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Craft show recap

here is a picture of my booth

On Saturday I had the spring edition of the Queen City Craft Bazaar. It was my first time talking on the show myself. I had people working with me of course but it was my first solo show without my dear from Sara who started them. Since her move I created a craft organization in Burlington called Queen City Craft. Producing the show is one of the things I do. All in all the show was a big success I think. Spring shows are tough. Summer and the holidays are the biggest selling seasons for crafting. The hits of the economy can be seen at craft shows as well. People were buying but just not as much, and smaller ticket items. I had a great time and I think most of the people involved did as well. If you are interested in seeing pictures from the show click here.

I was thrilled beyond belief to find in my inbox on Monday these two reviews of the show. Not only did they review the show but each one also featured some of my products as well as other crafters from the event.

Not only am I happy for the great reviews, but also because I have found two new indie craft blogs to love.

Here are the two reviews:

Paper + Stitch

Cloth, Paper, Stitches

The very first Crafter Spotlight has been posted at Queen City Craft. Check it out!

Queen City Craft

A few months ago Erinn and I decided to close down the Burlington Craft Mafia. It was a tough decision for us but for various reasons it just didn't feel right any more. We are very proud of what the group accomplished in the 2 1/2 years we existed. Erinn and I have been talking about wanting to continue our mission of promoting indie craft in Vermont. This weekend a light bulb lit up in my head and Queen City Craft was born.

From our new blog:

Welcome to Queen City Craft. A place to spread the word about indie craft in Vermont.

Indie craft is about pushing the limits, finding your own line, reusing, recrafting, and creating. It is about offering an alternative.

Craft has taken on a whole new meaning over the past few years with the boom that has taken place across the country. With a punkier edge indie crafters are breaking the mold of traditional craft.

Vermont is our home. It is also home to many talented writers, artists and musicians. So far though we don't really fit into any of the existing creative groups. We hope to create a space where all indie crafters in Vermont feel welcome. We want to give us a voice, support, teach, and spread the word.

Join us.

Thanks to Sara (formerly of Made Boutique & Gallery) for letting us run with the name and passing on the logo for me to rework. We are so thankful for all the work Sara did in Burlington and we hope we can continue her mission. Sara is moving on to other adventures. We wish her the best of luck.

Check out our new project www.queencitycraft.com