If you’re anywhere near North Adams, Massachusetts on September 29, head on over to the Autumn Arts and Crafts Festival.

The press release says :

North Adams, MA - The Autumn Arts and Crafts Festival takes place on Saturday, September 29th from 10:00 - 3:00 pm on the sidewalk of the north side of Main Street, featuring the work of nearly two dozen crafters, artists and artisans.

Photographs, handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and more will be available for sale. Local craft and artisan shops will also be represented and food will be available. All work is handmade by the artist/crafter and of good quality. There are still a few slots available, but this popular event will be closed to registration soon.

Call Sharon Leary at 413-664.5404 or Rod Bunt at 413-664-6180.

An acorn wreath is a traditional Autumn/Fall craft project that will keep a child or adult occupied and make a gift or decoration for the home.

It will require some supervision, depending on the child’s age. You’ll need :

Acorns, a wicker wreath frame, a hot glue gun, glue sticks, a newspaper, flowers or other decorations.

To make the wreath, spread the newspaper on a flat surface and lay the wreath frame on it.

Heat your glue gun and, starting in the middle of the wreath, begin gluing the bottom of an acorn. Place the glued part of the acorn in the middle of the wreath and stand the acorn upright.

Make one row in a straight line going all the way around the wreath. Repeat the process from top to bottom with the wreath still lying flat.

Decorate with flowers, bows, or other ornaments. Be sure not to leave any open spaces except at the back. The back of the wreath should be clear of acorns so it lies flat.

A wreath hanger is recommended as it is quite heavy.