Portable Trade Show

How do I find out about upcoming beading jewelery trade shows?

I am trying to start a small beaded jewelery and finding business. Right now I think trade shows are my best option. Any insight on how to find out how to get started? I know churches... but how do you get advanced notice other than a small circle of friends?

Public Comments

1. Your local Chamber of Commerce or a local womens network That's a start take pictures of your most valued work and find boutiques to send those pictures and a small sample of your work and terms. Also: offering your most valued work to charity auctions, exposure is what you're looking for, be your own well dressed customer for the sake of your new business, go to where your target market of women are and shine.
2. Go to Firemountaingems.com they have a listing of local shows.