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Knitting | Live Demo
Lin Oglesby will be demonstrating how she creates scarves, cloches, sweaters, and shawls with two sticks, some yarn, and very talented hands. Lin will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Pottery | Live Demo
Raku artist Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating wheel throwing and some surface techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Needle Felting Demo at the Moses Cone Manor
Lorraine Cathey will be demonstrating how she creates her colorful, rich landscapes using wool and a special needle. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrator works and talks about their creative process! Call ahead in…
Tapestry Weaving | Live Demo
Weaver Sandy Adair will be demonstrating how she creates her large, colorful, textural landscapes using a frame loom and a wide variety of yarns. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Woodturning | Live Demo
Bill Collison will be demonstrating his woodturning techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Wheat Weaving | Live Demo
Katherine Caldwell will be demonstrating the art of wheat weaving as she creates ornaments and wall hangings. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Virtual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
To visit the 74th Annual, Summer Edition Craft Fair: https://www.southernhighlandguild.org/craftfair/ This four-day online event will feature a directory of both traditional and contemporary fine craft artisans. Visitors to the site will have the opportunity to explore works of clay, fiber, glass, paper, wood, jewelry, and more through the virtual “booths” of participating members. Visitors can…
Basketry | Live Demo
Susan Taylor will be demonstrating various basket-making techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Embroidery | Live Demo
Fiber artist Laura Gaskin will demonstrate how she "paints with stitches" to create beautiful embroidered wall art. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Woodturning | Live Demo
Wood artist Allen Davis will be demonstrating how he creates useful items such as pens, fan pulls, and ornaments using a small wood lathe. He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
2 events,
Knitting | Live Demo
Fiber artist Lin Oglesby will be demonstrating knitting techniques she uses to create colorful and comfortable wearables such as scarves, cloches, and sweaters. Lin will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Crocheting | Live Demo
Fiber artist Rita de Maintenon will be demonstrating various crochet techniques, both traditional and heirloom, which she uses to create wearables for all ages. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Jewelry | Live Demo
Jeweler Amy Brandenburg will be demonstrating how she uses PMC, or precious metal clay, to create pendants, earrings, rings, and bracelets. Amy will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Sun Printing | Live Demo
Fiber artist Sandy Rowland will be demonstrating how she creates wonderful silhouette-prints on fabric using special paints and the sun's rays! She will be outside the main entrance to the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Broom Making | Live Demo
Watch broom maker Peter Werner as he creates useful household brooms and kitchen implements out of broom-corn and strong thread. Peter will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
2 events,
Bead Embroidery | Live Demo
Martine House will be demonstrating her bead embroidery techniques as she creates beautiful jewelry. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
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Tapestry Weaving Demo at the Moses Cone Manor
Fiber artist and outdoor enthusiast Sandy Adair will be demonstrating the techniques she uses to create her large mountain landscapes. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process!…
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