So many pretty, fibery things! 😍 You are a stronger woman than I, keeping to your no-buy goals. Great job and thank you for sharing! ❤ Fun fact: I used to be a block clerk (the person who writes who bought what) at 2 different auctions. Auctions move quickly! 😄 My advice, if you ever decide you want to buy something from one, is to sit in the auction audience for awhile and get acclimated to how fast everyone is speaking, what the auctioneer does to acknowledge bids (because each one is different), etc...before you get ready to bid on things. It really does help you understand everything that's happening so you can make the best purchase for yourself. 😊
When I lived in MD I used to go every year. I loved the dog shepherd stuff and when my daughter was younger, she did too. Seeing these recaps makes me miss it! There is nothing comparable where I live now.
I was at the festival last weekend but didn’t go inside for personal reasons. It was very cold for me, which didn’t make it enjoyable. My knitting buddy did go inside the fairgrounds and went to her usual vendors besides Thread and Maple from Canada. They had a show special that was not meant to be missed. I have attended the festival since the late 1990s and believe me my craft room is an appendage of a yarn shop, so I only attend it to socialize with fellow knitters. This year it was too muddy and cold. I now attend festivals in Europe so I get to meet new vendors, yarns and knitters. Glad you had a great time despite the weather!❤
It was so cold and muddy. I completely forgot to mention the mud. I would love to attend a show in Europe I would definitely find it a lot more enjoyable with so much more to explore. I’m mostly an online shopper so it’s nice to see some yarn in person but being on a yarn ban made it a bit of pointless trip 😂
Agree with you on the crowds! I’m working on my recap too and it really seemed like less people, yet more crowded at the same time, since everyone was indoors. The lambs are always my favorite part ❤
Ohhh I’ll have to check yours out! That’s so true i didn’t think of that. The booths felt so crowded like rhinebeck but yea everyone was avoiding the rain. I wish there were more places to take shelter. Hehe the lambs are THE BEST 🥹
That sheep wall was amazing. Rhinebeck should adopt that practice. Also your willpower is incredible. I’m impressed that you managed not to buy for yourself.
Right!? It’s so helpful, picking a fleece could be very overwhelming and it’s so nice to see all the breeds at glance. Thank you 💪🏽 I tried very hard not to buy anything 😅
We went this year! I’ve been probably three times in the 15 years I’ve lived in Maryland. This time was tough because I had both kids with me and it was wet and cold with rain
From Gerry- I go every year on Sunday. I live across the river from Harrisburg, PA. It takes me 1.5 hours, too. There were not as many wheels and looms to look at this year. I did buy some shuttles and some sheep fabric and of course a lamb sausage sandwich. God bless.
So many pretty, fibery things! 😍 You are a stronger woman than I, keeping to your no-buy goals. Great job and thank you for sharing! ❤
Fun fact: I used to be a block clerk (the person who writes who bought what) at 2 different auctions. Auctions move quickly! 😄 My advice, if you ever decide you want to buy something from one, is to sit in the auction audience for awhile and get acclimated to how fast everyone is speaking, what the auctioneer does to acknowledge bids (because each one is different), etc...before you get ready to bid on things. It really does help you understand everything that's happening so you can make the best purchase for yourself. 😊
Thank you! That’s so helpful to know. Maybe I will be brave enough to try and get a drum carder at auction 🤞🏽
When I lived in MD I used to go every year. I loved the dog shepherd stuff and when my daughter was younger, she did too. Seeing these recaps makes me miss it! There is nothing comparable where I live now.
That must’ve been such a sweet tradition. I hope you get to live vicariously through the recap 😊
I was at the festival last weekend but didn’t go inside for personal reasons. It was very cold for me, which didn’t make it enjoyable. My knitting buddy did go inside the fairgrounds and went to her usual vendors besides Thread and Maple from Canada. They had a show special that was not meant to be missed. I have attended the festival since the late 1990s and believe me my craft room is an appendage of a yarn shop, so I only attend it to socialize with fellow knitters. This year it was too muddy and cold. I now attend festivals in Europe so I get to meet new vendors, yarns and knitters. Glad you had a great time despite the weather!❤
It was so cold and muddy. I completely forgot to mention the mud. I would love to attend a show in Europe I would definitely find it a lot more enjoyable with so much more to explore. I’m mostly an online shopper so it’s nice to see some yarn in person but being on a yarn ban made it a bit of pointless trip 😂
I call MDSW my Super Bowl!
Haha I love that!
I just discovered your channel. I like your calm and down to earth style. It great to hear your about your crafting journey and activities.
Thank you so much 🥹💖
Thanks for sharing. The sheep were so cute! 🧶 Crowds are overwhelming for me too.
The sheep made it worth it lol 😍
Agree with you on the crowds! I’m working on my recap too and it really seemed like less people, yet more crowded at the same time, since everyone was indoors. The lambs are always my favorite part ❤
Ohhh I’ll have to check yours out! That’s so true i didn’t think of that. The booths felt so crowded like rhinebeck but yea everyone was avoiding the rain. I wish there were more places to take shelter. Hehe the lambs are THE BEST 🥹
That sheep wall was amazing. Rhinebeck should adopt that practice.
Also your willpower is incredible. I’m impressed that you managed not to buy for yourself.
Right!? It’s so helpful, picking a fleece could be very overwhelming and it’s so nice to see all the breeds at glance.
Thank you 💪🏽 I tried very hard not to buy anything 😅
We went this year! I’ve been probably three times in the 15 years I’ve lived in Maryland. This time was tough because I had both kids with me and it was wet and cold with rain
TU for sharing, I love the sheep &wool festival. But not able to attend anymore. But enjoying everyone’s viedoes ❤❤❤
Yay! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊
From Gerry- I go every year on Sunday. I live across the river from Harrisburg, PA. It takes me 1.5 hours, too. There were not as many wheels and looms to look at this year. I did buy some shuttles and some sheep fabric and of course a lamb sausage sandwich. God bless.
I’ll have to give a Sunday a shot. I’d assume it would be a little more calm. Sounds like you had a great time!
Funny story, my seven year old son thought we were going to a “sheep and wolf festival”
Hahaha now that’s a festival I would love to attend 😂
@@escarla he was concerned about the sheep getting eaten lol
I flew out from Wisconsin to go with my daughter who only lived an hour away from the festival.
Ooo must’ve been a wonderful weekend 💕