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Show - . ; yy ' ? A L.. f ..-! ff fl r y v-. '-ifcTt i - V ' : a- L '-- i i S . . - -., LISTENING TO the many requests of young Fair goers kept Santa Claus busy. - CHRISTMAS IN WICKER . wall decorations - and floral baskets are by Michelle Solmonson and Bonnie Hacking. .1 i r ; I f- - r't 7 i& 1L. .1 V Jrf ....-jJr.!- J III! WWJTWH 'JW.K-IJJ. 1- :1.WIF ? ! 1 SECOND GRADERS added to" the Christmas spirit with carols. Clhrosunn(o3S ?mi? ns Eii!rMaein)(o3(c Handmade hand puppets, pieced stuffed animals, quilts, gift ideas and decorations filled the Vernal Junior High gymnasium for the Christmas Fair Saturday. A large Christmas tree adorned with white macrame stars, gold reindeer made from clothespins and stuffed Christmas print ornaments greeted the many fair goers. The decorations and a circular tree skirt of plaid with a dotted double ruffle in green and red were made by Holly Hendricksen of the USU Extension service. Many booths full of fun holiday ideas circled the hall. Among them were Christmas creations in wicker by Bonnie Hacking and Michelle Solmonson. Diane Maxfield and Melinda Barlow displayed a table full of dollclothes. Ceramics, by Kay Godfredson were enjoyed by many. Kay pours most of her own molds and helps many others enjoy the thrill of painting and firing ceramic pieces such as an elegant manger scene, adorable tree ornaments, or-naments, tiny gold angels and other gift items. China painting was demonstrated by Katie Johnson who paints delicate flower patterns on china dishes, bowls, pitchers and vases. Each piece is fired at least three times. When completed each is a heirloom. Katie is presently painting an eight piece place setting of china for her daughter. Mrs. Johnson shares her talents with others through demonstrations and lessons. Several leaded glass terrariums created by Lynn S. Sessions caught the attention of fair visitors. Lynn also creates stained glass windows and tiffany lamps. A four needled sewing machine which cut, bound and sewed a seam all at once was being demonstrated by Marlene Andreasen. "It's wonderful for knits," pillll Lll I I HWIUm IIII.UUUI.III..IU ui I y it zip sj C) J ? J? - V.,-: she commented, "and is especially handy for mending knit skirts." Elaine Walton was showing an original game "The Path of Life" for children four to ten years of age. "You do not need to know how to read to play this game," said Elaine. It took her seven years to perfect and publish the game. It is available for Christmas giving this year. The fair also featured many booths from commercial businesses. Among the displays were Christmas ideas from Glenn Mar Arts with Maureen Spencer showing many of the craft ideas she will be teaching at workshops and classes this holiday season. Western Auto displayed gift ideas of microwave ovens and other appliances. Arn's Wood Shop was represented by many beautiful solid wood items ideal to stain and give as holiday gifts. Dry Fork Trade Co., recently opened at the Rendezvous, showed many items such as gun powder rifles, mountain men clothing and accessories and old fashioned calico prints. During the day singing and marching groups added to the Christmas spirit. These included Lisa VanWagner who sang accompanied by Laura Winward; Lisa Glick directed the High Steppers; Central Elementary second graders sang Christmas songs, Laura Winward, Carrie Jensen and Irene Jones danced. In the afternoon Santa Claus heard requests from the many young people present. Christmas gift ideas and money saving ways with electricity were presented during the afternoon by Marilyn Manning of Utah Power and Light Company. The fair was sponsored by the USU Extension and Community Schools. Holly Hendricksen and Mary Contreras served as coordinators. "We feel the fair was a success," commented Holly. HANDPAINTED CHINA, an heirloom gift, with creator Katie Johnson. |