More Fiber Excitement

I just got back from a planning meeting of the organizers of the CNY Fiber Producers Annual Showcase on June 11 and 12. Our new fiber festival grew out of the small group who participated in the Focus on Fiber at the Madison County Fair. Pam Haendle, cashmere goatherd from Brookfield, decided our group of local fiber artists needed a larger, more dedicated venue and her dream is a reality. The site is perfect, nestled in the little town of Bouckville, of summer antique show fame. Situated on route 20, it is easy to get to from all over New York and New Jersey. After walking the grounds with the owners of the Butternut Hill Campground, we adjourned to Quacks Diner to have a bite and continue our meeting. There are many things to consider with planning a large fiber event, from advertising to Boy Scouts to supervise parking to food for thousands of people to eat. We have giant tents coming and port-o-potties. Sponsors and benefactors are rolling in. This is all very exciting and I'm thrilled to be on the founding committee. Check out www.cnyfiber.org for details on the vendors and activities. I am doing ongoing fleece skirting demonstrations along with spinning yarn right from the grease fleece without any preparation. We'll have wagon rides and live music along with felting and rug braiding workshops, and more.