The Burlington Country Historical Society has re-focused its mission of telling the rich history of the County to children and their families through new interactive exhibits. The sale proceeds of the needlework and furniture from the Society’s collection will be used to develop these participatory exhibitions and interpret the significant roles of transportation, agriculture, the military and Underground Railroad in…
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Some of Sandra’s Cats
Here’s a sampling of some cat pieces for all the cat lovers. “Wild Night” reg. $232. now just $186.00 Are there times when you wish you could have a night out and act like this guy? “Meow” reg. $120.00 now $96.00. “The Cat” reg. $140.00 now $112.00 All reduced prices are good until November 30th, 2010. I have these is…
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Something for all the Small People
A quality I like about Sandra’s pieces is the simplicity and calmness they have and yet remain strong artistically. When so many designers bend towards a shock value with humor, color and style Sandra Gilmore’s pieces are not about this. Below is a child reading a book to his/her stuffed toys; a phrase about seeing the moon and one good…
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Sandra Gilmore Trunk Show continues!
Sandra Gilmore, otherwise known as the designer of Once in a Blue Moon, is truly a master of the needlepoint canvas. This is one of best received trunk shows the Nimble Needle has sponsored and most everyone has trouble deciding which canvas they like best, with many buying multiple pieces. Her canvas’s are painted with great precision, otherwise known as…
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Sandra Gilmore of Once in a Blue Moon Designs Trunk Show
Now through November 30th Trunk Show featuring Sandra Gilmore of Once in a Blue Moon designs. Includes florals, landscapes, interiors, children, animals, judaic, christmas and more. This is one show not to be missed. 20% off all Trunk Show canvas’s and threads if purchased for trunk show piece. View collection here. For the span of the Trunk Show we will…
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Monday History Lesson
Article in the Litchfield News (Oct. 1, 2010) about a class at the Litchfield Historical Society by Missy Stevens on punchneedle embroidery (Oct. 16, 2010): The technique uses yarn or embroidery thread attached to a hollow needle that is “punched” back and forth through a fabric to create a surface of thread loops. It was practiced by the ancient Egyptians…
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