10 Reasons To Go To A Wool Festival

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LindaW@41 — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:48:02 GMT

How great to hear from you again. Knitting Daily hasn't been the same since you left! WE MISS YOU!!

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thea — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 03:17:07 GMT

Nice to see you in my email again Sandi. Still miss your smiling face on Knitting Daily.

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Verconia — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:43:37 GMT

Some friends drove to Howard County Maryland Fairgrounds , there were so many cars backed up we were not able to get in. Hope it is better next time. They

need at least 3 days Elsie Houston

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LesleyP@4 — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 13:05:26 GMT

I drove up from Virginia, and spent Saturday at Rhinebeck this year. Last year I discovered the wonders of Dorset wool yarn from Amondale Farms, so this year went back for a whole bunch more! I also came prepared with a cooler and rolling cart, and loaded up with a variety of cuts of frozen, vacuum-sealed lamb meat from a local farm. The handwoven African market baskets were too wonderful to bypass. I stood in line for artichokes, a roast lamb sandwich, and fresh apple cider and apple cider donuts (yum - got a dozen to share with the aunt I was visiting). We had roast lamb for Sunday dinner. Rhinebeck is my favorite wool & sheep festival. The Hudson River Valley is beautiful in Autumn, and the whole fair experience is fabulous. Truly something for everyone, and lots of friendly people to chat with!

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susanhageman — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 13:02:21 GMT

Eugene, OR has a wonderful Black Sheep Gathering every June and it also is a feast for the eyes, touch, and smell. You won't be sorry if you make the effort to attend. There is everything from sheep to finished products.

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sugarcreek6885 — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 12:18:19 GMT

I love the wool festivals. I'm in southern WI and I attend a Sheep and Wool Fest every year which is in Jefferson. Anyone who loves fibers should try and go at least once, just to see where all these wonderful fibers come from and look like. Not to mention the fun of see the many kinds of sheep goats, rabbits, llamas, alpacas, and even sheep dogs working their flocks. Can't wait until next year again! There is always more to see.

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Ruth@7 — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:24:58 GMT

I'm so jealous. My ride to Rhinebeck fell through at the last minute, so I wasn't able to go.

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sallysega — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:19:34 GMT

Sandi, I was there on Sunday and it is truly the highlight of my year, every year, we drive up from CT and arrive at 10:00 am and by 4:00 pm my brain is almost overloaded with yarn. Of course by then I have done my part for the economy and seen all the sights and am happy and satisfied for another year.

My friend Jody said the first year my chin was on my chest for the first hour. It was such a shock to see so much yarn, roving, etc....Sally

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CristiB — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 20:19:52 GMT

It was so great to see you again! I wish I had run into you when you weren't busy working, I'd have loved to give you a hug again! Maybe someday you'll make it down to SAFF (Southeastern Animal Fiber Festival) instead. It's happening this weekend for anyone within driving distance of Asheville, NC. Heck, there's an airport right down the street from it. Go!

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TraceyB — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:19:51 GMT

I am jealous, my sister-in-law attended and it sounded delightful!