Photos 1, 2, 3, 5 from 2012 Lovesick Expo by Love Me Do Photography. Photos 4 & 6 from Renegade Craft Fair
Since January’s Lovesick Expo will be my first fair/expo experience, I know I have my work cut out for me to create a smashing table! First, I’m exploring the overall look of the table, so I can start collecting items throughout the next couple months. Lucky for me, Love Me Do Photography took some amazing photos at last year’s Lovesick Expo (a couple seen above), so I have some inspiration on what I can expect from other vendors at this year’s show, and what I can expect from the overall setting. I know that lighting is going to be highly important at World Cafe Live because it is pretty dark in certain locations.
I love creating styled spaces, which is essentially what I am creating for my table. I love the idea of building levels on the table either by easels or through constructed shelving. I also like the idea of constructing some sort of fabric background behind the table. I am brainstorming my overall image while crafting this table layout, such as the fact that I am attracted to textures and natural elements.
My friend who has a lot of experience with craft fairs recommended that I work on my “craft” during downtime, so I will likely bring some paints and paper, in order to show how I work to possible clients.
Next, I’m going to focus on giveaways, business cards, items to sell, etc. I know it is going to be a lot of work but it is exciting work! If you have any tips or suggestions about setting up a vendor table at a craft fair or bridal expo, please leave a note in the comments section! Thanks!