Tomorrow is my first art show since 2005. It's currenty 12:30 a.m., and I got done pricing my items over an hour ago. Anyone who is close to me and has been through art fairs with me knows this is a HUGE feat. I usually get to bed no earlier than 3 a.m. the evening before shows.
For those who have not been through the art fair thing with me, I should mention that I make each tag by hand. Sometimes I'm lucky enough to have a friend or family member- with a really kind heart- who offers to help me out. First, I print out sheets of tags and cut them into lovely little 1/2 inch by 3/4 inch rectangles. 100 lovely little rectangles, to be exact. Next, I take my hole punch and punch away. Next step involves cutting 100 pieces of 4-inch ribbon, then winding that ribbon through each tag. I recently got a small hole punch, so while it looks better, it probably took me twice as long to execute this step today! Finally, I tie a knot at the end of the ribbon. Then comes the printing, cutting and attaching of each price tag. I'm certain I could figure out a double-sided tag that would help expedite the process, but some part of me- a twisted part of me- enjoys all the little steps. I'm not sure if it's the sense of accomplishment, the fact that each tiny tag is made with sweet, sweet love and I hope it shows, or that I'm just insane. After 6 years of this stuff, I'm learning that it's much more fun when done prior to midnight.
I decided tonight to get a hotel room tomorrow night in Fort Collins. I have to be there mid-morning for setup, so I have all afternoon to hang out. I'm afraid after a long day today and tomorrow, me driving my aging Escort back to Denver at 10 p.m. might be dangerous for a variety of reasons. So I'm opting to stay in Old Town and I'll wake up Saturday morning and grab a coffee at my old favorite place. I might even hit the flea markets and thrift stores on the edge of town. Denver has just about everything a girl could dream of, but I've not had any luck finding good thrift stores. There is a nearby Salvation Army that's just stinky, then there are antique shops where I find neat things, but then realize they're asking $50. I'm bringing a book, some new magazines I haven't had time to read, and am hoping to have time after the show to relax. It's been a crazy week- one with very little sleep and lots of last-minute fun, so I'm looking forward to winding down a bit after my show tomorrow night!
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After all the hard work that sounds like a fun night. YOu probably will be asleep before you read one page but just relaxing is so nice. I will wish you only good luck. Say hi to old towne for me!!
Good luck with your show! It sounds like you will have a lovely day in Old Town. Hopefully everyone who buys your pieces realizes how much energy and love you put into each one...and its price tag!
Yay, Nicki! I hope that you take pictures of your lovely charms for us to see, and I hope each one goes to a good home. Good luck!
Wow! Looks like months of prep. have helped immensly...I have been expecting a phone call or email requesting the help I offered. Good for you and your non-procrastination approach. Good luck this weekend. I sent out emails to everyone in the Fort to tell them to stop by (even my guy friends!). Remember to treat yourself to Suehiro...you deserve it!
All of your good luck coaches are there for you. We do want to see some of your new creations. Hope you had a great evening and I hope you enjoyed your nice room....I also hope you had fun in Ft. Collins.....
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