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Exhibiting to Inspire Others

Coming up in September (19-27) we have the Panhandle South Plains Fair in Lubbock, Texas.

I have had one piece framed and have done finishing work on a few others so far.  I plan to exhibit these pieces in the cross stitch category.  It would be nice to win a ribbon, of course.  

Another way to look at it is:  Who will I inspire by showing my work?  Who will want to learn this or that technique of stitching or finishing?  Who will want to create their own designs?  Who will teach and inspire someone else?

First up is my Assisi-style embroidery.  I created this embroidery as part of my journey in EGA's master craftsman in counted thread embroidery program.  I adapted some patterns from the book Here Be Drolleries by Nancy Spies of Arelate Studio and added some designs of my own to create my design of a "peaceable kingdom".  You can find Arelate Studio designs now at 1884 Stitchery.


I have finished a couple of small cushions made from kits by Shepherd's Bush which I purchased from The Silver Needle in Tulsa, Oklahoma.



This last item is the piece from a retreat weekend at The Silver Needle where we were fortunate enough to spend time with the designer behind Chessie & Me, Linda Lautenschlager.  Her designs are a favorite of mine.



If you are near Lubbock the latter part of September, be sure to stop in at the Panhandle South Plains Fair and feast your eyes on all the treasures exhibited in the Women's Building.

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  1. DarleneAugust 29, 2025 at 5:22 AM

    I wish you well at the hair and hope you come home with at least one ribbon. Your work will inspire others, as I know I love going to various fairs to look at the needlework.

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