What is fair: Definition and 200 Discussions

a local high school is putting together craft fair as a fundraiser for one of their sports teams. they are looking for crafty type booths according to their flyer, but i figure why not call and see if i can get a booth anyway? who knows, they might not have thought of it. before i call i am...

I am trying to decide what items to bring to display at the Bridal Fair I am doing this weekend. It’s Sunday afternoon for 3 hours and 200-300 brides are expected to attend. My table is 8’x10’. So far, these are the ideas I have: - Trifle bowl – do it up as a centerpiece. - Take the...

I am so excited! I worked 2 6-hour shifts at the local County Fair Thursday (opening day) and today! I had $141.50 in sales!! One paid in cash and one paid by credit card! One of the ladies said she would go look at the mini-catalog I gave her (doesn't have a computer) and would call me if she...

So far, as I expected, my follow-up calls haven't really produced anything. I'm hoping for just one lead to work out and get my break. So before I continue through my stack, I thought I'd come here for advice. I've called the potential hosts and one was a flat out no. :( Doesn't want my...

I'm working my first 'real' fair this weekend. What are the paperwork must-haves that I need? I have: DPDS Calendar Biz Cards Host Packets Bridal info Mini Catalogs Order Forms Current Catalogs (for the serious people) Old Catalogs (for everyone else) YLYW Come Join Us...

My mom has it in her head that she's coming and staying with me the whole time. I had originally just asked if she could help me with getting set up, and then schedule a dinner or potty break and then help again when it's over. But she wants to stay the whole time so that if it's busy, she can...

I'd love to see some of your DPDS that you use for a fair. Thanks!

Hi Fellow Cheffers, I have a booth at a Wedding Expo. It is at the Clark County Fairgrounds on October 4th and 5th. I have 3 more half-day shifts on Sunday. One for Sunday morning and 2 for Sunday afternoon. The cost is $87 per person per shift. I am planning to work a whole day, which...

So I was brainstorming with my mom earlier today. She came up with a great idea that I'm going to go with. Instead of using the Chinese food containers with pictures inside of extra host gifts, I'm going to get balloons. I'm going to get fall colored balloons, probably about a dozen. I'll...

I decided to do a postcard for the state fair that had the same info as my original postcard but added a 10% off special just for fair people. I also made it holidayish. Plus I added a recipe to the back so I have a two for one type form. I am excited to see how they work at the fair. I have...

Do I need a vendor's license to have a booth at a fair? I've never thought about it before, but a fair I am planning to work had it on the registration form. And, if I don't need it, does anyone know if my mom, who is a (brand new) crafter, is going to need one? Any input would be helpful...

So today ... I just got around to returning calls from a Labor Day fair I attended. (I know ... I know ...) I noticed that one of them marked an 8 for being a consultant ... I called her ... told her a little bit about myself and asked her some questions ... Unfortunately, the cel phone...

Is there such a thing we can buy as consultants as mini bags with PC logo on them that I could use to put together goody bags for a bridal fair I'm doing next month?

I just called a fair lead that was interested in hosting and or being a consultant. Unfortunately she had to cut call short to go pick up her daughter and told me to call her back tomorrow. She gave me her email on her drawing slip and I was thinking of sending an email with some info that she...

Now I need suggestions on how to proceed. Some of the people filled out the slip (to win a gift certificate) but said they did not want to be contacted. Should I really not contact them or should I do something non-threatening like a mini-catlog with a letter in the mail? I have some phone...

I have searched the files - but haven't found exactly what I am looking for. I would like to offer a coupon at a fair - basically: Book and have your show before the end of the year and I will give you $10 off at your show. But, that very much implies $10 off the bottom line. I would...

Hi - I saw a link many months ago but can't find the thread where it was posted. So, can someone please post the link for the website that lists local fairs and festivals? TIA!

A co-worker of my DH's has held a craft fair each November for at least the past 20 years and has quite a large following. Last year they moved to a huge building on our State Fairgrounds. Last year I asked her that if they ever considered having direct sales participate to let me know. Well...

I'm doing my first fair in Sept. Any ideas on what I should bring, how to set up, etc?

Anyone around or have downline in Lillington, NC? I met a nice couple at the fair that has a spot for 8/14. I would love to pass the lead along. Short notice, but I think it would be worth it! Thanks

Anyone around or have downline in Lillington, NC? I met a nice couple at the fair that has a spot for 8/14. I would love to pass the lead along. Short notice, but I think it would be worth it! Thanks

I googled "Pampered Chef" when searching for a recipe I was looking for and came across a consutant's website clearly identifying her as "Your Pampered Chef Consultant" and had a link to her Pampered Chef PWS. Is this allowed? I don't want to be a prude but if this comes up in the first few...

I did a local craft fair last fall and great success. I shared the booth with my recruiter. I worked the morning, she the afternoon. (I only offered it to her because I knew she was struggling with her business and I also had an event for my DS that I wanted to attend later in the day.) So...

I have been invited to host a table at my health clubs vendor fair at the end of August. I want to provide a small, some-what nutritious snack to hand out (something with the mini muffin pan perhaps?) but I am at a loss on what to make. Any suggestions? I have one rectangle chillzanne, but...

I am donating a Pampered Chef product for a door prize at a local town's homecoming fair. With the product I also want to put a little flyer that says if they host a show on or before December 31, 2008 they will get an additional $10 in free products. I need a flyer or help with some wording...

I am signing up for a street fair, and they are asking for a "sales tax certificate of authority". Can't seem to find it on CC. Any ideas, oh cheffers of all knowledge?:love:

I did a fair on Sunday and Wed (the fair was last Sat through this Sat) We split up the shifts. I have many people fill out drawing slips that said they were interested in a show, monthly specials and wedding registry. I had 3 about the business and the additional 15 or so checked the 'I only...

I just don't know what to do. My space is only 8' x 8' - that's about a banquet table or so right? I don't know what to bring. Do I bring my entire TTA packed with stuff, or just put a few things in it? Should I get some plate stands so the plates are more on display or sould I just use...

We've got a busy time coming up because of our county fair next week. DH & I are on the fair board which means we get really involved with most of the behind the scenes stuff. Tonight we have to go out & help mow the fair grounds (DH does this) & then feed the guys that are there to work...

I have a job fair early tomorrow morning. I will be leaving my house at 7 eastern time. I am making the Pecan Tassies for a sampling... the recipe calls for 1 Cup of pecans and I only have 1/2 a cup...I do have almonds though... can I add 1/2 pecans 1/2 almonds, do I need to toast them...