I always thought I was selling hats and knitwear…Apparently I am not. I am selling an experience. People are choosier about who they buy from. Not saying that I’m that person….but lately, I have been told that buying from me is an enjoyable experience.

This has to be the highest compliment that I have received….even more meaningful than all the nice knit words. What is the current state of retail, when a kind word or compliment from me would carry any weight at all.

I was watching the other vendors at the Fab Fair today, their interactions, their conversations. Everyone seemed to be having a great time and pleasant exchanges. Damn, it’s not just ME. Nothing special about me at all.

I think anyone that has a passion for what they do is able to translate that feeling to their work. In this day of imports, people seem to be more interested in who makes/creates the items they choose to buy and make an effort to support handmade.

Thanks to the folks who support handmade.