Well, the forecasters were right this time, as we had a snowy weekend for the Gifts for Yule show. I must admit, it was very nostalgic when the holiday tune "Let it snow" was singing along, across the speakers, and large white flakes were falling outside. Luckily, we had a pause in the weather as the doors opened on Saturday, and the chilly air and snowy roads did not stop many shoppers from attending this festive event! Thank you to all who bundled up and came out to see us! Below are a few images from this fun event, so enjoy! And if you were unable to attend, please mark your calendar for our 7th Annual Holiday Folk Art Show and Open House at our home in Lakewood!... It will be here soon :) ~ Johanna

* That's me smiling and pleased to be all set up and ready for a fun show to start...

PS... for those wondering ~ my left hand and wrist were hurting on Saturday, so I wrapped it up to protect it. I think it's from tightly gripping my art while I sculpt and paint with my right... (workplace hazard...!!) Luckily, the pain left on Sunday :)

* A pair of my Snowmen Bauble reproduction ornaments nestle in an old vintage white tree...

* My various Santa reproductions grouped together and awaiting to meet holiday shoppers...

* There's my cute hubby who safely drove me and our trailer filled with goodies to this holiday event during a winter snowstorm...

* Cute little snowmen heads dangle from a green feather tree in my holiday display...

By the way, the old enamel kettle was my great grandmother's, and mom tells me she made the best Norwegian coffee in it for the holidays!.... I've obviously found a new use for it... I wonder if Grandma Hannah would approve...?

* A peek at my booth all decked out in Christmas cheer....

* More fun holiday reproduction characters of mine stand in unison....

* A festive collage offering just a peek at what the other artisan vendors had to offer at this fun event...

* More visions of eye candy offered by local exhibitors....

* A glimpse at my holiday display....

* © 2009 Johanna Parker Design *Photographs are the property of Johanna Parker and may not be used without permission.

Last weekend we celebrated the 11th Annual Gifts for Yule Show in Denver, but with a twist! This show, rich in holiday tradition, had a new face this year as Sam Robinson hosted it for the first time at the Historic Phipps Tennis Pavilion. Wow, what a beautiful setting for any special event! You will see from the photos below that the artisans enjoyed a glassy rooftop above our heads as our showroom featured a fabulous arched atrium ceiling. There was no need for special spotlights or other lighting as the sun rays filled our booths with natural light. The character and history of this special place was quite captivating. Thank you all who spent your weekend shopping with us! As always, we appreciate your kind words, smiles and support, and I hope you enjoyed our new, yet ancient location :)

~ Johanna

* A quick photo taken the last hour as exhibitors put the final touches on their displays... Look at that amazing glass ceiling!

* A snap of me peeking through my display of Santas and candy ornaments...

* One of two entrances... like stepping back in time....

* A wide shot of my booth featuring a festive theme of red & white...

* Red Belsnickels in various sizes enjoy the company of whimsical snowmen...

* A peek out back on an unusually warm November day reveals a sea of brick patterns and architectural elements that intrigue the eye....

* A quick look about and you see a gorgeous climbing tree, sprawled across a time-worn brick wall... What a peaceful place to enjoy the outdoors....

* Back inside and after the intense lunch rush, a few shoppers rest and enjoy hot soups and muffaletta sandwiches created by the talented Erika McNeish... Yum!