TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA!

I am headed to Tallahassee for the annual MARKET DAYS at the Fairgrounds. Since the show is only 3 blocks from FSU, you get a lot of customers looking for college related items.

So why not put something on the jeans I will be wearing to catch the attention of the passers-by.

LAWN CHAIRS AND MILK CANS!

LSU was paid the tribute that they earned this year, by Janet painting the resemblance on a vintage lawn chair and an antique dairy milk can(which when an antique tractor seat-in yellow- is added makes a great tailgate seat). 
When the rest of the chair is assembled, it is truly unique. Then metal frame is yellow in contrast to the purple.
Although these photos do not show the true colors, you can bet that they are.

T-REX DINOSAUR-YARD ART

As many of loyal followers know (those that are on parole and have access to a computer), I deal in yard art. Nothing is too big or too small, too incorrect, jaw-dropping, or just down right fun
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Well this T-Rex is just such an example. He(or she) is 9 ft, high and 9 ft. long, just the right size to catch the attention of passing motorists and that piss-ant president of the home-owners association. Depending on where you live, I am sure that "T" violates at least half a dozen zoning codes and probably some state laws as well, all the things that make him(her) a must have for your home.

I have used this THUNDER LIZARD to draw crowds at the festivals that I do from all over the South. I can not count the number of times that I have turned down fair offers for him; I was having too much fun to part with him.

Alas, we have come to the end of an era. I have moved to a new home and there is just no place for him. It is not because of the neighbors or anything like that, the property just is not suited for him to sit level and be the menacing creature that he should be.

I would love to find a good home for the dinosaur. That does not mean I want to give him away, but rather, I have decided to sell the fella for what I gave for him. If you would like to own something that would draw attention to your business, be a great tax deduction, a local landmark, most assuredly increase your traffic flow, then give me a call.

I you know anything about me at all it is DON'T WASTE MY TIME! If you are just curious as to how much it cost, save your phone call, I will only give information to serious inquiries.

larrycook351@yahoo.com
706-302-8902

FESTIVAL ON PONCE!

July is not a good time to hold an outdoor festival for the obvious reasons---it is as hot as HELL in mid-town Atlanta! Still, when your friends at AFFPS promote a show, if you are smart, you will attend. Given the fact that Atlanta and the surrounding area have some well established events during "festival season", finding an open date can be a challenge I suppose.

July 23rd and 24th were no exception to the "Hot as Hell" rule. I will admit that I tried several times to talk myself out of signing up for THE FESTIVAL ON PONCE. This was one of many times that I was glad that I did not listen to myself whine about the heat, the unload and load out, etc., etc.

Patrick, Randall, and their staff take very good care of the vendors. They are there to help you put up your tent, provide life-giving coffee and donuts in the mornings and all through the day, the girls are bringing water and snacks to the vendors. They also will provide someone to watch your booth when you need a restroom break. Thanks guys!

As always, I was glad that I attended. I met new friends, received leads to new festivals, and most importantly, I made some money.

The above photo is Robin kissing her new 5ft. Rooster that she bought from me, just minutes before we closed Sunday evening.

If you would like your own Rooster, or any one of several other critters that I carry, please e-mail or phone me.

Remember: Just throw your head back and CROW!

Larry-the glider guy
706-302-8902
larrycook351@yahoo.com

PETALS FROM THE PAST-AS FUN AND QUAINT AS IT SOUNDS!

The name of the nursery and the festival are the same-PETALS FROM THE PAST. Located along I-65, just south of Birmingham, Al., this place has a large following and is well received in a broad area. I was just a little surprised at the large crowd that the event drew, but it is an annual event in these parts, so it was expected by the repeat vendors.
I had a steady flow of customers on both days and with the good weather we had, it turned out to a fun event for me.
Granted, dollar-wise, it was not the best of shows, but there are things more important than money. I had not had a chance to see "ALABAMA"(Terry Gilpin) since Janice had past away,and he is a very good friend and wanted to share some memories of her with me.
"BOTTLE TREE BOB", "COWBOY", and several other vendors that do the circuit were in attendance to share stories and have a few good laughs.
Making money pays the bills, but having good friends and good times is the true measure of the quality of life. With that as my gauge, then I am truly wealthy!

EUFAULA ALABAMA IN THE SPRING!!! MAN-O-MAN THE PLACE TO BE!

WITH SARGENT SANDERS (THERE IS ONLY ONE COLONEL SANDERS) PROUDLY STANDING GUARD DUTY, THE DAY BEGAN AT THE 2010 GARDEN TREASURES SECTION OF THE EUFAULA PILGRIMAGE. THE WEATHER WAS BEAUTIFUL, THE CROWDS WERE LARGE AND THE ATMOSPHERE WAS AS IT ALWAYS IS IN THIS VERY SOUTHERN CITY; IT WAS DRIPPING WITH SOUTHERN CHARM AND HOSPITALITY.
THE RECEPTION THAT YOU RECEIVE IN THIS ANTEBELLUM COMMUNITY IS NOT JUST FOR SHOW, YOU WILL GET A HEAPING DOSE EACH AND EVERY TIME YOU VISIT THE CITY OF BEAUTIFUL (FOR THE LACK ON MY PART OF MORE DESCRIPTIVE WORDS) SOUTHERN HOMES AND MANSIONS. THESE PEOPLE ARE EAGER FOR YOU TO TOUR, ASK QUESTIONS, AND TO JUST SIT A SPELL ON THE FRONT PORCH.
IT IS ALWAYS GREAT TO HAVE FRIENDS ALONG WHEN YOU DO A SHOW. DON AND SUSANNE AND I FOUND A GREAT PLACE FOR A SEAFOOD BUFFET, JUST ACROSS THE LAKE IN GEORGETOWN. IF INTERESTED, CALL OR E-MAIL.
TRUE TO THE GARDEN THEME, WE HAD TONS OF SPRING PLANTS AND FLOWERS. THIS IS PROBABLY THE ONLY TIME THIS POOR GUY HAD A CHANCE TO SIT DOWN. HE HAD TO GO BACK HOME ON SATURDAY NIGHT TO GET MORE AND STILL SOLD OUT ON SUNDAY!
PAUL, ON THE LEFT, AND VAN, ON THE RIGHT, BETTER KNOWN AS MEN OF IRON, MAKE ALL THE IRON WORK SEEN IN THE PHOTO. THEY ARE GREAT GUYS, TALENTED ARTISTS, AND I AM PROUD TO CALL THEM MY FRIENDS.

larrycook351@gmail.com
706-302-8902

THE HORSERADISH GRILL!--KEEP IT OUR LITTLE SECRET!

This was the kick-off of the CHASTAIN GREEN MARKET in the parking lot of the HORSERADISH GRILL and was it ever good! My good friend, Don(Dog Bowl)Puckett, seen here had to split his inventory and be at the wonderful midtown market at Virginia/Highlands Market as well as the CHASTAIN GREEN MARKET--not an easy feat to be sure.
I, on the other hand, brought the whole freak show with me. Patrick and Randall said to "WOW" the visitors, so I gave it my best shot. I must say that we all were well received by the neighborhood. Randall said many times that they wanted us here and was he ever "on the money". They came out early and in large numbers. They were friendly and excited to know that we would be back every Saturday with new and different things. With the large pool of vendors in the area, it is sure to be a unique mix each time.
Our host, THE HORSERADISH GRILL, in addition to giving the neighborhood a different kind of shopping experience, wanted a strong influence of a GREEN market. He wants to be able to walk into the parking lot and purchase fresh, local produce and serve it to his customers that evening. WOW! The folks in that area are lucky to have a chef/owner with that vision and desire to please his customers. AS the growing season comes into its own, look for this parking lot to be almost overflowing with some of the finest examples of "home grown" to be found anywhere. I will be doing my part to spread the word to my gardening friends that there is a ready market in the Chastain Park area. If any of my readers garden or know someone who does, then contact Patrick or Randall at "info@affps.com" and they will give you all the news.
And last but not least, this is also to help raise funds for the new DOG PARK at Chastain Park, so let's all do our part to help out. You can never have too many good dogs! I don't live in the Buckhead area, but I always want to help a good neighborhood maintain its quality of life. "WHAT GOES AROUND-COMES AROUND"!

706-302-8902
larrycook351@gmail.com