Before anything else I want to thank you for all the well wishes from my last post. I am so touched by all your kind and thoughtful words. I have been holding my breath every day of this pregnancy and it felt so good to finally be able to share my news.
How great to finally have some energy back, to start living life again. I managed to get out on two big adventures earlier this month. I first read about Junk Bonanza here. My first thought was "I have to go and meet Lisa no matter how tired I am". We had met when I hosted my first ATC Swap and when I found out how close she lived, I knew we had to meet. I just didn't realize it would take this long. I'm so happy to have made the connection. She is charming, sweet, fun and super talented. I couldn't wait to get my hands on some of her gorgeous bibs.
Another surprise encounter was of a blogger whose site I always seem to link to after reading about one of her super popular swaps she's always hosting. Kari had put together one killer booth that made me want to pick up and touch everything in sight. We hit it off immediately. Something about the common bond of blogging made us friends instantly. I couldn't resist these things from her.
Finally, there was Karen, whose beautiful vintage button jewelry made me dizzy with joy. But Peanut was done so I didn't get a chance to talk with her but hope to in the future.
One last stop in the big tent outside and I scored these lovely buttons. One dollar for each card. What is it about old buttons? I'm always so drawn to them.
The other great adventure I had was a trip to the State Fair. I have to go. Every year, no matter what. Even though my pictures look similar to last years, I love to go...I feel a renewed sense of inspiration from seeing all the creative works on display.
The sculpture made from the garbage pulled out of the Mississippi River.
Sock Monkey Dress lady returns.
This year she knitted this incredible chair just for the fair.
Vintage apron display.
Finally, there's always some sort of group artist work. This years "Art in a Box" seems like a fun project.
Happy Autumn!! My favorite season has arrived.
