Lisa’s Pieces

Our black Lisa's Pieces t-shirts on the floor, soaking wet and looking limp.

What We Learned As Newbie Summer Market Vendors

Derek and I weren’t new to the concept of gathering a bunch of different vendors and putting them in one showcase. After all, he managed the World of Motorcycles Expo in London for a decade. There were spin-off shows in Kitchener and Hamilton as well. I was alongside him for many of them. Most people were wonderful. Oh, the stories I could tell about some of the sleazy, manipulative, and hostile folks we dealt with. But he won’t let me!

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Our booth set up with a grey tent with a back wall, a long table at the back with a blue tablecloth and various tables with merch on them.

ImPort Stanley – Small Town Retail’s Not for the Weak

Before we moved to Port Stanley, our realtor told us that the village was, “its own ecosystem when it comes to real estate.” Having lived here for five years, I’d say there’s more about this village that’s particular to its atmosphere. Or perhaps it’s a lot like other villages that endure quiet winters and rely heavily on tourism.

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Our booth set up with a vertical Lisa's Pieces sign and Derek at the back sitting in a chair, drinking a Monster energy drink.

Our Outdoor Market Experience as Vendors

For nearly a decade, Derek put together (with partners) the World of Motorcycles Expo in London, ON. When we signed up for the Sunset Vintage Market on Sunday, we knew a bit about what we were in for. But boy, we had a lot to learn! We had attended it several times as browsers and really enjoyed it. Now it was time to take part.

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DIY Book Decor – Published in The Londoner

A DIY Gift for Book Lovers Dec 19/16

We are a nation of book-lovers. For many people, a couple of shelves full of beloved books provide comfort and make us feel at home. Even though we’ve embraced E-readers, there’s still nothing like cracking the spine of a brand new book. …

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