Tim Higgins of Higgins Handcrafts never ceases to amaze me with his cutting board designs! On Saturday he showed us a cutting board with a very intricate design that had been sanded and oiled so many times it felt like silk under my hand. Too pretty to use although Tim assures all of his customers that these cutting boards will not show knife marks. I should just buy one to hang on the wall! Tim also makes pens,, magnets, and magic wands. You can view Tim's work and contact him at www.facebook.com/higginshandcrafts.
Have you ever seen baskets woven out of pine needles? I hadn't either! I am always drawn to booths that are selling baskets. There is something about their intricate designs that catches my attention. As I was admiring these delicate pieces Saturday, the designer Anita, began explaining the process and materials that she uses. I was so intrigued! I wish she had a website I could send you to or had taken a picture so that you could see these beautiful creations! If you are in the Albany, NY area perhaps you will stumble upon Basketkase, Anita's business, at a craft fair.
Leanna of Earthly Elements creates some very unique jewelry pieces out of wire, semi precious stones, and buttons. Yes, I said buttons. Her display was beautifully done and so easy to navigate. Unfortunately, I do not wear silver, otherwise I would have picked up a piece or two! You can view a select number of her creations at www.leannasdesigns.etsy.com.
Lisa is another jewelry designer with such sparkly silver and semi-precious stones! She also makes the most adorable fabric pumpkins, just in time for Halloween and Thanksgiving! You wouldn't think the two would go together, but the pumpkins complimented the display so nicely and added a nice homey fall theme to her table. Lisa is an event only seller so hopefully you will catch her at an upcoming event.
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Last March a customer considered using one of #cruisincreations nylon beaded scarves as a shawl. She decided it was not wide enough and moved on to search for something else. Well...that got me thinking about making shawls. After searching for just the right yarn I found exactly what I was looking for at AC Moore. Unfortunately, the supply of this yarn is limited so I recommend ordering early if you want one of these #shawlscarves.
Shawl scarves are now available in my #Etsy shop in four different colors. Each is made from a fine acrylic yarn with blue, gold, and pink metallic yarn running through it and has multi colored beads knitted throughout. Each scarf measures 10" X 55" and stretches over the shoulders to provide extra warmth or to accent an outfit. They can also be worn as traditional scarves. They have attracted a lot of attention at craft shows so don't miss out and order yours today!
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On November 1 we will be at the 36th Annual Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake O'Rourke Middle School PTA Holiday Craft Fair, 173 Lakehill Rd, Burnt Hills, NY 12027. Stop by to pick up some design favorites as well as new ones unveiled at our recent craft shows.
Also, from November 1 - December 20 Cruisin' Creations will be exhibiting at the Shaker Heritage Society Christmas Craft Fair, 25 Meeting House Road, Albany, NY. The Meeting House transforms into a winter wonderland for this event. Stop by often to support the Shaker Heritage Society and pick up handcrafted gifts for all of the people on your list this holiday season. Free admission.
Until Next Time...
Diane
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