The ANG Auction!

In just three hours my time, the ANG Auction goes live!

https://ang.afrogs.org/?fbclid=IwAR06YM7ffGZZiRb3-AOck_OdZ2R07Wg_BlPYi87q1sIG62GxWhFdK6x7g2s#/index

In order to bid, you have to have an account but they are easy to set up.  You don't have to be an ANG member.  The auction starts today and runs through Sept. 18.  Not sure if you are interested?  Just click on "All Items" at the top of the page and browse the goodies up for auction.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright September 6, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Let's Go Admire Tony's Work

Today's a good day to go to Tony Minieri's website and admire his work.  Pour yourself a favorite beverage, settle back, and watch the slide show.

https://www.tonyminieri.com/tonys-gallery

Many of these are original designs Tony's taught over the years.  It's a wonderful body of work, isn't it?

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright August 17, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Next Mystery: The Lizard Collage

Ruth Schmuff has announced the next mystery class at Bedecked and Beadazzled:  The Lizard Collage!  

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2021/08/lizard-collage/

The first class of five is September 19 and runs through November.  This is Ruth's own design.  As always, I'll update this article as the class dates happens and Ruth posts progress photos.

Ruth started with the circles and dots.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2021/10/lizard-news/

Now there are dashes and squiggles--and more dots!

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2021/11/dots-dashes-and-squiggles/

And the lizard is done with periwinkle buttons, crystals and beads.  How clever!

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2021/12/who-would-have-guessed/

Here is the framed version.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2022/06/a-lizard-is-framed/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright August 29, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Breaking News: Rehoboth Beach Museum Needlework Exhibit CANCELLED

The Tenth Annual Rehoboth Beach Museum needlework exhibit was supposed to start Sept. 18 and run through November 7, but the building has had a roof leak so they are cancelling.  

https://brendasneedlepointstudio.blogspot.com/2021/09/cancellation-of-10th-annual-rehoboth.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow 

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright September 9, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Cindy Lee Gershin Talks Judging and Appraising Needlework

Cindy Lee Gershin talks to Fiber Talk about judging and appraising needlework.  She's certified in all these areas.  This is a several part interview.  The first is Cindy talking about judging needlework, what judges look for, how to improve your stitching with competition in mind, etc.

https://wetalkfiber.com/2021/07/25/fiber-talk-with-cindy-lee-gershin/

This podcast talks about appraisals, why you might need an appraisal, and how they work.

https://wetalkfiber.com/2021/08/08/fiber-talk-with-cindy-lee-gershin-ii/

The YouTube followup has Cindy showing photos of her work to explain what to look for if you are getting a piece ready to exhibit in a judged show.   The discussion starts at about 13:30 timestamp.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24m_lpQk3iQ

Here is Cindy's website if you wish to contact her.

https://needleworkappraisal.com

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright August 13, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.