CHA 2010 • DAY 5

Bright and early this morning, the first two smiling faces I met were from my dear friends, Kristen Robinson and Ruth Rae. Future Guest Curators.

Here's Ruth at one of her book signings, as she shared some of her projects with her fans.

 

When I stopped by the Walnut Hollow booth, I ran into the super talented Rebekah Meier, future Guest Curator, who taught me how to use some really great encaustic wax painting tools by Walnut Hollow.

 

And then as I continued on the floor, I ran into the always graceful and classy Sherri Haab. Future Guest Curator.

And then there was the energetic Susan Lenart Kazmer with her WAY-COOL Objects and Elements booth. Future Guest Curator.

Then it was so fun to hook up with two of the hardest working folks in the world of crafting: Cathie Filian, future Guest Curator, and Steve Piacenza.

 

Also hanging with Cathie and Steve was the adorable Candie Cooper, future Guest Curator.

 

Next, I ran into the totally hot Megan Nicolay, future Guest Curator, who was signing copies of her two books: Generation T and Beyond Fashion. 
 

And then I finally got to meet the very talented Erin Bassett, future Guest Curator.

 

I also met sweet Maggie Lamarre, another future Guest Curator.

 

I also got to say hello to Michael Wigton from ProvoCraft ... such a nice guy who really listens and who really understands about the importance of building community. 

Toward the end of the day, I was so happy to meet up with friends Angela Cartwright and Connie Freedman. It was SOO good to see them again!

 

It was also great to connect again with my friend, Miss Vicky Breslin who is always so fun.

 

And then sweetest of all was to meet up with Linda Carpenter and Deb Hodge ... two people who are masters at creating authentic beauty.

 

By the end of the day, I hooked back up with the two I started the day with — Ruth and Kristen ...

... and we were able to unwind after a long day of work, to enjoy one another's company over dinner, drinks, and good conversation. 

Comments

[kelly rae]

omg, this is all making me wildly jealous. i want to come and play!

[Denise Petersen]

I wish I was there meeting all those fun artists. Maybe one day I will. I dont know what Stampington is going to do without you. I am a big fan of yours. Kepp up all the great work. I can't wait to see whats is your future.

[Olive Appleby]

what a way to make a living..... so jealous but happy for you. Can i come and play too????? Ciao

[Dana]

Oh how fun!!! I am living through your today....:)

You are right I have 2 Deb Hodge bags and I LOVE THEM!!

[Andrea]

Looks like so much fun, wish I could have been there!

[barbe]

I think I'm the only person at CHA who didn't meet you! Saw you, but we were both in mid conversation. Another place, another time.