Volksfest Vendors Needed

Last year was the first year that Volksfest offered an Arts and Craft show along with their popular festival.  After the success of the show, we’re planning to do it again.  Imagine yourself listening to the live polka bands and smelling the aroma of German food all while looking at 100% handmade crafts.  Being able to talk to the person who made the item brings a special effect.  Jewelry made from broken glass made some unique one of a kind pieces.  Wooden puzzles precisely cut with a scroll saw and rough edges all sanded to create a work of art.  Gourds grown in a garden then allowed to dry and beautifully painted or herbs pressed between glass to produce a natural trivet.  Antlers found from many walks in the woods made for great wine racks and other various pieces.  Goats milk soaps from real goats milk were some of the treasures found last year.

     We’re looking for vendors again to add to this unique experience.  These items must be 100% handmade, no resale allowed.  The festival already has food available so no food items.   The date is Saturday September 10, 2011 from 9 am to 6 pm.  The cost of a 10x10’ space is $30.  The proceeds go to the Volksfest festival.  This festival has given back to the community in various ways so the money stays local.   Please keep in mind that this is an outdoor event so plan accordingly.  

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Waupun Farmer's Market

     If you are ever wondering where to find me check out the Waupun Farmer's Market on Thursdays from 4-7.  Only in it's second year this little market set along the Rock River has a vast array of things to offer.  Everything from honey, buffalo, grass fed meats, woodworking, glass art, candles, jewelry, seasonal produce, flowers (fresh cut and potted), antler art, knitted items and my soap.
     With ample parking and a play ground for the kids to play, this market offers enjoyment for the whole family.  So if you are looking for the freshest produce...you need to go to a farmers market.  Maybe you might be looking for that special gift you won't find anywhere else...you need to get to a farmers market.

This is our son Ethan (8) who I take with me as my helper.  On this day I took lotions, so that made my display a little bigger.  Usually I just have my soaps with me.

This is looking down one way through the market.  Right now you can find 25-30 vendors there selling their wares.

These are the vendors next to me.  After seeing the pictures I forgot to take some across from me.

So if you are ever in the Waupun area on Thursdays between 4-7 stop by and smell the newest soaps or try some lotion.  This is the display you need to look for...Ethan will sell you anything, trust me.  He sold his first bar of soap yesterday and was so proud of himself.    I'm usually chasing Preston our almost 16 month old or talking to vendors.  :)