First Show of the Season

Well it was an absolutely amazing show in Wolfville this past weekend at Acadia. It was my first time at that show and I met some pretty talented folks, made some new crafty friends and got some of my first Christmas shopping done all in the same place! Just thought I should introduce you to some of the fantastic places I got some one of a kind pieces for my family gifts:

-The Rock Maple Toy Company - Dan is a toy maker, his work is amazing and we (well our son Taylor) will be the lucky owner of a beautiful wooden bulldozer this Christmas morning. But it was a hard decision, he has planes, trains, cars, jeeps, wooden puzzles, rattles and all sorts of fun things.

-Earth Art Cashmere and Design - Christina and her family run a farm in Pictou County where they raise cashmere goats, and then produce gorgeous finished pieces (and oh so soft!) I am highly coveting a pair of their mittens!

-Art by Amanda Muis - Amanda makes the most beautiful, natural art pieces. Everything you would want around you in your home. Her booth was like stepping back into an old fashioned Christmas. I wanted to live there. All natural wreaths of holly, pines, spruce, berries and even some lovely handmade stockings. And the smell just makes you wish for Christmas time. I came home with a wreath that I can't wait to put on our new home (Closing date: December 14! More on this soon!)

-Green Grass Toys - Melanie and her family were just lovely people. It was great to meet them. An array of all things fun! My favorites were her wool felted baby balls, little wooden cars, and bunting banners. All of it adorable! We had some great conversation, and I even came home with a bag of fabric scraps that I'm sure will be put to good use! This made me start thinking of doing fabric scrap swaps with folks, I think I'll look into that!

So this is just a sampling of the great work I found this weekend, but it was an endless sea of amazing finds and people. I was so glad to be a part of it! And also have to give a shout out to my husband who helped with set up and selling the entire weekend, couldn't have done it without him! And to my Mama who took in our baby for the time we were away - Thank you! Taylor misses his Nana already!

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Happy Holidays!

Ah, Christmas cards, carols and a nice glass of red wine........and a sleeping baby!

I couldn't resist posting this pic of our little Taylor. After standing in a line with tons of super excited and screaming kids for half an hour, Taylor finally got to meet Santa! So now we've made the introductions and Santa will know where to find him on Christmas eve : ) I'm pretty sure I cried and cried and did not want to sit on Santa's lap when I was a little girl, but Taylor loved him and smiled for the first picture! 

Merry Christmas friends! 

Fa la la la la......Christmas at the Forum

Photo courtesy of Mr. Hubley (digitalbuild.ca)

Wow, I've been quite neglectful my bloggy friends. Please forgive me, I've been so busy spending every spare minute I can find to lock myself away in my sewing room! 

Every year I go to the annual 'Christmas at the Forum', a really large crafters and artisan market here in Halifax. It's a perfect way to start getting in the festive mood. When you walk through the door you can hear familiar Christmas Carols playing and the smell of delicious food hits your nose! So not only am I excited to be attending this year, but it's my first time as a vendor there! So this is why I've been so busy, sewing away! 

If you're local, please come visit at the Halifax Forum, November 6, 7 and 8th! 

Halifax Crafters Market

I found out a few days ago that I was accepted to the Halifax Crafters Christmas Market! 

I had a chance to stop over to their Autumn Harvest show at the North Street Church. It's such a nice venue, lots of character! But I guess that they are outgrowing the space and there's been enough interest that this years Christmas show will be at the Olympic Community Centre, with more room and more vendors (at the corner of Hunter and Cunard) for all you locals..... it's December 5th and 6th, just in time to get shopping for handmade gifts! I got the cutest little squeaker turtle from Susan of The Silver Hook for Taylor, he loves it! 

If you're not in Halifax, I encourage you to find your own local Christmas craft market and support your local artists this holiday season! You'll feel good about supporting local small business owners and giving a one of a kind gift!