Let's see, where did I leave off? In the middle of shopping, I think. I was actually very restrained at the show and hardly bought anything. Now, as I recount everything and review all the pics of cool stuff I took, I'm having non-buyer's remorse and wishing I would have snatched more up. I'm still thinking about those awesome vintage plastic buttons. Ah well, flea market season is just around the corner.

So, back to my favorite vendors.
  Betsy Ally/Charmography had a really awesome booth. The Betsy Ally bags were so pretty. These broaches from Charmography were so lovely, and the cupcake display was genius. 
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Why didn't I buy one of these adorable broaches? Sigh.
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Cupcakes are the new best marketing strategy for pretty much anything and everything.
Have I mentioned the fabulous wool yet? Two that caught my eye were Woolylady  and Handbehg Felts. These pillows from Woolylady are little jewels. I want that bird pillow bad! Luckily kits are available on her site, too, right here.
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The felted balls at Handbehg Felts made me absolutely giddy. It’s amazing what you can do with these little hand-felted wool balls they sell (their tagline is “a project waiting to happen”—which really is perfect). They sell them in various sizes and colors, and you can re-shape them according to what you're making. They also sell kits. How adorable are these Easter eggs? And the pillow would look pretty great on my couch.

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I’ll leave you with a few more of my favorite images. Up next, the quilts on display!
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Pattern by Johna Lee Burk from the Scrappy Apple Yard
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Also from the Scrappy Apple, I think (can't find a listing for that booth either though)
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4/13/2011 01:35:50 am

Hi Sew Retro!

Betsy Ally was a last minute exhibitor which is why her information was not published in the Q2 show catalog for the show. I do not have her website but her email address but will send you her email address.

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Judi K
4/13/2011 03:30:25 am

Yay, thanks! I'm updating the post . . .

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