Weekend Art Show in a Garden

What a fun weekend! I always enjoy hanging out with other artists/crafters. Sometimes the best part of doing a show is the neighbors.This show is held twice a year in the backyard garden of a couple of crafty women.

For some years there has been an evolving group of artists who come and show here. Everyone invites their friends and followers. Some members have moved away and return to town to do the show. It has the feel of a family reunion and party with art. We have delicious snacks and live music.

Come on in. I'll introduce you to some of my neighbors. 

       These gourd girls are the work of Wendy Simon who was positioned opposite me along the driveway. I got to watch many people admire and purchase her work throughout the weekend. Her gourd masks, felted pieces and dolls made from seed pods all have a playful nature.

Jena Massengill (Grateful Threads) combines denim clothing and Hawaiian shirts with beautiful results. By the end of the weekend, several of the other artists were wearing her irresistible pieces.

Kathy Sinnott (Beads on a Wire) not only makes these lampworked beads one at a time, but will  use them to create a custom bracelet, necklace or earrings for you on the spot. You can sort through her baskets and select the individual beads you want because no two are exactly alike.

The beads sparkled so beautifully in the sun. Each one has amazing detail. And, oh, the colors!

Laurie Mount makes bath salts, body lotions, and a variety of delicious things to eat: jams, jellies, chutney, and candies. Her toffee is to die for! I think everyone who has ever been to this show has walked away with some of Laurie's creations. You can read her food blog here: http://laurieslittlekitchen.blogspot.com/

This beautiful mosaic table is the work of Nadja Stanchfield, who is one of our hostesses for this event. The garden is full of color with her delightful Pique Assiette mosaics.

Nadja's mosaic license plate frames are very popular.

Nancy Worden was new to the show this time, but fit right in with the garden. Her fun handknit market bags seemed right at home here.

Bev Wesley entertained us with her ukulele music and songs. She has a good sense of humor and always has something new to sing for the group, which we really enjoy!

Here are a few of Bev's pendants. She has a great eye for combining stones and beads into her jewelry.

This little bird flew in from next door and roosted in my tent. It is the work of Jeannette Jennings (Firecat Pottery) and inspired by Mayan bird designs. Jeannette makes an array of ornaments, tableware, and tiles. You can visit her website here: www.FirecatPottery.com

Many thanks to all of the artists and their friends and family who came to visit for making this a great weekend. I'm sorry that I couldn't include every one of them in this post. I didn't get nearly enough photos, but that will leave some for next time. Our fall show has already been scheduled for November 12 &13.