Ghoultide Gathering 2011: Bountiful Ghouls

  I look forward to this event each year with the anticipation that a wee one might have on Christmas morning.  Life, after all, is about collecting the moments which inspire this wonder.  As we entered Ghoultide this year we were greeted by a happily familiar character. A Scott Smith creation making sure that everyone knew where to get tickets. Joe and I received tickets compliments of the promoters of Ghoultide Gathering. This was such a kind gesture and we were greeted like rock stars!

              One thing that has remained throughout the years is the convergence of true collectors to Mill Race Village.This year, a Friday night pre-buy was added to the event! Although the rain and wind were wicked on the hair,  I doubt any amount of elements could deter this group.  The Ghoultide Gathering is comprised of  3 buildings, housing artists and a new "Tents on the Green" section for new artists.  There were other buildings, but they were either closed or only open for historical tours. 

 New this year was sweet gourmet kettle corn tent.  I am still eating the huge bag we bought. 
The gardens looked amazing throughout the village. I even captured roses in October!

                                           This is a Scott Smith greeter Jack o Lantern instillation

 The tents on the green played host to new artist including my friend Joyce Stahl of Enchanted Productions.  I love her orange tent and the wonderful decor. The Enchanted Production tent won Best of Show for visual artistry. 

                                                        She was so busy the entire show!

Mill Race Village is a beautiful venue with tons of charm. This is one of the Victorian styled homes on site. Joe and were so enchanted with the tiniest of details...

                                               From the tiny crab apples adding a touch of natural color,

                                      to the luscious moss growing on the shingles of an out building....

                                             I was amazed at the green hydrangeas, they were huge!

                                   My green boots are so trusty! They kept my tootsies warm.

Passed the gazebo we spotted a small waterfall.... After all of they years coming to Ghoultide I have never noticed this.

                                                    This was taken at the Carriage House.

                                                     Joyce Stahl of Enchanted Productions

                                                                        My new hat!

                                                  Our faux mustaches proved to be so fun!!

                                                                  

                                                                              Ha ha!

We had a wonderful time!