(Above: Embellished Wooden Thread Spool Mini-workshop at
Explore the Arts in Hamilton, Montana.)
Yesterday was so much fun sharing my method of making ornaments. I provided all the material and supplies: yarn, embroidery floss, ribbon, buttons, beads, and ... of course ... wooden thread spools. Almost everything available came from second hand stores, auctions, thrift shops, and as donations to my stash. This mini-workshop is really about giving second life to what had been cast off by someone else.
About sixteen people attended, including one of the staff members of
Open AIR Montana, the organization through which my residency was made possible. Everyone made at least one ornament. Several people left with two or three and another one started!
Conducting this mini-workshop was a wonderful experience. Yet, being in a workshop might be even better. I've signed up for two fiber art workshops myself. Soon, I'll be experiencing some natural dyeing and also gelli plate botanical printing! I've never really done either but having this art residency has made it possible! Keep scrolling down for a few more pictures of happy participants and their ornaments!
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