Christmas in July 2018 Blue Springs

This was the first year for the Christmas in July event, at the Elk's Lodge, in Blue Springs, MO. Foot traffic was lighter than we would have liked, but overall we had a good day. Met some new friends and got a chance to visit with some old. Thanks to Shannon for her help in setting up and working the booth, and adding the lights and Christmas decor. Who say's you can't sell Christmas ornaments in July?

Upcoming Events

Knotty Wood Spirits will be at the following events. Carvings will be available for purchase. Contact me for more info.

7/28/18        Christmas in July Craft Sale                     Blue Springs, MO
8/4/18          Shoal Creek Living History Museum        Kansas City, MO
8/11/18        Martha Lafite Nature Sanctuary                Liberty, MO
9/1/18          Shoal Creek Living History Museum        Kansas City, MO
9/8/18          Atkins Johnson Farm Country Fair          Kansas City, MO
10/13//18     Harvest Festival Shoal Creek                    Kansas City, MO
11/3/18        Martha Lafite Nature Sanctuary                Liberty, MO
11/17/18      Oak Park Craft Fair                                     Kansas City, MO

Christmas in July 2018

I'll be in Blue Springs on July 28. Come on out and get your Christmas shopping started early! 

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  Saturday, July 28 at 10 AM - 4 PM

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Boy Scout Troop 310 in Grain Valley is having a Christmas in July Craft and Vendor Fair Fundraiser! Location is the Elks Lodge in Blue Springs, LOWER LEVEL.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone there!!

Aprons with Bonnie Dean
Barb's Bath (Barbara Lehane)
Bella B Leather Earrings (Anna Inman)
Blueprint Marketing (Bemer - Ed Thomas)
Caffeine Hub ft. Java Mama (Jennifer Woodall)
Cassie & Kayla Lasher
CatSan Crafts (Cathy Sanderson)
Catsanova Crafts (Karen Buss)
Cocoa Exchange (Rebecca Graham)
Color Street (Cindy Stephens)
Crafty Creations by Eileen (Eileen Goetz)
Deco Hearts (Glenda Werst)
Devine Designs by DeDe LLC (Lawana Pulling)
Handmade By Wendy Dopp
Heartland Gifts & Crafts (Gail Orth-Aikmus)
Isabella's Baubles (Jody Wells)
It Works Global (Kim Bickham)
Jayelle Candles (Jeannette Lounsberry)
Knotty Wood Spirit Carvings (Randy George)
LaTeDa Beads (Paula Loe)
Norwex (Deena Kerschner)
Nowlin Yarn Creations (Denise Denison Nowlin)
Ozark Country Snowmen (Wrenda McKnight)
Pam's $5 Pizzazz (Paparazzi with Pam Burnham)
Piphany (The Wright Boutique - Jennifer Wright)
Princess Gear Hair Accessories (Joedi Manning)
Sassy Senses LLC (Julie Collins)
Scentsy (Ruth Ewart)
Seasonal Home Décor (Becky Arnzen)
Senegence (Candyss Camarda)
Susan Miller
Thirty-One Gifts (Christine Poynter)
TKB Creations (Kelley Byram)
Toni's Towels (Toni Erickson)
Usbourne Books (Kimberly Macht)
Yarn Monster by KC (Kayla Monroe)

Applying a Matte Finish to Cottonwood Bark

I use several finishes on cottonwood bark Deft lacquer, Howard Feed-N-Wax and even boot polish. Lately I'm using a water based matte varnish from Americana. I really like this product. It's easy and quick to apply and does not leave a shine on the carving. It's important to remove all the dust before applying any finish. I brush off the dust and then use a dry paper towel to wipe off the fine dust. I apply a light coat and do not allow it to puddle. Use a detail brush to pull the excess out of the detailed areas. I only use one coat and buff, when dry, with a crumpled paper sack if needed. As you see in the photos, when you apply the varnish it really darkens the bark and looks shiny. Fear not, it dries quickly, the bark lightens up and shine subsides. Hope this helps with your bark carvings, and thanks for following along!

Rose Brooch

If you follow along, you might remember a cameo brooch from a couple of years ago. Here's a link in case you missed it Cameo Brooch. I have been asked to come up with another brooch, this one with a rose. Here is the result. Carved from butternut, it measures 2 1/2" x 2". I attached the pin clasp with two part epoxy. Applied three light coats of Deft Satin lacquer and finished with a coat of Howard Feed-N-Wax. I really like the grain in this piece.

Shoal Creek First Saturday

 Reminder- I"ll be at Shoal Creek this Saturday July 7, 1876. Come on out, and travel back in time!