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| Heirloom Baby Set Purchased at a Bazaar |
In our area there are numerous church bazaars. One benefit of
attending is to obtain gifts for Christmas, but a more important service is
supporting the work of a church in advancing God’s kingdom.
My first experience with Christmas bazaars read more
happened as a young newlywed. The church we attended held a Christmas bazaar every year to raise money for the church. I remember the elderly lady who always crocheted beautiful baby sweaters, hats, and blankets. In fact, I received a set of them from another woman in the church when our first child was born. Christmas ornaments abounded in that time. I still have the tiny babes in walnut shell cradles, crocheted stars, and other homemade ornaments that I purchased during that era. Things purchased at bazaars aren't just gifts, they become heirlooms, too.
happened as a young newlywed. The church we attended held a Christmas bazaar every year to raise money for the church. I remember the elderly lady who always crocheted beautiful baby sweaters, hats, and blankets. In fact, I received a set of them from another woman in the church when our first child was born. Christmas ornaments abounded in that time. I still have the tiny babes in walnut shell cradles, crocheted stars, and other homemade ornaments that I purchased during that era. Things purchased at bazaars aren't just gifts, they become heirlooms, too.
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| A Lap Quilt Made by Iva Book |
The current connection I have with a bazaar is finding
backing, batting, and fabric for my mother who at 89 still loves to sew for a
bazaar. She and many other ladies at the church do such work year round as they
make blankets for overseas missions to give away. At Christmas time though, she
adds to her regular church work by stitching lap quilts to sell at the St.
Stephens Lutheran Church Bazaar. Here is
one of my lap quilts that my mother made if you are interested in attending and
want to know what they are like. They are perfect for covering on a cold winter
night or as a gift to your loved one in the nursing home.
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| Casserole Carrier by Don Bratton |
My old church in Effort PA used to have a White Elephant sale along with the handmade goods. Throughout the year, we'd put aside item to take to that event... calling it our 'bizarre' items. Even at the age of around 6, my son would hold up a toy & ask, " does this look like a bizarre item?". Wonderful memories!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing to allow us to enjoy your memories too.
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