Trip to the Farmer's Market

At my friend Mary's suggestion, I met her at the St. Matthews Farmer's Market on Saturday morning. Wow, was I in for a treat! It was the largest farmer's market I've been to and the variety of items offered was amazing. I saw lots of different fruits and veggies that you just don't see at Kroger. It was fun to talk to the growers and ask them questions.



I ended up purchasing some fresh flowers, kettle corn, zucchini bread, yellow and white corn and some peaches. Mary bought her weekly supply of heirloom tomatoes! There were cooking demos, live music and omelets made while you wait. There were Amish rugs, lots of breads, herbs and flowers, honey, granola, gelato, cupcakes, etc.


Everyone knows I am a big fan of buying local and buying handmade. I get a good feeling when I buy from a local farmer, much the same way I love supporting artists on etsy.


If you haven't been to a local Farmer's Market, try to check one out this weekend. Here is their link if you want to learn more about this particular location. Remember to get there early!

Purchases from the Shelbyville Show

I neglected to post these pics with the ones of the Celebrating Life Through Art Faire. These are some of my purchases from the show. The red clip on fabric flower is created by Jessica Brown of the Pink Needle. I plan to clip this onto my white cardigan sweater. The beautiful nature photo cards were created by Dawn Shroyer of Kentucky in Focus. My favorite is the bird's nest with eggs. The sample sized vegan soaps are handcrafted by Libby Goldsmith of Maylee's Garden. Note: these soaps are addictive!
The lovely pottery bowl was created by a student at Trinity High School in Louisville. The cherry bourbon jam and pepper jelly were made in Turner's Station, KY. And the UK golf towel and strawberry tea towel were embroidered by Brenda Herp of Iris in Bloom. My uncle loved the golf towel!

What a great selection of goodies! I love BUYING HANDMADE!

JOIN ME IN SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTISTS.
BUY HANDMADE. BUY LOCAL. YOU'LL FEEL GOOD WHEN YOU DO.

To see more fine art and crafts from Kentucky artisans, go to etsy and search for teambluegrass.

New Jewelry Creations

Here are a few of my latest creations!


I just created this hematite chip necklace last night with a mother of pearl shell flower pendant. The second necklace features cherry quartz nuggets, sterling silver mirror ball beads and Swarovski crystal bicones. It was a special order for a customer that bought the bracelet and wanted a necklace to match.


My mom has a bracelet that I made with funky black and white striped furnace glass. She wanted a necklace to match, so I gave this to her for Mother's Day. The pendant is Swarovski crystal with a sterling silver bail. Mom wears a lot of black so this necklace will go with lots of outfits. I wish I had one too!


Here are a few pair of earrings. The unakite earrings are earthy in autumn colors. I sold these at my etsy shop pretty quick. The second pair features harmony jasper or peace jade with Swarovski crystal. Finally there are some pink and green dotted earrings with lampwork beads and a green and white dotted version. Fun for spring or summer! Saving the best for last is my latest creation with one of my favorite stones, rhyolite accented with olive Swarovski crystal!

I'm Like a Bird - Our May Team Giveaway

Perfect for spring and summer days! Check out this Bluegrass etsy team giveaway for the month of May, valued at $25.

I'm Like a Bird - take me in flight or just to the market. This mini pouch, makeup bag or wallet is so filled with charm. Cotton inside and out with hand embroidered edging, and a handmade adornment with embroidery, ribbon, felted wool, shells, and beading for extra personality. The closure is a magnetic snap.

Created by Toni Johnson of Vernon Ave. Check out her etsy shop for more colorful purses!

To enter the drawing, visit our BEST team blog for the details. Good luck!!