You know me, I like a craft fair, I do, so my friend, Mandy who I play flute duets with, and I drove into town to attend the Summer Craft Fair at Mareel.
There were two areas – the main auditorium and foyer. As we were pretty early, there were only few customers around (which was lovely) but the stall-holders were all set up and ready.
We wandered around, chatting to the craft-makers and admired their stalls, buying Lovely Things as we went.
I cannot tell you just how much I was taken with this amazing picture by Hentilagets. It spoke to me and then I had to convince myself that I needed it.
I also love these.
We did more looking at the Lovely Things. This pendant is by Shetland Jewellery – The Mirrie Dancers (northern lights) on Mousa Broch – my photos do not do it justice (the light in the auditorium was not helpful).
Shetland chocolate…… hmmmm.
Incredible woodwork by Paparwark. That is a “jumper board” – a necessity for Shetland knitters.
I might’ve bought myself a vase too – because I have been looking for something small to put flowers in – Gill Owen Ceramics
And I was totally in love with these crocheted cats. So clever.
Folk had worked very hard at their beautiful crafts. I was very impressed at the high standard. While we were perusing everything, the Fair did start to fill up with shoppers. I was glad we had gone early. It was a wise choice.
And yes, I brought the wave picture home. I just had to. I love it. I needed it and it looks just right in my shed. It is the kind of thing that I would’ve gone back for the next day, only to find someone else had bought it. But this time, it was me!
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Oh can I ever identify with loving a craft fair where very creative people can display whatever their talents are. I had to laugh at an article I saw on line which proclaimed a way to ‘Add Years to Your Life’. The article suggesting discovering & appreciating beauty, whether in nature or in art. As one who is so firmly planted in the appreciation of life’s wonders, I had to pause & try to consider what others are doing to deal with the rocky parts & paths of life. Again, thank you for sharing the Shetland’s beauty in the environment, the two & four legged ventures, & what people are creating. The fair must be a delight to the senses.
Thanks for sharing photos of so much lovely stuff; your wave picture is beautiful!
Totally agree about the “Wave”. It’s mesmerizing… draws you right in.
What a lovely fair! Your new painting is great!
My sister & I have a rule at craft fairs and antique shows – if an item sings the “Hallelujah Chorus” – you buy it or forever stop whining about the missed item. If it just “hums” walk away.
oh, I do like that! Great Rule.