New year means new things, right? That was 2023 for us. We expanded our building at the PA Renaissance Faire, went in as a demo artist for the Southern Maryland Celtic Festival, vended at a Viking event in DE, and did a Victorian Yuletide event. We ventured as patrons to two other faires And yours truly took a dream trip to Italy and observed gold embossing on leather plus talked to a master leathersmith. What can we do new in 2024?

I am so wanting to add new designs while keeping up with old ones. I don’t want to overdo it but I also need to express more of the artistic side of me. You’ll see more one of kind pieces in the booths and here. I’m adding some different shows to my line up as well as placing a few of my pieces in a local artist-supported shop.

I’m organizing and working down ideas. The minions are gearing up for the season with what they can make and contribute. I love being able to say it’s handmade by us all, not just me sometimes. I’m also going to take more time for me. I work 7 days a week normally, and Italy taught me you can be an artist and still enjoy life.