With a steady stream of shoppers
Photos and story by Monty Siekerman
In only its second year, the craft fair at Vancrest drew a large number of vendors--34--and a steady stream of shoppers throughout the day on Saturday.
Customers found a huge variety of holiday and everyday items to choose from, including jewelry, Christmas towels, Mary Kay products, cookies, and all manner of unique crafts.
Here are some scenes from the fair, including people you may know and a glance at some of the one-of-a-kind items that were offered for sale.
Photo: Chris Gibson and daughter Kalua Sleesman hold a truck made by Chris' late husband Tom.
• Arrangements of poinsettias.
• One-of-a-kind gifts.
• A Christmas tree made of cedar.
• Karen Epley of Ada (seated) and daughter, Abby Gould of Lima, with handmade necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.
• Marjorie Johnson (seated) and Bonnie Cole with puzzles they made and glued. This puzzle has a 3D and lighted tree in the center.
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