Let's just start by saying, Spokane, WA is not just up and to the right. It is a 19 hour drive up and to the right. And a 19 hour drive down and to the left to get home.
And, despite that grueling drive, it was just wonderful!
Janis (decembers child) and I took off early Wednesday morning and drove up to Portland. I had never been on the Northern Cal drive to OR before so I was completely overwhelmed by the beauty I was about to witness...
This is the stunningly beautiful Mt. Shasta. Our first resting spot. This shot was taken right outside the Subway we ate at. We were pretty stoked that we landed there.
I have so many details to share, but I am finding I'm completely exhausted. So for today, if you'll excuse me, I'll just post a few of my pictures of the event... more details tomorrow.
Here's a bit of my booth:
And this is Janis... Isn't the quilt in the background incredible???
This is the booth of my friend, Tammy Gilley... She's a cutie sweetie, but her pic turned out blurry...
Here, Heather Bullard... she's a Rock Sta'. And, one of the kindest souls around (more on that later):
Alrighty. That's all for now... I'm seriously falling asleep here at the computer at 12:30 in the afternoon. Rather pathetic, but that's the state of affairs as they are.
Such a colorful post! Keep spreadin' the happiness with us!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 12:59 PM
Lovely booth! Any tips for other booth hopefuls?
Posted by: Artsy Fartsy | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 01:09 PM
Hello,
I already saw you on Debb Diva's site! Congrats to you all!
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 02:31 PM
i love when i drop by & see that you have a new post!
can't wait to see more.
rest well
xo
Posted by: paige | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 05:34 PM
Hi Bari!!!
Glad you made it home okay!!! How funnie that we ran into you at Mc D's on the way home...You are so brave drivin all that way...I know I was tired after a 7hr drive...and I didn't do the driving!!!!...but, then, I probably have a good 20 yrs on you!!!!
It was wonderful to meet you... your purses are even more fabulous in person!!!!
XOXXO,
Coleen
www.flickr.com/photos/weefae
Posted by: coleen | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 06:40 PM
Saw you at Farm Chicks. Your creations are beyond beautiful. Would LOVE to be able to purchase someday. You have the magic, keep it up.
Posted by: michelle | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 07:25 PM
How wonderful!! Wish I had been on the trip!! Can't wait to hear more! xo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 08:04 PM
Yes, that quilt in the background is awesome! Your booth looks great. I wish I were on the west coast...it looks gorgeous!
Posted by: Arizona | Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 10:11 PM
What a fun trip! I just found your cute blog, and it looks great! ;) Your booth looks beautiful!!
Posted by: Blaze Danielle | Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 07:37 AM
Oh Bari- you have talent spilling from your finger tips! Glad you had a great time!!!
Posted by: Missy | Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 07:48 AM
Your booth looks so beautiful. I wish I could have seen it in person. I am glad that you had a wonderful trip. I can't wait to hear about it. The quilt is gorgeous!
Posted by: Hannah | Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 08:04 AM
Oh wow!
You had a wheeee of a time!
Hey, I totally recognized Janis!!!!! She is the sweetheart lady from Thimble Creek! Hi Janis!!!!
We're going to have to get together, Bari! We'll soon be neighbors! YAY!
Moving in next week!
Hugs,
Laurie
Posted by: Laurie | Friday, June 13, 2008 at 10:11 AM