I didn’t get selected for a stall at my craft fair of choice this christmas.
I have to say, it is disappointing.
If anyone has any wisdom to share on the subject, I would be happy to hear from you.
Right now I need something to cheer myself up (apart, that is, from a big hug and a bar of chocolate).
I need to give myself a good talking to.
You’ve summed up how I feel, also rejected by the Craft fair I really wanted to have a stall at
The Japanese saying, ‘fall down 7 times, get up 8′ keeps springing to mind…x
Sorry to hear that you have had a similar experience, Sarah. I guess there’s just lots of competition.
There will be another door….
that´s really hard, I can imagine, but maybe something better is around the corner. God does not close a door without opening at least a window somewhere else
I’m sorry to hear that, but well done for looking for the positives…I really wanted to step up to a bigger Craft and Vintage Market this year after doing one small one last year end really enjoying it, but I’ve just reluctantly had to admit that I’m not getting enough child-free time to be able to make enough stock. I hope another good opportunity is waiting for you, just around the corner…x
I’m trying, but I’m not sure I’m actually able to see the positives at the moment…
Your child-free time is bound to increase in future. Hang in there and just enjoy making stuff for yourself in the meantime!
Sorry for the disappointment, I subscribed to the ‘everything happens for a reason’ way to live. As long as you try your hardest, if it doesn’t happen, it’s not meant to be. Something better is just around the corner…..sending you a big bloggy hug! Ada
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Thank you for all the words of wisdom. I am determined to make more opportunities arise. The irony is, I turned down a stall at another, excellent event, holding out for “the big one” which now isn’t happening. I’ll just have to try harder in future!
I’m sorry for your disappointment . . . but THANK YOU for all the inspiring quotes! We all need these from time to time for many different reasons. My hat is off to you!
It happens to all of us for sure but just remember that your work is beautiful and don’t stop applying for those stalls!
Why not get back to both the possible craft shows and impress upon them that you’re still very keen, should they have a cancellation? All might not be lost…
Alas, that’s not possible as my first and third choices are both on the same dates. I have gone for my third choice one, rather than be left without any at all.
I love love love ALL the beautiful things you make and I’m sure lots of others do. I wish I had half your talent and style. Don’t give up!
Aww, thanks so much! That’s a lovely thing to say x
I agree with Jen. All your stuff is lovely and I would be happy to have it in my home. And just between you and me, I am fussy about what I let into my home
I know it doesn’t help to pay the bills, but maybe you’ll get an invitation to a lovely party that you would’ve had to turn down if you’d been doing the Craft Fair … or you’ll be asked to do a bigger and better fair the following week, and will have time to make even more beautiful, wonderful things to brighten up our Winter! x
Thank you for your lovely positive comments x