Yesterday  I donned by NELG name badge and headed to the Convention Center in downtown Hartford, CT.  It was the final day of Stitches East.  I had three goals - First meet Kristi Miller of Knitting Universe - she is the organizer I spoke with in getting an educational non-profit two booth space. Unfortunately our group decided not to attend - we truly missed out.  As I spoke to vendors - they said the show was bustling with business and overall a great show.  I learned some of the in's and out's about the set up of a show and great ideas that will benefit NELG in its future.

 Second goal was to meet yarn shops from the New England area.  It's nice on Sunday morning, a little be slower, as I was able to meet with the shop owners.  They were interested in having us demonstrate or put on an event.   I also had time to renew my acquaintance with the Exec Director, of the Crochet Guild of America - their conference, The Knit & Crochet Show is back to New Hampshire this summer beginning June 27th. Hmmm, maybe we could attend? 

Third, spread the word of NELG.  I had people stop me in the aisles and ask about NELG - I may have two more individuals interested in our group. 

All in all - what a great show.  Bonus - purchased two skeins of recycled saria silk 'yarn'. 

Having fun....  Patty