A total of 2 mohair bears and one of my needle felted cats went on to new homes.I hate to say it but I have gone to the dark side; I like doing artist bear shows but they are getting fewer and farther between. So I had to do a Doll and Bear show. Bear makers were definitely in the minority. I think there were approximately 25 doll vendors which includes artist made porcelain dolls, Barbie dolls in all sorts of ‘original’ boxes, doll clothes, miniatures and all sorts of dolls in various costumes. There were three bear makers. I’ve included photos of my table from the show.
Lots of people were going through the show with quite a few walking out the doors with packages in their hands.
It’s fun doing a show like this. You see lots of different people. Some just speed on by to get to the next doll table, a few stop by for a quick look and comment on the bears and others really look at each bear. Usually they have to come by for a second
and possibly a third time before making their selection.I really like watching the husbands of the couples that come by. Some are as involved as the wife in looking and selecting bears, some stand by with casual interest ready to pull out the wallet/checkbook and the last ones don’t want to have anything to do with a ‘Doll and Bear’ show and “I can’t wait to get back home so I can watch some
basketball/baseball/football/NASCAR (fill in the sport)”. It’s better people watching than at the airport.Now that a few bears and cat have moved on to other homes I will start making some new guys and girls. The next Albuquerque show is scheduled for November. I should be able to finish a few more by then....
Thank you for stopping by.
Mark
Believe it or not, I was wondering how your show went. Glad to see you had some sales.
ReplyDeleteMakes you wonder why a disinterested husband would even go to a doll and bear show. I would just as soon leave my husband home instead of dragging him along. Or at least find a bench for him to sit on so I wouldn't feel hustled. Maybe their wives don't care if they are bored. Maybe its paybacks for having to go to the hardware store with the guys. Wonder..Wonder.
Wow, how cool that you made some sales amongst all the doll lovers!
ReplyDeleteI've noticed much the same "interest" among spouses in bead shops... it's either a "can we go now" attitude or the guys are searching amongst the beads right along with their wives. Funny world we live in, huh? Your tables looked great!