Happy Halloween!

We wouldn't want to spend Halloween any place else but in the Hudson Valley! We want to wish you all a happy and safe Halloween tomorrow!

While you wait for the Trick or Treaters to show up, why not check out some of the latest Etsy treasuries from the team?

The Pumpkin Song

I've known my friend Debbie for many years and when our children were young 

we got together very often. This time of year we would celebrate Halloween together

either with a birthday party for my son or just a gathering for everyone.

She would always sing the pumpkin song:

(I have no idea who to credit this song to!)

Five little pumpkins sitting on a gate

The first one said,

Oh my it's getting late!

The second one said,

We don't care!

The third one said,

There are leaves in the air!

The fourth one said,

I'm ready for some fun!

The fifth one said,

Let's run and run and run!

Then whoosh went the wind and out went the light

and the five little pumpkins rolled out of sight.

It would usually be her singing alone and the kids would laugh.

This year I was there for her granddaughters birthday party, they had gone 

pumpkin picking and then carved their pumpkins. Of course the song

had to be sung. But what a chorus she had to sing with her, her daughters and

their children and a few friends. It reinforced in my mind how important 

traditions are, even one so simple as a silly song. It binds us and gives us memories.

So this time of year with the holidays fast approaching, we are all scrambling

to get as much done as we possibly can in this last quarter of the year, remember

that it really is the little simple things that leave the most lasting impressions.

Enjoy!

Sue DiGilio - digiliodesigns.etsy.com

National Pumpkin Day (Oct 26)

Happy National Pumpkin Day! While that pie is baking in the oven, let's check out some of the Pumpkin goodies you can get from the team!

Pumpkin Card from Karmabee

Pumpkin and Sunflower Seed Brittle from Catskill Candy Co

Felt Coffee Cozy from Quarter Life Luck

Tea Infuser Pumpkin Charm from Beau Tea Studio

Crochet Pumpkin Kit from The Pudgy Rabbit

Save The Date: "Makers-on-Hudson" Holiday Craft Fair December 12th

Yes! It's that time of the year where we are elbow deep planning this year's handmade holiday craft fair! We're changing things up a little bit...

We will be back at The Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY for Second Saturday in December. That's Saturday December 12th from 10 am to 5 pm.   There are just a few more days left to apply!  

"Second Saturday" in Beacon is always fun to check out.  You can check out all the art galleries, dine out, check out the holiday window displays in all the storefronts, and even attend their tree lighting.

RSVP on Facebook and follow the event page for updates and vendor announcements.

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

Gunkhole Down the River From North To South with Hudson Valley Etsy

Shaving Soap from Hudson Naturals

"Gunkholing," is a quirky nautical term for meandering down a waterway, stopping here and there to explore or stock up on provisions. So, get into the adventurous spirit of gunkholing and pay a visit to two of our members this weekend. Christina, from Hudson Naturals will be in Albany at the Half Moon Market with her handmade bath and body products for women and men. Her logo features an image of the Half Moon, Henry Hudson's ship. Hudson cruised the river extensively, gunkholing all the way.

Owl and Moon punch needle embroidery by Harp and Thistle

Erin, from Harp and Thistle will be at the opposite end of the river at the Greenpointers Market . Sail on down to discover one of her delightful punch needle embroidery treasures for yourself or pick up a gift for someone special.