Friends and neighbors

I was pleased to see the publication for June of The Laurel of Asheville shows some work by my friend and neighbor Sarah Vakesi...in describing the Black Mountain Arts and Crafts show last weekend.  It was a great collection of art works.

I was also busy this weekend, at least Sat. morning, at the usual spot, Mud Buddies booth at the Tailgate Market.  We had fun!

This shot was taken just as the market was opening up.  What a great day, weather, friends and customers!  I dare say the same could be said for the art show downtown in Black Mountain.  However, the Mud Buddies packed up at noon and went home, with thankfully a bit lighter tubs of pottery.

The large vase sold, but he didn't want the roses, so I got to keep them!

My whimsical wall hangings are just $25 each

These are pics of my display space from last Sat.  I'll be replacing the things that sold with new (or just different) pieces next week.  Looking forward to seeing you drop by and say hi.

A question came up about taking orders.  It's up to each of us Mud Buddies what we do, and I do take orders frequently, as long as folks aren't in a hurry, or absolutely particular about "this shade of blue" or something.  My policy is to receive 50% of an order up front, the rest on delivery, of course if the customer still likes what they ordered.  I just don't want them to, say, order 6 dinner plates and never come back.  That's a lot of work!

It was great to see a woman from out of town return who had come to see us (and bought a pot) last year...as well as some of our favorite local people.   It's great to feel so much a part of such a widening but intimate community.

Thanks to all the friends of Mud Buddies!