SAFF 2010

For years I have been hearing my friends around the yarn shops talking about SAFF this and SAFF that. I had always wanted to go but it seemed a little silly for a woman who breaks out into a rash while wearing wool to go to a fiber fair. But after yammering on twitter with Kate (Tot Toppers) and Brandy (PixiePurls) I decided to jump in head first and skip the visiting the fair step and go right to vending.

Sadly Brandy ended up not being able to join us in vending, but Kate and I had a great time. Set up was the hardest part because both Kate and I are sticklers for presentation. I think it took us twice as long as any other booth but it was well worth it. I only seemed to have taken the one photo but Kate has more on her blog.

The first night in the hotel was crazy as Kate and I did some last minute upgrades to our booth. At one point Kate was sewing table clothes wile I was making a spread sheet to track sales. Then we changed out strings on bag until midnight. But after making a huge mess in the room we final got to sleep.

After the mad dash of the initial setup it was relatively smooth sailing. We had great weather of cold mornings but mild afternoons. And I loved the fresh air and the incredible fall light. They were the perfect touch to the already wonderful atmosphere created by the friendliness and passion of everyone who attended. I met some really great people and I hope to see them next year.

Also on the good new front: I spent a good portion of the weekend wearing a wool hats with no signs of a rash. Maybe it is time to try knitting with wool again. I have a skein of Spud and Chloë sweater calling to me.