I’m still getting my bearings from the Custer’s Last Stand whirlwind. It is still my very favorite Evanston Summer Fair, and here’s why: Stilt-walkers greet you and are great at providing directions. Clowns provide a chuckle when the rainclouds threaten. photo courtesy Jennifer Jarland Plate spinners juggle fire. Musicians abound, providing a variety of ethnic […]
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We’re setting up our booth tonight! I’m giddy with excitement and also a little trepidation, but regardless of weather, turnout, and any other scary scenarios, I know Custer’s Last Stand will be a great experience. I’ve already told you about Custer Street Fair Entertainment, but let me introduce you to my favorite Main Street businesses. […]
The hammer is down and I’ve made all the wire pieces I can make for Custer’s Last Stand. Here’s a sneak peek at the pieces that will be present on Saturday and Sunday. My friend and tent lender Jason McPhillips is bringing his paintings, including cowboys and Indians, like General Custer and Crazy Horse. The […]
My first exhibits were filled with high expectations. My first big outdoor fair wasn’t what I anticipated it to be. My second fair literally washed out. As I learned with each expo/show/exhibit my expectations went down this road: “I am going to sell out and get loads of commissions.†“I am going to make double […]
After all the anticipation and preparation, my feelings about the “success” of Custer’s Last Stand as a vendor are mixed. It was a great challenge for me, and also a fear-buster, but financially it did not live up to its expectations. Friday night set-up I quipped a few weeks ago about how reading about manning […]
On Thursday I went to Glen Ellyn for the NEW Wine Women and Wellness happy hour at the Swap Shop Resale Boutique. I set out to find a light and whimsical summer dress, and found just what I needed at a fabulous price. I noticed the “Love from Amsterdam†rack, but honed in on the […]
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Jun
Jun
It is the season of art fairs, and fresh off the Custer fair we have Fountain Square’s Art Festival. This fair fell victim to really high winds two years ago that spooked artisans away in 2010, but this year the fair was well-populated again. I chatted with artists I had purchased jewelry from in prior […]
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Oct
Oct
I’ve recently been re-watching Gilmore Girls which reminded me that I live in my own Stars Hollow. My Main Street just underwent 3 months of construction which was tough on our small businesses but we kept block parties and wine walks going to keep foot traffic coming. To celebrate the brand-new sidewalks and un-pot-holed smooth […]
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Jun
Jun
June has been intense, and I am still absorbing all the impressions and learnings from my 5 days in Milwaukee for the Bead & Button Show and Now That’s a Jig! Training. I have photos to edit and recaps to write, but need a little time to settle before launching back into my routine. So, […]
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Jul
Jul
Between EvanstonMade and preparing for the pop up and gearing up for August’s events, my art life has been quite busy. Nonetheless, I do make sure to stop and smell the flowers, observe butterflies, and stroll in nature. I blog outdoors when I can to soak up the sun. Here are some of the snapshots of […]
