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This is an interesting art exhibit I thought people might enjoy seeing.
http://www.track16.com/exhibitions/2009-01-10-iff/photos.php
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(post #29380, reply #1 of 21)
Thank you for posting the URL. The work is exquisite. There was another site with this type of work. I thought I kept it but at the moment am unable to find it.
MO, this Free Form crochet at it's best. For more on the latter, Prudence is the guru.
http://www.knotjustknitting.com/
I had the opportunity to see her & her work in person at the CGOA Chain Link July 2004. Because I was early enough in making my reservation, I was able to take a class with her. Worth the time & cost.
me
(post #29380, reply #6 of 21)
I can only imagine the ideas you got after being in a class with a woman who is definitely thinking outside the box
(post #29380, reply #7 of 21)
Definitely a catload of ideas. The challenge is executing them.
She wore all manner of fashion during the conference, and in her classes.
Prudence strongly suggested using a wide variety of yarns & cords in the doing. There was a thought of her trying to convince manufacturer's to assemble "kits" having a selection of different yarns. There was a piece of her work having shoelaces incorporated into it. Unsure if she ever succeeded.
Have you taken a classwith her, or do you know of ehr through her publications?
me
(post #29380, reply #8 of 21)
I don't know Prudence, but I used to get a couple of crochet magazines that would have great things. And threads used to have some of the neatest fiber art on the back page.
I finally learned to knit after I retired and have been playing with that. I just learned the feather and fan stitch and am working on small blanket with pink and brown varigated yarn that I think is from Bernat. It is almost done. For Christmas at the bead group, we have what they call a blanket party. You bring anything you want, white elephants, crafts, beads, and anything fun. Nothing is wrapped and it is layed out on the floor or a table. Then we take turns selecting something. This year I took a variety of knit hats and dish-cloths. I used them to practice different stitches. I should explain, they invited me to join but I do whatever portable craft I am working on.
I have really enjoyed all the different projects that I have read about on the Gatherings. It is helping the creative juices to keep flowing.
(post #29380, reply #10 of 21)
>> ... helping the creative juices to keep flowing. <<
Needlework also helps the neurons & synapsies in our brains. Special MRI's have been done as any number of individual doing hand crafts. The cerebral activity was notable.
The learning of something different is a stimulation because one has to use a thought process. Certainly understandable since each pattern or effort varies.
Currently I'm really stimulating my brain. I've taken on a lace knit pattern. Figured it would be a lark because of the many socks, some argyles & other patterns, I've completed using DPN's. Along with mittens/gloves, hats, and baby/child sweaters. Wrong! After 4 froggings, I was finally able to establish the pattern.
http://www.berroco.com/exclusives/star/star.html
Applause on your knitting a small blanket. Personally, I find it the better for me to crochet a piece in this category.
me
(post #29380, reply #11 of 21)
I went to the web-site, That is a beautiful shawl and the yarn looks really soft. I signed up for the web site. Thanks so much. If you haven't tried feather and fan, it has only one pattern row in four. But I did the same thing when I first tried it. But I played with it on some dish clothes and made a scarf. I have 3 or 4 more inches to go.
Thanks for another good web-site. I like knitpick too.
(post #29380, reply #13 of 21)
You are very welcome for the Berroco URL. I feel certain you'll be pleased with their newsletter. They offer some really neat patterns for what I call "whimsies". Knit creations for children or using up yarn. But one example is the "doll" on this bag pattern. Scroll at -
http://www.berroco.com/exclusives/doll_bag/doll_bag.html
As is the case with color variances in a PC monitor, I expected some difference in shade. I was a bit taken back by the drastic difference when I went to pick up the yarn. I phone ordered the Ulta Alpaca Fine in blueberry mix based on my screen. Seeing it, I would call it more like blackberry. Fortunately, the shop had ordered other colorways, so I was able to choose another. With the company named tourquoise I'm using, it is more what I'd describe as a medium sage. Closer to their pea soup mix. Should I choose their yarn for another effort, I'll have to drive to the shop to see the color card.
I e-mailed the company and received a very prompt and gracious reply. My insight to cyberspace is limited so I/m uncertain how the color issue can be resolved if at all.
Berroco also replied to my question on how I could make a swatch. MO, but for a very few exceptions, all patterns (knit & crochet) should have directions on doing a swatch.
Gee, I sound like I'm promoting Berroco. Guess in a way I am.
Enjoy your new bookmark! me
(post #29380, reply #15 of 21)
What a darling bag. It reminds of Elinor Peace Bailely. I took a doll class with her several years ago. She wore a vest covered with pockets that each had a little doll in it.
The little crocheted dolls could be used for a lot of different decorataions.
Another project for my list.
(post #29380, reply #12 of 21)
Very pretty, and you have much more patience than I do! Thanks for the site, lots to look at! Cathy
(post #29380, reply #14 of 21)
You are so kind to acknowledge my effort. As to my patience, duirng my career years, I was noted to have the attribute. Perhaps it is thus, and my genes, that has me in my 7th decade w/o any prescribed medications. Though I do take suppliments.
However, from my perspective, I admit to some selectivity in the practice.
I figure you'll read my reply to joyfulneedles. As such, you might explore the Berroco patterns when time permits.
me
(post #29380, reply #16 of 21)
I bookmarked it also! Somehow I missed that one. Thanks for the update. Yes, the colours on different monitors is a problem. I know you can adjust them somewhat, but I do not know how. Cathy
(post #29380, reply #20 of 21)
How wonderful that you are able to do needlework at your age! I am already limited to 1 hr. sessions due to arthritis...and I'm only 53. I'm trying to get as much crocheting done as I can before my hands finally say 'no more.' I love to do doilies and the tinier the thread, the better.
Deb
(post #29380, reply #17 of 21)
perhaps this is the site you meant, and in any case is fascinating and amazing!
http://craftershock.com/blog/2009/01/21/scientifically-accurate-crafts/
(post #29380, reply #18 of 21)
Amazing and fun to see, thanks for sharing.
(post #29380, reply #19 of 21)
Yes, she does awesome free form work in knit and crochet. I made a purse after watching her on a tv program, can't think of the name now, the host was Australian.
(post #29380, reply #2 of 21)
Thanks for the site! Unbelievable! Some of it reminds me of stuff I did back in the '70's....and threw out....LOL! I just sent the URL to my daughter. She will love it and it may inspire her to start crocheting again....one can only hope! She gave up the chance at a scholarship at Herron School of Art back in the '90's and it was a real shame. She has so much talent and it is just going to waste...I'm hoping this will nudge her....
Deb
(post #29380, reply #3 of 21)
It was my daughter who sent it to me. I loved your comment about what it reminded you of.
(post #29380, reply #4 of 21)
Thank you that was great. I missed a coral exhibit when it was here in Chicago. I don't know if this is the same. People were invited to add to it. So sorry I missed that. Thanks for the site, it was great.
(post #29380, reply #5 of 21)
That is amazing crochet. And so many different designs and colors. Wonderful!!!
Thank you for sharing.
(post #29380, reply #9 of 21)
Thank you for sharing this site, I find it very interesting as I have not seen such an exhibition in Malaysia(where I live). Looking forward to sharing more information among crafters. Cheers to all. M
(post #29380, reply #21 of 21)
I've been lucky enough to see this in reality - its brill!
Very colourful and textural and an inspiration for those of us who only do the boring bits of crochet etc.