SomerKnits and HollyRocks at B.A.ZAAR

I had a fantastic time this past weekend with Holly at B.A.ZAAR!! It was so nice to share a booth with one of my favorite people and it was great to see all the people who came out to support this brand new indie craft fair. I hope that next year it is even bigger and better!

The weather was completely perfect (once the sun came up and it warmed up a bit). You probably couldn't have picked a better fall day to be outside on. Our booth was under a pavilion so we weren't having to sit in direct sunlight all day and for the most part the breeze stayed very soft and gentle. We did occasionally get our signs knocked down by a gust, but thats a hazard of outdoor shows, right?

We decided to split our U shaped booth by each taking a side table and making it our own, then integrating along the connecting table. That allowed each of us our own branding and a place to put our banners and then allowed us to show a blending in the middle.

The twinkle lights were Holly's idea and definitely added a bit of sparkle to the whole thing. I am still loving all my new hat stands, this was only my second show to use them.

I meant to go around and get pictures of the other vedors' booths, but I totally got distracted and didn't. I know a lot of people took pictures though, so I will just wait for them to post. :-)

If you are in the area and didn't make it out to see us, I am doing the Jenks Church Craft Fair on Saturday November 5th from 9am - 4pm. Holly and I will also be sharing a booth again at Alliday on December 17th. Can't wait!!

Comments

The Gleeful Peacock said…

It was great to see you this weekend! Your booth looked great!

October 26, 2011 at 8:10 AM

Holly said…

Thanks for sharing a booth with me, babymama! I can't wait to do it again. That little WIP will almost be complete at the next show- how exciting!

October 27, 2011 at 9:53 AM

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