Last, but certainly not least . . . .

Lee Davis' blue and white pottery, Weaverville, NC.

Carolyn Anderson's whimsical hand-carved ornaments, Brasstown, NC.

Nanette Davidson's woven rugs and table runners, Brasstown, NC.

Michael Lalone's lovely pottery, Murphy, NC.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

Of course there are more photos . .

Good buddy Louise with her framed mini quilts. Aren't they fantastic!

Katrina Miller's copper sculptured pins and ornaments. Tricky to photograph, so it's best to own one and enjoy it even more. Trust me on this, they're so much fun.

Suzy DesLauriers awesome prints. I think this is done in pastels, but don't quote me. You'll have to ask Suzy.

Ah yes, and Marcia Buggs softly muted porcelain pottery. Inspiring!


I do believe this was made by Sammie Simpson. I should have asked her as she was sitting right there. But we got to talking about pin cushions and, well, there you go.

So much wonderful variety and colors was rather distracting. And yes, I did happen to buy 2 new ornaments. Which I may get to show you soon . . . maybe . . . perhaps . . . well let's hope soooo.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

It's time once again . . .

for the annual John C. Campbell Fireside Sale photos.
Helen Gibson's elegant hand-carved ornaments.


This gentleman had the loveliest hand-turned bowls. Of course, one made of cherry wood came home with me.

Lee and Doug's pottery, Weaverville, NC.

Ohhh, if I had a spare corner in my house this chair would have come home with me. Not to sit in mind you, just to admire. A true work of art!

Ah yes, you knew I'd find a quilter! This string quilt is for her grandson. Wonderful.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . . .

So many talented folks

exhibit at the Firesale sale.

You might even recognize a few.


Just imagine how many UFOs you could fit in one basket.

So save your pennies.

and come join us next year. There's an awful lot to admire and all of it is Made In The USA.

Mark your calendar for the first Sunday in December.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

A few more pics . . .

from the Fireside sale.


Betsy Orlando's dolls.

Ron Howard's iron work.

Pam Howard spinning away. (Pam is co-owner of the Yarn Circle. If you need supplies for spinning, weaving, or knitting, check out their web site and give them a call.)

Lovely pottery.

and I wish I could remember this lady's name . . . but she had some lovely quilts nonetheless.

Until then, keep stitchin . . . .

Annual Fireside Sale at J.C. Campbell Folk School

This morning, my neighbor and I headed out to visit a few friends at the Fireside Sale. This is held every year at the J.C. Campbell Folk School. Local artisans from the area display and sell their beautiful creations.

My good buddy Suzy teaches at the local college, but also creates incredible water colors. This photo does not begin to display how lovely her paintings are. To see more of her work in much better lighting please visit ArtBySuzy.

This grinning gal is Katrina, a metal smith who works primarily in copper. In the background you can see her wonderful moose pins. She also does great fish and other whimsical creatures.

Chuck and Peggy are long time residents of the area. Each of these baskets is made by starting with a tree. They are indeed beautiful and extremely labor intensive. Chuck is also a bladesmith and makes damascus steel knives.

As you can see, Lee and Doug of Birdfoot Ridge Studio are potters. It would take an entire page to describe their lovely work. You can contact them at birdfootridge@wmconnect.com

This smiling trio includes Elmer, Lynda, and Joel, blacksmiths who forge hot metal into phenomenal patterns and make it look easy. Their designs rival anything I saw in Europe. Besides the hand forged tools, they also do such things as custom gates and fencing. Unless you've ever wielded a hammer over a hot flame, you cannot imagine the work that goes in to these pieces. I'm always amazed at what they create.

If you are interested in learning more about the work shown above and need to contact any of the artisans, feel free to e-mail me.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .