It's a misconception that it's always sunny in the Sunshine State of Florida. It is only called so because Florida happens to be one of the warmer areas in the United States. While it gets more sunlight there than in any other place in the US, Florida gets its fair share of typhoons that happen in all tropical climates.
But even with these, craft shows, as well as the fairs and festivals in which the happen in, still go on. What does this mean for you, if you have a rented booth? What else, but "The show must go on!" You wouldn't skip on a day of extra income because of inclement weather!
But it would be foolish to sell your crafts at a fair and come unprepared. Water will inevitably damage, or worse, destroy, your goods. Take extra precautions so that your pieces won't get wet. The next few paragraphs will explain some of the more common precautions that are normally brought to the table:
To prepare for possible rainfall, make sure that your crafts are not set on the floor, where no amount of plastic covering will protect it from the base. The event organizers give you a table, and it is best if you use it. Once it does rain, cover up your crafts with a thick plastic sheet. Any other waterproof material works, too, but do make sure that it doesn't have any holes on it.
It's not just about the rain, though. Bear in mind that typhoons will most likely have strong winds, and you will only be frustrated when said winds blow away the plastic sheets you meticulously covered your table and wares with. To prevent this, my suggestion would be to bring along heavy weights and clothesline clips and have them at the ready. In a pinch, heavy rocks will do just fine, just be sure to keep them close by.
But even with these, craft shows, as well as the fairs and festivals in which the happen in, still go on. What does this mean for you, if you have a rented booth? What else, but "The show must go on!" You wouldn't skip on a day of extra income because of inclement weather!
But it would be foolish to sell your crafts at a fair and come unprepared. Water will inevitably damage, or worse, destroy, your goods. Take extra precautions so that your pieces won't get wet. The next few paragraphs will explain some of the more common precautions that are normally brought to the table:
To prepare for possible rainfall, make sure that your crafts are not set on the floor, where no amount of plastic covering will protect it from the base. The event organizers give you a table, and it is best if you use it. Once it does rain, cover up your crafts with a thick plastic sheet. Any other waterproof material works, too, but do make sure that it doesn't have any holes on it.
It's not just about the rain, though. Bear in mind that typhoons will most likely have strong winds, and you will only be frustrated when said winds blow away the plastic sheets you meticulously covered your table and wares with. To prevent this, my suggestion would be to bring along heavy weights and clothesline clips and have them at the ready. In a pinch, heavy rocks will do just fine, just be sure to keep them close by.
About the Author:
Sam Weyland loves to go around in the various Florida Craft Shows. She heartily suggests Florida Craft Fairs to find the closest Florida Fair near you!
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