BOUTIQUE @ the busy bee

As I have transitioned my business focus from vintage finds to handmade items and vintage linens now to strictly handmade items, it was time to de-clutter the office once again.  It had been 7 months since I revamped the office.  I now have two more sewing machines to account for and also need to downsize the number of rolling carts as the new desk moves inside this weekend.  I started with seven and now am down to only two.  Progress! This week I realized for me to be as productive as possible my space needs to be clean, de-cluttered, and everything needs to be accessible.   The backdrop for photos was revamped, but didn't last long. The corkboards wouldn't stick to the wall and the suitcase shelf wasn't able to support much of anything, sigh.  Now the plan is to purchase three more shelving units to accommodate additional fabric and supplies. I am also searching for two chairs and a small table for clients to be able to sit down while placing a custom...

The day after a craft show is usually just as busy as the day before:  unpacking, reorganizing inventory, and starting on custom orders taken at the show.  Not to mention the exhaustion that has set in after all the running around to prepare for one day, but it was worth it! Clearwater Fall Festival Craft Fair 2015 I was rather please how my display turned out, but this is only a fraction of the items that I will have available at the next show.  I will need to figure out a better way to display the throw pillows and tote bags.  Every show is trial and error, but I always walk away learning something and try to improve for the next one. I also had a blast with my new partner in crime for craft shows, she is a hoot!  It was a stress free day and the card reader worked like a charm.  So excited for the next one!  I have posted a list of upcoming shows on the right hand side of this post.  If you happen to be in the area for any of these, co...

September is upon us and that means time to gear up for craft shows.  I am not a huge fan of them, I have lined up these lovely shows this season: one this month, one in October, two in November, and one in December. Clearwater Fall Fest Craft Show September 19, 9am-5pm United Methodist Church Clearwater, KS New and Vintage Holiday Market October 24, 9am-3pm Wellington Memorial Auditorium Wellington, KS Clearwater Christmas Fair November 14, 9am-3pm Clearwater Middle School Clearwater, KS St. Mary's Fall Craft Fair November 21, 9am-3pm St. Mary's Parish School Derby, KS Robinson's Annual Christmas Craft Fair December 5, 9am-3pm Sunflower North Building, Kansas State Fairgrounds Hutchinson, KS I will only be taking collegiate and sports team items to the craft shows.  This will help with table set up and having only one focus.  The large tote is a new item for the craft shows only at this time. They are made with a recycled t-shirt.  Ea...