McNinch Leather Goods

Dec 2, 2023
Robert McNinch, Leather goods
Robert McNinch, Leather goods

My sweet husband, Robert, is getting ready for his 2nd art show! He has been using his talents to make leather goods for 5 years now – ever since retirement. Time flies.

Today is the big day, December 3 / 1-5pm!

Robert’s booth will be at 1228 Shirley Street, Columbia SC. (803) 360-3144

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Here is a link for the show with more information.

Historic Melrose Art in the Yard

If you are unable to attend, I invite you to check out his website.

McNinch Leather Goods

Since he was so busy getting ready, I was feeling a little underfoot. I decided to go to the studio and paint. Guess what was there? The Annual Midlands Clay Arts Pottery Sale!

This is a very popular sale, and there were people everywhere!

Still feeling somewhat underfoot, I went into my cozy studio and painted some.
Still feeling somewhat underfoot, I went into my cozy studio and painted some.
Progress being made.

Come by and say hello tomorrow, or go online and leave him a note. It is really heartwarming to see him enjoying his retirement. He earned every minute.

I’ll be right there too, underfoot!

Thank you,

Michel

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6 Comments

  1. Robert McNinch on December 2, 2023 at 6:09 pm

    Thank you so much my love. Big day tomorrow!



  2. Dianne Meadow on December 3, 2023 at 8:06 am

    So sorry I can’t come this afternoon! We’re having a Yuletide festival at my church that I’m helping with. Great photo of Robert! Good luck today!!



  3. Gene & June on December 3, 2023 at 11:07 am

    Michel & Robert, you two are so talented and so sweet and kindhearted. I am sorry that we don’t see each other more often.Good luck today at the event!!! Love ,Aunt June & uncle Gene



  4. Gayle S on December 3, 2023 at 6:12 pm

    🥰👍



  5. Bonnie Rossiter on December 5, 2023 at 10:27 am

    Thank you, Robert, for making the leather bags for Michel’s students!! It is fabulous, as was all the pieces that I saw after the sale! Beautiful work!! I can’t wait to put it to use!!



  6. Tina on December 6, 2023 at 7:08 am

    Yay Robert!! Good for you. Your work shines and speaks for itself. You are doing fantastic work!!!!



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