of 3 hours to make an item, plus cost of the materials, only to find we need to sell it for £10 in order to sell it at all because imported goods are so competitive price wise. So long as you're up front no one should have a problem with your stock not being hand made. Good luck!

smokiewater

glassact wrote: »

:TBanbridge was really good today...really enjoyed chatting to lots of different crafters. some wonderful stands...had a quick peek round..could have spent a fortune but didnt have time.would def do that one again!

Glad you enjoyed Banbridge, it is usually a good one for me, the numbers through the door were definitely well down this year though, but still went home v happy with my sales - have you ever seen more jewellery stands in one place though!!!!!

Had a long, deep and interesting conversation with the effervescent Kenny Redmond yesterday, about the joys of running a food business, making money, losing money, making money again etc, etc - the guy is amazing 10 kids, and still all his own hair!!!!:A

smokiewater

stephen007 wrote: »

Hi
Looking for some advice, I normally carboot and have never been at a craft fair but I was given an application form by someone representing a local craft fair, who saw my table at a carboot. I sell jewelley, mainly watches and silver bracelets, necklaces and earrings, but I do make some glass beaded bracelets aswell and sell these. Is there an unwritten rule about selling new items, don't want to get the evil eye from the people who make their own stock (wish I was that talented). Also any crafts fairs with tables left for 6th Nov. Thanks

Hello Stephen
Agree with everything Rachel has said, you need to make it clear when you book, also most craft fairs cost considerably more for a table than a stall at a car boot (and you might get less customers) so you might need to reflect this in your price.
I know a couple who sell plaques at both the booties and craft fairs, and they often sell a lot more at the boot sales - you just have to keep trying and see what works for you!

paris_jade

It is on Saturday 27th November at..
The Holy Cross Church
Hornchurch
Park lane
Essex
rm11 1px

The doors open to the public at 11:00 and close at 5:00
stall holders are to arrive at 10:00 to set up there stall

Stall holder charges are:
£ 20.00 for a 6ft table

I still have tables available, if you would like a table please let me no asap..
burberrybabe01@hotmail.co.uk

THIS EVENT WILL BE ADVERTISED IN THE ROMFORD AND ILFORD RECORDER AS WELL AS VARIOUS LOCAL PAPER, LOCAL SCHOOLS, WORD OF MOUTH AND ON THE INTERNET..

harleygirl_2

paris_jade wrote: »

It is on Saturday 27th November at..
The Holy Cross Church
Hornchurch
Park lane
Essex
rm11 1px

The doors open to the public at 11:00 and close at 5:00
stall holders are to arrive at 10:00 to set up there stall

Stall holder charges are:
£ 20.00 for a 6ft table

I still have tables available, if you would like a table please let me no asap..
burberrybabe01@hotmail.co.uk

THIS EVENT WILL BE ADVERTISED IN THE ROMFORD AND ILFORD RECORDER AS WELL AS VARIOUS LOCAL PAPER, LOCAL SCHOOLS, WORD OF MOUTH AND ON THE INTERNET..

Think your on the wrong page, this is Northern Ireland:rotfl:

muckypupz123

It may be posted on the wrong page, but my the price is brilliant!!

If only we were a little closer!!:rotfl:

smokiewater

£20 for the table, £300 for the ferry!!!!!

Pity it wasn't time for one of our girls trips to England or I might have gone, too busy at this time of year for our little get aways though!

paris_jade

oh sorry.. im new to this site

JenniMac_3

evening all! How was everyone's weekend? Just finalising numbers for larne craft fair on 6th nov. If anyone would like a table, let me know asap. working on the Stormont details at the mo. hope everyone is well! x

stephen007

dragonfly50 wrote: »

Model primary school Newtownards Wednesday 8 December Christmas fair - some tables left

Could someone add this for me

Thanks

Hi
What time is this on from, how much for a table and how do i book a table. Many Thanks Stephen