Hi all. I am very new to art fairs. I want to do a show that is indoors with an 8' x 10' (wide) booth space. The space needs to be draped per the rules, so that you do not see the booths behind or beside you. The back drape needs to be 8' tall and sides need to be at min. 3' tall. I guess the frame of a 10 x 10 EZ Up tent will not work. Any suggestions on an adjustable frame that I could use at other shows also. Give me some drape ideas also please. I am on a tight budget and have to also set up/take down on my own.
Thank you.
Maureen Strother
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As for the frame schedule 40 PVC pipe which is available at your local Home Depot, Lowes, Ace etc. 1'1/2 with a center support would probably do it. The drapes can be made of ponte double knit polyester which is about $6.00 a yd and is 60" wide. It is generally available at any Hancock or Joann Fabrics. Find a coupon on line for either one and you can get 40% off. Double knit polyester will never need ironing and will always look good when hung.
Maureen- I don't know about the frame, but years ago I decided that black drapes in my booth would really set off my pieces. I was stunned at the cost of buying them so decided to sew some myself. I bought the cheapest black material my fabric store had and made velcro tabs along the tops for attaching them. That way I could put up the frame and then hang the drapes. Since the fabric was 60" wide I just made 2 panels per side. They have worked great! And didn't cost very much!!
Hello Maureen and welcome. This topic may have been discussed here before. You could try to put this topic into the search bar and see what comes up. Good luck.