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04-15-2007, 02:06 PM
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| Hi-tech Redneck  Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Youngsville NC
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 |  First show done Wow !  What a ride this was ! I absolutely had a blast ! I only cleared about $100 ( light crowd ) but I took 4 custom portrait orders ....2 people gave me their pics on the spot, and I have a page and a half of new contacts, including home town neighbors, fellow artisans and potential customers . I met and spoke with a lady who has a consignment gift shop in our town who is very interested in making an arrangement ....including some pieces dealing with our local history, EMS. fire dept etc. Accepted tons of compliments from folks who were just simply amazed at some of the work ....I am humbled beyond words  I finally met someone from our family ....NC Scroller ( Scott ) drove all the way from a neighboring town to chat and give his support. Wonderful fellow and I thoroughly enjoyed " talking shop " with him and look forward to spending some more time together in the future. All in all just a wonderful time and again I thank all of you for your encouragement and support  . You guys rock ! This will definitely not be my last show and I got some good recommendations on future shows from some of the veteran vendors. Oh yeah, I've also been invited and encouraged to join the NC State Arts Council by it's president who was attending the show ....what a ride !  show.JPGshow1.JPGshow2.JPG
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04-15-2007, 02:09 PM
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| Senior Member  Join Date: May 2006 Location: Arthur, WV
Posts: 1,939
|  Congrats Robert, I was wondering how the show went. Now you have another addiction my friend. Lol .. Steve
__________________ If This HillBilly Can't Fix it Then it Ain't Broke!!! My Gallery steve03@frontiernet.net |
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04-15-2007, 02:19 PM
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| Moderator  Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Missouri
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| WaHoo!! Congratulations on what sounds like an outstanding and perfect event!! I'm real happy for you Robert, now just keep your eye's on the road and your hands upon the wheel and GO Man GO!!!! Nice touch with the suspenders and copy of our favorite magazine!
__________________ Bill DeWalt 788 A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.  aut viam inveniam aut faciam |
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04-15-2007, 02:24 PM
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| Newly Customized Moose  Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Truro, Nova Scotia
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| That sounds like you had a great day and made a lot of useful contacts, Robert. Congratulations - I'm really pleased for you. Your work certainly looks very nice there "en masse" - very nice variety. Aside from the commision you took, do you mind if I ask what did sell? Actually that question was from Sue who's just been looking over my shoulder admiring your work ..lol Cool T-shirt and suspenders you have there BTW ...
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04-15-2007, 02:35 PM
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| Work in progress Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio
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| Congratulations! I'm glad to hear things went well. It can only get better from here. 
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04-15-2007, 02:39 PM
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| Fallen Angel Join Date: Mar 2005
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| I'm pleased the show went so well. Thanks for telling us about it. Gill
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04-15-2007, 02:54 PM
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| Senior Member  Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia, USA
Posts: 820
| Sounds like a rounding success to me! Glad things went well for you.
__________________ Mike  Craftsman 16" VS, Puros Indios and Sam Adams! Scrollin' since Jun/2006 My Gallery http://scrollcrafters.com (reciprocal links welcomed) |
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04-15-2007, 03:21 PM
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| Retired  Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Fergus Falls, MN
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| WONDERFUL NEWS!!!!! Good for you and good on NCScroller for coming to give support. When is your beret fitting appointment? 
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04-15-2007, 03:24 PM
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| Moderator  Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SW MN
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 In my books, your first showing was a huge success. People have now seen what you are capable of. Word will spread like wildfire now. I was pretty sure that orders would out perform actual sales. Most people around here come to shows just to look. They have no intention of spending money. But, some come for ideas and that was your market. They've seen what you can do and now they are formulating their own ideas. You had a good assortment for them to see. Once they are more than pleased with their special order, they will show it off to others and the phone will start ringing. You are on your way.Once again, congratulations. It couldn't happen to a nicer guy. | |
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04-15-2007, 03:26 PM
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| MrsTrout's Husband  Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Hayward Calif.
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| good job Robert... your set up looks great... Trout |
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