Collectors choosing their Premier Numbers during the 2024 Premier Number Weekend Opening Party.
Although our chalkware is often associated with the holiday season, spring marks the special time when collectors can acquire the coveted “Premier Numbers.” Each piece in our 2025 Chalkware Collection is assigned a number in the order in which it is painted, and the lowest numbers (1 through 10) are reserved for this exclusive event.
How to Participate:
Beginning when the Retail Gallery opens at 9:00 AM on the day of the Premier Number Kickoff Party, collectors may visit our gallery at any time during business hours to receive a raffle ticket—one per person. This ticket grants them the opportunity to purchase up to two (2) Premier Number pieces from the new Chalkware Collection.
At 5:00 PM, when the Premier Number Kickoff Party officially begins, we will draw raffle tickets to determine the order in which collectors may choose their pieces. This system ensures that every collector—whether they arrive early in the day or just for the evening’s event—has an equal chance of securing a low-numbered piece, including the highly sought-after Number 1.
If the collector is not present when their turn is called, then the next collector on the list will have their opportunity.
Additional Details:
Once all raffle ticket holders have had their opportunity to select up to two Premier Number pieces, any remaining chalkware will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis.
Any online pre-orders placed before the event will be fulfilled starting the Monday following the event. These orders will be processed in the sequence they were received, using the next available Premier Numbers.
Join us for this exciting event, where tradition and artistry come together to celebrate the craftsmanship of Vaillancourt Folk Art’s 2025 Chalkware Collection.
Midnight Santa on School Bell, VFA Nr. 25031
Questions & Answers
Q: What happens if I have already pre-ordered pieces online but want to come to the event? A: Consider your pieces reserved and pre-paid! Your pre-order has been filled in the order in which it was placed; there is a possibility that by attending in person you’ll be able to choose a lower number of the items you’ve chosen. If that is the case, you’re welcome to choose those numbers and we will “swap” out items that are held for you. This is an ideal situation if you’re on the fence about joining us but want to make certain that you are able to get the lowest number!
Q: What numbers are available? A: Each piece of the new Chalkware Collection will have a #1 through #10 reserved exclusively for in-store collectors. If a piece is being released from exclusivity, then the lowest number available will be available for purchase. Pre-orders will begin with #11 and filled in the order in which they were placed.
Q: Do I need to arrive first to get the first choice?
A: No! Whether you arrive at 9am or 4:59pm, the raffle ensures that each collector has equal chance of a Premier Number.
Q: Will Judi be on hand to sign my pieces? A: Yes, but in some cases Judi has pre-signed many pieces to help with flow of the event.
Q: I’m not a “Collector” can I still come?
A: Whether you’ve purchase one item or three-thousand items, we consider you a “collector” and warmly invite you to join us and other Collectors in celebrating the release of the newest Chalkware collection!
Q: What are your Retail Gallery hours for the day?
A: We are open regular retail hours—open at 9am. However, the new Chalkware Collection will not be available until 5pm.
