Follow these signs through the countryside to the 11 destinations of the Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR this weekend.

Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR Sign

Annual Open Studios ARTTOUR Sign

We’re in the final preparations. One good thing about this annual event is that we get the property, as well as the studio, in great shape,  add outdoor sculptures and mow the trails, in case you want to stroll. The weather has been so mild, and the forecast says it will be sunny for the weekend.

In addition to the art work, jewelry, cards and prints, we have a giveaway area, as in years past…

Apricot Blush Seed tag, by Kathleen O'Brien

Apricot Blush Seed tag, by Kathleen O’Brien

Our experiment making fig/olive and cranberry/rosemary crisps turned out excellent. I admit, I had to do some sampling.

Bowl of Figs and Lemon

Bowl of Figs and Lemon

If the kids are restless, there is a coloring book of birds we see around Sunwise Farm and Sanctuary…

Bird Coloring Book by Kathleen O'Brien

Bird Coloring Book by Kathleen O’Brien

When everything is set up I plan on making a video of it for our  far-away friends who can not be here in person, and post it next week. But I do hope to see YOU!