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More Things to See

Here's an update to my previous post. At this point, Small Expressions is on display at Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance . The quality of work is high. There is a nice range of weaving techniques — wedge weave, multi-shaft, tapestry, even some basketry and three-dimensional sewing. The exhibition is on display through Thursday 12 September 2019. You can view it: Sundays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Wednesdays from 6:00 pm. to 8:00 pm and Thursdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Also just opened at the DeKalb History Museum on the main floor of the historic DeKalb County Courthouse is Silk and Stitch . I haven't been yet; and I'm not sure how long it is up. The description indicates it highlights embellishing techniques in women's fashion from the 19th century through the mid-20th century.  Hours are: Monday - Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. And a late reminder that tomorrow is North Georgia Knitting Gu

Things to See Soon

There are several opportunities in the area right now to see fiber art on display. The Prince Cherrywood Challenge 2018 Tribute Tour has been touring through the area. I first saw these on display at the Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival back in March. These quilts were also on display at STITCHES United a month ago. Thank you to East Cobb Quilters Guild for one more opportunity to enjoy these beautiful art quilts! Right now, the quilts are finishing up a one-week run here in my neighborhood at the Mable House Arts Center . They will be on display for one more day on Thursday 11 July 2019 from 9 AM to 5 PM. There are actually three separate groups of art quilts touring the country. Follow the Cherrywood Challenge link above to see the places and dates. I may get to cross paths with the quilts again at STITCHES Salt Lake in early October. There is a yarn bombing at the Rose Creek Library on Towne Lake in Woodstock. This is right next to Hillside United Methodist Church, whe