Wednesday, December 5, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Local artisans ply wares at holiday bazaars — By Jodi Schneider, Correspondent — Sisters’ multitude of artist and craftspeople plied their wares at local arts and crafts bazaars last weekend. The Roundhouse Foundation sponsored the Holiday Art Show in the entry gallery at Sisters Art Works on Adams Avenue, where local artists showcased their handiwork with holiday banners, original art garlands, and hand-painted platters. For three years local artist Kit Stafford has coordinated the Holiday Art Show that profits Sisters Kiwanis Food Bank. “I curate the entry gallery for Kathy Deggendorfer, and this year I orchestrated all the painting of the plates and platters that are showcased in the entry lobby,” Stafford said. Upstairs in the Art Works building Deggendorfer showcased her original art for sale. “This is a really fun way to be able to see all the people in town,” said Deggendorfer. “And I wouldn’t be able to do it without the help from Laura Fouts and Debbie Barnes.” Local artist Sharyl McCulloch displayed her Accessories with Attitude. “My scarves are showcased at Gary Cooley’s Collection Gallery on Hood Avenue and I only do one of each type,” McCulloch said. “I started knitting 10 years ago when I was a Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show board mem- ber. Then when some other board members suggested that I needed to go professional, I did.” Holiday wreaths from Black Butte School were for sale outside the Art Works building and at The Belfry where The Belfry Holiday Art Extravaganza was in full swing on Saturday morning. “The wreath-making has been a tradition for many years at Black Butte School in Camp Sherman,” said volunteer Rachel Gonzales of Camp Sherman. “The proceeds from the wreaths (go) to the different programs at Black Butte School such as the end-of-the-year ski program and pizza party. The big push this year that might take a couple of years is a new playground for the students. So, the students have been very motivated to get out and sell wreaths.” Alumni parent Paula Lovegren made all the bows for the holiday wreaths. Local vendors filled The Belfry with 15 Holiday Wines to fit every palate and every budget. Order your party platters now for holiday entertaining! 541-549-2222 635 N. Arrowleaf Trail, Sisters • www.gorays.com Whatever Your Dream Destination... Start 2019 Travel Planning Now! PHOTO PROVIDED Sharyl McCulloch’s knitted scarves were on display. handcrafted arts and crafts from hand- made chocolates and pottery to jewelry and paintings. “This is our fifth year hosting the Holiday Art Extravaganza,” said Belfry owner Angeline Rhett. “We are very excited to have Sisters Jazz Combo performing this morning and then Sisters Jazz Choir later today.” Cozy neck-warmers and winter hats knitted by Sahnya Greenfield from Bend was a popu- lar handmade item. “I have been knitting for years, even before my kids were born,” said Greenfield. “I use the softest breathable merino wool.” Chocolatier Lidia Vasquez loves handcraft- ing dark, milk and white chocolate, and during the holidays who can resist a fresh, sweet and delicious confection? Vasquez has always had a hidden passion for chocolate and began her business in 2008 as a hobby, and as it grew, she began to see the potential for going full time creating unique chocolates. “My chocolates are handcrafted and locally made in small batches from the finest cacao grown in Venezuela. I use high-quality ingre- dients to provide freshness.” You can find Lidia’s Chocolates at the Newport Avenue Market in Bend and Bend Gift Store in St. Charles Hospital. 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