October's Journey: Rhinebeck

One of my non-traveling hobbies is crocheting.  I make a mean star-shaped baby blanket, as all of my procreating friends have learned.  That said, I stick to basic patterns and am by no means a skilled fiber-worker.  Still, it's fun to hang with the cool kids, the ones who can make actual clothing and beautifully knit accessories. 

That led to a pilgrimage to the Mecca of all things yarn: the New York Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY.  The event takes place at the height of foliage season and combines the best of a state fair with a really beautiful craft fair.  Great food, great crafts, and a wonderful good time with friends.  I limited my purchase to about $100 but I could have spent so much more!  Oh, and those pretzels- YUM.

We also go to explore the town a little which led to an eclectic dinner and a lovely morning at the farmer's market.  It even snowed, the first of the season!  Rhinebeck ended up being a great little getaway with all the best of fall- cider, leaves, warm clothes, and good friends.

Mmmmm,food

My haul