Last weekend, my husband and I got up very, very early. This early…..
and drove a couple of hours to STARworks in Star, NC. Star is supposed to be the center of North Carolina.
STARworks is a place where glassblowing is taught and practiced among other things. We had read about a special four hour event that takes place there once a year.
It is called The Glass Pumpkin Patch and it is one of their best fundraisers for their High School Glass Program.
People line up in anticipation of being able to purchase hand-blown glass pumpkins in all shapes and sizes.
When they cut the rope, those first in line hurry to find a special glass pumpkin (or two or three or ???).
Some were looking for a unique color
like amethyst or one that was iridescent.
Some hoped for a plain ol’ orange pumpkin but I must assure you that none of these were plain.
Even their stems varied from pumpkin to pumpkin – some loopy and some curly.
Who ever thought a blue pumpkin would have such allure?
When the rising sun was shining on them, it was difficult to decide which one we liked best.
We felt pretty lucky to be able to bring a couple home with us – including this pale teal colored one.
The morning after our adventure, my husband said I should go and have another look at our pumpkins because they made beautiful carriages, but he had no idea where we were going to keep the horses!
I am in awe of this wonderful event you attended - wow!! I would have wanted to them all home - so gorgeous :)
ReplyDeleteHi Stitching Noni,
DeleteIt was quite unique and it was really fascinating to talk to people about their choices. They really were lovely!
~ginger
Love the pumpkins, not so sure about the coach. We have several like that which ply the seafront in Blackpool. Not much fun when you're tired and trying to get home from work. But then I'm a grumpy old man.
ReplyDeleteAlan
Hi Alan,
DeleteMaybe the coaches you have weren't born from a wish and a glass pumpkin? :) I really do doubt that you are a grumpy old man. No, not you who climbs the highest heights! You'll have to pick another adjective. :)
~ginger
Sebastian, you could ride the horses as long as you were home by the stoke of midnight.
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Wilbur
Hi Wilbur,
DeleteYou should come and take a ride with Sebastian. He needs someone who will help him feed the horses!
~ginger
Oh my goodness... what an awesome event 0_0
ReplyDeleteHi Heather,
DeleteIt was pretty cool - in both senses of the word!
~ginger
That looks like so much fun! And it looks like it would be so hard to choose a pumpkin! Glad you got a couple. ;) The sunrise picture is beautiful, and the horse and pumpkin carriage do look magical. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Kay Joy,
DeleteIt was a really fun day. Choosing was hard but you really couldn't make a bad choice so in another way it was really easy....
Thank you for reading!
~ginger
Those glass pumpkins are magnificent like fairy tales!
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea!
Hugs,
Tatyana
Hi Tatyana,
DeleteI was fascinated when I read about it. I think it's a very creative way for them to make the community aware of their work as well as raise money for the school.
Thanks for reading!
~ginger
That looks like a fun day! I can't wait to ride in the carriage next time we are over ;0) xx
ReplyDeleteHi Elanor,
DeleteI think you'd like seeing some of the small towns we passed through. And as they say "Your carriage awaits...."
~ginger
I would have loved to see such a lovely display in person, but your pictures are great! And how good to have such a program in school (almost makes me want to go back, but not quite!). Thanks for sharing your experiences with us - it's so enriching.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Kayzy
Hi Kayzy,
DeleteIt was really quite a sight and exciting too. I'm glad that you enjoyed seeing these photos. Yes, I think if we could go to school for the fun stuff - it might be okay for a bit.
Thanks so much for your kind words!
~ginger
Ooh, that looks like loads of fun. Wonder if LT will take me to a pumpkin patch while we're here...
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Jack
Hi Jack,
DeleteI think you would have fun if you could talk her into it. Then pick out 5 or 6 and tell her you want to take them home as souvenirs for all your friends in The Clan.
~ginger
That looks like it would be alot of fun. It would have been hard for me to pick just one.
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