A few weeks ago Jeff Devlin and I travel from Pennsylvania to Cleveland, Ohio to set up a display and interactive booth at the NARI Remodeling show.
We wanted to bring the show “Stone House Revival” to life. Jeff setup a workshop area where he built some small pieces of furniture and taught attendees some simple furniture building techniques. Jeff is the host of the show and I am the Design Coordinator. Together we created a miniature version of what you see on the show.
We wanted attendees to experience and learn from us even if they don’t live in a 100 year old farmhouse.
Jeff built the timber frame structure you see above and the dining table and I staged the area “farmhouse style”.
On the other side of our area, Jeff set up his workshop. It was a fully working shop where he built a couple of tables then gave them away to the audience. He met with attendees, posed for photos and answered tons a questions about old homes and the show.
Even the kids got a chance to learn a little carpentry from Jeff.
My area was simple but filled with farmhouse charm. I used music sheets for placemats, simple white plates and mason jar glassware.
I also set up a small table and taught attendees how to letter on a chalkboard plaque like a pro.
We were at the show for 2 days in a row. We meet so many nice people and fans of the show. It was overwhelming to hear all the good things people had to say about the show.
The huppah, as I call it, was a hit and drew people in to our space. The blue metal chairs were a hit too, and one of my favorite colors.
Jeff and I are hoping to take this show on the road and visit some other Home Shows up and down the east coast.
Maybe you’ll see us in your home town.
Follow along on instagram and facebook so you won’t miss us. We’d love to meet you!
Thanks for posting about this. Looks like you both had a great time. Jeff Devlin is such a sweetie. I hadn’t seen the new show. Don’t watch much TV, but will definitely catch it online. So glad they snapped you up to work on this show. Looks like it is right up your alley.
Awe, thanks Darla! Yes, Jeff is a great guy. Hope you are well!