BellyFlop

It's not something you typically do on purpose.

Unless maybe, you're a masochist and you enjoy pain.

But, I did do a few belly flops in my day,

while learning how to dive on Lake Champlain.

It always stung a little bit,

but I always got right back on the dock

and tried to dive in all over again regardless.

Saturday, I did another belly flop.  It didn't sting quite as bad as I had anticipated.

I'm definitely going to pull myself back up and try again, and again, and again.

Unfortunately, the advertising for the craft fair I attended Saturday was not fantastic and practically no one showed up to browse and purchase goods.  I sold absolutely nothing.

I had been so nervous about this happening and so stressed about running out of inventory,

but honestly, it didn't hurt my heart the way I thought it might if this happened.

I have to look at the positives.

I learned the dynamics of setting up for an event like this and I got to meet some other great vendors that were eager to share tips, tents, and insight from their own experiences.

I also got to spend some time with two coworkers who are great crafters as well and it was nice getting to know them better and hanging out.

 On the table, I displayed a picture of my Mimi and me.  After all, I named the "business" after her.

I also framed a brief history explaining how and why Lulu's Mimi came to be.

 I realized that I probably need more space to properly display my goods.

I think I will probably get some shower rings to hang my scarves from the tent for future shows.

Did I mention I have an amazing husband?

Not only does he support me and get excited with me about this adventure,

but he also woke up early on a Saturday morning to come to Franklinville 

and help me set up my booth.  I just adore him.

So, it wasn't necessarily a successful first craft fair,

but I will say it was a learning experience and I will definitely try again.

Thanks to all of you who supported me and got excited with me.  It means so much.