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I love it, use it for my containers, don't have to do a second pour, no problems w/ wicking. I don't like it for tealights though. Since it's so creamy, it's easy to cut, but it does get all over everything. So, don't work with it then decide to scratch your head!!! LOL

Cool...There's a Lowe's near me and Home Depot...We have tons of good places here for those kind of goodies... Thanks everybody for the ideas...I knew there had to be easier ways than lugging all of that stuff!! I arms are KILLING me from carrying those boxes yesterday!!!

Where did you get your container from?

Great job...Keep up the good work!!!

I've been carrying boxes too and it is NOT fun!!! I just found something at Target that I think may work well...It's $39.99 and once I get a dolly/hand truck I'll be fine!! :-)

I was just wondering what everyone was using to transport your items in when you go to shows, etc. Does anyone use those plastic Rubbermaid containers with the wheels? I was wondering how those worked.

Great job Elizabeth!!! It's always nice to have a little helper!!

That's weird, can't imagine why that's happening. Do you have an AC Moore in your area? I get my 16oz jars from there and have never had a problem.

Razzanilla!! That's cute!!

I shortened mine to Raspberry Vanilla...I made this for my show a few weeks ago and it completely sold out. I can't keep it on the shelves!!!

8oz Apothecary Jars with lids?!? I usually get them from Candles and Supplies, they weren't delivered, so I called today and I was told that they were out of stock and they didn't know when they'd get them.

Thanks everybody...I did sent her one last e-mail where I AGAIN told her no. So, hopefully she won't feel the need to respond.

Way to go Shala!!!! :yay: Keep up the great work!

I'm doing another show in the spring and a Tasteful Treasures (adult toys) rep wants to join. I met her this past Saturday at a show I attended and she didn't have any unmentionables out, but she did have all of the creams and jellies, etc. I told her on Saturday, that I would think about it. Well, today I e-mailed her and told her I didn't think it would be appropriate since this is a family event and fundraiser. Heck, I don't want any mothers finding out I put this thing together and yelling at me!! Anyway, she sent the following e-mail in response to me "nicely" telling her no... If that is your decision, I respect that. But just so you know, I have participated in more than 10 trade shows over the past 3 years, never with any issue with children around. I handle my business just as professionally as the next consultant and know how to properly conduct sales and marketing around all ages - that's one of the reasons why I am #10 in sales in my entire company. I can promise you that no one is ever offended by my booth - TT did more sales than any other table this past Saturday, because our products are so fabulous!!! If you change your mind, please contact me - my company is a wonderful addition to your event. Now...what would some of you do?

Sorry you didn't have a better turn out...Not to sound negative, but did you do any advertising yourself? I just hosted my first show last week and although I did the bulk of the advertising, I asked all who participated to do it as well. Some had already started without me asking. Just curious.

:laugh2: I think I'm gonna use this one!!!!

Thanks all...I made all of the suggested changes, including an extra 30 minutes for set up. I won't be sending out flyers or anything yet, so I still have time to add a full 2 hour set-up. Also, I changed the fee to read that it's $37.50 per space, which will fit one 6ft. table and they can purchase additional spaces if needed.

Ok...I've fixed the part about the price and how many tables per space. Regarding the set-up time, I have the location for a total of 7 hours. Which has to include set up and tear down. I wanted to only allow an hour for both to give more time for the actual show. Well, I'd like to have as few duplicates as possible, hopefully none at all. I'm actually going to add something on it to the effect of wanting to avoid duplication and that they will have their payment returned, blah, blah, blah...

I need help please...I created a form to give to interested vendors who'd like to do my show in the Spring. Please let me know what you think...THANKS!!! http://www.andreascandlecreations.com/regform.doc

Ok folks, I'm at it again. I'm planning another Open House/Craft Fair/Vendor Meet in the Spring and need a name. The one I just had was called a Fall Extravaganza, but I want to try not to use "extravaganza" this time. Just a little more background...It will be an event with about 40 vendors which I'd like to include craft time tables and services (event planner, travel agent, etc.) also it will be a fundraising event and a portion of the proceeds will go to support the American Cancer Society (a representative will be on hand). Let me know what you come up with, thanks in advance!!

I don't have anyone helping me, but I would probably get someone at the point I started to feel overwhelmed.

I'm planning my second show and have a location that can accomodate 40 tables. I'm trying to decide what other kind of vendors to get. I have... cards/invitations, scrapbooking, jewelry, dolls, calenders, food, housewares, toys, books (children and adult), bath & body products. I would like to add a few services in like a real estate agent, travel agent, event planner... Does anyone have suggestions of other kinds of vendors? I would like to avoid duplication if at all possible. Thanks!!

The only thing I can think of is if you had a website, you can add it as a file, give us the link and we could all see it. Someone may have another idea.

Ok...I have to get in here with my 2 cents and just say...Don't be too conservative with first year shows. I just hosted my very first show, there were 11 vendors, an awesome location and no vendor went home with less than $150 in their pockets. With the right exposure, ANY first time show can do great.

Make sure you are downloading the appropriate version. Each template has a little icon telling you if it's Word, Excel, Publisher, etc. It should be as easy as opening the file and clicking download. For me it's always taken less than 5 seconds for whatever it is I wanted to come up. Unfortunately, if you don't have the software you can't download it.