Zappo's wants our team to be part of the First Fridays experience...FREE spaces...

Hi fellow HMIV members. I’ve recently been offered a great opportunity for our team during First Fridays. Zappo’s, the organization that has taken over the FF events previously managed by Whirlygig, would very much like to include The Handmade in Vegas Group among the venders that showcase on Casino Center. The main First Friday hub.

• They are offering us FREE 10x10 spaces for our team members who bring their own tents.
• $20 table spaces. (They provide 6ft table and chairs.)
• $50 10x10 tent spaces. (They provide the tent, 6ft table, chairs and three grid walls)
• All spaces include access to electricity.

Since most of us have our own tents and set up, this means we could each be selling in the highest traffic vending area downtown for FREE for the next three months. The fees after March are yet to be determined, but I am told they are likely to run $50 or less.

The other reason I’d like us to try this is to lift the financial/legal burden off Marlene’s shoulders. The permits are taken care of via Zappo's so all we need to do is show up, set up and do our thing.

The catches are these...it's juried, but our team crafts some of the finest items ANYWHERE so I’m not overly concerned about that.

Marlene and I have discussed this and we felt the best thing to do would be to bring this to the team and see what you all think of this opportunity. The deadline for participating in January is fast approaching and so time is of the essence.

ALL opinions, feedback and questions are welcome.
For more information please contact me here or on Ametista’s fan page - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ametista-Artistic-Offerings/147799335816

ALSO – be sure to check out the New and improved First Friday website at http://www.firstfridaylasvegas.com/
Vendor info at http://www.firstfridaylasvegas.com/get-involved.htm

Thanks! I look forward to hearing what you think!
Carrie

New Member Intro

Hi there! Just wanted to introduce myself...my name is Beth and I'm excited to be a part of the Handmade in Vegas team:-)

Last year, I got engaged and threw myself into all things wedding. I decided I wanted to DIY as much as possible and had so much fun doing it, I decided to create an Etsy shop. Well, the wedding is over, and I am still totally immersed in weddings (my husband is thrilled) and my Etsy shop is going strong! I am currently selling personalized hangers in my shop, Handcrafted Affairs, but I'm about to launch a line of bridal accessories--headpieces, sashes, etc as well.

I'm looking forward to meeting the team and helping promote each other!

-Beth

First Fridat at the LOT - A Handmade in Vegas Team Venue

The new LOT location at 201 E. Charleston really ROCKS! Lots & LOTS of foot traffic! I have to say that my favorite thing was that people keep saying "WOW, is this First Friday!!"

Handmade in Vegas members receive a discount of $20!! Registration is now open for Jan. 6, 2011. Details under DOCS on the Handmade in Vegas Facebook page or email me directly at islandgirlzjewelry @gmail.com! There is a limited number of tents available and they are going fast so if you intend to participate I would recommend signing up as soon as you are able.


Thanks so much to my "boys"--Charles, Chris, Billy & Pete! Could not do this without them!! And also a huge thanks to Julie, Allison, Evan and Laurie for promoting and listening to me whine! Shout out also to Off the Hook BBQ and our on site security, Tony & Rico (off-duty local law enforcement officers)!


Come play in the LOT--it's more fun than work!!