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It was very first “show” ever. I was so nervous when I got there. I seriously felt like it was my first day at a new school where I didn’t know anyone. As I made the seven trips back and forth from my car to my tables, I felt quite ackward. You know, everyone is checking out everyone else’s goods. Luckily, once I started getting settled, I met an old friend from high school, selling Mary Kay right behind me! She’s an old pro at these things and gave me some great tips and advice while I was setting up. And of course, by the time the doors opened for the boutique, I was friends with everyone down my aisle. 🙂 This boutique was not as exactly how I imagined it would be. No offense to those who make crocheted beer cozees, but I just didn’t realize the amount of trendy, fabulous handmade talent that would be there. SERIOUSLY. Super cute stuff. I should have taken pictures of other booths, but this thing was PACKED with people. Two days, over 100 vendors….with the majority that you would want to stop and take a gander at! So fun. I have to thank one of my sweetest customers, Andra for securing me incredible space in the lobby area!

My sales were great! I sold out of all of my 12×12 frames, as well as all of the DIY frame kits that I had with me. The best part though, was really meeting and connecting with so many sweet people. I brought a stack of my Go Gilbert magazines, and really enjoyed being called “Cover Girl” by multiple people! They would look down at the stack, look up and say “OH MY…that’s YOU!…I read that article, I saved that issue!” Sooo flattering. I met a bunch of “fans” including one who made me blush with her lovely compliments! It was so amazing to have all these sweet girls come up and say they read my blog, have visited my blog or even just heard of The TomKat Studio. It gives me the warm and fuzzies! 🙂

I ordered 250 new business cards for the event, and came home with 25. WOW!

Such a great time and such wonderful people! It sure was exhausting, though! I’m not used to being on my feet all day, and being “on”. I’m used to dealing with customers via email in my pjs! It was so fun though, and I’m really glad I did it!

November 11, 2009

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  1. karen Beck says:

    I love your gift tags! So cute!

    Karen

  2. Lindsay @ Likely Design says:

    I love those gift tags, too! Your booth looks great!! I was so excited to see it 🙂

    xo,
    Lindsay

  3. Andrea says:

    I LOVE the birth announcements… I may have to commission you for the arrival of our baby girl come January 🙂

  4. The Caswells says:

    Super cute stuff!! I love how you added bows at the end of your tables!!!

  5. The Glowackas' says:

    I love your DIY frames-which is why I am getting 4 more! However, Madison liked the bowl of candy 🙂

  6. Madame Sucre says:

    love your handwork!! this looks amazing.. i wish i lived nearby to visit ::)

  7. Mommy says:

    I LOVE your holiday frames already made because if I tried the DIY it wouldn't look as good…lol! It was so FUN meeting you in person. You are as beautiful as on the magazine. GREAT work and CONGRATS to you!!! Love all your products 🙂

  8. 2sisters says:

    Do I really have to pick one favorite. Okay, I love all the frames and the gift tags. Hmmm, guess I can't count!!!
    teri

  9. Jenny says:

    I love love love your holiday gift tags.

  10. Jodee Leader says:

    Wow! What a huge success! Congratulations!

    I love the holiday frames!

  11. star says:

    love everything, but the frames and gift tags are the best! you have the most awesome stuff!

  12. Sweetly Sweet says:

    Congrats on the success!!! LOVE the gift tags, I follow your blog, so I was familiar with your other goodies, but this tags are out of this world, super cute!

  13. Kari says:

    Congrats on your first show! Wish I lived in your are to have checked it out!!!!

    I LOVE your christmas frames! Sparkly! Just what the season needs.

  14. Laura says:

    That green frame with the off-white hydrangea flowers is to die for! Congrats on your first successful fair.

  15. Annette says:

    I loved the 12×12 frames. So stinkin cute! It was a very fun boutique.

  16. Cherry Blossoms says:

    I am loving my frame! I still need to take a photo if it and send it to you. Have a great day
    PS: Your booth was by far the cutest

  17. Leah says:

    i love the christmas frames!!!!

  18. Amanda says:

    love it all but the green frame w/ theflower is lovely! I have wanted one of your farames forever and would love to get to see your things in person…but…i am a loooong way from AZ! glad your show went so well! i'll post your link on my blog too for another chance to win,yea!!!

  19. Tracy says:

    All of your items are amazing but my favorite is the 12×12 photo frame. So cute!!

  20. Susan Crabtree says:

    I love your 12 x 12 frames! I so wanted to come by & meet you this weekend but of course, with our crazy schedule it didn't work out! I am glad this weekend was a successful one for you-I am not the least bit surprised, you create the cutest stuff!

  21. Michely Medeiros. says:

    i love all your items your very talennted but if i was to pick just one i'd pick the holiday photo frames they're super cute 😀

    have a lovely day!!

  22. Jamie@Giggledust Parties says:

    Congrats on the success of your first show! I LOVE your photo frames..especially the green/blue floral pattern with the pink flower!

    I will also be posting about this on my blog!

  23. Kory & Erin says:

    I love your picture frames! They are adorable!

  24. Kory & Erin says:

    I love your picture frames! They are adorable!

  25. Kory & Erin says:

    I love your picture frames! They are adorable!

  26. Jennifer says:

    I love all of your stuff but I really enjoyed seeing the new holiday frames and tags. Love them!

  27. denise says:

    I love all of them and the new logo ….well, everything is beautiful and eye catching!!!!

  28. katie@tulsadetails says:

    You did an amazing job! I love your frames, your tags, really everything. But I also think you did a great job on your display. Packaging is about as important as the product : )!

  29. B.E.A says:

    Congratulations on a successful booth-everything looked just beautiful!! I love your new frames and your gift tags! Great giveaway!

  30. Angelena says:

    OH KIM EVERYTHING LOOKS GREAT BUT I LOVE YOUR FRAMES SO CUTE FOR CHRISTMAS.I LOVE IT!

  31. Michelle says:

    I'm in love with the hydrangea frame!

  32. Alex Evjen says:

    your picture frames are so beautiful! i'm definitely going to post something about them on facebook, twitter and my blog. make sure to check it out! http://alexandraevjen.com

  33. Abby says:

    I LOVE the holiday picture frames and gift tags! VERY cute!!
    Abby

  34. Anita says:

    Love the notecards and the gift tags…the picture frames are also very cute. I've posted your giveaway on my sidebar. Good luck to everyone!!

  35. Karen says:

    I adore the holiday frames! Everything looked great – wish I had been there!

  36. Scrappin23 says:

    I love everything u do, but your cake toppers & personalized invitations r way to cute – just love them. I hope to purchase a 12×12 frames soon for my b-day, cuz those are just too cute. Congrats on your 1st show. (:

  37. Kristi H says:

    I love it all – would pick the gift tags as my fav though!! How cute would all my presents under the tree look with those on there!!!

  38. Lindsey Rae says:

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE your Holiday frames! I love the idea of getting them out for a special time each year!

  39. Cristina says:

    I love all your picture frames! And I love the idea of a DIY kit for them! I would love to win this giveaway, your stuff is awesome and these would look great underneath my tree!

  40. Sandi says:

    Your Christmas frames are adorable, but I love the gift tags also. Your whole booth was very cute. Wish I was local! 🙂
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  41. SMK says:

    such a super cute booth! i'm gearing up for my first craft fair this weekend, and if i do only a quarter as well as you did, I'll be thrilled! hehe, I don't know why you were nervous, your work is fantastic! so thanks for the "booth inspiration" as I set about putting my booth ideas together hehe!

  42. scrapbookqueensassymouth says:

    I can honestly say I didn't go to the booth fair, but the 12×12 frames in the pictures look awesome. Congrats on the sales!!

  43. Jessica Woodford says:

    Oh super cute tags!! So happy you had a successful first Holiday boutique! (wished I lived closer!)

    Jessica
    http://www.jessicawoodford.typepad.com

  44. Jessica Woodford says:

    I tweeted it! 🙂

    http://twitter.com/jesswoodford

  45. Anonymous says:

    I love the DIY kits. I am a person who loves to make things and sometimes needs a little help so these are perfect!!

    Krystal
    kmdevine04@hotmail.com

  46. Ashley says:

    I love the DIY kits!

  47. Anonymous says:

    I love the holiday frames. So adorable!

    Kristy
    kristyc34 at cox dot com

  48. Aurelia says:

    I love love love the frames! They are so cute! Congrats on a successful first boutique show 🙂

  49. Heather says:

    I think your announcements are super cute! But pretty much all of your stuff is, so how is someone supposed to choose!

  50. Heather says:

    You made it on my facebook… not an easy task! Kudos!

    http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/texastwostep?ref=profile

  51. twingirlsmom says:

    I love your frames with the huge flowers, so girly + fun!

  52. {Erlinda} says:

    Love your holiday frames! So CUTE!

  53. The Hoppers Family says:

    I love your Christmas frames!

  54. Missty says:

    The holiday frames…wow!!! Finding a spot for them right now.

  55. Bethany says:

    Ohhh!! Sign me up!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE your frames! I was catching up on your blog and before I even knew about the giveaway I was thinking, "I LOVE those frames!!" Darling!

  56. heather says:

    loving the frames!!! So cute!!!

  57. Monica says:

    I love the green frame! I have been wanting one for so long and was hoping they wouldn't sell so I could get one off of Etsy! I even asked my husband if I could fly to AZ so I could go to the boutique – he didn't even look surprised!

    I hope you will have some to sell on your Etsy shop soon!

  58. lizlaw875 says:

    I love your frames!!

  59. Jon and Stefanie says:

    I love the holiday frames. Still looking forward to when yo start your DIY Frames.

  60. Karen says:

    I think everything is so cute! But I love that you think of every last detail with fantastic displays, packaging, etc. Gorgeous!

    Karen

  61. mrsstellalee says:

    love your frames and all of your gift tags! everything is perfection!

  62. Heather :: Angel Face Designs :: says:

    Love it all- your tables look great! My favorites are the gift tags – so much cuter than what you find in the stores!!

    I also love the frames – I made some like that for a boutique last year, and yours TOTALLY put mine to shame! Gorgeous!

  63. Heather :: Angel Face Designs :: says:

    Tweeted! (@afdjewelry)

  64. Emily says:

    I tweeted about it (@Fettbot) and I like the top right labels with the snowflake and polka dot border! emilyfette@gmail.com

  65. 3girlygirls says:

    i love your picture frames …. too cute

  66. Anonymous says:

    I LOVE both the white scroll frame with your business name, and could really use an organization board with the ribbons -of course everything of yours is to die for!!
    sweetiesbykim@aol.com

  67. *margie* - Double the Giggles says:

    LOVE the holiday frames! You think of everything! Congrats on a successful show, Kimi 😉

  68. Antinette says:

    I don't think I can pick just one thing- it is all so yummy! I love love the frames- my little Hadley's school pic would look so cute in one!

  69. Ivys Events says:

    I love the frames!!! They are sooo cute! 🙂 Great job chica! EVERYTHING LOOKS FABULOUS!

  70. Ashleigh says:

    I love the frames with the beautiful flowers!

  71. Gigi says:

    Wow… you can tell that everyone wants to win the giveaway! Including me!! Well even if I don't win I just wanted to congratulate you for your succesful Holiday Boutique and also your succesful blog!! I don't know how I found you but I am glad I did. Everyday I am anxious to see what is new.

    I can't wait for your do it yourself kits, I love your picture frames. The flower gives it a special touch!

    I think the green frame is SPECTACULAR!!!!! I envy the person that had the oppurtunity to purchase it. Your tags I love, they are so out of the ordinary.

    Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration to us all.

    Gigi
    lillian.estefan@yahoo.com

  72. Gabbie Duran says:

    I love the DIY frames, ADORABLE!!!

  73. Kim - The TomKat Studio says:

    I LOVE you ALL!! You are too sweet! Thank you for supporting me and all of your lovely compliments!! GOOD LUCK! With all these responses, maybe I'll giveaway one of the Christmas frames I have left, too! 🙂 It is the season for GIVING, right?!? XOXOXOXO, Kim

  74. Vanessa Zuern says:

    I LOVE your gift tags. You are SO talented:)

  75. the troyers says:

    Your square frames are awesome! What a cute accent to any room!

  76. Alicia says:

    Love your work! I have always bought the store sticker gift tags but this year I've made an effort to do things homemade or purchase homemade items. LOVE LOVE LOVE the gift tags Kim!

  77. LADY JANE'S EMPORIUM says:

    Sigh…I guess I have to dis-qualify myself! LOL…You make it impossible for me to choose a favorite! Love it all! We are still waiting for our Jalina Rose…hmmmm…maybe she'll come into this world with one of your awesone gifty tags attached! I'd surely frame it for a fabulois flower frame…see Kim…you make this wonderfully hard! And spare me…lol…waiting for baby is hard enough…sigh!

  78. Cloe says:

    Love the gift tags – so cute!

  79. Sarah says:

    The tags are sooo cute!!

  80. the wyrick's says:

    i love your frames….just precious!!!!

  81. Jessica Fronce says:

    I absolutely love your 12X12 frames! I am not surprised you sold out. 🙂 I look at your blog daily and you inspire me to be more crafty and creative. Thank you!

  82. Lisa says:

    I love the frame that is blue with white flowers. I have been anxiously awaiting your DIY frame kits so that I can make one for my BFF.

  83. Katelin says:

    I am excited that you are selling DIY kits.. so good for friends that are mini Martha's like myself!

    Great work!

  84. The Thompson Family says:

    I am torn between The adorable Picture Frames and your gift tags. LOVE EM

    Thanks for all your inspiration.

    Andrea
    thompson1975@sbcglobal.net

  85. Kimber Hagans says:

    Your booth is nothing short of amazing! What I love is the way you display ALL your gorgeous goods, and everything flows so beautifully! Oh~~~~and did I mention the frames and gift tags are some of my favs!! Your inner beauty (heart) glows thru all your products! Best~~Kimber

  86. Christine says:

    love the gift cards with the scallop tags! so pretty!

  87. Carrie and Jordan says:

    your frames are amazing!!!

  88. Peek at My Paper says:

    Hello
    I love the gift tags 🙂
    Thanks for the chance to win!!!
    Brenda

  89. The Hebert Family says:

    I found your blog recently and love everything you have> i keep coming back and checking out all the new things. love the tags and frames, all too cute!!!!

  90. Alejandra says:

    Your products are amazing! The tags are super cute 🙂

  91. Blanca says:

    I love all of your stuff…you are very creative.

    I would love your adorable gift tags. Your birth announcements are also so adorable.

    Thanks!

    Blanca

    carlsonblanca@yahoo.com

  92. Blanca says:

    I blogged about your giveaway! (:

    http://thecarlsonbunch.blogspot.com/

    Thanks, again!

    carlsonblanca@yahoo.com

  93. Lauren says:

    I love your DIY frames, so adorable…the green one with the flower is my favorite!

  94. Diana@DevineDesigns says:

    Love the green 12×12 frame with the baby photo. Too cute! The tags are adorable.

    Thanks too for the link to Miss Kate. I followed the link and have read her story and am keeping the family in my prayers.

  95. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I LOVE your frames! All of them! The Xmas ones and the everyday ones! I can't wait until you have the DIY kits on etsy! 🙂

  96. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I LOVE your frames! All of them! The Xmas ones and the everyday ones! I can't wait until you have the DIY kits on etsy! 🙂

  97. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I LOVE your frames! All of them! The Xmas ones and the everyday ones! I can't wait until you have the DIY kits on etsy! 🙂

  98. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I posted it on facebook! http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.php?id=1457615967&ref=nf

  99. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I posted it on facebook! http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.php?id=1457615967&ref=nf

  100. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    I posted it on facebook! http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.php?id=1457615967&ref=nf

  101. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    Twitter too! I love me some TomKat Studio! http://twitter.com/BruinWise

  102. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    Twitter too! I love me some TomKat Studio! http://twitter.com/BruinWise

  103. Wendy @ Whimsy & Wise Events says:

    Twitter too! I love me some TomKat Studio! http://twitter.com/BruinWise

  104. Kristi says:

    I love your crafty items and would love some Holiday tags!

  105. LiveLovePhotography says:

    I tweeted it yesterday. Did you see? My faves are the vintage santa xmas frames. And the taggies cuz I punched some 🙂 And it was hard for me!!! Like I said I like to cut and paste with the click of the mouse 🙂

  106. Kim - The TomKat Studio says:

    LLP – Just saw your tweet! Thanks! 🙂

    For some reason, I'm not getting email notifications for this giveaway post…annoying, but excited there's over 100 entries! Keep 'em coming ladies, tell your friends! 🙂 Then tell them, if they win…they have to share!

    Hope you have a fabulous weekend!

  107. Couture Parties says:

    ADORABLE as usual 🙂

  108. Becca says:

    Kim, it was so nice to finally meet you and I LOVE everything you make….frames and tags are my favs!! Thank you so much!!

  109. PBLpartygirl says:

    Love your gift tag designs, so creative and pretty!

    I posted your giveaway on my blog!
    monchechelove.blogspot.com

  110. TheWrightStuff says:

    While I love all your creativeness…at your booth the holiday frames had to be my favorite!

  111. TheWrightStuff says:

    Here is the link about you and your greatness…http://thewrightstuff-az.blogspot.com/2009/11/our-little-artist.html

  112. Krafty Joy says:

    I LOVE THE GIFT TAGS!!!

    you are so CREATIVE!!!

    I posted this on my blog
    http://www.jaebellz.blogspot.com
    (i'm still new to bloggin!)

    =) Joy

  113. Hartley Family says:

    I LOVE your holiday tags and holiday frames!!! joiehartley@gmail.com

  114. Mandi @ It's come to this says:

    How Fun!! I love local gift shows like that. I love your frames, but LOVE LOVE LOVE your gift tags!!

  115. Kym says:

    I love love love the tags and the pictures and notes holder with the black ribbon. Gorgeous!

  116. Thuy Hadvab says:

    Looked so fun! So sad I missed it. But very happy to see "Kate's" board is getting so much use! 🙂

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