The committees that do so much work to host a National Seminar are hard at work this time of year. I just sent Basket of Gold out so that it can be on exhibit in the education exhibit. It really is fun to see student’s work when they keep working on a class piece after seminar. Although this is not that kind of class, I do have a question for all…[Read more]

The following is the artist statement and photos for a piece I designed.

TITLE: SAILOR TAKE WARNING
YOUR NAME: CAROLE FIORE
PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CAROLE FIORE
WORK COMPLETED IN: 2018
TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS, ETC. (BASIC INFORMATION, NOT BRAND NAMES)
Mixed media, utilizing acrylic paint on a lutradore ground, enhanced with fabric collage,…[Read more]

Thanks to advice from our teacher Laura, I made 2 small changes (experience to view) to my artist statement and materials (correct spelling of Lutradur):
Artist statement: Frida’s home and garden at the Casa Azul in Mexico City was made into a museum in 1958 and provides visitors a unique view into her life and artistry. Casa Azul was c…[Read more]

Am I the only one who stopped putting needlework under glass? EGA said not to ship under glass and I think 3D work has a better look to it without a shadow box. I haven\’t read all of lesson two, my apologies if you don\’t agree. I remove dust with a baby brush or swifter if absolutely necessary. SLPsiitchr

Jersey Fresh

I just mailed two of my master craftsman pieces to the National EGA Seminar. I had to take the glass out of the frames to ship them. I do feel very nervous about shipping my work. I’m nervous that it will get damaged or lost. I followed all the instructions in Lesson 2 so I hope for the best. Generally I have driven pieces to exhibits. Here…[Read more]

I have a number of dull needles & pins that need to be disposed of, but just how is the question? Sharp, pointy objects are no longer to be just thrown out due to diseases & accidental stabbings. Currently I have just collected them in an old medicine container. What are other people doing with their dull/broken needles & pins?

ENJOYING THE HALLOWEEN BISCORNU IN OUR CHAPTER.

If you are in Madison WI or the area, don’t miss “The Art of the Needle” Oct 19 & 20. Here is a snapshot of some artwork by our members

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