My experience at the Paseo Arts and Holly Fest

I participated as a vendor in the Paseo Arts and Holly Fest, which happened December 17th and 18th at the Paseo Colorado outdoors mall in Pasadena. This mall has a lot of space in between the retail stores and the booths were located in this space. The promoter was very nice and he had volunteers to help vendors set up and to take down the booths.

The name of the show has the word "art" in it but the vendors did not match up to the title. There was a variety of vendors and some were artsy and some were not. It also seemed that the people at the mall were there as frequenters of the mall and not because they were interested in the Paseo Arts and Holly Fest. I didn’t have any customers that were interested in art.

I do not consider this place a good place for artists because the retail stores were offering high discounts and customers wanted discounts from me, which I could not afford to give. I cannot compete with retailers. This was not a good show for fiber art artist like me.

This experience helped remind me how much I have to research the shows I participate in before I sign up.

However, I met a great artist at this show and I am so happy that I met someone like her.

Pasadena Holiday Show was a SCAM!

The Pasadena Holiday Show promoted by IEM http://www.iem-events.com/ turned out to be a complete SCAM!
The sales representatives from the company promised us the following:

Plenty of free entertainment for all ages (There was an empty stage)

25,000- 35,000 shoppers and sold tickets (I believe a total of 28 tickets were sold)

Santa's village and photos (No Santa or Village)

Winter wonderland (None)

Games, rides, raffles (None)

Exotic petting zoo (None)

Pony rides (None)

Over 250 booths (We counted 104 and we were all charged different prices for the booths)

They said that exhibit hall A and C were full so we would have to go to hall B (The other exhibit halls did not exist)

They said KIIS FM and ABC would be there filming (They were not there)

The produceres of the show were nowhere to be found. Not on location nor through phone. They could not be contacted. The phone numbers that I had were no longer working when I attempted to call them. IEM basically rented out the hall and that was it. No promotions, not signs, not marketing, no customers.

There will be a news report airing this evenning at 5pm or later on Channel 2.

I want to reachout to all artists who participate in conventions to be very critical of the shows you sign up for.

This experience was a loss of energy, time, and money.

Pasadena Holiday Gift Show

Pasadena Holiday Gift Show

This show offers fun and entertainment for the entire family. Holiday shoppers can visit 100 exhibit booths filled with high-end jewelry, brand name apparel, souvenirs, home décor, fashion accessories, gourmet foods, novelties, electronics, and more. Enjoy surprise guest appearances and live cooking and martial arts demonstrations. The event also features door prizes, raffles and exciting activities for the whole family. Bring an unwrapped toy to the Toys for Tots drop-off area. A portion of the proceeds from admission will benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Greater Los Angeles Chapter.

Friday 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m
Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

$7, children 12 and under free with an adult

Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green St.

iem-events.com

The Santa Barbara Orchid Show 2012

We attended the Santa Barbara show this year for the first time and we were so impressed that we are signing up for next year's show right now!

The quality of the exhibitors is phenomenal and being in the presence of all the beautiful orchids is an experience we don't want to pass by. Orchids truly have a healing power.

This is a show you don't want to miss!

Orchid inspired frame

http://www.sborchidshow.com/

Print this flyer for the Contemporary Crafts Market

We have a booth number for the CCM in Santa Monica

The Contemporary Crafts Market is almost here! At the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. November 4, 5, & 6. We'll be at booth #359. Visit the event's website for a free entry pass. http://www.contemporarycraftsmarket.com/

Announcing Yet Another Show! This time in beautiful Pasadena...

We're going to beautiful Pasadena! The Pasadena Holiday Gift Show will take place at the Pasadena Convention Center December 9, 10, & 11. We'll update you with out booth number as soons as we find out. Also, please visit the offical website to the show.

Santa Monica Contemporary Crafts Art Market

We're excited to take part in the Santa Monica Contemporary Crafts Art Market. The show will take place November 4, 5, & 6 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Visit their website for more information and for a free pass. We'll update you with our booth number. Our art is more stunning in person!

This Weekend! Contemporary Crafts Market

This weekend we'll be at the Santa Monica Contemporary Crafts Market at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. The show takes place on June 10, 11, and 12 (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) from 10:00AM to 6:00PM.

This show takes place twice a year and it is one of the most exciting and high art shows available here in the Los Angeles area.

For a free pass go to the official website. We hope to see you there!!

Meditation Cushion

At Leyla Navab ArtSilk we are very fond of meditation. Our daily intention is to begin our day with at least ten minutes of meditation since doing it daily is of profound benefit. Through meditation a person is able to enter a space of sincere peace and self-love, which expands into everyday activities and interactions.

Leyla Navab ArtSilk designed the collection of Meditation Cushions in order to intensify the experience of meditation by providing a beautiful hand-painted cushion where one can be absorbed by the relaxing texture of silk. The colors are inspired by the seven chakra colors and the design is inspired by the beauty of nature.

Upcoming Shows!!

Leyla Navab ArtSilk participates in different arts and crafts shows in California. We really like meeting our customers and getting to know what they like and what they are looking for so that we can better serve their needs. Also, we get to meet other artists and enjoy their art or craft.

These are the shows we are to participate in:

May 14 & 15 - Paseo Spring Fest: This show takes place at the beautiful outdoor mall Paseo Colorado in Pasadena. Paseo Colorado, 280 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101. Booth number pending.

June 10, 11, & 12 - Contemporary Crafts Market: This shows occurs semi-annully at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. 1855 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401. We have been lucky enough to participate in this show for several years now.  We will be at booth #376.


September 24 & 25 - Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival:  This show takes place "magical redwoods at the foot of Mt. Tamalpais, in historic Old Mill Park". This will be our first time attending this show so we're really excited! Booth number pending.


If you know of any other shows please email us the information. We are always looking for new arts and crafts shows that we can be part of. 

Shibori is the perfect accessory!

Our shibori scarves are a fantastic and versatile accessory. The intricate pleating gives this scarf its unique beauty and sophisticated appeal. We have pictured several of our shibori scarves for you to see how great they look and how easy they are to wear. The fur brooches are made by Leyla Navab as well, if you're interested in them, shoot us an email.

New Website

 Our site has a new look! Please take a glimpse. Built and design by Dulcinée Studios.

www.leylanavab.com