Wearable Art Connection event Feb. 20 in Torrance

THE WEARABLE ART CONNECTION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
www.wearableartconnection.org
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Presents
"THREAD ARTISTRY – TURNING PICTURES INTO THREAD PAINTINGS"
WITH LINDA MERRIFIELD
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2010
WAC all day program meetings are quarterly: free to members, $10 non-members.The meetings are on the 3rd Saturday of February, May, August and November.
See the website for complete program info: www.wearableartconnection.org

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THIS MONTH: SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2010VENDOR MARKET 9:00-10:00 a.m.BUSINESS & REPORTS 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.SPEAKER PRESENTATION 10:30 – NoonLUNCH BREAK 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.AFTERNOON PROGRAM 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION: First Lutheran Church, Faith Hall, 2900 W. Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503-6005, Phone: 310-320-9920

Directions Southbound on the 405 Fwy.: Exit at Crenshaw Blvd. From the off ramp, turn right onto Crenshaw Blvd. and travel south to Carson St. Turn right onto Carson St. The Church is on the left side of the street on the corner of Flower Ave. and Carson St.

Northbound on the 405 Fwy.: Exit at Crenshaw Blvd. From the off ramp, turn left, go to the next light and turn left onto Crenshaw Blvd. and travel south to Carson St. Turn right onto Carson St. The Church is on the left side of the street on the corner of Flower Ave. and Carson
Southbound on the 110 Fwy.: Exit at Carson St., turn right onto Carson St, continue to the corner of Flower Ave. and Carson St.

MORNING PROGRAM – 10:30 - NOON: LINDA MERRIFIELD "THREAD ARTISTRY – TURNING PICTURES INTO THREAD PAINTINGS"
Linda is a WAC member who has been passionate about free-motion embroidery for the past 32 years! She received her first instruction in this technique in 1977 after seeing it demonstrated at a sewing show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. She was immediately hooked. She had been a garment sewer for many years yet loved the uniqueness this gave to her one-of-kind garments. Linda won Best Jacket/Vest category and Honorable Mention for two other garments at the Road to California Quilt show in 2007.

AFTERNOON PROGRAM – 1:00 P.M.: PHIL CHRUNSIDE –"FABRIC COLLECTIONS OF SOUTH EAST ASIA" –

THIS MONTH’S WORKSHOP: FEBRUARY 21 & 22
LINDA MERRIFIELD
"THREAD ARTISTRY - TURNING PICTURES INTO THREAD PAINTINGS"
WORKSHOP
Learn how to turn pictures into thread paintings on ANY sewing machine using 40wt machine embroidery thread. "Thread paintings" (also known as free-motion embroideries) may then be applied to wearable art clothing you’ve made or garments you have purchased, pillows, quilt blocks etc.

I was introduced to this technique more than 32 years ago and have enhanced it to a style of my own which I am happy to share with you. Once you learn to move the wooden hoop the possibilities are endless. Guaranteed to expand your sewing expertise!

You will have your choice of 3 different pictures; a pair of Zebras, or a Bent Neck Giraffe for beginners and I will also offer a 20" tall standing Geisha for the advanced students who already have precise hoop control. There’s no stress, just 2 days of fun!!!

LOCATION: Bags & Bobbins, 855 W. Foothills Blvd., Claremont, CA. COST: $60per day for members, $70 per day for non-members

Workshop Contact: Leslie Strollo: leeandleslie@verizon.net

*****See WAC website for description and supply list - www.wearableartconnection.org


1. COMING EVENTS: 2010
Speaker List:
May – Doshi – "My Background & Work in Shibori & Wearable Art" Afternoon – Diane Rick’s Student Fashion Show
Aug. – Sherril Khan
2. WAC ANNUAL CHALLENGE –"Hardwear" This is your opportunity to use metal in your garment, accessory or outfit. The metal must be something other than buttons or a zipper.
3. WAC-NEWS SUBMISSION GUIDELINES -
WAC has a 24 page newsletter that is published quarterly: February, May, August & November.Email deadline is the 14th of the month before publication.WAC NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Annie Murray - anniegaymurray@adelphia.netCheck the WAC website for exhibitions, contest, events, ect. www.wearableartconnection.org
We are happy to list your events in our calendar. Please indicate WAC NEWS as the subject heading and indicate the topic area: Book/Magazine Reviews, Calendar, Workshops, Exhibitions, Shows, Tours, Opportunities, Competitions, ect.
4. ABOUT WAC
WAC PROGRAMS ARE QUARTERLY:
3rd SATURDAY IN FEBRUARY, MAY, AUGUST, NOVEMBER
Locations vary with each meeting. Meeting Cost: non-members - $10, free to members.
Membership - $40 annually, $20 newsletter only
Contact Membership Chair: Diane Ricks: bobbydi@charter.net