Category Archives: Shows

Common Questions

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Rae

Although pottery isn’t my full time pursuit, I treat it professionally.  That means, I set time to work in the studio and then go there; I maintain a website and have business cards; and, I keep financial records.  Since I often … Continue reading →

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How to Have a Good Show – Part 1

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Rae

This is my busy season – between September and mid-December, I have 4 available Saturdays.  I say available but what I mean is I have four Saturdays that are available for studio work.  The rest of the weekends are obligated … Continue reading →

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Bele Chere

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Rae

A Bit Off Center is making our first appearance at Bele Chere – and we are thrilled!  If you are in the Asheville area, please stop by our booth and say hello.  We are in the Art Park, Booth #20. … Continue reading →

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Artsplosure

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Rae

We just finished our second craft show of the year.  Artsplosure is held in downtown Raleigh and is hosted by the Raleigh Arts Festival.  The festival includes musical performances, interactive art exhibits, and a juried craft show (which means your … Continue reading →

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Let the Shows Begin!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Rae

I love making pots but a consequence of prolific work is what to do with it – which is why we began attending craft shows in 2008.  We have been busy in the ‘off-season’ making pots, trying new ideas, and … Continue reading →

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Open House and Studio Sale

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Rae

Our first annual Open House and Studio Sale is complete and it was a success.  We really enjoyed visiting with everyone who stopped in.  The weather was so nice that we were able to keep the garage doors open.  And, … Continue reading →

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Pottery for Sale (Part 3)

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Rae

Another selling venue is a craft show or festival.  Finding shows is easy – in fact you may know of an annual show in your area.  A brief on-line search can help you find other shows and get additional information … Continue reading →

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We’re So Square, Man

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Rae

We just finished a marathon show run  - three shows in three weeks – 6 days of craft shows.  Part of making pottery is finding avenues for pot disbursement and craft shows are one of those avenues. As a by-product … Continue reading →

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Autumn Leaves 2011

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Rae

Highlights from the Autumn Leaves Festival in Mt. Airy, NC: Really beautiful weather Huge attendance Very friendly vendors Being asked if we were from Seagrove Being told that our pottery was prettier than what some one had seen in Asheville … Continue reading →

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Autumn Leaves

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Rae

It’s here!  This weekend is the Autumn Leaves Festival in Mt. Airy, NC, a huge 3-day arts and crafts festival that is in it’s 45th year.   And, I am excited that A Bit Off Center is participating this year. We … Continue reading →

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