If I had to live in London on my meagre means, I would try and find somewhere in Herne Hill. It is really a vibrant community, with a large park and a Lido with swimming pool and gymnasium (and café) and a selection of small shops and cafés.
The sense of community is really strengthened by the Sunday Market, where I had a stall today, ably (and very kindly) assisted by the lovely Janet.
The market organisers provide the stall canopies and a table per person - two people sharing a stall (or one person paying a little bit more). I shared my canopy with Jan, a local potter, who makes exquisite bowls, Yunomi cups and so forth...
She was on the left and I was on the right...
This is a closer view of my stall, although I fear you have seen it all before...
It was a lovely day but with a chilly wind. We were there at 8.0 am to set up and people drifted in to buy from about 9 onwards although, officially, the market is open from 10 - 4.
It soon got busy with people, bikes, pushchairs, everyone out to enjoy what is really only our second day of sun...
I did very well, and it was lovely having all the encouraging comments about my work.
Janet, a friend and neighbour, came with me for the whole day (thank you, thank you, thank you Janet) leaving her husband in bed feeling rather poorly - it's so nice having the support of friends.
7 comments:
Did you make all the things on your stall?I am very impressed and would have loved a closer look.
Hi Beejay
Yes, I make everything myself. Just can't stop knitting and crocheting! But I live alone, in an isolated cottage, with no TV which makes a difference!
Penny
x
I also would love a little peek at what you had on your table - glad the day was a successful one ... J
Hi
I really would have liked to have come to the market and see you and your work.. I would have bought one of your shawls, they always look so pretty, plus some of your other craft work.
Glad you had customers, well done
What a super neighbour to help you.
If you plan to do another one please let me know
Chris x
I'm glad to hear the market was successful. It looks rather chilly but at least you had sunshine an nice company. Have a good week. Regula
G'day Penny.
Wow, you have been busy. What a fabulous stall. I am glad you did well. You deserve it. Take care. Liz...x
Really pleased it went well. :-)
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