HEARTHSIDE'S FALL FESTIVAL

Carolyn Spencer of Lincoln enjoys showing her skill at basket weaving.

Silvermsith Olle Johanson demonstrates his craft while Kathy Hartley and Rep. Bill McManus look on. A sampling of his handcrafted silver products are displayed on the table.

Lincoln resident Carmela DelGrande with her paints and stencils ready to demonstrate the art of stenciling for both young and old. One of the bedrooms at Hearthside will be stenciled by Carmela this year.

Chris Carr Sayles demonstrates the fine work of rug hooking, similar to that done on the stair treads in the front staircase at Hearthside. She has volunteered to finish off the stairs that had never been completed by the former owner, Mrs. Mowbray.

Visitors to the hand forging demonstrations at the Hannaway Blacksmith Shop were treated to banjo music and the ring of anvils.

Andy Paquette, resident weaver at Hearthside, works on a piece he designed on the 1800’s loom, which was donated to Hearthside last year.

As part of the family day, horse drawn hayrides were popular in the hills of Chase Farm. A country western concert also took place, both of which were sponsored by the Town of Lincoln.

Sandy Chatelle, shown with her spinning wheel, is a frequent demonstrator at Hearthside.

Samples of the beautiful stained glass work by artisan Christopher Foster is displayed in the Hearthside windows.