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Shirret Rugs Highlight Festival of Leaves at Front Royal
The Festival of Leaves at Front Royal showcased Shirret rugs alongside quilts, baked goods, and art. Nina Neilson, head shirreter and three time Best in All Crafts winner, described wool rugs as durable and reversible with prices around 300 dollars for a small piece. The event featured artisans across disciplines and a Civil War reenactment by Mosby’s Rangers, all emphasizing pride in handmade crafts.
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