It's hard to believe that we are half way through summer. It's been a busy one with the store, courses and obligations to family/friends, but a good one so far. I want to thank everyone for being so supportive of my new venture in starting the store, it sure makes life easier with friends like all of you.
We met for our hookin on the Georgian Queen on Tues July 24th. It was a great success and those who joined us enjoyed the trip and were wondering when we could do it again. We came up with the idea of taking the fall color tour, those interested can perhaps let me know and we can plan it at our next meeting at the superstore. I will post meeting dates at the superstore next month as I still need to get a hold of Theresa to get the dates from her(we have been playing phone tag).
Ann Hallet, Jennifer Kia and myself took the trip to Wiarton for another course with Wanda Kerr, this time we took the "Creativity Course" it was a very interesting day and informative course and I would recommend it hightly. The last 2 courses we took in June, faces and color course we equally as good and I am so thrilled I was able to take all three as you learn so much in one day. If anyone is interest in her courses just email me and I will give you her information.
I have been asked to do a display on the history of rug hooking, and demonstration of hooking on Metis Day at Discovery Harbour in Penetanguishene, on Saturday August 11th. Metis Day depicts the life/history/culture of the Metis people in our area and how we came to the area after the war of 1812 when the Americans to Drummond Island and Mackinaw Island after the war. It was a very successful and interesting day last year with beading, salve making, soap making, trapping display... and should be the same and better this year as it will be our second time doing it. There will be cultural events going on all day and traditional foods being made. If you get the chance please come out and join the fun.
I will be having "Sip & Knits" at the store starting in September on Wednesday mornings from 10-noon and the same for hooking on Thursday mornings 10-noon, join me for a cup of tea and a good old chin wag. I will need you to call and let me know if your coming as I will only have room for 6 people so I can reserve the seats. Just let me know if you want to come by calling me at the store 549-1060, leave a message if it's after hours.
We will be having another hookin on August 21, 2007 at my home, 42 Water St, Penetanguishene from 1-4pm. Please feel free to drop in and join us, call the shop for directions if needed. Hope to you can join us. Happy Hooking/Knitting or what ever else inspires you, Karen
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Studio by the Bay
Hi Everyone,
The store is finally open! It has been alot of work but it's has been so rewarding and I want to thank everyone who has come in to show their support. The store is open from Tuesday to Friday from 10-5:30 and Sat from 10-4. Sunday and Monday by chance or appointment.
My new phone # at home is 705-549-1060, please feel free to call if you need anything.
The Patchwork of Hookers next meeting will be on the "Georgian Queen" on Tuesday July 24, 2007 from 1:30-5:30pm, bring your hooking, your friends and a smile. The boat will be leaving at 2pm from the Penetanguishene Town Dock at the bottom of Main St in Penetang. Hwy 93, turns into Main St. so just follow it to the end. If you want to attend please give me a call at 549-1060(the store) or home 549-6624, if we have 20 people in our group our rate will be $20 if not it will be $25 each. Hope to see on board it's a beautiful cruise.
The store is carrying the art work of Cathy Earles a 3D stainglass artist and watercolorist, her cards come to life with her paintings of fish and her favorite fishing spots as she is an avid bass fisherlady. Her stainglass sailboats and schooners are beautiful would add to any decor.
We have Sandy Gows fibre arts, she is well known in our area for her beautiful quilts. She will design outdoor patio cushions to match your decor. Sandy has also taken up rug hooking and has applied that to her creations as well.
Donna Light is a local soap maker. The store has a lovely aroma thanks to her. The soaps are long lasting and have a delicious aroma. She also makes herbal teas which will also be available soon.
Gayle Moon has delighted us with her wire art jewellery. She has always had a flare for what looks good on us ladies and she hasn't disappointed us with the jewellery. (Alot of you may know Gayle from the Lindor store as she is the manager there.)
Kathy Stewart has brought is some of her beach bags and totes. A delightful accent for the beach. She has been a local nursery school teacher and has now turned her hand to sewing.
I guess I should mention myself, I design rugs and kits for the rug hooking and also do folk art.
We will also be getting work from George Varney(lead glass artist), Gayle Thompson(stainglass artist and teacher) and Ann Hallet(we actually have some of her Maple Leafs on sticks and rug hooked stars already)
Some of the artists will custom make items at your request so please don't hestitate to ask us if you are looking for a unique piece.
We also have a good selection of yarns in and rug hooking supplies, alittle bit of everything.
So hope to see you soon,
Have a great summer, Karen
The store is finally open! It has been alot of work but it's has been so rewarding and I want to thank everyone who has come in to show their support. The store is open from Tuesday to Friday from 10-5:30 and Sat from 10-4. Sunday and Monday by chance or appointment.
My new phone # at home is 705-549-1060, please feel free to call if you need anything.
The Patchwork of Hookers next meeting will be on the "Georgian Queen" on Tuesday July 24, 2007 from 1:30-5:30pm, bring your hooking, your friends and a smile. The boat will be leaving at 2pm from the Penetanguishene Town Dock at the bottom of Main St in Penetang. Hwy 93, turns into Main St. so just follow it to the end. If you want to attend please give me a call at 549-1060(the store) or home 549-6624, if we have 20 people in our group our rate will be $20 if not it will be $25 each. Hope to see on board it's a beautiful cruise.
The store is carrying the art work of Cathy Earles a 3D stainglass artist and watercolorist, her cards come to life with her paintings of fish and her favorite fishing spots as she is an avid bass fisherlady. Her stainglass sailboats and schooners are beautiful would add to any decor.
We have Sandy Gows fibre arts, she is well known in our area for her beautiful quilts. She will design outdoor patio cushions to match your decor. Sandy has also taken up rug hooking and has applied that to her creations as well.
Donna Light is a local soap maker. The store has a lovely aroma thanks to her. The soaps are long lasting and have a delicious aroma. She also makes herbal teas which will also be available soon.
Gayle Moon has delighted us with her wire art jewellery. She has always had a flare for what looks good on us ladies and she hasn't disappointed us with the jewellery. (Alot of you may know Gayle from the Lindor store as she is the manager there.)
Kathy Stewart has brought is some of her beach bags and totes. A delightful accent for the beach. She has been a local nursery school teacher and has now turned her hand to sewing.
I guess I should mention myself, I design rugs and kits for the rug hooking and also do folk art.
We will also be getting work from George Varney(lead glass artist), Gayle Thompson(stainglass artist and teacher) and Ann Hallet(we actually have some of her Maple Leafs on sticks and rug hooked stars already)
Some of the artists will custom make items at your request so please don't hestitate to ask us if you are looking for a unique piece.
We also have a good selection of yarns in and rug hooking supplies, alittle bit of everything.
So hope to see you soon,
Have a great summer, Karen
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