My last weekend--very s-l-o-w sales........it was a bit disappointing, but I had such a fun time all of these weeks (except for the first rainy Saturday) that I'm going back next year! I did some great shopping too---very one of a kind finds.
When I do make a sale, of course it makes me happy, and I can see that the people purchasing it are too. But there are some sales that I like even better when the recipients are very excited and tell me why they've decided on a particular piece.
Last week, a lady came in with her Mom and daughter, and she picked out a few items (it was a good sale : ) And then her daughter walked right up to this--
You see, her daughter had just started Kindergarten this year, and she was with her Mom shopping for her teacher for Christmas. I explained to her that it would be a great box for her teacher to hold her school supplies in, and she loved that idea, plus this box (I think) would be a great teacher's gift. It's pretty fun knowing that this box will be in a classroom with young children just starting out in school--a good home for it!
And remember my sewing stand turned into a table? I'm so glad that I sold it because as much as I loved it, it was a pain in the you know what to haul around--very heavy and it took up so much room in our vehicle. And the lady who purchased it was so excited. She told me that she had a room in her house completely devoted to local artists, and this is where this table was going.
I was so happy to hear that.
And also this piece made especially for the festival--
The first weekend I had a couple of inquiries about it, and I told those interested that it was for sale, but I wanted to display it until the end of the festival. But on the 2nd weekend, a lady came into my booth and just fell in love with it. And I knew then that's who I was making this piece for. I always say that I'm making my art for someone in particular--they just have to find it. She found it, and I couldn't say no. I let her take it home with her.
And I have one more that I remember well. This one on a cupboard door--
There were 3 friends shopping, and they told me that they Christmas shop for each other when they're together. They pick out what they like, then one of the friends will get whatever it is, and then give it to their friend at Christmas time. They say that they usually can't remember too well what they picked out, and they know that they will be receiving something that they really like : )
So the one lady picked out this piece, and her friend purchased it! Love that idea!
This is why I prefer selling my art in person. I love to know where my "kids" are going to be. I get very attached to these pieces, as I'm sure that you all do with your own art. Sometimes my art and I have disagreements (just like kids), but in the end, you love all of your pieces and you really care what happens to them.
And now to get ready for another big show, and my favorite which I talked about HERE.....have to start thinking about Christmas....the show is Old Fashioned Christmas in the Woods. I really do love it--it's very festive, and like the name says--old fashioned--the best kind of Christmas!
And remember my sewing stand turned into a table? I'm so glad that I sold it because as much as I loved it, it was a pain in the you know what to haul around--very heavy and it took up so much room in our vehicle. And the lady who purchased it was so excited. She told me that she had a room in her house completely devoted to local artists, and this is where this table was going.
I was so happy to hear that.
And also this piece made especially for the festival--
The first weekend I had a couple of inquiries about it, and I told those interested that it was for sale, but I wanted to display it until the end of the festival. But on the 2nd weekend, a lady came into my booth and just fell in love with it. And I knew then that's who I was making this piece for. I always say that I'm making my art for someone in particular--they just have to find it. She found it, and I couldn't say no. I let her take it home with her.
And I have one more that I remember well. This one on a cupboard door--
There were 3 friends shopping, and they told me that they Christmas shop for each other when they're together. They pick out what they like, then one of the friends will get whatever it is, and then give it to their friend at Christmas time. They say that they usually can't remember too well what they picked out, and they know that they will be receiving something that they really like : )
So the one lady picked out this piece, and her friend purchased it! Love that idea!
This is why I prefer selling my art in person. I love to know where my "kids" are going to be. I get very attached to these pieces, as I'm sure that you all do with your own art. Sometimes my art and I have disagreements (just like kids), but in the end, you love all of your pieces and you really care what happens to them.
And now to get ready for another big show, and my favorite which I talked about HERE.....have to start thinking about Christmas....the show is Old Fashioned Christmas in the Woods. I really do love it--it's very festive, and like the name says--old fashioned--the best kind of Christmas!
40 comments:
So pleased that you have sold some of your items but is must be quite a wrench letting go of some of them !! If I could make items as lovely as yours, my home would be full to the brim because I could never let them go - lol
Denise xx
Thanks, that was a great review of your event. Liked hearing about your sales and seeing the items again.
Oh your items are sooo gorgeous.I especially like the last pic, thats so cute.Thanks for sharing your story too.
O how I understand when you said "I'm making my art for someone in particular". That is so true, I'm feel the same. I love all the pieces you showed, they are so in my stile☺ I wish you all the best with future creating and sales.
Thanks for sharing all of this with us diane!! It must feel great to know that your work is going to nice homes!! I think I would like to sell in person vs with etsy I never get to know who is getting my art and as you say we do get attached to some pieces. Glad you are enjoying the shows. And my, it is almost christmas time isn't it?!! :)
I don't know how you bear to part with any of your pieces as they are all exquisitely beautiful. I LOVE the table particularly. It is so nice that you have found good homes for them all though. I really admire your work. penny
I always love hearing about your shows. Thanks for sharing. Thats what I love about selling my art is knowing the buyer loves it as much as I do. Don't get me wrong,I like to make some money too lol. Make sure you show us some of your christmas art!
Lovely pieces all of them Diane and it's nice to know they're going to good homes :)
It's so much fun hearing the stories of those who buy and why, glad you shared. It's no surprise that your painted furniture sold, they were all so beautiful.
Looking forward to seeing/hearing about the Xmas fair to come.
Sounds like you had a great time! And made some great sales! Your pieces are so amazing... I'm sure they are well loved by their new owners.
Such fun to hear these stories, art is so meaningful in our homes, you have a stoory about how it was done and your feelings and the buyer has a story of why they want it and where it will go in th home or who is going to get the piece.
You really sold significant works, so glad.
A fun post to see some of what is gone .
o diane, that teacher box is just over the top adorable! how special to receive such a gift...and your other works so lucky to have found good homes...xo
Lila here, Diane's 'backdoor neighbor' at Yankee and I took one of her awesome creations home with me to give as a X-Mas gift! I simply love it and as Diane will be close to me again at X-Mas in the Woods, I will be scoping out another purchase as my BF Shirley raved and raved about Diane and her creations, LOL. Diane, I'm gonna send Shirl over to you and hope you can remember which ones she particularly liked! (plotting!)...See ya soon, Lila
Sounds like you had a great show and a great time! All these creations are just stunning and beautiful, so glad they found good homes!
I'm about to do my first show of the season this weekend. I always get nervous thinking 'will people get what I'm making?' its always fun and exciting though--- i always come back for more! Glad you had such a great time!
oooh such incredibly gorgeous creations! Hugs Juls
Those lucky customers:O) Thank you for sharing and love the name of The Old Fashion Christmas too:O)
Love revisiting some of your pieces and glad you made some sales--so it sounds like it wasn't too bad! when I lived in Arizona, I had a friend that I always spent Saturdays with-we would go shopping and have lunch etc--we always bought each other something!! That way we didn't have to feel "guilty"--it was a present we were buying!!
Each of these pieces are just gorgeous. If you let me choose, I just couldn't do it! l
congratulations diane! it sounds like a very successful show!
i especially love the sewing table. i would have brought that one home too, although getting it checked in at the airport might be a problem . . .
happy to hear you found all the right people for your pieces to go home with.
cheers!
Great post Diane. I especially love the 'kindergarten' box story. That is the perfect place for your box! It must be nice to know that your art will carry stories with them when they go to their new home.
Hugs and blessings
Kelly
What beautiful pieces! I am so glad that they found wonderful homes. I am loving the cupboard & that darling white bird in the corner. You always create such wonderful, interesting pieces. Good luck preparing for the next event. :)
I love that! Hearing about where the pieces will be going...and who will be loving them....
Makes it all seem worthwhile!
Your work is gorgeous! I'm so glad some of the rightful owners came to claim their art :D
I loved this post with all the stories about your "kids" going off to good homes and how you somethimes have disagreements with them. Ha! I think I have some knock-down drag-outs with some of my "art" - LOL!!!!
oh...i love that sewing machine table! how awesome would that be in my house! haha someone very lucky is going to just sit and stare at it. your work is always SO full of detail. you just stare and see something new all the time.
I'm so happy you made all these sales. :) They are really awesome art pieces and they obviously got great new owners. :)
I have been to Yankee Peddler and Christmas in the woods many many times, I bet you will do great!
donna
Gorgeousness here!!!!! Such inspiration always. Thank you for sharing your talents.
Hope you're having a great week.
Holly
I always love your pieces Diane, but really enjoy seeing them all together like here...they are so fantastic and create so much happiness and energy!
I feel your joy in all these sales of these beautiful pieces. Happy for you.
Welcome home. Do you ever sleep? Are you making items for the Christmas show or do you have them already?
Glad to read that some of your pieces went to loving homes. That's how it should be. Sorry the sales were slow, but at least you let the piece go the 2nd week you had planned to show through to the end. It was destiny.
Wow...love that box! Lucky teacher to get that! You must be exhausted! Congratulation on the sales! Fun read!
so glad you sold your art to people who appreciate its..I like the tale behind your school box..just imagine the wonder of the kids looking at that
Hi Diane,
Last time I posted my post would not post!! It worked.
I loved your entire article.
I am so happy you had wonderful success w/your art show.
Your items are fascinating!
How fun! ♥Darlene
Hi Diane, sorry to hear that sales were slow. But it's wonderful that the sales you did make were meaningful ones. I loved reading the stories behind the sales. :) Hope you and yours have a great weekend! Have missed you. :)
Wonderful post! I can see why you love doing the shows...It would be great meeting the people that love your artwork. I'm getting closer, I think, to giving it a go.
Love all of your work!!!
These are such beautiful liitle treasures! I am so happy they have gone on to homes where they will be loved and cherished. Those kind of shows are hard work and I commend you fo your industrious self AND your creative self! A well-rounded woman for sure!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful pieces of art and the stories behind the sales! What a great feeling to connect with your buyers and know that your art is going to good homes. I really enjoyed reading this post today! Wini xo
Ooooh!! I love hearing what happened / sold! And my favorite box on top went to a great place! Congratulations on all of your success! xoxo
Oh what gorgeous pieces D! I love that your "kids" were adopted by the perfect "parents". It would be hard to let them go....
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