Sunday, April 29, 2018

Amish Country Wool Artisans Hook In ~


The ladies who put on this hook in know how to do it right!  What is better than a room full of 150 or so hookers?  They came to hook, eat, shop.  And shop they did.  This was the first time Melissa and I had the opportunity to vend at this hook in.  It was a wonderful day with record sales for both of us.  Our hard work definitely paid off!  A few pictures of our booth.

My goods ~


 
And Melissa's beautiful jewelry, mostly crafted from antique and vintage buttons, lace, etc.  She is so creative.


 
I barely had time to peruse the rug show, but quickly snapped some pictures. 







 
This pattern is from an old Create & Decorate magazine.  I am going through my copies to see if I can find it.

 

 
A few more pictures to share in my next post.
 
I haven't had a give away in about forever and just realized my last post was number 1300.  As I've said before, that's a lot of blah, blah, blah.  These are the hook pouches that did not sell so I will give the winner her choice.  (I'm making the assumption that it will be a her.  I can think of only one "him" reader and that's my DSO.)  More will be included, but I have not yet decided what.  It will depend on whether the winner is a hooker or not.  The top two are completely hand sew and made from antique coverlets.  The bottom is machine sewn and made from antique homespun.

 
They are lined with wool.
 
 
As always, my rules are simple.  Leave a comment on this post or email me at lauren@centurytel.net with give away in the subject line.  The winner MUST contact me within 3 days or I will choose another.  Please no sharing on any social media.  This is for my readers only.  A winner will be chosen Friday eve.
 
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren
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31 comments:

  1. deniseApril 29, 2018 at 4:08 PM

    The rugs were beautiful! and i love your pouches!

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  2. Prims By The WaterApril 29, 2018 at 4:11 PM

    What a great hook in for sure Lauren! Loved looking at all of the wonderful rugs you were able to take pics of. Would love to to win one of your pouches. Thank you for the giveaway! Janice

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  3. NMKApril 29, 2018 at 4:15 PM

    So many beautiful rugs !!!

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  4. Samplings from Spring CreekApril 29, 2018 at 5:13 PM

    Beautiful rugs--some very talented, creative, skilled hookers!

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  5. Dirty Martini QueenApril 29, 2018 at 6:06 PM

    Your booth looked amazing! Dang wish we lived closer because I'd love to be there with you. The rug show is inspiring and I can see why you are intrigued with the rug from C&D. Any idea which issue it was in because I have a lot of these magazines in my stash so I can look to see if I have it for you?
    Donna

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  6. SaundraApril 29, 2018 at 6:20 PM

    So happy you had record sales but a shame the pouches didn't. But lucky someone will be the benefactor of a handmade one by you. I think I might look thru my old issues of C&D as well...nice rug.

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  7. marieApril 29, 2018 at 6:24 PM

    Your pouches are beautiful, I'd be proud to be a owner. Love the rug show pictures.

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  8. JuliaApril 29, 2018 at 6:43 PM

    Didn't I told you that your sales would be fabulous?
    I'm so glad for you that you did so well.
    You so deserve it.

    Here the flood water has dropped a foot since this afternoon and we are breathing a sigh of relief.
    Hugs, Julia

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  9. acorn hollowApril 29, 2018 at 7:02 PM

    I will have to look through my create and decorate too I like that rug.
    So happy for you that you had a great day of sales!
    love the pouches
    Cathy

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  10. Three Sheep StudioApril 29, 2018 at 7:37 PM

    So glad you had a wonderful time at the hook-in.
    Your booth looks great !
    Lovely hook pouches.
    Rose

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  11. VickiApril 29, 2018 at 8:30 PM

    We loved having you as a vendor, Lauren! Can't wait to wear my new necklace to school tomorrow. :) Your pouches are beautifl and would be perfect for my hook OR my new necklace. ;)

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  12. cokeApril 29, 2018 at 9:05 PM

    Love the pouches. I will sooner or later get to a show, where you will be selling... Love the pictures you post. You take me to many lovely shows. Thanks for that and the give away. Coke

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  13. pudgypoohApril 29, 2018 at 9:43 PM

    Your work is amazing and I really have enjoyed all your blah, blah, blahs. Thanks for offering this give away.

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  14. JoApril 29, 2018 at 10:14 PM

    Thanks for sharing pictures of rugs at the Amish hook in! Hopefully next year I can be there! I know everyone loved your jewelry & Melissa’s goodies too! It’s always a great show! Love your pouches too!!

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  15. Carmen SuttonApril 29, 2018 at 11:25 PM

    Lucky ladies at the hook in to be able to shop your booth I have had the pleasure and it hard to make a choice there are so many wonderful items. ThNks for sharing the rug photos I seem never to see enough of what others are doing makes we want to hook faster.
    Thanks for sharing your work with a wonderful giveaway some one will be lucky indeed!

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  16. moosecraftApril 30, 2018 at 6:26 AM

    Looks like a great hook-in! So many nice goodies for sale! Those button necklaces are so pretty and love those little sewing boxes with the strawberry on top! Rug show had some beautiful entries too! I've got that Whatnots pattern on my to-do list. The background on the one with the bird on branches, looks like it has wool strips woven? I sure do miss Create & Decorate magazine!!! That was the magazine that introduced me to and started my interest in hooking! :-)

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  17. lynnannApril 30, 2018 at 7:10 AM

    Fantastic on you and Melissa's sales !!!!!! It was wonderful to have the both of you as vendors.

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  18. krislovesfabricApril 30, 2018 at 8:23 AM

    Congrats on a successful vending! Loved seeing those rugs, the one with all the sampler squares reminds me of a quilt. Love your idea of a pouch, my hook lives in a ziploc bag right now, lol!

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  19. BetsyApril 30, 2018 at 8:27 AM

    Oh goodie a give away. We love a give away specially when it's your lovely hand made items...wishing myself luck!

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  20. MargaretApril 30, 2018 at 8:43 AM

    So glad the hook in was a success for you! Looks like it was a good event for sure. Thanks for the giveaway! I love your pouches! (Does it count if I'm a wannabe hooker? lol!)

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  21. Frank RV 12April 30, 2018 at 9:45 AM

    Oooh, I like the pouch on the upper right. It matches my eyes and would hold my stash. DSO

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  22. PattiApril 30, 2018 at 11:38 AM

    Your pouches are absolutely gorgeous! Need to go back and take a closer look at your booth :)
    Blessings, Patti

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  23. LindaApril 30, 2018 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks for sharing pictures of the hook-in . Your pouches are really great Thanks for offering the giveaway

    linda m

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  24. Tammy PApril 30, 2018 at 5:28 PM

    The pouches are beautiful! Thanks for sharing all the inspiration 💕 ps: my hook is always busy 😊

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  25. woolwomanApril 30, 2018 at 5:41 PM

    I'm so glad you did well at the show Lauren. Your booth space looked awesome and as you know I always appreciate seeing the rugs on display. I won't enter the drawing because I have one of your coverlet pouches that I treasure, my pickle forks home. I'm going to have an opportunity to use my pickle forks at a guild mothers day tea party - I'm so excited ! cheers Mel

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  26. QuayceetatterMay 1, 2018 at 8:52 AM

    Would love a chance on one of your coverlet purses. I have 2 family coverlets and cherish them. Love your hook rugs and have inspired me to hug again.

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  27. Raymond HomesteadMay 1, 2018 at 9:03 AM

    Would loved to have shopped at your booth! Beautiful items!

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  28. PennyMay 2, 2018 at 5:19 PM

    Beautiful rugs....wish I knew how and had such talent! I do enjoy all the pics!
    Would love an opportunity to win one of your lovely pouches....thanks for giving us the chance! Penny

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  29. Farm GirlMay 3, 2018 at 9:42 AM

    I missed this post. I love those pouches and I have really wanted one since I saw them. I would love to be entered in your give away Lauren. I love your giveaways.

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  30. Merry Wind FarmMay 4, 2018 at 7:51 PM

    You don't need to enter me. I just wanted to say that you have really hit the big time! You are famous for your jewelry! Congratulations, it is well deserved!

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