RosetreeFest III announcement!!!!!

[rosetree]

Here is the announcement that I'm sure y'all have been waiting for....
<insert drumroll here >

ROSETREFEST III
Where: Rosetree Blown Glass Studio and Gallery
446 Vallette St on da Point....
When: Wednesday April 29 (tween Wednesday)
Time: 12:00 - 5:00 (if it changes, I'll let ya know ;) )
What: For those who have never been, and all of our newbies, this is an informal get-together for Threadheads to relax, eat, drink, and put faces with the names you see on da Bored.
We will be serving DiMartino's Famous Muffalettas (with and without olives), cold, cold Abita beer, mimosas, and whatever we can throw together.

We will also be demonstrating a little bit of glass artistry (or wizardry) and rumor has it that we will be making the bowl that Jerseygirl won in last year's auction.
Come on out and pass a good time with your Threadhead family! Everyone is welcome!

[Phatpapa]

Woo Hoo:)

Thank you for putting this on for everyone, Rosie. I can't wait

My boy and I tried to find the studio on Saturday when we were down but had a little trouble and couldn't. I googled the addy so maybe you can give me better directions in the future

[festivalgirl]

We'll be there :D:D:D ...... with a little sumtin for da bar ........ bloody mary's

[Orleansnj]

I know !! I'm workin' on it !!!!!

Here it is:
http://tinyurl.com/dx37g5

[festivalgirl]

Woo Hoo:)

Thank you for putting this on for everyone, Rosie. I can't wait

My boy and I tried to find the studio on Saturday when we were down but had a little trouble and couldn't. I googled the addy so maybe you can give me better directions in the future

If you're taking the Ferry over, there's a good chance you'll just have to follow the crowd!!

[kdogg6977]

Oh yeah...Oh yeah!!!! I have been waiting for this announcement for MONTHS, hehehehehe. My krewe will be there, hopefully around 6 or 7 strong!! 4 of us went last year and just LOVED it!! I am hoping to bring somethin to the party as well! Rootbeer to be dropped off upon arrival to park our car, hahahaha. Cannot wait to watch some more of that glass majik!!




WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[jerseygirl67]

Will be there with BELLS on! And bringing a little something for the host/hostess!!!!

[rosetree]

delete this post - so I can delete this one - and your announcement thread is clean !! LOL

done.....technology!!! :)

[Corona]

okey dokey smokey....it's on the list :)
Thanks! Last year was way cool!

[rosetree]

Will be there with BELLS on! And bringing a little something for the host/hostess!!!!

I almost forgot.....there was some talk about a New Orleans reception for the newlyweds at RosetreeFest...bouquet, stepping on glasses, etc.... is this still a "go"? I'm still game.....:D

[rosetree]

okey dokey smokey....it's on the list :)
Thanks! Last year was way cool!

Cool...too bad Sammie won't be there....one day she'll see the magic!

[festivalgirl]

Will be there with BELLS on! And bringing a little something for the host/hostess!!!!

Mark, we found something special just for you at our favorite winery!! :p :)

[rosetree]

Mark, we found something special just for you at our favorite winery!! :p :)

They make Root Beer wine???

[Lester_leaps_in]

Carolyn and I will be there. Thanks, Mark.

[Corona]

Cool...too bad Sammie won't be there....one day she'll see the magic!
I know :( She loves your glass too. Everytime she has a party here she takes all the Rosetree glass and hides it in my bedroom...at least she respects SOMETHING when she has friends over lol!

[jerseygirl67]

I almost forgot.....there was some talk about a New Orleans reception for the newlyweds at RosetreeFest...bouquet, stepping on glasses, etc.... is this still a "go"? I'm still game.....:D

HA HA...that would be fun! Who could "marry" us? And this should soooo be done after much booze!!! :)

[mightyradgumbo]

And this is the one drawback about being a local as I will be working :( Have fun y'all it will be a great time.

[Orleansnj]

And this is the one drawback about being a local as I will be working :( Have fun y'all it will be a great time.

cough, cough - achoo - didn't mean to sneeze on you - goodness - what if you got sick in April, on the 29th.....

[rosetree]

HA HA...that would be fun! Who could "marry" us? And this should soooo be done after much booze!!! :)

Lostcajun did the Festngator's vow renewals at the Patry.

[mightyradgumbo]

cough, cough - achoo - didn't mean to sneeze on you - goodness - what if you got sick in April, on the 29th.....

yeah not sure how that would fly as I will prolly be out the days for fest. I have yet to accumulate any time so the time I take as it is will be unpaid.

[ibjamn]

We are SO there! :)

[Chicago Fest Fan]

Mark, I am really looking forward to this. It will be our 1st RT Fest. We had fun visiting the studio last year but this will be a whole new thing meeting all the Threadheads and seeing you in action. I'll email you as fest gets closer to see what we can bring.

[ohio]

Here is the announcement that I'm sure y'all have been waiting for....
<insert drumroll here >

ROSETREFEST III
Where: Rosetree Blown Glass Studio and Gallery
446 Vallette St on da Point....
When: Wednesday April 29 (tween Wednesday)
Time: 12:00 - 5:00 (if it changes, I'll let ya know ;) )
What: For those who have never been, and all of our newbies, this is an informal get-together for Threadheads to relax, eat, drink, and put faces with the names you see on da Bored.
We will be serving DiMartino's Famous Muffalettas (with and without olives), cold, cold Abita beer, mimosas, and whatever we can throw together.

We will also be demonstrating a little bit of glass artistry (or wizardry) and rumor has it that we will be making the bowl that Jerseygirl won in last year's auction.
Come on out and pass a good time with your Threadhead family! Everyone is welcome!
Cool! Patti & I plan to be there!

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Sounds great! Thanks for the open invite.

[BigDag]

See you there, Rosey! Thanks for your hospitality.

[stlbarb]

And this is the one drawback about being a local as I will be working :( Have fun y'all it will be a great time.

watch your language, we dont use words like that on vacation. ;)

[stynger]

I think we'll be there as well.

[Amyloves...]

And this is the one drawback about being a local as I will be working :( Have fun y'all it will be a great time.

What Gumbo said...and not a prayer I could call in sick either! My love of Fest is well known.

[Carolina Beadhead]

What Gumbo said...and not a prayer I could call in sick either! My love of Fest is well known.

How about a loooong lunch? ;)

[stlbarb]

How about a loooong lunch? ;)

and i'm really good with paper mache. we can send you back to work with a fake cast - good excuse for missing a day or two. :D

[Amyloves...]

How about a loooong lunch? ;)

Might be able to make that work!

[Amyloves...]

and i'm really good with paper mache. we can send you back to work with a fake cast - good excuse for missing a day or two. :D

No dice there...too many coworkers at Fest and I sure wouldn't want to wear it there!

[rosetree]

No dice there...too many coworkers at Fest and I sure wouldn't want to wear it there!

You can plead insanity!!! ;)

[swag]

A fake cast also gets you a loaner wheelchair and access to the up-front handicapped areas.

[stlbarb]

A fake cast also gets you a loaner wheelchair and access to the up-front handicapped areas.

that's it. enough! what dont you know?
i'm starting a new thread 'Stump Swag'. :D

[festivalgirl]

that's it. enough! what dont you know?
i'm starting a new thread 'Stump Swag'. :D

Your own version of ESPN's Stump the Schwab???

[Carolina Beadhead]

Woo Hoo, RT!! I'll be there!

[Michelino]

Oh yeah...we are there...love walking around the streets of Algiers now.

[tabasco]

Here is the announcement that I'm sure y'all have been waiting for....
<insert drumroll here >


We will be serving DiMartino's Famous Muffalettas (with and without olives),

Now why would anyone serve a Muffaletta without olives??????:confused: :p

(Ducking for cover...he he he!)

Count on having some Tabasco at the party Mark! Can't wait! Thinking about stopping by with the Mrs. sometime during the first weekend? She leaves on Monday, and probably would rather shop for herself.

[Zydekitten]

Well, you know NOLA and I will be there . . .

I'll be particularly looking forward to catching some of the muffaletta sans olives - which was ALL gone by the time I got there last year - so somebody other than myself really enjoys those tasty treats WITHOUT olives, Tab!!! :D :p (Throwing something)

[Amyloves...]

You can plead insanity!!! ;)

You think they'd believe that? Nevermind.

[grisgris]

I'll be at Rosetree Fest :)

[swag]

Now why would anyone serve a Muffaletta without olives??????:confused: :p



So the cracklins stay crispy?

[NYMAMA]

Wooo Whooo I can't wait I think there is a willow vase with my name on it at your place!

[Bluemon]

Rick and I are planning to be there. We had a great time last year. My Mom just loved the vase I sent her for Mother's Day!!! And riding the ferry was fun too.

[Dancing Don]

This sounds like a fun event.

[chrisjoseph]

we will be there!

[Frosty]

I regret I will be unable to attend Rosetree Fest this year. Last year's event will be remembered as a highlight of a week full of highlights. Have a good time all!

[Lostcajun]

Looking forward to it!!!!!!!!!!

[dank_bass]

So the cracklins stay crispy?

Someone should make a Crackaletta, where cracklins replace the olive salad

[Amy Winette]

We'll be there!!

Hey Dank, what days are you going to be at fest this year?

[Michelino]

So the cracklins stay crispy?

Huh? A Muffaletta without the olives is like cracklins without the pork. Just doesn't exist.
It may be a good salami sandwich but it ain't no muff.

[ncfunk]

Huh? A Muffaletta without the olives is like cracklins without the pork. Just doesn't exist.
It may be a good salami sandwich but it ain't no muff.

Olives or no olives...if the bread is right, it qualifies.

[Belle]

Mark I am so sad that I cannot attend. I did have a private sesson last year with the glass blowing however and that was the best ever.


You are an amazing artist and wonderful human too. Not many are both.

[Michelino]

Olives or no olives...if the bread is right, it qualifies.

Couldn't disagree more. Even wikipedia knows that "The olive salad is considered the heart of the sandwich". There is a difference between muffulatta the loaf of bread and the sandwich and that starts with the olive salad.

[Apostrophe (')]

Awesome, looking forward to checking out the studio and visiting with all of the other TH's. Thanks for the invite, RT :D

[Belle]

Awesome, looking forward to checking out the studio and visiting with all of the other TH's. Thanks for the invite, RT :D

You will be so amazed!!! :)

[rosetree]

Mark I am so sad that I cannot attend. I did have a private sesson last year with the glass blowing however and that was the best ever.


You are an amazing artist and wonderful human too. Not many are both.

Thank you Baybee!
We will surely be missing you this year. Hopefully we can get together at CFF!
((((muah))))

[ncfunk]

Couldn't disagree more. Even wikipedia knows that "The olive salad is considered the heart of the sandwich". There is a difference between muffulatta the loaf of bread and the sandwich and that starts with the olive salad.

and the great olive debate rages on...

To me it's just semantics, call it whatever you like, it's a damned tasty sandwich either way!

[Zydekitten]

Olives or no olives...if the bread is right, it qualifies.
I'm wit'chu N.C.!!! ;) :D

[Zydekitten]

and the great olive debate rages on...

To me it's just semantics, call it whatever you like, it's a damned tasty sandwich either way!
Hair bands from the 80's may come and go - but the Great Olive Debate is everlasting . . .

[Belle]

Hair bands from the 80's may come and go - but the Great Olive Debate is everlasting . . .


Good thread from last year for sure....I like olives:D

[rosetree]

Hair bands from the 80's may come and go - but the Great Olive Debate is everlasting . . .

It keeps <urp> repeating! ;)

[Zydekitten]

It keeps <urp> repeating! ;)
Excuse you! ;) :D

[Corona]

Mark I am so sad that I cannot attend. I did have a private sesson last year with the glass blowing however and that was the best ever.


You are an amazing artist and wonderful human too. Not many are both.
I'm still in denial that you're not coming :(

[Orleansnj]

The official photo from Dimartino's has olives in it...... :)

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t281/orleansnj/250_The-muff.jpg

The bread does make a difference - but the contents are the key :)

[VWGal]

VWGirl and I will be there and we LOVE olives!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE them....

Missed this last year...never again. Besides, I want to check out the most gorgeous vase in the world in person because I'm thinking it's just right to make a trip to it's new Canajun home. It's the new one Rosey, tall, narrow with a widening fluted top....blue with reeds...what's the name Lt. Dan???

[rosetree]

VWGirl and I will be there and we LOVE olives!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE them....

Missed this last year...never again. Besides, I want to check out the most gorgeous vase in the world in person because I'm thinking it's just right to make a trip to it's new Canajun home. It's the new one Rosey, tall, narrow with a widening fluted top....blue with reeds...what's the name Lt. Dan???

That would be the new "Whispering Willows" !!!!;) :D

[VWGal]

That would be the new "Whispering Willows" !!!!;) :D

That's the one...it's gorgeous....Rosey, how much is it?

[rosetree]

That's the one...it's gorgeous....Rosey, how much is it?

Let's talk off-bored...;)

[Corona]

Rosie, can you email me? I changed puters and can't find your addy on here....I need to ask you something about an item. Thanks!

[pokerchick66]

Let's talk off-bored...;)

That means it's a million dollars, vw.

[rosetree]

That means it's a million dollars, vw.

One could only hope...;)
I just don't like discussing price on this bored....:)
It's most definitely less than a million :D

[rosetree]

Rosie, can you email me? I changed puters and can't find your addy on here....I need to ask you something about an item. Thanks!

done....:D

[pokerchick66]

One could only hope...;)
I just don't like discussing price on this bored....:)
It's most definitely less than a million :D

I know, baby . . . I'm just teasing you! :p

[VWGal]

Let's talk off-bored...;)

I'll shoot you an email...got to run to catch a plane, but sometime over the next couple of days...

[jonnygospeltent]

One could only hope...;)
I just don't like discussing price on this bored....:)
It's most definitely less than a million :D

I think you should discuss price here,but keep the Olive talk private.

[VWGal]

That means it's a million dollars, vw.

No problem. Note to self: stop and buy lottery tickets on way to airport. Nah...just kidding. Rosey's work is worth every penny for the quality of his artistry and creative vision that you will enjoy every day in your home. I've looked at lots of glass in many cities and while I like a lot of it, I feel many of the pieces aren't created with much meaning -- they are beautiful mind you, but a large flat bowl in bright orange, let's say, it looks good and would complement my home's decor, but what does it "say". Mark's pieces have stories and feelings and ideas attached to them, and I love that.

We have a lot of willow on creek beds and river banks where I grew up -- and my dad always brought my mom pussy willows in the spring, and so the willows vase really speaks to me.

[Delta]

It's most definitely less than a million :D

You should be able to get 3 or 4 for a million!

[Michelino]

I think you should discuss price here,but keep the Olive talk private.

How about the price of a giant glass olive? Where do you stand on that one?

[rosetree]

How about the price of a giant glass olive? Where do you stand on that one?

Again, we can discuss it off-bored...it is a very thin line between solicitation and information on a site like this. I don't want to cross that line. I respect the Threadhead Nation too much to do that. If you are serious Mich, I can make you one. :D

[almarco]

I think you should discuss price here,but keep the Olive talk private.


Did someone mention my name?

[rosetree]

bumping for newbies....

Look for a special announcement for a new prize in the TH raffle this year!
Those of you I told yesterday---please don't spoil the surprise! ;) :D

[almarco]

bumping for newbies....

Look for a special announcement for a new prize in the TH raffle this year!
Those of you I told yesterday---please don't spoil the surprise! ;) :D

NOT A GLASS KING CAKE IS IT?

[festivalgirl]

NOT A GLASS KING CAKE IS IT?

glass baby??

[almarco]

glass baby??

Que? oh wait I used that one already....

[ibjamn]

bumping for newbies....

Look for a special announcement for a new prize in the TH raffle this year!
Those of you I told yesterday---please don't spoil the surprise! ;) :D

waited till I left, huh?

[rosetree]

waited till I left, huh?

sorry...:(

[ibjamn]

sorry...:(

harrrrumph! I knew I shoulda taken that coconut Hubig's pie with me! ;)

[rosetree]

harrrrumph! I knew I shoulda taken that coconut Hubig's pie with me! ;)

It was put to good use!!! As well as the psudo-cracklins!
Thank you Baybee!;)

[rosetree]

Bumping for newbies...
Raffle prize announcement later today...:D

[Amy Winette]

Oh boy!!

[Orleansnj]

way to taunt us as we ahemcough*work* on Friday......

[rosetree]

I'll make the announcement during Stax's show.....
Too bad I can't make it on the show! ;) :D

[Orleansnj]

I'll make the announcement during Stax's show.....
Too bad I can't make it on the show! ;) :D

call him during the show !

[Staxsun]

call him during the show !

Not a good plan today (hint hint).

[Orleansnj]

Not a good plan today (hint hint).

received..... :)

[rosetree]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

[festbabe]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
..

I've heard of 'blow your own horn', but this would truly be a unique experience.

If I'm not the winner, can I watch?

[Orleansnj]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D


VERY COOL prize !!!! (must resist opportunity to provide further comment)

[Apostrophe (')]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

Ooooooh, kewl! I hope I win, I hope I win, I hope I win :D

[festivalgirl]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

Oh man!!!!!! I've always wanted to try Glass Blowing (there's no clean way to go here....). :D

[side bet - Saturn'll win this one]

[festbabe]

VERY COOL prize !!!! (must resist opportunity to provide further comment)

I miss having Muffaletta Diver around here.

[pokerchick66]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

OMG, how cool is that! Love it!!

[festbabe]

Any coincidence that Stax is playing "Animal's Ball" right now?

[Phatpapa]

Nice, Rosie

Blowing glass is so fun. My youngin and I took a class last summer and got to keep our works of art.

[festivalgirl]

Any coincidence that Stax is playing "Animal's Ball" right now?

I think so .... not a "live" show.

[rosetree]

I think so .... not a "live" show.

I would have requested "Great Balls of Fire" !;)

[festivalgirl]

I would have requested "Great Balls of Fire" !;)

Perfect!! You should have that playing in the Studio at the time!

[ohio]

"Blow Your Own Balls"

:D :D :D
Oinkerrific, Mark!

[ibjamn]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

I SO WANT TO WIN THIS!!!!!
what happens if I inhale??

[stynger]

that is a really cool prize RT. I would make som kind of joke but i've had several N.O. rum and diet cokes so I'll leave it at that.

[stynger]

I SO WANT TO WIN THIS!!!!!
what happens if I inhale??

See above.

[LAdave]

The patry, new friends, and a chance to blow my balls. Doesn't get much better!!! We'll be bringing a little sumpin sumpin for the bar as well.

David and Kate

[VWGal]

See above.

What a fantastic idea Rosey -- the excitement at Rosetreefest III will be positively testicular (ah....I mean..........um...........spectacular)!

[ibjamn]

See above.

**SNORT**:D

[funkkjunkie]

OMG!!!!!!
That is sooooo awesome! I've always wanted to blow some glass.

[Delta]

Damn! Maybe I can get my $120 back I just paid for a lampworking class and put it towards raffle tickets for this instead. I already know what colors I want to use.

[almarco]

jazz fest 45 a day

drinking in the quarte , maybe a lot more

blowing my own balls at rosetreefest...pricless!

[Zydekitten]

Damn! Maybe I can get my $120 back I just paid for a lampworking class and put it towards raffle tickets for this instead. I already know what colors I want to use.
Totally!!! I've been wanting to take a lampworking class at the New Orleans Glass Institute, but this is MUCH mo' bettah!!!

It looks like a bidding war is burgeoning here . . . ;) :D

[Delta]

We have a bid of $120.
Do I hear $130?

[mightyradgumbo]

So the time has come for the announcement....

My surprise donation for the raffle is.....

"Blow Your Own Balls"
This is a first time happening at Rosetree Glass Studio.
2 prizes will be offered (of course)
You supply the air, and we'll supply the glass.
Your friends will be amazed (and a little jealous) as they watch you blow your own (Christmas)balls.
You get to pick your colors and will even get to roll it on the table.
A priceless keepsake and truly unique experience that you will not forget!
:D :D :D

I saw a similar "exhibition" in Greenwich Village in the early 80s...I will not be a party to it....oh wait a minute, there will be spectators.....I am in for at least 10 tickets haha

[pokerchick66]

jazz fest 45 a day

drinking in the quarte , maybe a lot more

blowing my own balls at rosetreefest...pricless!

lmaoooo!

[Amy Winette]

LOVE IT Rosetree!! :)

[i wanna be in NOLA]

What a great prize, rosetree!

[festivalgirl]

No drinking for the winner until their balls are blown!!

[rosetree]

Totally!!! I've been wanting to take a lampworking class at the New Orleans Glass Institute, but this is MUCH mo' bettah!!!

It looks like a bidding war is burgeoning here . . . ;) :D

This is not lampworking....it's a brief intro to blowing...;)

[rosetree]

We have a bid of $120.
Do I hear $130?

This is not a bidding contest...it's a raffle! Anyone who buys a ticket has a chance to blow their own....;)
Buy your tickets, and buy them often! It's all for a great cause!

[stlbarb]

everyone knows you can't beat Rosey's balls!

[Chicago Fest Fan]

Great prize. Purchase tickets and pucker up everyone.

[rosetree]

everyone knows you can't beat Rosey's balls!

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/Rosetree-Balls-Composite.jpg

[Zydekitten]

This is not lampworking....it's a brief intro to blowing...;)
Oh, I know!!! Dat's why it's much mo' bettah!! To be able to get an intro to glass blowing from a maestro like your fine self . . . ooooooh, I want it! :D

[stlbarb]

This is not lampworking....it's a brief intro to blowing...;)

blow is only an expression

[Corona]

Hey, what a cool prize Rosie!

[rosetree]

I MUST win this!! I have never blown balls, but I think I'd be fantastic at it.

Oh, my....:D :o

[Lostcajun]

Where's my hanky, I think I need to cover my eyes....

[BigDag]

I MUST win this!! I have never blown balls, but I think I'd be fantastic at it.

I don't doubt it.

[j rich]

What a great show of hospitality Rosetree. J Rich and Mrs. J Rich are in. My wife is always looking for an excuse to shop and I'm always looking for an excuse to drink Abita and eat Muffalettas. :D

[Corona]

I MUST win this!! I have never blown balls, but I think I'd be fantastic at it.
ROFLMAO!!!! I luv ya Mexi!!!

[sophisticated sissy]

Great prizes, Mark!

Last year, it was such a nice, low-key afternoon at your place.

Of course, MamaRoux made it all extra special for us all, but I know this year will be unique in its own way. Just like your glass work.
After I left last year, I caught the last instore show of the day at LMF, Big Sam's Funky Nation!
Can't wait to come back!
You're really sweet to invite us over again.:)

[Phatpapa]

Bumping for a beautiful Wednesday tween..

So looking forward to seeing the Rosetrees

[Belle]

I sure wish I could make this....next year perhaps?? or when the kids either give up Apple Blossum Fest here or are gone. Hope I dont have to wait to many more years.

Rosie you are the best!!!!

[BigDag]

I'm planning on going. But after six days in New Orleans, I'll probably have the shakes. Hope I don't break anything.

[jonnygospeltent]

I'm planning on going. But after six days in New Orleans, I'll probably have the shakes. Hope I don't break anything.

The yummy muffs and a cooler full of Abitas that Senor' Rosetree so kindly provides will cure the shakes.

[Belle]

The yummy muffs and a cooler full of Abitas that Senor' Rosetree so kindly provides will cure the shakes.


Besides being with an artist who supports New Orleans with all his heart you will be with like minded folks. That will cure most anything period.

Hope everyone has a great time who is going by the way who is?

Fest =Rosetree
Rosetree=Fest

[BigDag]

The yummy muffs and a cooler full of Abitas that Senor' Rosetree so kindly provides will cure the shakes.

You always have all the answers!! Thanks!!

[Belle]

bumping so the newbies see this one too. This is a regular gig and an outstanding time.

And doing the ferry and walking in lovely Algiers is a bonus too!!!

[Belle]

Holding down the fort for Rosie.

If you are in town try to make it.

[redfish2]

My husband and I are going to try and make this, we were also going to try last year, but got caught up in other things. I really want to make a better effort this year. It sounds like a lot of fun. We arrive in NOLA at 11:30 am on Wednesday, so as long as the flight is on time, we should be able to do it. No real plans for Wednesday until the evening.

[Orleansnj]

My husband and I are going to try and make this, we were also going to try last year, but got caught up in other things. I really want to make a better effort this year. It sounds like a lot of fun. We arrive in NOLA at 11:30 am on Wednesday, so as long as the flight is on time, we should be able to do it. No real plans for Wednesday until the evening.

I think it would be a super way to start your trip ! Good way to meet Threadheads - see gorgeous art glass, and have a great, fun time !

[Belle]

bump for some new Threadheads....great time to be had at this Patry plus the free ferry ride

[Lit]

Unfortunately I leave on Wednesday morning again this year, so we have to miss both RTF III and POTB I. But seeing this thread again makes me remember a thought I've had the past couple days: Where the hell has Rosie been? I know he's got computer access, because he's leading trivia as usual. But I don't think I've seen him post on the board in about a week or so. Not so unusual for just about anyone else, but it is for the all-time post leader. Where y'at Rosie?

[funkkjunkie]

Rosie cracked a tooth last week. Maybe it hurts to type.

[Staxsun]

I'm guessing he's building up inventory to sell to pay for the ad, Rosetreefest, and to cover for the loss of JF revenue.

[JazCat]

Charlie and I will be there, we are flying in early Wednesday morning this year so have 2 days to run around before the Fest.

[Orleansnj]

We'll be heading to RT Fest mid-morning for some fun - if anyone needs a ride from parts beyond the FQ to the Ferry......

[Belle]

We'll be heading to RT Fest mid-morning for some fun - if anyone needs a ride from parts beyond the FQ to the Ferry......

You have some idea as to my sadness on missing this yet again. Someday I won't have to worry about the kids but until then I am out.... Love ya Mark and hope this is the best Rosetree Fest yet.

Hugs Baby

[dank_bass]

We'll be there!!

Hey Dank, what days are you going to be at fest this year?

Im just seein this for the first time, so sorry for the delayed reaction ... im gonna be there 4/28 - 5/5 ... Hilton Riverside ... everything just came together :)

[mfrankkk]

We'll be heading to RT Fest mid-morning for some fun - if anyone needs a ride from parts beyond the FQ to the Ferry......

I may just take you up on that. I'm staying at the IC. Can I get details?

[Belle]

Im just seein this for the first time, so sorry for the delayed reaction ... im gonna be there 4/28 - 5/5 ... Hilton Riverside ... everything just came together :)

Good for ya!!! Sorry to miss the Dumpsta on Sunday would love to have said hi...you dont wanna know!!!

Glad you are making fest and the Hilton could be the find of the season.

[Orleansnj]

I may just take you up on that. I'm staying at the IC. Can I get details?

What's the IC?

[BigDag]

What's the IC?

Intercontinental?

[mfrankkk]

Intercontinental?

Yep!

[stlbarb]

Intercontinental?

Depends

[Staxsun]

Depends

Wrong thread, Barb. You meant to put this on the Packing List thread.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Wrong thread, Barb. You meant to put this on the Packing List thread.

<huge smile>

[rosetree]

Here is the announcement that I'm sure y'all have been waiting for....
<insert drumroll here >

ROSETREFEST III
Where: Rosetree Blown Glass Studio and Gallery
446 Vallette St on da Point....
When: Wednesday April 29 (tween Wednesday)
Time: 12:00 - 5:00 (if it changes, I'll let ya know ;) )
What: For those who have never been, and all of our newbies, this is an informal get-together for Threadheads to relax, eat, drink, and put faces with the names you see on da Bored.
We will be serving DiMartino's Famous Muffalettas (with and without olives), cold, cold Abita beer, mimosas, and whatever we can throw together.

We will also be demonstrating a little bit of glass artistry (or wizardry) and rumor has it that we will be making the bowl that Jerseygirl won in last year's auction.
Come on out and pass a good time with your Threadhead family! Everyone is welcome!

I thought that I might just take this thread back and welcome all of the newbies to da Bored and send this invite out for them to join us at RosetreeFestIII!
:D

[marignygreg]

Where ya been, Rosey ??

[NYMAMA]

I thought that I might just take this thread back and welcome all of the newbies to da Bored and send this invite out for them to join us at RosetreeFestIII!
:D
((((((ROSEY))))))) I missed you around here sweetie!

[rosetree]

Where ya been, Rosey ??

I was on a "walkabout"!
Just busy with work and life and lots of stuff...
Really, I was just giving Monica a chance to close in with her posts. ;)

I'm glad to be back, and it won't happen again! :D

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome back, RT!

[rosetree]

Welcome back, RT!

Thanks, I missed y'all!!!!:D

[sophisticated sissy]

Saw your beautiful ad in this month's Offbeat. Love it!

[stlbarb]

I was on a "walkabout"!
Just busy with work and life and lots of stuff...
Really, I was just giving Monica a chance to close in with her posts. ;)

I'm glad to be back, and it won't happen again! :D

ix-nay on the ail-bay oney-may? :eek:
glad your 'out'. :D

[rosetree]

Saw your beautiful ad in this month's Offbeat. Love it!

I have some wonderful angels! ;) :D
It is a beautiful ad! I have a full page in Where mag that I trade for and that's a beaut too! Hopefully a whole bunch of tourists will see them!

[rosetree]

ix-nay on the ail-bay oney-may? :eek:
glad your 'out'. :D

You are a nut-case Barb!!!!!!!
I missed you too!

[Celtic Kimbeaux]

We have never been but we have heard so much about the wonderful time shared there in the Studio, we may just have to take off work early (yet again) and indulge ourselves in a little Threadhead communion! We look forward to crossing paths soon!;)

"The second line is so much more than a religion or an obsession or a cult even. Simply put, it's soul medicine. Whatever harsh realities life deals you through the week, a good ole four-hour long second line parade will burn that poison right on out of you." Big Red Cotton

"Look at all the second-liners. Everybody's got their own little take,
their own little move, their own way of swiveling that ankle, just the
way everybody has their own way of cooking red beans. We're very
lucky. It's a precious and irreplaceable and rare experience to be
part of a community where the sense of belonging comes from really
being yourself." Tom Piazza, author of "City of Refuge"

[mrSteve]

I thought that I might just take this thread back and welcome all of the newbies to da Bored and send this invite out for them to join us at RosetreeFestIII!
:D

Hoping to bring a few friends over with us, if we don't overdo it at the patry!

[pokerchick66]

Really, I was just giving Monica a chance to close in with her posts. ;)



You didn't stay away long enough. ;)

[rosetree]

You didn't stay away long enough. ;)

But you did give it a go, didn't you! ;)
(((muah))))

[NYMAMA]

OK so call me a dummy but I forgot how to get on to you site. I need to order somthing. Help.

[NeenAtlanta]

Here you go:
http://www.rosetreeglass.com/

[Orleansnj]

OK so call me a dummy but I forgot how to get on to you site. I need to order somthing. Help.

if you go to

http://www.rosetreegallery.com you do not need the password.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Mark, I know you've already done this, but would you (or someone) mind reposting the walking directions to your studio from the ferry landing.

Please and thank you.

[Orleansnj]

Mark, I know you've already done this, but would you (or someone) mind reposting the walking directions to your studio from the ferry landing.

Please and thank you.

http://tinyurl.com/25ptjn

[ohio]

Very cool Michele!
I have put that link up on Threadheads.org (http://threadheads.org) for safe keeping...

[Lester_leaps_in]

http://tinyurl.com/25ptjn

Thanks, Michele.

[almarco]

Mark, I know you've already done this, but would you (or someone) mind reposting the walking directions to your studio from the ferry landing.

Please and thank you.

walking directions , head to old point bar , stop in for drink , they were filming chess records last year , dont forget you are going to rosetree fest , leave after only a few and head to rosies...

[duende]

I had to smile when I saw the Rosetree google map link - I did a similar map for our krewe's Google group map, only my cocktail glass icon is over the Old Point and I put a coffee shop stop on the way back to the ferry landing (espresso!). I think I used the fire house symbol for Rosetree studio :) Thanks again for the grid club map, Michele - when I linked the two maps and both are open, it's a smorgasbord of things we've either done, or plan to do one day!

[rosetree]

Thanks again Michele!;)
and you too Neen!
Deb if you order off the site,put "Threadhead" in the box at checkout for the Threadhead discount ;)

[Corona]

I thought that I might just take this thread back and welcome all of the newbies to da Bored and send this invite out for them to join us at RosetreeFestIII!
:D
There he is :D :D Hi Rosie!

[NeenAtlanta]

http://tinyurl.com/25ptjn

Thanks, Michelle. I've saved all of your cool maps under "Google-my maps", and added a few of my own, and now I'm all set!!!

[rosetree]

There he is :D :D Hi Rosie!

Hi Lis!!!
Can't wait to see y'all! :D

[rosetree]

Here is the announcement that I'm sure y'all have been waiting for....
<insert drumroll here >

ROSETREFEST III
Where: Rosetree Blown Glass Studio and Gallery
446 Vallette St on da Point....
When: Wednesday April 29 (tween Wednesday)
Time: 12:00 - 5:00 (if it changes, I'll let ya know ;) )
What: For those who have never been, and all of our newbies, this is an informal get-together for Threadheads to relax, eat, drink, and put faces with the names you see on da Bored.
We will be serving DiMartino's Famous Muffalettas (with and without olives), cold, cold Abita beer, mimosas, and whatever we can throw together.

We will also be demonstrating a little bit of glass artistry (or wizardry) and rumor has it that we will be making the bowl that Jerseygirl won in last year's auction.
Come on out and pass a good time with your Threadhead family! Everyone is welcome!

A bump to announce that the official starting time for RosetreeFestIII will be 12:00 ( I have some important morning obligations ;) )

We hope to see old friends and new friends there!
Please don't be shy, come and meet everyone you have been reading about! :eek: ;)

[glinda]

hmmm...rosie.... have you got some news to share????

[BigDag]

A bump to announce that the official starting time for RosetreeFestIII will be 12:00 ( I have some important morning obligations ;) )

We hope to see old friends and new friends there!
Please don't be shy, come and meet everyone you have been reading about! :eek: ;)

I haven't seen an official RSVP sheet or anything like that. Did I miss something?

I'll be there, Rosey.

[Phatpapa]

How long does the ferry take to cross the river?

[rosetree]

hmmm...rosie.... have you got some news to share????
Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

[rosetree]

How long does the ferry take to cross the river?

5 minutes if you catch it right.
It leaves from this side on the hour and 1/2 hour, from the East Bank on the 1/4 and 3/4 hour

[ohio]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D
WOOHOO!

[MzJoey]

....r u still driving to Jolie's after Rosie's?

[BigDag]

Why yes Good Witch, I do.......
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Excellent news!!!

[NYMAMA]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D
Well HOT DAMN!
That's great news Mark I am soooooo Happy!

[glinda]

Yay!!!! Just what I was quietly hoping you'd say. Excellent news!!! Does that mean you'll be there 2nd weekend?

[rosetree]

Yay!!!! Just what I was quietly hoping you'd say. Excellent news!!! Does that mean you'll be there 2nd weekend?

Yuppers!:D

[festbabe]

Mark - that's excellent news! I'm thrilled for ya'

[Staxsun]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

That's awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was crossing my fingers, but I didn't want to jinx it.

[Amy Winette]

Awesome news RT! We're so happy for ya :)

[Phatpapa]

....r u still driving to Jolie's after Rosie's?

Yez, Mam'
MormonMatthew and I will be making the trek. You need a ride, cuz I got space?

[grisgris]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D[/QUOTE]

Congrats Rosie

[Phatpapa]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

That's fantastic, Rosie. I know you must be ecstatic!!!!!
And thanks for the ferry 411

[MzJoey]

Yes, please and thank you Mr. BH...count me as a happy passenger!

[sharon_loves_fats]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

YAY, RT!!!!!! That's fabulous news!!!!

[Phatpapa]

Yes, please and thank you Mr. BH...count me as a happy passenger!

Shotgun it is! And, you're welcome.

I plan on being there first thing so we can still make it to Jolies

(I just hope I can recognize everyone:o)

[Cleophus]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Great news! Congratulations!

[steeleye]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Great news!! (Still can't believe you were on the damn wait list to begin with.)

[drdennis]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

sweet :)
see you at RTF3.

[NYMAMA]

sweet :)
see you at RTF3.

Good to see you back on the Bored DR D

[ozzie]

Great news Rosie. Congrats.

[rosetree]

I haven't seen an official RSVP sheet or anything like that. Did I miss something?

I'll be there, Rosey.

No RSVP list yet Dag..
I'll post something in a little while so I can figure out how many muffaletas to order.

[Corona]

Wahoooooo! so damn happy for you and Brenda. This made my day :D

[Apostrophe (')]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

glad to hear it, RT! congratulations!

[jerseygirl67]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Most excellent news I have heard all day!!!! YEAH FOR YOU MARK!!!! WOO HOO!!!!!!!

[FLSusan]

I thought that I might just take this thread back and welcome all of the newbies to da Bored and send this invite out for them to join us at RosetreeFestIII!
:D

Thanks, Mark! Eric (FLEric) and I look forward to meeting you and everyone else. It sounds like such fun!

[Amyloves...]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

WOOOOOHOOOOOOOO ROSEY!!!!!! This is awesome news and I'm so glad this worked out!!!!

[jolie]

Very Good News... Congrats R.T.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Delta]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

This is what I get for being away from the board for a few hours! I miss all the good stuff! I saw it in the sig line, but I'm just now catching the "official" post.

You do know we never had any doubt they'd see the light, right?

[Zydekitten]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/Kittehs/Congratulations_0907.jpg

WOO EFFIN' HOOO, Mark!!!!!!!

It seems like the chat we had with you at this past weekend's Algiers Riverfest put the right energy into the Universe to get you off that dagnab wait list and I'm SO very happy for you and Bren!!

Do you know where your space is going to be? In the squeaky wheel/curtain-lifter section? Or somewhere more optimum?

[Orleansnj]

Wow - that is great news ! How excellent !! Nothing like last minute - but who cares - you are in !!!!!!

[festivalgirl]

http://www.laura-jane-evans.com/USERIMAGES/YAY2(1).jpg

[Lit]

We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Sheez, they really relaxed the standards, eh? I guess a space must have opened up when my daughters decided not to sell their spin-art.

Seriously though, congrats Mark. Obviously well-deserved all along.

Sell well.

[The Krewe of Chew]

Congrats, Mark! We're so happy for you!

[Chicago Fest Fan]

Why yes Good Witch, I do......




.
We got off the wait-list and are going to be pretty busy selling our work at the Fest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D

Congrats Mark,
Great news. Not only will we get to see you at RT Fest but we'll see you 2nd weekend too.
WAAAAAAHOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

[rosetree]

Thank y'all for your kind words...
Threadhead Karma, it's a force to be reckoned with! ;) :D

[Lostcajun]

this is AWESOME! Mark! I am so happy for you and Brenda. I hope it is the best year!!!!!!! aeeeeyyyyyiiiiiiii

[stlbarb]

Thank y'all for your kind words...
Threadhead Karma, it's a force to be reckoned with! ;) :D

like my sleeping with the judges had nothing to do with it? :eek:

[rosetree]

like my sleeping with the judges had nothing to do with it? :eek:

shhhhh, I thought we were keeping that on the "down low"

[stlbarb]

shhhhh, I thought we were keeping that on the "down low"

so sorry, i thought you just said go down low. :o

[Corona]

roflmao!

[Lostcajun]

I guess threadheads will do most anything to help other threadheads in need...

[Staxsun]

so sorry, i thought you just said go down low. :o

Is this the blow Rosie's balls thread?

[rosetree]

I guess that there is no line to step over on this bored.....
Y'all kill me! :D

[Amyloves...]

I just made a laughing snort at my desk at work. TFF y'all!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Mark, I'm thrilled that you got off the wait list, but I'm still pissed that you had to go through it. It never should have happen that way. You should have been in from the start.

But, still . . . Congratulations. Things do turn out right sometimes.

[Lostcajun]

I think it's gotta be difficult to ultimately say no to someone who has such great balls for sale....

[almarco]

I think it's gotta be difficult to ultimately say no to someone who has such great balls for sale....

Just imagine a guy with the best balls was on the wait list....sorry I could not vouch for great like lost did....

[Lostcajun]

He's got a webpage displaying them for all to see.... and I must say they're beautiful......

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Sometimes when the chains rattle and the wheels squeak what shoulda been goin' around, comes around. I still think Delta had the best read on that situation, but I also think that Rosetree will be exactly where he should be during Fest <and a little grumbling sometimes has a positive effect>.

Happy days, Mark and Brenda! Mr W and I are hoping to make it to RosetreeFest on Wednesday 'tween.

[duende]

wonderful news about the Fest 2nd weekend residency! good to see that the ball-breaking has ended and the ball-blowing (hey, I didn't start it!) can resume... Now, how to request sesame seed-free muffaletta's for the wife (allergies) and not seem like an free-loading ingrate!

[Orleansnj]

wonderful news about the Fest 2nd weekend residency! good to see that the ball-breaking has ended and the ball-blowing (hey, I didn't start it!) can resume... Now, how to request sesame seed-free muffaletta's for the wife (allergies) and not seem like an free-loading ingrate!

do they make such a thing?