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Decisions, decisions
May. 21st, 2008 12:21 pmSo...time's getting short and I need to make a decision as to White Hart.
I need to get my vendor's fee in and start making some stock if I'm going to do this again -- however:
Cons:
1) Even with the trees and breeze, it's bloody hot at Prankster's Ranch (just like the rest of MO in the summer).
2) Gas prices -- comparatively, the least of the points, but one of the most visible factors.
3) First year -- broke even, just barely. Second year -- lost a significant amount between fewer people buying less, me being out of commission the first weekend, and the storm the second. Yes, that's taking into account the wholesale order for Dragon Candles.
4) No relief at the booth to go shopping or even for a privy run -- DH stops by occasionally, but he's busy too.
5) If Court and I are the same places, I have to behave as I'm right across the street!
6) Packing everything in and out three times.
7) DH won't be able to assist with setup / packing up b/c of his shoulder.
8) MAY have a job by then, depending on license -- and I'm sure they'd want me demanding the first three weekends off! However, turn it to my advantage by pointing out "I committed to this some time ago, and I'm letting you know up front. This shows that I'll keep my word to YOU, too." Different phrasing, of course, but you get the idea.
Pros:
1) If I get the same space as last year, I've a good line of sight for Red Moon Tribe.
2) If Court is the same place, I'm right across from that, which is good for traffic.
3) I get to go to Faire! Even if I don't get to see it much.
Things to keep in mind if I do vend this year:
1) Small wooden bowl of ONE type of candy -- butterscotch, peppermint, whatever. Less digging and fuss about "which sort do I want?"
2) MORE stuff to pack in and out as I'm planning on taking my table for after-hours -- no license by that date, so can't charge or work on public, have to keep it to "family and close friends" per the laws/regulations. And where am I gonna set it up? Site is rough ground, and there are bugs which will devour any exposed skin. I'd ask Di if I could set it up at her place (in exchange for a rub, of course!), but she's gonna be overrun as usual, I'm certain.
Mmmph.
Points (either direction) I've forgotten?
Volunteers to help with the un/loading? (Will swap merch or rubs, if necessary -- but I need you to BE THERE if you say you're gonna!)
I need to get my vendor's fee in and start making some stock if I'm going to do this again -- however:
Cons:
1) Even with the trees and breeze, it's bloody hot at Prankster's Ranch (just like the rest of MO in the summer).
2) Gas prices -- comparatively, the least of the points, but one of the most visible factors.
3) First year -- broke even, just barely. Second year -- lost a significant amount between fewer people buying less, me being out of commission the first weekend, and the storm the second. Yes, that's taking into account the wholesale order for Dragon Candles.
4) No relief at the booth to go shopping or even for a privy run -- DH stops by occasionally, but he's busy too.
5) If Court and I are the same places, I have to behave as I'm right across the street!
6) Packing everything in and out three times.
7) DH won't be able to assist with setup / packing up b/c of his shoulder.
8) MAY have a job by then, depending on license -- and I'm sure they'd want me demanding the first three weekends off! However, turn it to my advantage by pointing out "I committed to this some time ago, and I'm letting you know up front. This shows that I'll keep my word to YOU, too." Different phrasing, of course, but you get the idea.
Pros:
1) If I get the same space as last year, I've a good line of sight for Red Moon Tribe.
2) If Court is the same place, I'm right across from that, which is good for traffic.
3) I get to go to Faire! Even if I don't get to see it much.
Things to keep in mind if I do vend this year:
1) Small wooden bowl of ONE type of candy -- butterscotch, peppermint, whatever. Less digging and fuss about "which sort do I want?"
2) MORE stuff to pack in and out as I'm planning on taking my table for after-hours -- no license by that date, so can't charge or work on public, have to keep it to "family and close friends" per the laws/regulations. And where am I gonna set it up? Site is rough ground, and there are bugs which will devour any exposed skin. I'd ask Di if I could set it up at her place (in exchange for a rub, of course!), but she's gonna be overrun as usual, I'm certain.
Mmmph.
Points (either direction) I've forgotten?
Volunteers to help with the un/loading? (Will swap merch or rubs, if necessary -- but I need you to BE THERE if you say you're gonna!)
