Springfield ArtWorks

Just for fun

2012-01-19T06:45:00.000-08:00

This week I was privileged to take a class from the designer of Bloomin Minds patterns. She did a workshop for Cottonwood Quilters at a local hotel. Her patterns are so fun. I am still working on mine. It's called Tweet, Tweet, Twitter. Picture is of my piece in progress.

Girl Scout artVenture project at Springfiled Artworks

2012-01-19T06:30:00.000-08:00

Four girls are participating in the artVenture project at Springfield Artworks. The girls get an opportunity to work with an artist in designing and creating a project for a fund raiser at the University of Nebraska, Omaha on March 23 to benefit the local Girl Scouts.

The girls spent time designing and creating a needle felted beret and will be creating a felted flower for themselves using the same wool and yarn in the second session.

Valentines is coming

2012-01-13T12:55:00.000-08:00

Busy making valentine hearts for your loved one. I have etched mirrored ones, used crushed glass and fused it onto sheet glass....many, many things will be available first of February. You have to come see us at Springfield Artworks.

Girl Scout Event

2012-01-13T07:04:00.000-08:00

I am preparing for the Girl Scout Artventure at Springfield Artworks this Sunday. Girls will be needle felting on a beret. Should be fun. More to come.

Great Day Today....motor coach tour from DesMoines,IA

2011-11-03T20:01:00.000-07:00

We had great visitors today from Iowa. It was a mystery trip for them. Think they had a good time also. I really get into it when explaining about felting with wool. I did a "dog and pony show" when I stepped on the bus before they came inside. I took my olive oil soap, part of a wool fleece, tupperware seal, silk cacoon and silk hankies and explained what they would be encountering once they stepped inside. I think they liked it.

Sooo excited to have April Kelly's work in our gallery

2011-10-28T06:01:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, April Kelly brought two pieces to our gallery for exhibit and sale. I love her work. Bright red, purple and lime green will be gracing our walls soon. We are pleased to represent this new artist in our gallery. April is an author and recently retired Senior Vice President of LinkedIN.

GrowNebraska CEO visits our gallery and studio

2011-10-28T05:55:00.000-07:00

Great visit with Janell Anderson Ehrke at the gallery and studio a couple of nights ago. Janell lives across the state and just has not been able to stop in until now. It was great having her visit and share ideas. Incidently, she loved our place. Janell snapped this shot of me in front of Kitt's lovely scarves and Sharons art quilts.

Always Learning More

2011-10-26T12:55:00.000-07:00

Fun day yesterday at University of Nebraska, Omaha. Great presentation on doing business with the government and also socialeconomics presented by two very capable representatives of GrowNE, Heidi and Erin. I continually need to brush up on different aspects of social media. Today I have some of our wearable and glass art available for purchase at the GrowNE booth at the National 4-H Extension Agents Conference in Omaha.

Trailing of the Sheep Festival coming up this week

2011-10-04T20:19:00.000-07:00

Can hardly wait to go back. What am I looking forward to? Photographing sheep, seeing sheep wagons, the herd heading down Main Street and of course the Fiber Festival....Exciting time.

Great talks by women from the West, Baxter Black and on and on....and maybe a few bites of delicious lamb at the foodie fest.

Bad Girl

2011-10-04T20:15:00.000-07:00

I have been a bad girl...or a busy one and haven't posted on my blog since August 22. A lot has gone on since then. Wedding in San Jose, visited the Textile Museum there and heard a lecture on scrap quilts. Very enlightening. Attended the Creative Felt Gathering in Michigan for the first time, took classes from some outstanding teachers...came away very enthused about felting more frequently.

Everyone Knows

2011-08-22T19:56:00.001-07:00

Everyone who knows me knows I am not a sewer....but I'm trying to develop some new skills so that I can enter some pieces in different kinds of shows. So far have made a pillow and a hot pad for the kitchen..so glad I used great fabrics....makes a difference. I placed my felted geode on one of the blocks of the hot pad...looks like it belongs. 2nd picture is of my teacher (patient teacher) holding my pillow...

Re-arrange the gallery

2011-08-22T19:20:00.000-07:00

Today was a re-arrange the gallery day. Not completed just yet but getting there. Today I took a class on making a binding...hope I get better at that! Used some previously purchased dynamite fabrics so when I get the needle and thread out to finish it, it should be gorgeous.

So many new things to learn, so little time

2011-08-18T10:55:00.000-07:00

Last night, went to the Midwest Fiber Art Alliance get together...it's so much fun being around like minds. All are entering in the exhibit later in the year but me.....of course. I'm still trying to play catch up on my project from Frieda Anderson's workshop. I am not a quilter but am attempting to learn a bit as well as spinning wool. Last night I took a class on making a quilted pillow...it is going to be lucious...I'm so excited....and the patience of the teacher Jeanne was amazing to me. My spinning teacher Mary is equally patient with me. Way to go gals!

Photography contest winner

2011-08-14T21:05:00.000-07:00

My photo that I took under the bean in Chicago's Millinium Park took first place in the Sarpy Arts Council first ever photo contest travel category. I was soooo excited. Also took 3rd place in the same category with a photo of colorful Japanese bikes.

Design Day Tomorrow....Chicago Botanic Garden here I come

2011-08-14T21:02:00.000-07:00

Ok, here it comes....a day working on my new shawl....ideas are coming fast and furious. Hope to enter it in the fashion show at the Chicago Botanic Gardens in November if I'm available to go to the Fine Art of Fiber. Keep your fingers crossed.

Great Weather the last couple of Days...Yippee!

2011-08-14T20:56:00.001-07:00

Great weather....enjoying our herb garden...sage, basil, chives, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, mint and veggies, tomatoes, green onions, lettuce, and 2 measly okra plants! ....many creative dishes coming out of the garden produce. Love to cook..

GREAT NEWS! Nomination as one of the new or emerging businesses

2011-08-02T14:46:00.000-07:00

Whew, just got off the phone with the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. We have been nominated along with 4 others as the new or emerging business of the year. This is very exciting...just to be nominated!

The big news in Springfield

2011-07-25T19:06:00.000-07:00

Lady Gaga has been in Springfield shooting a new video....it's all the talk of the town. She didn't stop by our place. Maybe next time.

OPEN sign coming soon

2011-07-25T19:04:00.001-07:00

We have purchased an OPEN sign for the gallery....Think you'll like it....stop by to see if we got it up yet.

Sarpy County Fair coming next week

2011-07-25T19:00:00.000-07:00

I have been printing some photos for a photo contest...I can only enter 5....out of a mere 14,000 in my puter...So hard to select from all of those. Just when I think I have my 5 selected I pull up a couple of more I "have" to use....decisions,decisions. May even enter some in the fair????

Springfield,NE is all a buzz...Lady Gaga is in town shooting a video

2011-07-21T11:52:00.001-07:00

Everyone is excited. Lady Gaga is in town shooting her next video. From all reports her favorite recording studio is in Omaha.

Thurs is Lemonade day at the Gallery

2011-07-14T17:39:00.000-07:00

Today, I tried out our new lemonade dispenser...works really well...Threw a couple of cherries in the bottom, just for color...and of course sliced lemons....

It was refreshing.

Open til 8pm tonight.

Can hardly wait for the parking spaces to be filled.

2011-07-01T13:14:00.000-07:00

I am so excited that Main is finally shaping up. The new lights aren't in yet but the street is ready. Stop in to say Hi! Barriers are being removed as we speak.

Main Street Springfield opening tonight

2011-07-01T12:48:00.000-07:00

Great news, the construction on Main Street has progressed enough for them to open it up again after being closed to auto traffic. Come see us tomorrow. We'll celebrate!

Look for our flower pots on either side of our door.

Be the Winner!

2011-07-01T12:43:00.000-07:00

The first person who comes in the gallery and mentions this blog will receive a teflon pressing cloth 12" x24". Must be claimed by July 6, 2011.

Omaha Quilt Show was fantastic. Even though I didn't win a ribbon for my piece, the judge made nice comments about my design and composition. I was happy! I know I need to work on my stitch length....just as he pointed out.

Renata - Veltinio viliones

2011-06-21T11:59:00.000-07:00

Appreciate Felters. Isn't this work great.

Renata - Veltinio viliones

So much to do, so little time

2011-06-20T07:22:00.000-07:00

Yesterday our grandson Michael participated in the Duathalon in Papillion,NE, not far from our studio. He came in 56th...not bad for the first time ever in this type of race. It was a run, a bike ride, a run. There were close to 200 participants. We were there to root him on.

NCAA College World Series in Omaha as we speak

2011-06-20T07:19:00.001-07:00

It's a great 2 weeks in Omaha where I live. College World Series brings tons of fans into the Omaha area. Lots to do here, visitors to our city will love a short drive out to our gallery and studio in Springfield....it's only 6 miles off I-80, exit 440, at 183 Main Street, Springfield,NE.

Come on out.

Sarpy County Fair

2011-06-16T12:05:00.000-07:00

Mark your calenders for the county fair. it will be August 3-7th and this year they are celebrating their 75 year. Come on up Main Street and visit the shops and restaurants. We're at 183 Main Street on the South side of the street.

June 25th is coming soon!

2011-06-16T11:57:00.001-07:00

Hurry on in to see the great art quilt and wearable exhibit at our gallery and studio before it's too late. The art quilts are available for purchase and they are one of a kind. If you don't want to miss out, come in soon. We will be closed a couple of days this month so call first. 402-301-9162

Customer Service Lunch and Learn today at the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce

2011-06-14T16:04:00.001-07:00

Learned some new things today and was reminded of some we forget. Excellent program.

Springfield Days a Success

2011-06-14T15:40:00.000-07:00

Great fun was had by all over the weekend. I did a felting demo with wool and soap, there were hulu hoop contests, water fights with the fire dept, parade, clogging, barbershop quarted, lots of kids activities....can hardly wait til next years event. We may have a float or car or sheep wagon or ???? who knows what.

Todays a production day...scarves, purses, etc

2011-05-28T13:06:00.000-07:00

Today I've been busy making a shawl/scarf and a purse. Shawl is done...will post front and back side photos. It's reversable. Turned out really well.

US Senator Johanns visits Springfield ArtWorks

2011-05-21T05:30:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was an exciting day for Springfield. US Senator Mike Johanns visited our gallery and studio as well as other businesses. I participated in a roundtable with him almost a year ago and my vision is starting to take hold. I'm so excited....

Margie

Busy times

2011-05-15T17:53:00.000-07:00

Finally getting in the rythm of creating after two weeks away for some fantastic surface design classes. Jane Dunnewold was a fantastic teacher....good to have Maggie Weiss in the class too. She really inspires me. Got all my pieces washed and ironed yesterday.

My second class was with Kathy Weaver. It was a refresher for me on airbrushing. It is the first time I have airbrushed on fabric. My pieces are very simple. Kathy taught us some great designing ideas. My first piece is neon green on white...I love it.

Jane Dunnewold, my teacher with 2 of my pieces

2011-05-01T14:37:00.000-07:00

Jane was a fantastic teacher...ordered one of her books today...can't wait to get it.

My first piece in progress

2011-05-01T14:33:00.000-07:00

Guess what the rubbings are from?

Another piece from my class

2011-05-01T14:28:00.000-07:00

Here is another piece I did in class....just love the colors.

Surface Design Classes the last 3 days

2011-05-01T14:15:00.000-07:00

Had a great time at my classes at the Fine Line, taught by Jane Dunnewold....just the beginning of new surface design work.

Lots of fantastic art from my fellow students. Maggie Weiss and I had a great time exploring with my tree design.

Attended Pre-Conference today in Norfolk,NE

2011-03-30T20:01:00.000-07:00

Had a great day learning more about web site optimization......and meeting new Nebraska Grow members. Such great businesses....I loved it. Husker businesses are the best! Visited the Norfolk Grow Nebraska store....lots of great items. Stay tuned for tomorrows report.

Gallery view2 of Art Quilt Exhibit on Main Street in Springfield,NE

2011-03-23T14:44:00.001-07:00

Gallery view of Art Quilt Exhibit on Main Street in Springfield,NE

2011-03-23T14:40:00.001-07:00

Art Quilt Exhibit on Main Street in Springfield,NE

2011-03-23T14:34:00.000-07:00

It's so much fun hosting this special exhibit and sale at Springfield Artworks in Nebraska. Beautiful work by several artists. Here are two pieces by Frieda Anderson that are in the exhibit.

Class tomorrow--felted button bracelet

2011-03-23T14:29:00.000-07:00

Felted button class tomorrow...ready and excited.

Phew! what a weekend.

2011-03-23T14:25:00.000-07:00

Just spent a couple of days in class....learning how to make a wonderful art quilt and attempting to do some free form quilting stitches...have a way to go on both of those projects. Not being a sew-er is a challenge. Frieda Anderson, from Illinois was the workshop instructor....wonderful!

Kids classes coming to Springfield Artworks

2011-03-07T18:49:00.000-08:00

Great fun for kids coming to Springfield. First class will be decorate your t-shirt....fun, fun.

Creative fun

2011-03-07T18:45:00.000-08:00

The last couple of days have been incredibly fun for me.....etched a really fantastic bowl...haven't etched in a while....sandblaster all hooked up and ready to go. I also did a really cool heart dish using irid glass....will post pics later in the week. Hope everyone else is enjoying creativity!

Great music day

2011-02-13T19:05:00.000-08:00

Day off and pre-valentine concert....Got to hear the amazing Omaha Symphony and David Cassidy today. David said the Omaha Symphony is one of the top three orchestras in the country....I've always felt they are the tops but great to hear a professional express that as well. David has an amazing voice....fun day.

Glass Fusing Class sample pictures

2011-02-02T08:54:00.001-08:00

New Art Quits to be exhibited at Springfield ArtWorks

2011-01-27T18:04:00.000-08:00

Soon we will be having new work by Sharon Malec and Frieda Anderson, both members of PAQA, the professional Art Quilters organization in Illinois. I'm excited.

First ever glass fusing classes at Springfield ArtWorks

2011-01-25T07:34:00.001-08:00

Be the first to sign up for our glass fusing classes. Our first class will be Saturday Feb 5 from 1:30-3pm. It is a beginner class and you will create a 6" heart shaped dish...no glass cutting required.

In this class you will be creating your own piece of glass art. You will receive info on basic warm glass technics that will enable you to continue with future classes on more complex glass art. Class size limited to 6. More class info by calling 402-301-9162. Classes held at 183 Main Street, Springfield.

Dec 23, 2010

2010-12-23T15:03:00.000-08:00

A great day here in Springfield,NE. A tractor trailer full of our glass and equipment arrived....yippee! Now there will be no excuses for not teaching fusing classes.

Looking forward to the holiday season. Thanks to everyone who visited our gallery this year. We are extremely grateful and look forward to your visit in 2011. Peace to everyone.

Big Day Tomorrow

2010-12-20T18:11:00.000-08:00

Finally get my Christmas packages sent off tomorrow..... and it's the Desperate Husbands sale at Springfield ArtWorks. Guys get pizza as they shop from 5pm-7:30pm and free gift wrapping too! I can't wait to help them out. I remember the days when it was Christmas eve when the shopping was done for me......It's improved significantly.

Art makes great gifts.....both wearable art and functional glass art....

Desperate Husbands or Boyfriends event at Springfield ArtWorks

2010-12-14T12:44:00.000-08:00

If the holidays are sneaking up on the guys this year, and they are stumped by what to buy "the wife or girlfriend", They guys, come on over toe Springfield ArtWorks this Thursday evening from 5pm-7:30 pm for our desperate husbands or boyfriends sale. Evening hours just for you guys. We'll help find her something wonderful...Gift Certificates are always welcomed gifts. See you soon!

Trip to Ikea today

2010-12-14T12:42:00.000-08:00

Grandson enticed me to take him to Ikea....of course he didn't have to pull too hard.....love that place during the holidays....bringing back some new decorations for the holidays.....not sure I will get them up this year.....

Also preparing for Valentines day.

Winter, Winter go away

2010-12-12T12:17:00.000-08:00

Brrrr too cold to go out.

Think Spring

2010-12-12T12:13:00.001-08:00

Here are the new Pantone colors for spring....as you plan your creative projects. Enjoy!

Need a quick gift? Glass ornaments ready for you

2010-12-07T14:12:00.000-08:00

Stop in for great gift exchange ideas for the office.

New purses, Cosmetic bags and wall hangings in the Gallery

2010-12-07T11:35:00.000-08:00

It's exciting around here....always something new to assist you with your holiday shopping. I am carrying a new artist's work...great for teens and young girls.

Great Christmas Music available at Springfield ArtWorks

2010-12-07T11:32:00.000-08:00

Wonderful music playing in the background at the gallery. I carry my favorite dulcimer and recorder artist Timothy Seamans from Williamsburg, VA here at the gallery....Great relaxing and shopping music.

Oh that sweet tea!

2010-12-07T11:28:00.000-08:00

Yum, yum. Sweet tea with nachos from my favorite Mexican restaurant Axteca in Omaha....what more could you ask for? Sweet tea came from Mickie D's.....Now all I need is some good ole bluegrass music and I would be set. Life is good.

Back in the Swing of Things

2010-12-06T18:20:00.000-08:00

After an incredible Thanksgiving with family at the White River in Arkansas (the trout capitol of the US), I am finally back in the swing of things. While in Arkansas, we got to visit a cutting horse arena and see our son and grandsons ride around the arena....loved it.Thanksgiving dinner was fantastic....a nice long car ride into the countryside, but definately worth it. Found a new source for finished pieces....You'll have to ck them out....very colorful.

I packed up the trunk show today.....sorry to see it go. Everyone loved the work of Rona and Kay. We still have ooodles and oodles of handmade art of all sizes, shapes and prices....hurry in while the selection is good.

Spinners & Weavers Guild Show was today.

2010-11-20T13:55:00.000-08:00

Had a great time today at this event. So much talent in the area. Hopefully some of these folks can come here to teach some day.

Ran into Peg....told her would like to have her come teach some day...She and I were stopped at the same vendor booth. Fun morning. Off to the gallery for the final day of the trunk show....will try to see if I can hold it over thru December....Keep checking.

Front Door Springfield ArtWorks 2010

2010-11-19T15:01:00.000-08:00

Just had to share the picture of the front door of Springfield ArtWorks. I love decorating.

Whirlwind Weekend

2010-11-16T12:57:00.000-08:00

Just returned from a whirlwind weekend to Oklahoma to visit places where we use to see our grandparents. Way too much fun. Found the properties, even though there was no evidence of what I remember as a kid. Got to visit with aunts, cousins, etc...had a wonderful time. Glenn minded the store on Saturday. Great time to come out and see the fantastic work of our workshop instructors that we had the week of our anniversary open house.

Trunk Show Continues

2010-11-16T12:55:00.000-08:00

Please stop by Springfield ArtWorks for our fantastic Trunk Show, featuring works by our recent instructors, Kay Kaduce and Rona Horn. Show and sale runs til the end of this week. You don't want to miss this one!

Don't forget Our Open house Saturday Nov 6, noon-4pm

2010-11-01T19:11:00.000-07:00

Great event coming up on Saturday. Come meet our guest artists, have them autograph their books, make a felted flower and see the special glass art exhibit from around the globe.

Felted Purses, Hats and Scarves Everywhere!

2010-11-01T19:06:00.000-07:00

The trunk show of wearables is up and running at the gallery. Great bags, hats, scarves and jewelry. Hurry in for the best selection. Carrying a handmade bag that is a one of a kind will make you :)

Just in Case You Miss the Classes

2010-10-30T11:06:00.000-07:00

If you can't make the classes next week, you can still learn how to do nuno felting, felted vessels and felted flowers. Kay and Rona's DVD are available at Springfield ArtWorks......just $13 each.

New CD's arrived

2010-10-30T10:00:00.000-07:00

It's exciting around here....today I got Timothy Seaman's new CD. It is a collection of some of the most wonderful and beloved lyrical melodies from Scotland, Ireland and Wales, freshly and innovatively played in a distinctively personal outflow of joy and fond yearning---featuring the extended-range hammered dulcimer and flutes and whistles. Wonderful and relaxing sound. I have Tim's other CD's available here at the gallery too.

Time Is Drawing Near for Classes & Open House

2010-10-30T07:49:00.000-07:00

Just 4 days til the workshop instructors arrive...yippee! Omaha area will never be the same! Yesterday tons of jewelry arrived for the trunk show and it's all out awaiting eager customers. These are georgous pieces. Also some felted flowers, felted vessels and fantastic handbag and scarves.....better hurry out for the best selection.

Found new artist for gallery

2010-10-09T18:40:00.000-07:00

I found an incredible silversmith at the fair today. Hopefully I'll be carrying some of his work in the future....maybe in time for the holidays.

Navaho-Churro sheep

2010-10-09T18:36:00.000-07:00

Today at the Folklife fair, visited with some folks who raise Navaho-Churro sheep. I was excited as I have been wanting some of that wool to use with kids in making wool covered soap. I had a chance to experience that wool at Convergence in Albuquerque this year and was very happy that I now have more. I got a pot holder that the woman made. It is incredibly sturdy...and beautiful.

Big Day Today, 1500 sheep paraded down Main St,Ketchum,ID

2010-10-08T22:14:00.000-07:00

Today was a great day. Got to see a herd of sheep being herded in the Sawtooth Mountain Valley....sheep dogs at work, guard dogs at work, shepherd on horseback and hundreds of sheep being moved.ooops plus one sheep wagon nearby. Tomorrow 1500 sheep paraded down Main Street, Ketchum and Fiber Fest. Happy Girl!

First anniversary celebration and class info up on our site

2010-10-07T08:43:00.000-07:00

Go to www.springfieldartworks.com for the info on our great events Nov4,5,6. Just go to latest news and click on 1st anniversary and you should be there.

Trailing of the Sheep Festival coming up

2010-10-06T16:25:00.000-07:00

Friday starts the Trailing of the Sheep Festival near Hailey and Ketchum, Idaho....1500 sheep trail through the towns. Will be fun.

Josh Simpson's website

2010-10-06T16:17:00.000-07:00

Just got an email from Josh. Always fun to see what he's up to. Some great "planetoids" are available from him monthly. Seems like a fun thing. He is also judging a pie eating contest...for the Shelburne Center MA Fall Festival. Must love that pie!

Teachers are busy busy

2010-10-04T19:54:00.000-07:00

Kay and Rona report that they are having a great time preparing for their trunk show and workshops in Springfield in Nov. I'm excited too. I went to Ashland, Gretna and the tourism center today delivering flyers. You can pick one up there if you can't make it to the gallery.
If you have a chance, check out the textile symposium in Lincon this week. It will be a great event. Be sure and also ck out John Marshall's Japanese pieces.

Posters all over the place In Wash state

2010-09-18T09:19:00.000-07:00

There were posters all over the place in Washington state last week for the Wash/Ne game today. I wanted to take a pic but camera was not with me. We just missed the game by a week. Glenn's class with Richard LaLonde was fantastic. Come see the finished products during our first anniversary celebration Nov 6th. We will be having a special exhibit of glass art for that day. It's a surprise for now, so stay tuned. BUT don't forget to mark your calendar...Nov 4,5 classes with Kay and Rona, Nov 6 make and take it flower with Kay and Rona, last week in Oct trunk show of their work, Saturday Nov 6th anniversary celebration and open house. Don't miss it!

Kay Kaduce and Rona Horn classes at Springfield ArtWorks Nov 4,5,6

2010-09-18T09:13:00.000-07:00

I have posted some pics of the vessel, scarf and potential jewelry pieces that we will be making in our Nov 4,5 classes at the gallery. You can start signing up later next week when full pricing info will be out. Better make a quick trip to the gallery for this. Spaces should fill up fast as these instructors classes are always delightful.. You may already have their books in your stash. We will also be having a trunk show of their work the last week in October. There are a couple of purses that they made in the gallery now....so come on out.

Classes on Nov 4,5 and 6th`

2010-09-07T07:30:00.000-07:00

Save the dates! We are having some great classes on those dates. Watch for more details later.

Felters from around the globe

2010-09-07T07:28:00.000-07:00

I continued to be impressed by the great felting around the globe. Ck out my facebook profile for some wonderful pieces from Germany.

Planning Christmas ornaments out of felt

2010-09-07T07:24:00.000-07:00

I am working on some wonderful felted Christmas ornaments that I plan on displaying during and prior to the holidays. They will be "magical". Watch for them.

Geodes

2010-09-07T07:22:00.001-07:00

Just finished making some felted geodes. They turned out great. Plan on teaching classes on those later.

My visit to Nebraska Museum of Art

2010-09-07T07:17:00.000-07:00

Glenn and I visited the Museum of Nebraska Art in Kearney, NE over the weekend. We got to see a felted wall piece done in the 1800's. It was a felted mosaic. We have never seen anything like it before. It was lovely. Also got to take some pictures of the cranes that were to be auctioned off soon. They are made out of fiberglass and were all tied together to keep from getting damaged in the wind. Took some photos. May share them later.

Weekend Wonderings

2010-09-07T07:13:00.000-07:00

Spent the weekend at the Nebraska State Fair and points beyond. I volunteered at the state tourism booth. Had a great time sharing info about Sarpy County and Springfield ArtWorks as well as passing out brochures on other Nebraska tourism spots. Met lots of great people from around the state. Also met an Idaho couple who are familiar with the Trailing of the Sheep Festival in Idaho in October. I'll be there with bells on!

Felting and jewelry teacher to be featured in November

2010-09-02T14:16:00.000-07:00

Help us celebrate our first anniversary in November. We are bringing in two teachers from Wisconsin for 2 days of classes and one day of make and take it. I am still working on final details....such as cost but it is REAL! I have some of their work in the gallery now and available for purchase. I will also have a trunk show of their work the week before the anniversary events. Save the dates, Nov 4,5 and 6th. It's exciting.

Classes in the planning stages

2010-08-23T07:52:00.000-07:00

nuno felting scarf, felted sun, felted coneflower ......pics will be out soon....remember, they are still in the planning stages. Lots of interest in classes....stay tuned.

Unbelievable Felted items new in the gallery

2010-08-23T07:47:00.000-07:00

Starting Wednesday, there will be several new felted artworks in the gallery. Purses, flowers, and some surprises...Come see us. We will also be having a special on some of our current felted pieces.... We have to make room for many new things. Exciting time at the gallery.

Wonderful Class last Weekend

2010-08-23T07:45:00.000-07:00

Felted a fantastic beret over the weekend. Have many new ideas for my beret class. Stop by the gallery at 183 Main, Springfield, NE to see my latest creation. Think you'll like it!

Our first anniversary will be here before you know it

2010-08-23T07:42:00.001-07:00

We are working on plans for our first anniversary celebration. It's an away game for the Huskers football so don't worry! Week and weekend of November 6. Hoping to get a couple of teachers in from Wisconsin...one teaching jewelry making and the other felting.....stay tuned!

Anne Lullie has done it again

2010-08-11T14:00:00.000-07:00

Anne has sent more of her brillient gradated colored (dyed) shirts. Hurry in so you won't miss them. People seem to buy two or three at a time....such fantastic color and comfort.

Whew, Sarpy County Fair has come and gone

2010-08-11T13:53:00.000-07:00

What a week! Great crowds both at the fair and at the gallery! It was great meeting so many new faces. Thanks to everyone who came in and please come back. Our galllery is packed to the brim right now with many new art pieces...Work by Susan Waldron from Illinois graces the front of the gallery. Some hand felted purses from another artist are nearby....you have to see their work and some fantastic bracelets will be in the gallery soon.

Creativity, Life, Inspiration, and Design: The 'Getting Organized Challenge'

2010-07-29T15:16:00.000-07:00

Creativity, Life, Inspiration, and Design: The 'Getting Organized Challenge'

Sarpy County Fair

2010-07-28T14:53:00.000-07:00

The fair is next week August 4-8 and we will be open Wednesday from 1-9pm so that all the fairgoers can check us out. As an old, or I should say, 4-H alum, the fair is always a special event for me (margie).

The Sarpy County Chamber is having a ribbon cutting and business after hours from 4-6 next Wednesday so hope everyone can welcome them. We are Sarpy county chamber members...just ck out our front door!

Nebraskaland Magazine/ Country Register

2010-07-28T14:49:00.001-07:00

Nebraskaland magazines are available at the Gallery as well as Country Register. The register is free but the Nebraskaland is $4.95. Great pictures and stories in each...and we have an ad in each of them.

Creativity, fashion, how we create fashion from varius cultures

2010-07-22T20:30:00.000-07:00

Tonight we learned how our fashions are derived from various cultures. Wonderful program. More on this later. Sat next to woman who has lived in Brazil and China....great conversation. Everyone asks me why I am at a conf for spinners and weavers and I don't do either one....more on that later too. Stay tuned. Two more felted bags are coming back with me to the gallery. You will love them. Hopefully they will find a home in Omaha/Springfield, Lincoln area. Visited my favorite gallery in Albuquerque today, the Pallette....wonderful glass.

Great felted mini-purses for the gallery

2010-07-22T06:26:00.000-07:00

Can't wait to get back. Have 3 exquisite small purses to add to the inventory. Also will be teaching how to make them. My mind is going a bit crazy with class ideas. Also will be teaching a class on funky flowers out of colorful cotton fabric. Bought some never before seen (by me) fabric at a great quilt shop on my way back to the hotel yesterday. Also, will be making some cards using hand woven black and white yarn...but will add a special twist....a felted flower...or an abstract design.....and maybe I will use some of my wonderfully dyed alpaca pieces I got in Illinois last weekend. Also, have some new dyed silk to do some nuno felting ....and will hopefully get some dyed silk ribbon today. I am soooooo excited to be bringing back my new finds! Hope you make it out to the gallery.

Trip to Espanola,NM

2010-07-22T06:20:00.000-07:00

Yesterday took a drive to Espanola to the Fiber Arts Studio. I thought there was a special exhibit there....next time read my notes. It wasn't there, it was in Albuquerque!!! That's OK I got to visit a fine not for profit fiber arts studio and shop. I learned a bit about Navaho embroidery and bought some cloth and a couple of small skeins of Navaho Churro yarn. Navaho Churro wool is used for rugs and heavier pieces. It is quite sturdy.

Fashion Show HGA

2010-07-22T06:15:00.000-07:00

Last night was a fantastic fashion show in Albuquerque at the Handweavers Guild of America conf. There were some competitive garments by students from the U of NE....very lovely. Kent State University had quite a few and they were outstanding. Pieces were dyed or felted or woven. Some of the models looked 10 feet tall :). Lighting and Music were great.