How to Prepare for the Tucson Bead Shows

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Grammydr — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 03:18:04 GMT

A bag on wheels is going with me to the bead shows.

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BeadPassions — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 21:14:21 GMT

Well, I've been to many many bead shows, large and small, but NEVER to the Tucson show. Darn. However, this article has such great information for ALL beady events, I've taken notice. And thank you so very much!

A big fan in Northern California

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skidsmrs — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 03:51:01 GMT

I too am going to the 2013 Tucson show. I asked several people on Beader's Showcase for tips for a first time attendee. Comfortable shoes. Cash is better than credit due to the fact that some vendors give better deals for cash. Make labels with your info. Name address phone number. If you are a business have your company name and tax number on the label also. By using labels you can save time rather than filling out the contact info on your sales slip. Carry water and maybe a protein bar or two, but check with the venue to see if outside food is allowed. If taking in a rolling bag check the website for allowed sizes. Some shows can be pre-registered for. This will save time. If someone asked you to buy for them remember you can always text them a picture to confirm that it is the proper item before purchasing it. Some shows are so huge that if you find something buy it due to the fact that you may not be able to find it again. One person said that during the last days of the shows some vendors cut their prices even more due to the fact that they do not want to ship it home. Have fun! I know I will!

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crystal kym — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:06:27 GMT

I am going to the Tuscon show for the 1st time in Feb 1st. I have attended the Sept. show, which doesn't compare. The advise given is great, I have gotten the guide, and I must say, this advice was one of the best tips. We are planning our trip. I'm going doing a two fold trip. One will be for gems & minerals, and than the beading supplies. My store Crystals on the Rocks, carries both beading supplies, and crystals. This is going to be such an experience. To all attending, have a great time!

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bronxy33@gmail.com — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 12:45:34 GMT

tazachary---I live in Tucson and attend the show every year. There are locations throughout town in hotel lobbies, the Tucson Convention Center, and various tents in parking lots around town. Some vendors are set up for longer periods of times than others, so you have to catch them when they're there. The best thing to do is go online and google Tucson Gem & Mineral Show 2013. You can find free schedules and maps and plan which days you'd like to come and where to go. And don't forget to check the weather ahead of time!

Have fun!!

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tazachary — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 08:35:44 GMT

Could you please tell me where the jewelry show is in tucson this year? I have a brother that lives about an hr away and I visit him often and would like to plan my trip at the same time so I could go to the show. Thank you.

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momherb — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 23:58:26 GMT

I live in Tucson and always go to the Tucson Gem & Mineral and Bead Shows several times each year. I LOVE it. It's one of my all-time favorite Tucson events. I have just learned to make earrings so this year I'll be looking for findings. Can anyone recommend which vendor(s) I should look for?

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DanielleF@9 — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 22:21:38 GMT

Thanks, Lynn. That's a great idea about the boxes. You make sure to insure the packages, I assume. I'm looking forward to the nice weather, too, though it seems to rain a lot while I'm at the shows. Which reminds me of another tip: BRING AN UMBRELLA just in case.

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Lynn Sharkey — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:34:05 GMT

Danielle, I am from Lino Lakes MN. and am fortunate enough to be going to the Tucson show on Feb. 6th. I attended the show about 10 years ago and was in absolute awe with everything. Thank you for your tips but I do have another one to add. With the weight of beads and the cost of luggage, stop by the post office and get the (free) priority mailing boxes in various sizes and ship back your beads this way. This of course depends on how much you buy and the weight.. Just heard Tucson was 81' yesterday, a bit of an improvement of what we have been having here at home.

Lynn Sharkey