A pretty view of Twisp Works during "Mistletoe Madness" last Friday night. This an annual outdoor holiday event, but different from our typical street fairs in Seattle, where the same vendors sell the same (mostly) imported stuff.
In Twisp, the shops, galleries, and art studios all host open houses, and the arts and crafts are local. You would be amazed at the artistic talent in the Methow Valley.
Our family drove in from the pear farm and we walked up to downtown Twisp together, which was jammed with people. It was fun but a challenge finding dinner. There are only two restaurants, and one was closed on such a busy night, go figure. Everything worked out and we had some good barbecue.
I cleaned the river house and we closed up, probably now for the winter.
For luck, I always take a parting shot before closing the door.
We hit the road early on Saturday morning, fueled by gourmet donuts from Orchard House and Lone Pine Coffee. We lucked out on the weather and traffic, having an easy drive both directions.
We had a full load because I talked John into bringing a chair back to Seattle. There was a big old uncomfortable recliner crammed in this little room, and now I have a bright corner to read and sew this winter.
A rare, perfect winter day for getting rid of furniture! Sunny from start to finish, topped off by a beautiful sunset.
The freshly cut tree is already up at the farmhouse. Guess I need to put it into holiday gear around here.
