Vending at quilt show is always a learning experience. Each guild (or group of quilters) varies in it's taste from each items sell better to which sample quilt gets all the attention… I know there are a lot of variables that play into that, especially placement or location. This time it was a little different. I forgot a number of my samples. With a different combination of samples hanging, it's probably not an accurate to compare to other shows. Just the same, the sample that got all the attention, was a still life scene done in a class with Esterita Austin. The sample hung at the end of my stand, which was back in a corner, above the basket with patterns and Esterita's video. At least, it's placement drew people into the booth. I also hand a group of four women who really liked the asymmetrical long sleeve shirts. They took a group of them to the restroom to try on. Ladies in the restroom noticed the shirts, and came back to see me. Thanks for the advertising! It was a nice show and group of people!
Helpful Hints:I love using leader/ enders when I am chain piecing. It was an idea from Bonnie Hunter. Instead of using a scrap piece of material in between chains, use two small blocks. You can work on two project projects at once! I keep a pile of 2" scrap squares next to my machine for this reason...Happy piecing!
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Dharma Trading West MI Quilt Guild National Quilting Association American Quilter's Society Surface Design Association International Machine Quilter's Association, Inc Modern Quilt Guild Some of TEACHERS I HAVE LEARNED FROM: |