After an especially aggravating day I sat on my little corner of the couch, wishing for a vacation. I don’t think I’ll be taking a true vacation any time soon, as craft show season is sneaking up faster that I imagined it would. With that thought a small smile came to my face. Craft show season ~ it’s like lots of mini vacations for Husby and me.
I usually get antsy around March and April having been away from the circuit for several months. This year March and April were occupied with the care and vigil of Husby’s dad so the ants in my pants were kept at bay, my mind on more pressing matters. Now that the dust has settled and things are returning to normal the eagerness to get out to these en plein air shows and festivals is overwhelming me. I’m totally ready to get on the road again.
The first show I do is the Chateau St. Croix Winery and Vineyard Fete Des Fleurs ~ a festival celebrating the blooming of the grape vines. Husby and I have returned to this event for several years as it has become one of our favorite venues.
The winery inspired my grape-themed bottle cap magnets. They’re available at the show and in my Etsy shop. Each is charming in its own way and depict delicious wine at its infancy.
Bottle Cap Magnet ~ Grapes
Bottle Cap Magnet ~ Artsy Grapes
Bottle Cap Magnet ~ Juicy Grapes
Bottle Cap Magnet ~ Vintage Grapes
No, I don’t see a typical vacation in my near future, but I sure am looking forward to spending some time meeting festival goers and revisiting old friends. A working vacation, as it were. But like they say, it isn’t work if you love it. Bring on the shows…I’m ready.
If you’d like to visit some of the great events and festivals on my summer route you can find information on the 2012 Events tab at the top of this page. The page will be updated as shows are added to my schedule.
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Sara, these are so sweet!! We are gearing up for our summer tourist season here, and I understand your excitement. I relish “down time” as much as anyone, but I like the contrast, as well. I love art and craft festivals, so appreciate the information, too. Thank you!
The closest I’ll be to you this summer, Cindy, is Door County, WI. I can hardly wait to get there ~ Lake Michigan is a favorite destination for me and Husby!
Oh, yes, and that’s a ways away from me…nice to imagine, anyway. I know it’s a beautiful area, and has quite a cultural base. I wish you well in all your travels!
How very cool that you get to go to shows like these. Hey, Door County, WI, is a tiny bit closer to me than Cindy! (Sorry, Cindy…)
Yes, Kathy, I bet you can get there without taking a boat or a plane, too! There are certainly advantages to NOT being on an island!
I think both you girls should come and see me! I’m also waiting for approval into a show in Sister Bay, WI (also Door County) which takes place in October. Farther up on the tip of the peninsula – closer to both of you!
October in Door County sounds beautiful!
It really is. And Husby and I can throw in an anniversary celebration while we’re there too!