Alsvig Pedal Tractors
We would like welcome back vendor Gerald Alsvig from Wheaton, Illinois to the Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. They will be selling pedal tractors and Erector Sets. Stop by their booth area to see these amazing toys.
630-653-2795
A–Z Farm Toys
If you are looking for a vendor with farm toys, semis, and custom “dusty” (vintage) farm toys at the FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show, the man to see is Anthony Nickels from Monroe, Wisconsin. Welcome back for the 2026 show, Anthony!
anthony.nickels2451@gmail.com
608-931-0784
Check out the custom “dusty” farm toys at A-Z Farm Toys!
Triple B Toys
We would like to welcome brand new vendor Brad Drake from Lena, Illinois to the Forreston Farm Toy and Craft Show. If you need farm toys and buildings for your collections, be sure and stop by to see Brad!
815-291-9951
Above are some of the items being sold by Brad Drake.
Allen Persson
Allen Persson, from Roscoe, Illinois, will be selling toys at this year’s Farm Toy and Craft Show. Glad you’re with us again, Allen!
Robinson Sales & Distributors
John Robinson sells all kinds of tin signs, hats, pet supplies, and miscellaneous items. He has been a vendor at the FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show for many years, and we’re glad to have him back for our March 14th event.
563-503-1175
Campbell Collectibles
Are you looking for die cast farm toys and accessory toy vehicles? Stop by Rick and Kathy Campbell’s sales area at the FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show on Saturday, March 14th. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell are from Apple River, Illinois and have been vendors at our show for several years. Welcome back, Rick and Kathy!
815-594-2410
Jim Klenke
If toy trucks and farm toys are your passion, you need to stop and see Jim Klenke from Janesville, WI. His vendor area will feature 1/16 and 1/32 scale farm toys with a substantial display of John Deere toys.
608-295-2182
Stephen MacLeod
Sharon, Wisconsin is the home of Stephen MacLeod. The FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show is more than just a place to sell his amazing collection of farm toys, construction toys, collectibles, antiques, and signs. It’s a time to meet up annually with relative David Krieg for a family reunion. So stop by Stephen’s sales area because he has something for everyone.
smamacleod@sharontelephone.com
262-233-0602
Stephen MacLeod at the 2024 FFA Alumni Toy & Craft Show
David Krieg
David Krieg is from Harvard, Illinois and will be selling farm toys, toy trucks, and construction toys. David has been a vendor at Forreston’s FFA Alumni shows for many years now. We’re so glad you’re back, David!
815-943-5310
Derald DeVries
Derald DeVries is a Forreston, Illinois native and has been a participant in the Forreston FFA Alumni Toy & Craft Show for many years. He will be selling farm toys, tractors, and more in his vendor area this year. Be sure to stop by and see what Derald has to offer this year!
815-238-8120
J.A. Skretta Toys
Julian Skretta is traveling from West Union, Iowa to be with us at this year’s show. Julian will be selling farm and miscellaneous toys. Welcome back, Julian!
562-422-7000
Lucian Skretta
Lucian Skretta will be traveling from Jefferson, Wisconsin to join us at this year’s Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. Lucian’s booth will feature a great selection of farm toys, farm manuals, and literature, and collectible cars, making it a fun stop for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Be sure to stop by his booth and see what treasures you might find!
We’re happy to welcome Lucian as a vendor at this year’s show.
For more information, Lucian can be reached at the information listed below:
920-723-7301
Craig A. Schisler
Craig Schisler from Polo, Illinois has been a vendor here at the Forreston FFA Farm Toy and Craft Fair for close to three decades. He will be featuring both vintage and new farm toys in his sales area.
815-718-3303
Paul Withrow
If you’re looking for cars, trucks, and tractors be sure to talk to Paul Withrow from Leaf River, Illinois. He brings a huge selection of toys that all collectors should stop by and see at this year’s Farm Toy and Craft Show.
815-738-234
Josh Bolen
Josh Bolen is from the German Valley area and a member of the Forreston FFA Alumni. He will be selling farm toys and figurines. Be sure to stop by Josh’s vendor area to check out his inventory!
309-945-5503
Paul Welt
Paul Welt from Cedarville, Illinois has been a vendor for us in the past and has decided to return in 2026. If you are a collector, you need to stop by Paul’s vendor area. There you will find Hot Wheels, Pokemon, Squishmallows, Snow Bunnies figurines, signs, coins, magnets, racing collectibles, plus more collectable items.
815-908-0862
Sew & Sew
Jean Burton of Forreston, Illinois will be joining us at this year’s Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. She creates sewing crafts that include: doll clothes, handmade dolls, decorative hand towels, and dish cozies which will be available in her vendor space during the show.
Be sure to stop by and take a look at these handcrafted items—some of which can be seen below.
For more information, Jean can be reached at burton_j2004@yahoo.com or 815-541-3267
Sew & Sew: Above are sewing crafts made by vendor Jean Burton.
Baby Gurl Creations
Aimee Friedlein is making the trip from Stockton, Illinois to be part of this year’s show. She creates 100% soy candles, tote bags, dog items, and gnomes, which will be available in her vendor space during the show.
Be sure to stop by and take a look at these handcrafted items.
For more information, Aimee can be reached at aimfriedlein@gmail.com or 815-858-4846.
Alost Creation Engraving & Printing
Joining our lineup of vendors this year are Eric and Vanessa Marks from Forreston, Illinois. They have been popular vendors for several years at our Toy and Craft Show.
If you need a brand new hat made on the spot, be sure to stop at the Alost Creation vendor area. You may also purchase hair claw clips, tumblers, and more. Take advantage of the links to their social media below to view the beautiful items that they will be selling on March 14th.
For more information, contact Eric and Vanessa at alostcreations1@gmail.com or 815-541-4694
You Never Know Crafts
We’re happy to welcome new vendor Mary Huels to this year’s show. She creates flags, owls, and dog items from barn wood and whisky barrels which will be available to purchase in her vendor space. Be sure to add Mary’s booth to your “Must See” list.
For more information, contact Mary at mjhuels@yahoo.com or 815-762-5768.
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2026 Farm Toy and Crafting Vendor Information
Contact Our Current List of Vendors
Many of our vendors have a ✅ website and/or ✅ social media platform(s) that we encourage you to explore to get a better idea of the products that they will be selling at the Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show on March 14, 2026. Click on the links below to find where your favorite vendors will be at our show.
Vendor Map for Gym #1-TBA Farm Toy and Craft Show Site Map Vendor Map for Gym #2-TBA
2026 Vendor Map — Coming Soon
2026 Farm Toy Vendors
Summit Creations
Once again, we’re excited to welcome back mega crafter Gail McWorthy to the FFA Alumni Toy and Craft Show. Gail is an amazing seamstress and even has items made with FFA fabric. In Gail's booth you will find microwave bowls, table runners, baby bibs, burp rags, receiving blankets, crocheted dish rags pillows, oven door hangers.
•Is there a new baby you need to buy a gift for? Gail also has beautiful coordinated baby sets which include a baby blanket, baby bib, and burb rag.
🔹Find Summit Creations on Facebook
815-541-5541
Summit Creations: Coordinated Baby Sets which include a baby blanket, baby bib, and burb rag.
Lilla Rose Hair Accessories
Jodi Dandridge from Rockford, Illinois has also been a vendor here at Forreston for several years..Stop by and get your hair done by Jodi at the Lilla Rose booth and check out her sale on hair clips and sun catchers.
Be sure to click on her website links below to see examples of the the charming items that she will be selling.
www.lillarose.biz/jodidandridge
www.facebook.com/jodi'shairaccessoriesvipgroup
815-218-4793
Summit Creations: Microwave bowls
Dezyn by Mary
Crafter Mary Huenefeld will be showcasing towels with toppers, bracelets, and whimsical glass mushrooms in her booth this year. She is from Nelson, Illinois. Welcome back to Forreston, Mary!
815-541-9843
We’re excited to welcome back Mollie Krecklow for her third year as a vendor at the Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy & Craft Show! This talented crafter from Leaf River, Illinois will have a wonderful variety of handmade items available in her booth on March 14th.
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When little “ouchies” happen, Mollie comes to the rescue! Her popular “Boo Boo Bags” are versatile hot and cold packs designed for both kids and adults, bringing comfort when it’s needed most. You’ll also find adorable crocheted animals and beautifully made zippered bags in her vendor space.
Be sure to stop by and say hello to Mollie!
815-979-0510
B2 Crafts and Wreaths
We’d love to welcome returning crafting vendor Barb Stewart from Freeport, Illinois. She will be selling floral wreaths and arrangements, bows, seasonal crafts, and decorated lanterns. To see her beautiful work, click on her Facebook link below. We are very excited to have Barb as a part of our 2026 FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show.
bsquaredcraftsandwreaths@gmail.com
✅ Find B2 Crafts and Wreaths on Facebook
815-997-2511
KLV Unique Creations
Laura Hillman and her family are German Valley residents and are not strangers to the FFA Alumni Farm Toy & Craft Show. They have been busy creating handmade items for this year’s show. In their vendor area you will find crocheted slippers, dish rags, trivets, mittens, fingerless gloves, placemats, coasters, hotpads, scrubbies, and cozies.
815-541-5903
KLV Unique Creations: Quilted placemats and hot pads
KLV Unique Creations: Casserole cozies
Jane Koeller AKA “Grandma J” is no stranger to the Forreston area, this is her second year as a vendor at our FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. If you’re looking for some sweet treats come and talk to Jane! She will be selling freeze dried candy and fruit in her vendor space on March 14th.
For more information, Jane can be reached at
grandmajssweettreats@gmail.com or 815-266-1095.
Grandma J’s Sweet Treats: Freeze dried candy
Wild Roots Boutique
Tara Petticrew, is from the German Valley, Illinois area. She will be selling clothing and accessories that represent the rural and country way of life in her vendor selling area. Tara will also have Forreston Cardinal Apparel. Click/tap on one of the links below to see the many items that she sells. Be sure to take a moment to browse Tara’s unique offerings.
For more information, Tara can be reached at wildrootsboutique.est.2023@gmail.com or 815-275-4276.
Wild Roots Boutique: Clothing for rural and country life
Ewe and Me Acres 🐑❤️🐑❤️🐑
We’d like to welcome Melissa Husman from Polo, Illinois. Marcie and her mom and sisters are no strangers to the Forreston area. This year Marcie will have homemade baked goods, tie-dyed items, and shirts with sayings.
Do you have a dog at home? Stop by Melissa’s vendor area and pick up homemade dog treats for your little “fur baby”!
For more information, Melissa can be reached at liss_pop_85@yahoo.com or 815-541-9943.
🔹Find Ewe and Me Acres on Facebook
Melissa Husman (right) at the 2025 FFA Alumni Toy and Craft Show
Triple Cutt Designs
Show visitors can look forward to seeing Janet Cunningham, who will have metal signs and resin coasters and pieces available in her booth. Be sure to stop by and take a look at these handcrafted items.
For more information, Janet can be reached at cuttfam4@gmail.com or 815-297-4594.
Vera’s Crafts
Vera Adams might be someone you recognize from other area craft shows. A native of Mt. Morris, IL, Vera will be selling kitchen towels, dish rags, scrubbies, microwave hot pads, baby bibs, plastic canvas items, and crocheted items. We’re glad to have Vera returning again this year!
For more information, Vera can be reached at
veraadams60@yahoo.com 815-990-8420
Custom Creations Vinyl
We’re happy to welcome Rebecca Dickey to this year’s show. Visitors to the show can stop by Rebecca’s booth area, where they will find wind spinners, signs, tumblers, slate, towels, and car coasters.
For more information, Rebecca can be reached at rdickey1@ccomcast.net or 815-626-0913.
Kriss’s Cheese Shop
Kriss Mulder is no stranger to the FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. This German Valley, Illinois vendor sells delicious blocks of cheese from a local cheese factory. You can buy mild Cheddar, sharp Cheddar, brick, muenster, co-jack, aged Swiss, baby Swiss, and pepper jack cheese in her vendor sales area. Kriss will also be selling Spiff Cloths Cleaning Towels.
For more information, contact Kriss at 815-238-6467.
Wildly Rooted Acres
We welcome new vendor Savannah Harn of Lanark, Illinois to this year’s FFA Alumni Toy and Craft Show! Savannah will be bringing a unique and thoughtfully crafted line of tallow-based skincare products, including nourishing lotions, rich balms, lip balms, and even sunscreen.
In addition to her natural skincare items, she’ll also have beautifully made tallow wax melts and candles—perfect for adding a cozy touch to your home.
Be sure to stop by her booth to check out her charming custom Highland cow prints, which are sure to delight farm and animal lovers alike.
For more information, Savannah can be reached at
savannahwild54@gmail.com or 815-821-4104.
Gifts Unlimited
Eva Evans is from Stockton, Illinois. She will be selling crafts, retail, and vintage items in her vendor sales area. We’re glad to have Eva returning to the Forreston FFA Alumni Show this year.
🔹Crafts include: blankets, key chains, towels
🔹Vintage items: toys
🔹Retail items: shaker tassels
815-930-1633
Wendy Turner of Rockford, Illinois will be joining us at this year’s Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. She creates quilted placemats, mug rugs, fabric baby balls, chick pincushions, fabric cards, 3-D printed caddies, and other sewn and upcycled gifts, which will be available in her vendor space during the show.
Be sure to stop by and take a look at these handcrafted items.
For more information, Wendy can be reached at waturhillcreations@gmail.com or 815-505-7236.
Kathy’s Creations
Kathy Wagner of Winnebago, Illinois will be joining us at this year’s Forreston FFA Alumni Farm Toy and Craft Show. In her vendor area she will be selling holiday decorations which will include center pieces, pictures, wall hangings, and vases. If you’re looking for Mother’s Day gifts or Easter decor, Kathy is the person to talk to. Be sure to stop by and take a look at these beautiful handcrafted items.
For more information, Kathy can be reached at klwagner1@comcast.net or 815-979-2713.