I still say Happy New Year to people at this time of January to stoke a little of that fire of good intent that, I believe, most of us begin every new year with, even those among you who have sworn off resolutions. In the shop, the front table and the window display has been refreshed. I’ve started on a series of black clay vessels and a line of photo cards I’ve been working on are in print as I write this. Come visit soon and wish me a happy New Year in return.
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Hi Sharon, I wanted to let you know my girls are enjoying their necklaces! I saw a young woman at the PO with one of your partnerâs felt bags- it was beautiful! She said it had been given to her as a gift and she loved it. Iâm looking forward to having you come to talk about the Chinese New Year next month! Thanks, Mary Carol