The Big Fake Wedding is a trade show like no other. Instead of walking around, being bombarded by vendor after vendor, the Big Fake Wedding has created an event to showcase the best in the wedding industry in a unique way.
To the public eye, the event we attended in Denver last week could have been a real wedding. Leading up tot the event, vendors spent an entire day transforming NOAH’s event center into a truly beautiful wedding venue. The bride and groom are actually a married couple that wants to use The Big Fake Wedding as a venue to renew their vows.
The day of the event I visited with vendors and watched the event space change before my eyes. The vendors collaborated to ensure that the couples’ “big day” went off without a hitch.
Each table in the reception area was displayed differently to showcase various styles and decor. The flowers were beautifully arranged in several styles through out the venue as well. We could see the excitement of the guests as they wandered from table to table collecting ideas for their big day!
You never have to have a reason to be outside in Boulder, but the Firefly Handmade markets always gives you a great one! It is rare to find handmade-only markets but Firefly has done a wonderful job at ensuring that all their artisans are handmade, creative, and exceptional in their craft.
This year’s summer market was no different! Beautiful location, friendly vendors, and astounding art, we were not disappointed!
Although we were thrilled with all the artisans we met, there were a few that were real standouts!
I was so happy when I stumbled upon Golden Paisley one lazy weekend afternoon! Her work is amazing + I just had to commission her to do a piece for my daughter’s room. I’m filling an entire wall with art. I can’t wait to show it off once it is complete!
Owner + maker, Caite, is so lovely. We instantly connected via email. Our stories are very similar, staring off as teachers and moving towards a more creative + free line of work. However, talent is where we diverge. Catie, has more talent in her pinky finger than I do in my entire body!
Top 5 Tips for Great Product Photography
Have you ever ignored a link or product completely because there wasn’t a picture? Have you ever decided not to buy a product because the pictures didn’t show off it well?
We definitely have!
Good photography is key to successfully selling and marketing your goods and crafts. Many search engines have the capability to ignore urls through a “do not show products without pictures” option. Don’t count yourself out of people’s searches right off the bat!
A photo is the first (and maybe most important) way to attract buyers and to convince consumers that your products are well made, beautiful and stylish. Especially when selling digitally, consumers have no other choice but to trust the pictures they see.
Read below for our top 5 tips on how to take great product photographs!
Win this beautiful hand stamped scarf by Knighbury! It retails for $75 and is just stunning. Light-weight and oh-so-soft, this scarf can be worn year-round.
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All entries must be submitted by July 18th, 2015 at 11:59 MST. Winner will be announced via Instagram!
We caught up with Tracy, owner of Fleur de la Mer, and got an insider’s view of her process + products! Read below to learn more about this amazing artist.
Follow her on Instagram here: @Fleur_de_la_Mer
Sink + Soak creates handmade soaps, bath bombs, lotions and more all from natural healthy ingredients made in wine country, Livermore, California.
Their soaps are made using a cold processed method. In their shop, you will find artisan soaps, vegan soaps, natural soaps, fun scented soaps and other bath products. Their handmade goods are made in small batches to ensure freshness and many are made to order.
Made in their kitchen, these handcrafted, cold processed soaps are Dorothy Lewis’s, Sink + Soap’s owner, passion. Nature, desserts, coffee, teas and aromatherapy inspire her and she aims to turn bath time into your own personal spa and sanctuary… and that’s exactly what her soaps did for us!
I am so excited to announce the release of The Handmade Entrepreneur book! When I received a copy of it, I thought I just take a quick glance and then go back and read it later. An hour later, I was totally captivated and couldn’t wait to read more. Unfortunately, I had to tear myself away at that moment, but was so excited to dive in and read the remaining sections later that evening.
If you are thinking of selling your handmade goods or need some help getting noticed, this book is for you! Author, marketing guru, maker and all around amazing woman, Dani Marie will help you create a successful brand. The book reads much like a handy guide and is super easy to follow and reference. From the importance of photography, to social media, SEO and more, this book really is a makers ultimate guide to success.
You can purchase the book from Amazon here!
Happy reading!!!
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