Crafty fundraiser
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‘We did have to contend with the weather,’ said committee member Brandie Mansfield. ‘We canceled the first date, and re-scheduled it; which actually turned out great.’
Holding a craft show was a new endeavor for the school, with committee members coming up with the suggestion. Since it was such a success, they have planned to make it an annual event, deciding to hold it on the first weekend in May each year. Crafters are known to plan ahead, allowing them to mark their calendars now for the May 2 date.
Booth space can also be reserved now, by calling chairman Charlotte Hutchins at the school at 473-9006. The booth charge is $25.
Approximately 40 vendors from Warren and surrounding counties filled the school’s gymnasium, displaying a variety of merchandise. Everything from handmade baskets to bird feeders made from recycled items filled the gym.
One particularly interesting exhibitor was Chris Johnson, with her Native American arts booth. Her featured item was drums made from recycled bowls covered with either cow, deer, pig or goat rawhide, giving each a different sound.
‘They each have a different personality,’ Johnson said with a laugh. ‘They are just like children, no two are alike.’
Entire classes contributed items for the fun theme baskets, with the University of Tennessee and the Hannah Montana baskets bringing the highest bids. Others featured a breakfast theme, Easter items, movies and the popular ‘High School Musical.’
The younger set enjoyed jumping in the large inflatable amusement feature set up in the gym, as well as partaking in the delicious items for sale at the concession stand.
‘We at Bobby Ray hope to make this an annual community event, that people can look forward to each year,’ said Mansfield. ‘We are very thankful for all who attended, and to all our vendors for making it a success.’