Monthly Archives: December 2010

Joyce Barker-Schwartz Canvas Rugs

Joyce Barker-Schwartz rugs and wall hangings display geometric patterns that were carefully planned, measured, graphed, painted, and ultimately woven out of canvas.  When you consider the craft and the procedure, it’s no surprise how Joyce arrived at the methodical final … Continue reading

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Marina Borker Stained Glass

It’s been a little over a week since my last post, but the delay has yielded a new feature for the blog.  With this post I’m introducing a video interview to supplement the written profile.  I’ll aim to keep the … Continue reading

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Claudia Mills Weaving Studio

One hour per foot.  That’s Claudia Mills’ weaving velocity using one of her two imposing wooden looms that monopolize nearly all of her workshop space.  Americans, in general, are not rug appreciators.  We jump to update our hardwood floors with … Continue reading

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