[Jewelry making - Article 00794] - Re: [Orchid] Craft show tips-theft

[Kofoed Design]

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>      As a jeweler doing shows, especially if you work in precious metal
>     and gemstones, you must be aware of the fact that there are
>     preditors who make their living by artfully stealing the entire
>     inventory of targeted jewelers. 

    I definitely agree with this. Several years ago I stopped doing
    mainstream shows and street fairs because of the theft factor. There
    were shows where I had more stolen than I sold. The past few years I
    have only done shows where the customers are preselected in some
    fashion, like museum shows and science fiction conventions, and I
    have had no problems with theft. This year I am scheduled to do a few
    outdoor shows, and I have made some changes for better security. 

Janet Kofoed

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