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Old 08-06-2008, 04:14 PM
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I am going to be in a craft show in Nov, but I need help with what to do. What type of quilt do you think will sell best? Should I do more baby, general or some other kind of quilt? I have never been to a craft show so I don't know. I guess I need a lot of input from those of you that have been to or in a craft show before. Someone help.....
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Old 08-06-2008, 04:29 PM
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In craft shows, people like to buy small things that they can offer as gifts. I would suggest - since this will be in November - to have Christmas theme items such as quilted table runners, quilted mitts, quilted wall-hangings, quilted Christmas sock to hang on the chimney, etc... that kind of things.

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Old 08-06-2008, 04:47 PM
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Louise is right on. Christmas stuff will sell. You could add a few baby things if you don't charge too much for them, but I think the Christmas stuff is your best bet.
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From my past experience, make things you can give away for gifts if they don't sell. It really depends on what the people are looking for that particular day. It's a hit and miss but you'll have a lot of fun.

I also suggest small items, like potholders, baby quilts etc.

Good luck and have fun with it!
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Old 08-07-2008, 02:48 AM
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I agree small ornaments, coasters, pot holders, baby hats, bibs, little stuff not alot of money, time or effort. You could always, hang a quilt up and take orders also. I know someone who did that with an afghan and needed to WHIP out 5 by Christmas and they weren't little either. Good luck I hope you make alot of money.
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:D :D Whatever you do...I wish you a lot of good luck !! :lol: :lol:
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Old 08-07-2008, 11:06 AM
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Thank you all for all the wonderful ideas. I was NOT even thinking Christmas stuff but that totally makes sense now.. THANKS a million to you all! This group is so wonderful!!!!
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