The Guild's September meeting was a comfortable mix of interactive art, ubiquitous camaraderie, and new information. The 'new information' came from the presentation by experienced crafters in skills which many of us have never ever fathomed, much less diligently tried.Invited to be one of the several demonstrators for the evening, I presented beaded 'French Flowers' to all comers. Fortunately, I was joined by the person who taught me; Jeanne. For over thirty years Jeanne has reigned as an east coast queen of French Flower Beadwork. Many people are very upset that I did not take photographs for the blog of the flowers which Jeanne had brought with her to the meeting. I apologize for the oversight: simple words cannot describe the glory of life-size seed beaded hydrangea or life-size seed beaded wisteria; they simply must be seen to be believed.
A myriad of doll-sized varieties of beaded flowers by Jeanne will be available for purchase at the 'Antique, Doll, Teddy Bear and Toy Show' in Massapequa on November 18th 2007. For more information use info@cathycara.com .
Guild members were treated to the first public sneak peak of our 2008 'show piece'. A.D. has finished her half and I have been hard at work at my portion. Feedback was very kind and extremely positive, so I know we are on the right track. A special thanks to all who attended the meeting and were generous with their comments; early criticism makes for a better piece.
To reach the Guild: www.licg.org Reminder: Orchid will most likely be participating in the November 2007 Fiber Exhibition sponsored by the Guild and taking place in Jericho.
