Craft fairs in Midlands? Anyone interested?

[silvercatdesign]

Hi,
Just really putting out feelers as to whether there is any crafters in the midlands, esp Coventry/Leamington area, who are interested in taking part in a craft fair?

I have been attending fairs for over a year and will be attending The Royal Show at Stoneleigh Park this year, along with Stratford Waterside Bank holiday market in August, and the Warwick Folk Festival.
I am now considering running one in this area as they always seem to be everywhere but the midlands area or very expensive to attend.

Considering the Methodist Central Hall in Coventry City centre for perhaps a christmas fair, as its location is perfect for town shoppers etc.

Would be happy to hear from anyone interested or any ideas for where to hold the fair etc?

Thanks,
Laura

[Primmers]

I'd be interested in a table in the Midlands. Katian Krafts also mught be , but she'll spot your thread and reply herself, I expect!

I'm a card maker and I also make one-off beach/ tote bags: no two the same!

My daughter makes bookmarks and cards - we would share a table if one was available. Trouble is she'd want to share any of my profit too!:)

[silvercatdesign]

Thanks for letting me know, I am just gathering interest at the mo, and will be looking further into the planning involved and location etc in about July/August...so will keep this thread updated...thanks!

[Primmers]

OK. You could PM me as well - pleeeeease- I have an awful memory...

[indri]

I might be interested in being a shopper at a crafts fair in the midlands... I don't sell my crafts just do the quilling as a hobby... Would be on the look out for Birthday/Christmas presents so if you make sure there are some possible things for that on the stalls that would be good.

[Katianne]

Yes I would be! Sorry, haven't had access since yesterday AM so only just read this :)

[silvercatdesign]

Great to hear some replies..I will continue to let you know if and when I do a fair this year...sounds hopeful though with these reponses! thanks alot.

[willowc]

We may be interested in this fair, we live in leicestershire so not too far for us

[kirsty000]

Id be interested live in Coventry. PM me if you sort anything out. I make handmade cards.
Kirsty

[purplerhian]

Hi there

I would be interested in craft events in the Midlands, it is not that far for me to travel!

[zebra]

Hi there

I would be interested in craft events in the Midlands, it is not that far for me to travel!


Love your chain mail work :) :) - something I keep meaning to try out when I get some spare time.

Do you make your own rings for them?

[silvercatdesign]

Hey everyone, thanks for letting me know your interest.

I have just found out the Coventry City council are organising city centre market style stalls from end of Nov up until Christmas (like the bath markets). The stalls will be in the main shopping area/precinct, where as my craft fair location would be the next street/area along.

Not really sure what to do..as I could just hold my own market stall with them, but I really wanted create an opportunity for local crafters to have a stall too! mmm...difficult decision.

So either just have to go for it at the same time, or organise it for mid november..Although do people really start christmas shopping then? I think that it would be busier in December...

Let me know your thoughts..

[Heidijw]

Think mid november would be fine for a craft fair. Have found in the past that some of the December ones are a bit late for people!

I may be interested too, I make americana style wooden decorations, plaques etc. At the moment xmas craft fairs are dependant on getting life up and runnng again after just moving.

Heidi

[flutterbybutterfly]

Hiya,

I'm very new to the craft fairs but would be interested. Please keep me posted with information. I live in Wolverhampton.

Thanks Kim

[kerrid1]

Yes I am definitely interested. Please keep in touch.
Hi,
Just really putting out feelers as to whether there is any crafters in the midlands, esp Coventry/Leamington area, who are interested in taking part in a craft fair?

I have been attending fairs for over a year and will be attending The Royal Show at Stoneleigh Park this year, along with Stratford Waterside Bank holiday market in August, and the Warwick Folk Festival.
I am now considering running one in this area as they always seem to be everywhere but the midlands area or very expensive to attend.

Considering the Methodist Central Hall in Coventry City centre for perhaps a christmas fair, as its location is perfect for town shoppers etc.

Would be happy to hear from anyone interested or any ideas for where to hold the fair etc?

Thanks,
Laura

[Daisyduke]

I'd be very interested too

[Audio Angel]

I would be very interested, I make jewellery and hair bows. Could you keep in touch if anything comes up, thankyou x

[deezkatz]

Hello
I'm still interested in a Christmas Fair in Coventry.
The end of Nov, beg Dec, generally good for Christmas shopping.
Let me know though.
Thanks

[TYP]

PLEASE let me know of any Coventry fairs that are going ahead.. I am looking for any fairs in the midlands, but Coventry would be ideal for me - I sell my own framed photography. toniyoungphotography@fastmail.fm
Thanks :):):)

[bagsandbuttons]

hello, not sure if this idea is going ahead or not, but i would be very interested, im a fair few miles away, but im always willing to travel for crafts!!

please PM me if you are interested, i make bags, purses and other bits and bobs!


xxx

[silvercatdesign]

Hoorah...the fair is going ahead as planned
Saturday 24th November 10-5pm. 30 for 6ft stand plus 5 for electricity.

Please contact me if you want a stall..if you haven't already or if I have forgotten to send you a booking form..I have alot of responses, which is really encouraging!

I have about 10 stalls definately booked in, with all jewellery stalls accounted for...

Laura

[Tussie Mussies]

Would be very interested in a craft fair anywhere midlands. I make cards and am selling them for a charity walk my daughter is doing in September. we need to raise some funds so looking for fairs.

Let me know

Jan

[awaywith the faeries]

I know this was originally started back in 2007 but I would be interested to know of midland carft fairs. I'm based in shropshire anmd don't mind travelling. I make all different stuff but have manly started with cards and jewelry as I'm new to selling stuff I make