Author: denise

I have done beadwork for over 25 years and got so interested in jewelry design that I took two metalwork classes at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee from wonderful teachers Deborah Lynn Gold and Marjorie Simon. I can't choose a favorite medium. I love sculptural work and adore forming and fabricating metals, but three-dimensional beadwork is more colorful. I sew a lot! Lately I've been making lots of purses and wallets as well as upcycling used clothing into new items. Lately I've gone back to sewing and refashioning cast-off clothing–mostly men's shirts, into girls' clothing. I also enjoy making handbags and wallets. They are really fun to put together–like a puzzle.

Genealogy mysteries

I’ve done genealogy for many years, but some things just don’t want to be figured out for one reason or another. There are several mysteries I’ve been working on, but today I’ll post some family photos that can’t be identified. Maybe one of you can help identify these pics. I have my tree on familysearch.com if you’re a member. It’s a free site.

February 1958 is the only info
??? Watts.
Harold mystery–reverse
Harold ???
Why are they hiding behind this giant plant?
Who is this tall woman?
Baby stuck on barbed wire?
There was a name, but everything faded. 1936
I’ve identified 4 of the 5 Sheltons on the left.
Blairs?

Open Art Show

 

The Arts Council of Roane County (Tennessee) is having their Annual Open Art Show from November 15-18 at the Kingston Community Center, 201 Patton Ferry Rd., Kingston TN 37763. We are lucky to have this venue again this year. This year will be our fifth Open Show in Roane County. We have some wonderful talent in this area, but the show is open to all artists in all media. You can get an entry form on the ACRC website.

We are also hosting a Chili Supper on opening night, November 15, from 5 till 7 at the Community Center. Chili or Soup with sides and dessert is only $10. If you would like to take home a handmade bowl by Jenni Kelly, just add $10 to that and you can eat from your new bowl or just keep it clean to take home.

If you’re in the area please join us for the supper and see all the wonderful things.

Trail Tote Again

Rivet
Nice little rivet
Belt Loop After
Belt Loop After-snug fit
Baggy Belt Loop Before
Belt Loop Before-UGH!