Bella Bounty

 

Did I tell you about the gifts? Bellas  are big on sweets and treats, from the Goodie Bags we get, that are filled with wonderful presents from all sorts of sponsors, from big companies like Fiskers to vendors to Bellas who just want to share.  Plus, swappers have extra treats, and there are hostess gifts and teacher's gifts and gifts just because. Its a generous crowd!  Kim Caldwell made up these chocolate bars and Carol Spinsky had Dove candies printed up special and both brought some to the Glitter Lounge. 

I think next year, I might be a sponsor. I love those little tiny crowns that I had bought for earrings and might get more of those  to add  to the goodie bags.   Its funny, I didn't sell as much jewelry as I usually do at art or craft shows. Now, I am far from complaining, because I sold plenty of other stuff! I have a feeling that I didn't display the hand made jewelry as well as I should have, it wasn't shown to its advantage.  The earrings on the framed display to the left sold well, but the ones spread out on the table and in jewelry boxes didn't.  I learned a lot from this sale, like maybe I had too much in too small of a space? People seemed to enjoy the abundance, but it was quite the pile, and a lot of things didn't even  gett seen. 

Then, of course, there was Luwanda, who had no light on her and I never got around to turning over the charms she was displaying.  I wonder if people thought she was selling big white blobs? Well, it was hectic, and like I said, I brougth too much, and time was short. Did I mention that I never got around to putting on my shoes??? 

And look at how cute the boots were!  Surprisingly, they are comfy too, and probably would have been better support than being barefoot all night. I went up to the room to change after setting up my junk, and had planned to put on the boots when I came down stairs to get going. But there were people around already and I had last minute things to do and next thing I knew, it was hours later and I was still barefoot. 

There was also  very little time to shop.  I managed to snag this beauty from Holly and can't wait to try it on the fairy grand baby.  Its way too big for her right now, but maybe by next summer, she'll be wearing this around the house with a pair of fairy wings.  But back to the gifts- sweet Tiffany brought these "Glitter Girls Club" ornaments as surprises (you can see the "Shabby craps" on her business cards).  And she wasn't the only one. Gifties everywhere! People shared supplies in classes, all day long, you'd hear "try one of these, you'll love it" or, "here, I brought plenty". 

I also learned a lot from the other attendees. From little hints about how to do something, to big ideas like the best way to edit a photo, or how to start a website. 

Now, I've always been so happy with the ease of doing an Etsy shop (and I added a few things yesterday, and will be adding daily till I get all this leftover crap, I mean lovely inventory, gone).  But on the advice of Heather, Natasha, Carol, and others, I bought my self a little bit of web real estate and will be starting my own store. Details to come, it will be about 6 weeks before Sara can get it designed for me.

For months, I've been hearing  about the horrid new Type Pad updates, and was glad I didn't have them. But I was finally hit with them this week, and posting is a nightmare. I think I'll have to leave for now because I just got a note that my computer was about to become nonresponsive due to script on this page! Bye!

Comments

[Donna]

I think your display looked great Karla . From what i can see from all the posted pics in your blog and other blogs , it was over whelming over abundant eye candy , so much packed into a short time. i will be looking forward to your shop opening too. Always exciting things from Karla's Cottage. So now waht ? Are you going to go head first into christmas? I guess thanksgiving comes first for you , are you cooking this year? Donna

[Diane]

Karla,
Beautiful inventory and loads of treats you girls got! Wow I bet it was a joy to visit everyone in person. Good luck with your new Store!
Hugs, Diane

[Gretchen Schaumann]

Karla-
So fun to see and read your blog. I check for updates all the time. Thanks for taking the time to share with those of us that didn't get to go.
Gretchen

[Hannah Shaw]

Good Morning! I love your display.. I wish you would have sold more. Opening your own store... yaaaay I can't wait to see it. I love the little out fit for your fairy grandbaby! how cute.
I hope you have a wonderful day. I have got to start baking, we are having our Thanksgiving tomorrow.... here... at my house!! eeeks.

[Cassie]

I think your displays looked perfect! Those boots are awesome!

[Heidi Woodruff]

Karla, I agree with what Donna just said:
"...it was over whelming over abundant eye candy , so much packed into a short time"

That's exactly how I felt when I entered the Bella Fair and Prom! I wish I could go back and do it all on SLOW MODE!!!!

Love all your pictures today!
Hugs! Heidi

[TinaTx]

I'm several posts behind, but it looks like you had a great time even if you didn't sell as much as you would have liked!
Can't wait to see your new store.
Hope you get your typepad issues fixed!

[Pattie]

Karla,

Good Luck on with your new "store" Your booth was lovely!! :c)

Oh my Gosh your boots are just way to cute!!! I want a pair :c)

Pattie :c)
Mazatlan Mexico

[Nancy ~ Fete et Fleur]

Your shoes are gorgeous. I'm so sorry you didn't get to wear them, but your booth looks wonderful! It sounds like this has beena great learning curve for you. I look forward to hearing more about your new shoppe!

Happy Thanksgiving!
Nancy

[Becky]

Man it sure looks like you had a fun time. Love all your pics. Your displays made me drool. Looking forward to you new shop.

[Shawn]

I had no idea of the line that you would have waiting to checkout! I wonder if putting little "impulse" items by where you have your checkout would have worked better and showcase the jewelry on the other side? Looking forward to your new business! I think you will do great and be able to get your camera :)

[jeanie]

Loved the inventory -- know what you mean about the display, but learning is part of the gig. I like the framed rack, also the board with the charms. And what goodies you got! That's worth it all, I think! Perhaps a trip to Silver Bella will someday be in my cards! It sure looks fabulous!

[Kirstie]

How sweet are those shoes dam shame you never got to put them on, and I think your booth looks gorgeous, I know I would have gone through every inch of that table and bought up big if I was there, how cute is that dress I can't wait to see it on fairy grandbaby, photo please! I'm loving your little decorated bottles, OOOOH I'm wondering what you got from my shop that Natasha brought for your gift as she has picked many things.......hmmmmm nu don't have a clue, once again great posted Karla.

Hugs
Kirstie.

[Jean Eakin]

I think your booth was great. The "framed 'jewelry was a great display. Everything we do is always a learning experience, isn't it? You'll do great with your New business and I will look forward to seeing your new website. The dress for Sugarwings is just too cute, and the way this year has went by, it will be no time until she is flying around in it.Karla, have a fantastic weekend.
Jean in Virginia

[LauriesCharmingDesigns]

Love hearing about your Silver Bella Experience!! Keep the pictures coming.

[thrifty_misspriss]

The booth looks fabulous! Maybe they should have allowed more time for the vendor sales? It sounds like it was a rush! I've seen your picture posted everywhere! Your dress was beautiful! Too bad about the boots! They're really cute!

[Angelina]

Everything looks great!! I wish I could have been there!!Love your stuff!! Next year for sure!!
Hugs,angelina

[Jenny]

Love all your stuff! I am off to check out your leftover crap....I mean inventory! hehehe

[Karen Young]

Love your booth...I really wish I could have seen it up close and personal.

Karen

[Karen Young]

Karla, I'm moving backwards on the posts and I see that move previous comment did show up. There might be two on this post as well *sigh*

I love your gorgeous both and wish I could have seen it in person

Karen

[Andrea S.]

Karla, it was such pleasure meeting you! You are just as kind and generous in person as you are on your blog. Thank you for the wallpaper outing too! It was so much fun getting to hang out with you guys!
Hugs,
andrea

[Laura]

Karla, you make me smile!

'Nuff said :)

Laura
xxx

[Lisa]

Well, the good news is if you didn't get around to wearing those shoes, now you get to find another wonderful place to go with them. Right? It is always interesting to see what sells and what doesn't at the various shows. I wouldn't be able to choose from all those goodies for sure.