Market mysteries

Had a good day at St G's yesterday - after the traditional early start (thankfully it wasn't raining for once!) sales could be best described as sluggish in the morning. Not really complaining - just part of the the total unpredictability of a market stall which brings both fun and frustration. I was pleased to be set up beside the gang from Fusion Jewellery who were lovely company!

Around lunchtime (opted for fresh pasta from the fresh pasta man - so good), much to my delight and surprise, things got far busier and I ended up with some great 11th hour sales to round out the day. All in all, by the time I packed up my crates and headed home for a much needed shower (true confession - maybe it's just me but I always smell ever so slightly of sausages after a market day) I was a happy bunny.

Last Saturday of summer (how did that happen?)

Quick note to say that Julianne will be bringing the Knitwear Deli to St George's Market for the last Saturday of the summer, 30th August!
Come visit!

Rain Stopped Play

So, on the day with the worst weather in the history of weather (I may have made this fact up), business was not brisk for the Deli at the Market. Widespread flooding across the country made Saturday a day for sitting inside lamenting, rather than heading out into the deluge. However, rather than being miserable at the lack of trade, Charlotte and I took the opportunity to take some photos of the stall. Here you go.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder

After a long absence on my (Beth's) part, caused by a charity run dressed as John McEnroe, my sister in law to be's hen night, a week in Dingle, and a wee trip to Dublin, I was delighted to be back at the lovely St George's today (and I promise to try and organise my time better). The weather was bonkers, sun splitting the rocks one minute, and monsoon the next. The punters however were not put off and the market was nice and lively, with plenty of people stopping to browse and chat. The music was awesome too. I'm a poor blogger so I didn't catch the guy's name - will find out and let you know! I was accompanied today by Rich, long suffering knitting widower, who did all the heavy lifting, due my bad back (caused by the youngest son being 25 pounds at 11 months - and that's a medical opinion...). So we had a lovely morning, sans sons, drinking coffee and nattering. Happy times.
The cards and tea cosies were the winners of the most popular stuff competition today. My beloved felt bags were much touched and remarked upon, but alas no takers. Maybe next time.
Speaking of, I'm 99% sure I'll be back on 16th August with one of my many little sisters, the ever stylish Charlotte. So come and visit, we'd love to see you.