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| Fall into Winter 2007 In this Newsletter: Open Studio Tour - Yarmouth Thanksgiving Sale - Holiday Studio Sales Galleries - Online Gifts - Remembering Potter After two fabulous weeks of hard work at the anagama (wood) firing in Maine, I've returned to find the view out of my studio windows looking much more like winter's onset . . . the leaves have fallen and there's snow on Mount Washington, leaving me to realize just how quickly these weeks before "holiday season" will pass! It's most definitely a time of reflection; after four years here in Eaton, I feel even more certain that I'm right where I'm supposed to be. I hope that you can join me in the studio in the coming weeks to see the multitudes of new pots and share in the spirit of shopping locally. And now, for the news . . . League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Open Their Studios! For the 3rd year running, the League has organized this fantastic state-wide tour, with countless craft studios open for your enjoyment and education around NH. In our area, enjoy my studio (for demonstrations and brand-new wood-fired pottery) as well as that of glassblower friend and neighbor Nathan Macomber, and the beautifully renovated LNHC Gallery in North Conway. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 9th- 11th, from 10am - 5pm daily. Hope to see you! Directions to the Eaton Studio Link to the League's site for a Map 5th Annual Yarmouth Thanksgiving Sale/Reunion In my first year out of college, I started the tradition of the "Open Kitchen" sale, which was literally my parents' kitchen spruced up with pots for holiday shopping on Thanksgiving Weekend. It's grown over the last 5 years to include a much larger community of customers, neighbors, and friends . . . all in all, it's a good time to visit and check out my new work. This year, I'm pleased to be holding the sale at 317 Main Street, the gorgeous community music center on the corner of Main and Mill Streets, across from Sacred Heart Church. (My folks moved and ousted me from the usual location!) Hope all you Portland-area folks can make it over; feel free to bring visiting family, too. Saturday, November 24th, 10am - 4pm 317 Main Street, Yarmouth, Maine directions to 317 Main Holiday Studio Sales While the first weekend of December will bring us the Local Color show in North Conway (more info), I'll be showcasing the best selection of my work right here at the studio for the rest of December! I'm planning two weekends this year, for your convenience, including a kiln opening on Saturday, December 8th, and a number of sale/discounted pieces. And of course, you're always welcome to give a call mid-week for an appointment- it's likely I'll have the flags flying anyway . . . looking forward to it! December 8th and 9th, 10am - 4pm December 15th and 16th, 10am - 4pm Galleries and Invitational Shows I know many of you may prefer to do your holiday shopping in a more "traditional" retail environment, and happily, there are plenty of great galleries to meet your needs. My work is available in locations around the state, including Hanover, Littleton, Meredith, and North Conway. In addition, I'm honored to be a part of the ongoing Invitational Holiday Exhibition at the Sharon Arts Center Gallery in Peterborough, NH, from November 16th to January 12th. Please support these great businesses! Gallery listings and info Sharon Arts Center info Remembering Potter While I hesitate to make what has traditionally been a "business" newsletter into something more personal, it's most definitely a time of transition that seems important to share . . . many of you may remember my little spotted dog, Potter, announcing your arrival at the house and promptly greeting you in the studio. Sadly, Potter was diagnosed with lymphoma in August, and at just three and a half years old, passed away in October. He is sorely missed. Your support and friendship is appreciated even more these days . . . we all go through this thing called "life" together. :) Thank you ever so much for all your kindness and support. Fondly, Missed something? Check out the newsletter archives: Spring 2007 Summer 2007 Join the mailing list! Have a friend or relative who you think might enjoy this newsletter? Please feel free to forward this link on! http://www.beccavanfleetpottery.com/news |
