How is it already December 6th?

The last few months have been a blur. I'm behind on just about everything, my 'to do' list grows by the minute, my house is a mess, my studio is a disaster, and even my cats are speaking in full sentences to express their frustration (and by that I mean, they're pooping on the floor..).  Alas, I have three more shows scheduled for this month including a two-person artisan boutique on Saturday, December 10th which I know will be lots of fun because I’ll be set up alongside Marla from Back Porch Soap Company at her home-based studio at 779 Union Street in Duxbury, MA from 10am to 3pm. Between the two of us, there’ll be a great selection of wonderful gifts to choose from for everyone on your shopping list..

Then I’m off to hang out with 50 of my closest artsy pals in Pawtucket, RI for CRAFTOPIA on Sunday December 11th from 10am to 4pm. 

Then the final show of the season is in Jamaica Plain, MA at the Footlight Club on Saturday, December 17th from 11am to 5pm.  Weehah!, AG Ambroult, Hilary and Rocklen Designs will also be there... so you know it'll be fun, festive and full of great goods.

p.s. wishing Emily and Keith a fabulous wedding weekend in Michigan..so sorry to miss it but I'll be with you in spirit! Love you guys.. have a blast!

Early December Update

Another fantastic weekend spent in Norwell and Newton.  Thank you, thank you, thank you! Wow, I’m a little overwhelmed.  As usual I get such great ideas when talking to people at shows and I just can’t wait to get back to the studio and create new designs. But first, I’ll take a deep breath and reflect on this weekend’s wonderfulness. 

For the record, I'm totally in LOVE with this building.

and I LOVE showing in this room at the James Library.

Heading back to Norwell where I grew up and exhibiting in the James Library is pretty darn neat.  Especially since I was next to Marla from Back Porch Soap Company (formerly in Plymouth, my current hometown) now in Duxbury.  On a rare occasion you encounter someone and can finish each other’s sentences within about 30 seconds of meeting.  Luckily she is one of those special few... so in addition to a great day with lots of visitors (including some old friends I haven’t seen in years!!), I met a new crafty friend and enjoyed the wafting scents of her yummy soaps and cosmetics! Oh, one more thing, if you're interested in learning how to make your own soap, Marla teaches classes!

A customer enjoying the offerings of Back Porch Soap Company

Then onto Newton where I had the pleasure of being adjacent to yet another window (natural light is awesome) and Sherit from Tiresh.  As a graduate of RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), she puts her painting skills to work and brings them to life on wearable fabrics including scarves, hats, capes, skirts, and newest to her line, pins and barrettes!   

I got to top off the weekend by celebrating a friend’s birthday at the Deluxe Town Diner in Watertown.  I was LOVING the décor as well as the menu (huge) and couldn’t get over the fact that the birthday girl enjoyed mac n cheese with a side of bacon while I was eating tofu + quinoa as not many places offer such a wide variety of options!  Highly recommend! A great way to end a fabulous weekend in December. 

 

Diners rule (this photo does not).

Happy Birthday to a very awesome lady!

Next and FINAL stop on the 2010 show train, ready or not, here I come!

December 11 + 12

Show Hours:
Saturday 10-5 / Sunday 10-4

11th Annual New England
Holiday Craft Festival

Rockingham Park Racetrack
79 Rockingham Park Blvd
Salem, NH