A few weeks ago we vendored at a really cool event and I've just realized I totally forgot to write up a review. This year was the 11th annual Experience Asia Festival in Tallahassee, FL. I'd never even heard of it before until an acquaintance happened to mention last month that it was coming up soon. Thinking that it sounded like an interesting venue, I emailed their event organizer to see if they had room for another booth. Though it was very last minute they were so gracious, kind and informative. They got us registered within a day, even though the official cutoff time for registering had already passed. When we arrived, there was a large group of volunteers waiting to help us set up our tent and the rest of our things. It was a very cool perk, even though I wasn't really sure what to tell them to help with because I'm not used to having such a large group of help. They even came back at the end of the day to help us pack up. This was an outdoor event and a bit blustery, so I've put it in my notes to think up a better method to display the products so that they won't fly away! ;) We were set up right next to the stage and they had a lot excellent entertainment. I enjoyed catching bits of dances from all over Asia. And the Matsuriza taiko drumming troupe was the highlight of the day for our ears. We could also smell all the tasty foods nearby, but sadly were a bit too busy to run and get some. And... our customers were fabulous! I had the opportunity to dress two lovely young ladies, and they were wonderfully patient and curious. I even got heartfelt hugs from the proud new owner of a beautiful garnet haori. When you're weary from a fun but exhausting day of kimono sales, nothing beats a genuinely thrilled customer coming back for a quick hug of appreciation.
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