Little Show in Lisle NY Today

As you probably know, I'm still a newcomer to this area of the state.  I moved from Manhattan last summer, so by the time I finally got settled, it was time to start thinking of the holidays and settling in for the winter.  I've done a couple shows in Utica, but nothing really local until today.  I'm starting to look ahead to the upcoming show season in my new neighborhood. 

I was perusing our local shopper newspaper (we call it the Weekly Reader), and noticed a small announcement for venders at a local flea market.  I called and reserved a table for a whopping $10.00 for today.  Well, let me tell you, it was fun and down-home and I made a lot of friends and contacts in the area.  I didn't expect to make buckets of money, but I made my table fee and more than I expected. 

The show was hosted by the Rebekah Lodge in Upper Lisle NY, a rather rundown building a couple miles from my home.  It was advertised as a flea market, bake sale and luncheon with homemade soup, sandwiches and hotdogs, and it was pretty well attended.

I had the lucky spot right inside the entrance with the show mascot sitting right across from me.  I think folks noticed her first!    She was just a bit creepy, but I got used to her.   The sale ended at 2 pm, so it was nice to have a rather short day.  But in that time, I felt welcomed as most of the other vendors came over and chatted with me, and many customers seemed to like my products.  I made up complimentary samples of tea lights which went over very well.

I'd like to thank the ladies at the Rebekah Lodge who made me feel welcomed, and I hope to meet many of you soon at future shows.  All in all, it was a very successful day, meeting many nice people. I can't wait to get out and about again soon, but I have work to do since inventory is getting low!

Oh, and watch out for stray cows!