Crochet Coral Reef

DH, DD, + I enjoyed visiting this exhibit

at the Florida Craftsmen gallery.

I have a photo album,

HERE of 35 pictures.

The crochet coral pieces were fabulous, including the sea creatures

sharks, rays, fish, eels, octopus, etc.

Video:

In the past, there have been temporary exhibits in 

Indiana, Illinois, etc.

More about this project, HERE.   

The St. Petersburg exhibit continues thru Sep 1, 2012.

Link to another nice video:

http://vimeo.com/45085265

from New Roots News

Reopening of Textile Exhibit

I was excited to read the

Fabric of a New Nation:  American Needlework + Textiles, 1776-1840

Reopening after a brief closure.  

Member Magazine says July 12 thru Mid-November

Galleries 57-59

"This exhibition explores the evolution of an American textile tradition through over

45 bedcovers, coverlets, needlework, printed handkerchiefs, + other household textiles."

It is not on the AIC web site - so here is the

link to previous AIC Information

I took some photos when i visited ---

link to pictures HERE; however, if you have the chance,

this is a nice exhibit to view!

Street Embroidery

What fun!!!

Photos can be found on

Collected Cross Stitched Blog

Battery Ott Lights

Thank you everybody for your comments, e-mails, and 

personal experience with battery operated OTT lights.

(from previous post)

Now, I'm looking at this model.

Ott Model #290089.

It is light weight.

When it is closed - it is about 8" high + the base

(says on package) is 2 1/2 inches.

It uses Double A batteries (Four AA Batteries) 

Compatible with a 6V adapter (not in the package w/light).

Right now, they are 40% off at Michael's 

+ that would be about $29.00.

I am guessing that four AA batteries would last

longer than three AAA batteries --- but, I'm not sure.

borders

Sometimes when you travel, it is fun to visit 

stores - with all sorts of stuff you didn't know you

just HAD TO HAVE.

I purchased this clear, vinyl bag at

The Black Sheep in Florida - they have a whole room of yarn + patterns,

loads of canvas and fibers.

With the sudden downpours of rain in Florida, this is perfect for keeping

my book + 'stuff' dry.

See the cute kitty face?   When the ear is pulled, the tape measure comes out.    I thought it was too cute.   It was from Needle Craft World.      And, if you visit, don't forget to pet the sweet scottie dog,

Duncan.   (new magnet)

  

As for needlework .... 

I have added some of the border - it is a pretty sampler.