"Weavers Words" Vol. 5 Iss. 38 MADE IN AMERICA BY A PROUD AMERICAN!!! Date Sent: January 16, 2002 Back Issues: http://www.angelfire.com/art/weaverswords/ David Collins 408 North Devon Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46219 Phone: (317) 899-5747 davidc@iei.net %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% PLEASE DO YOUR PART AND DONATE TO SOME REAL HEROES!!! New York Firefighters 9-11 Disaster Relief Fund PO Box 65858 Washington D.C. 20035-5858 http://daily.iaff.org/fund.htm New York State Fraternal Order of Police 911 Police Plaza World Trade Centers Fund Hicksville, NY 11801 http://www.nysfop.org/WTCdisaster/Fund.html ALSO, DON'T FORGET TO SUPPORT YOU LOCAL FIRE & POLICE DEPARTMENTS!!! %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% ATTENTION NEW SUBSCRIBERS: 1.) Back issues of Weaver's Words can be found at: http://www.angelfire.com/art/weaverswords/ 2.) If you are new to Weaver's Words, more than likely you will read messages about a basket swap in progress. Basket swaps are organized by other weavers approximately every 2-3 months. So if a swap is in progress when you subscribe, be patient and a new swap will begin before you know it. Every subscriber is eligible for each swap as long as you fulfill you obligation from the previous swap. 3.) You can order a copy of the "Basketry Travel Companion", your guide to basket shops, galleries, exhibits and much more across the United States and world wide, by sending me $15.00 via PayPal (a free service) at: http://www.paypal.com/ (Send Payment To ka9zre@yahoo.com) OR Via money order / check at: David Collins 408 North Devon Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46219 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: WW Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2002 10:32 AM From: Lynda Crowe To: davidc@iei.net Happy New Year to all. David, I hope your holidays were great. I've kind of been disconnected as of late. We put a new hard drive in the computer and so; I've been out of the loop off and on. My hubby loves to improve on everything, therefore the new hard drive. It is nice though, as I was quickly out growing my space. We finally got some snow. Enough that we ventured out on Sunday and built our first snowman of the season. There was only between 2 1/2" and 3", so it was actually a pretty dirty snowman. I see I got back in the loop in time to catch the latest 'scandal' on WW. I only have 1 thing to say. David this is for you: I hope by now you know how much you mean to us here on WW. We would not be this consolidated group, that gains so much wonderful educational information without you. You have united us and we-I appreciate you more than can be expressed. I hope you feel that if you helped even one person with this forum, that it is worth it. You come into our homes and offices and maybe you are the only correspondence that some might receive. You make us smile each time we open our email and see WW there. We hope to find some story that might apply to us, if not maybe we'll find something that simply makes us smile. So, keep on doing what you do, because you truly do make a difference. You may never fully realize how far reaching your newsletter is and what it does for people. You connect people thousands of miles apart who otherwise might never meet. Two final words...Thank you :) Now I'm off my soapbox. For all who live where is it cold and snowy, try and keep warm. For those of you who are where it is warm, well, I wish I were there. Take care and Weave on...Lynda 'The Crowe's Nest Basketry' http://www.angelfire.com/home/thecrowesnest thecrowesnestbasketry@yahoo.com 317-213-3342/317-859-0920 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: New PictureTrail photo albums Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2002 8:07 AM From: To: As I mentioned on my January Wicker Woman's Weavings newsletter, and also on my What's New page of my domain website, PhotoPoint seems to have taken a nose dive and is no longer a viable website. I had over 30 separate albums, and about 600 some individual photos and was a paid member, so it was very disappointing to me when I tried to access my album list on December 12th and found the site not working. There have been a few articles posted on their seeming demise, and if I can locate one or two in my favorite places, I will put it in this post. Just a minute while I check, here you go, it's from CNET.com http://news.cnet.com/news/0-1005-200-8209794.html So since all my hard work since I started with PhotoPoint in 1999, has gone up in smoke, I started up with another album host site called PictureTrail.com So far, I only have five albums and will probably hold it to that so as not to tax the viewer or me. Setting up these albums with all the class samples of antler baskets, footstools, doll rockers and cradles, and my traditional baskets has been a terrific way to advertise the classes I teach across the country to guilds, workshops, folk schools and conventions. When someone is interested and wants to know what I teach, I can refer them to the specific album, and boom, it's a done deal. Please take a look and see what you think. Some of the albums do not yet have their captions, and all the pictures are not yet posted, but I'm nearly there. On each relevant page of my domain site, there are links to the relevant PT album, too. http://www.picturetrail.com/wickerwoman http://www.wickerwoman.com Visit my Wicker Woman site! The Wicker Woman/Cathryn Peters 531 Main Street/PO Box 61 Zumbro Falls, MN, USA 55991-0061 1-(507)-753-2006 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Glue Used On Rib Baskets Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2002 7:23 AM From: To: ; Helen, Typically glue is not used during the creation of a rib basket, about the only time it is really "allowed" and "approved" of is when you make antler baskets. Then we have to glue the ribs into predrilled holes in the antlers, using either super glue, hot glue or wood glue. If you are weaving the rib basket correctly, there will be no need for glue anyway. The tension of the weavers, correct cut and slant to the ends of the ribs, and correct rib placement inside the God's Eye, or whatever other lashing you use, should keep them in place without the dreaded glue. If you must use glue, my choice would be a white Elmer's type glue, because it would be the most inconspicuous when it dries (clear) and easy to remove if need be. http://www.wickerwoman.com Visit my Wicker Woman site! The Wicker Woman/Cathryn Peters 531 Main Street/PO Box 61 Zumbro Falls, MN, USA 55991-0061 1-(507)-753-2006 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Aloha With A Red Face Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2002 12:02 AM From: The Keener Clan To: David Collins Aloha from darn and breezy Honolulu, My last post got jumbled in cyberspace and it should have read "Re: giving credit to the pattern writer on basket tags, I have to agree with Diane and Tony--what is the point?" Sorry--it sounded rude and dopey. Re: taking tools to convention via the airlines-- My oldest daughter, Bridget, attempted to fly in from Maui on Christmas Eve with our gifts in her carry-on. When she passed through the security gate in Maui, her bag went off like crazy. It was opened for inspection and out fell her gifts for me--a beautiful wind chime made from old silverware shaped like fish and octopus--and a picture frame made from old spoons and forks. She was told the forks could be used as weapons (though they were curled and pounded flat and twisted..) and therefore would have to be checked through in baggage. She said "But my luggage has been checked in already and these are for my mom", so they gave her a big hefty bag. She placed the two items inside this whopper of a bag--it was tagged as baggage and taken from her. Yes, it arrived fine and we all got a good laugh out of my "dangerous" picture frame. And regarding the past IBA board---every organization has problems with trash mouthing, gossip, ill feelings, cliques---and a board consisting of basket makers is no different. Good grief, I have those problems with my Girl Scout council! People come and go and a strong organization can withstand stuff like that. Look at all the disagreements Weavers Words has had--and we*re still here. Lois %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Weavers Words: Proud To Be An American Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 23:12:28 -0800 (PST) From: "Ricki Smarte" To: Ka9zre@yahoo.com Barb & Tony Signing off "Proud to be an American" had nothing to do with the recent posts. Just a statement I am proud to proclaim. Sorry you took offense Barb. I hope no one else took offense. I have never had the honor to serve our country in the service, but I personally loss family and friends in the Vietnam & Gulf Wars and strongly feel everyone has the "right to their own opinions". But I also strongly feel that Freedom of Speech shouldn't encourage anyone to be rude, stir needless rumors and/or gossip. Barb you sound like a very nice lady; wish I had met you before we relocated. Tony, even though I have never met you personally, I have enjoyed reading some of your posts over the last few years and I'm a little disappointed in your comments. Both of you, if you care to, should go back and read Remi's first post. First she asked questions, sort of fishing for information. A board member answered her question, tactfully I think. Remi's SECOND post was RUDE and INFLAMATORY, which spurred other board members to post in their defense. I think the President was very detailed in her response and commend all of them for NOT mentioning any names. As several WW subscribers have posted, this appears to be BOARD BUSINESS and since Weaver's Words includes many that are not members, this is NOT the forum in which to discuss this matter. Even if all WW subscribers were members, this still is NOT the place to discuss such matters. Just my opinion. Being a voting member, doesn't entitle me to a blow for blow account of what happened. I trust the board to do what is best for its membership. That's why there is a board. To handle situations that need attention. Sue Smarte Born and raised in Northern Indiana and Proud to be a Hoosier. I'm now living south. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Tools On A Plane Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 21:53:14 -0600 From: "JC Hagelberg" To: ka9zre@yahoo.com Was just reading WW and someone mentioned that they would be forced to read on the plane going to convention and not be able to weave. You can still do your wax linen - you can use fingernail clippers. You just have to remove the little sharp thing that is supposed to help clean under the nails. I have flown three times since 9/11 and never had a problem. I even make sure that they see everything together and if you have any picture of a wax linen basket take it... most airport security people have no clue and it just moves you through faster. The lines are long at the checkpoints, so that is really where you need something to read! One last thing... if you have not flown since 9/11... most of the flights have removed food service/beverages... so take your own... hate to waste your money on airport food... it is normally expensive. I hope this helps and enjoy your conventions in 2002. JC in Iowa... %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 22:25:40 -0500 From: "Brian Rhodus" To: ka9zre@yahoo.com I have to agree with Tony and the others who feel everyone has the right to speak their mind. I will not say that I agree with Dee's point of view but while she's being accused of being rude and hateful, she is getting very hateful responses. So who has the right to be hateful and who doesn't? No one. We are to 'turn the other cheek' and be loving and forgiving. Please, lets get back to the matter at hand, because I for one, am tired of reading all the cheers and jeers, and I'm ready for some good 'ole basket talk. Angie %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Date: Sun, 6 Jan 2002 12:18:00 -0600 From: "elaine bidstrup" To: ka9zre@yahoo.com Dear David And Fellow Weavers, I agreed with much of what Joyce said in the last newsletter about skipping anything that we don't want to/ aren't interested in/ or offended by. Just because it's in our e-mail doesn't mean we need to read it! However, I think it much more interesting to hear about people's lives, both the good things and the bad, than if we just restrict ourselves to weaving. (I just unsubscribed from a site that 'punished' people who wrote anything off-subject. The list coordinator verbally harassed them! No, I don't want to be part of a community like that!) No one, no matter how dedicated a weaver is only a weaver. While I've made many friends through weaving with people in person and like to think of all WW members as friends, whether I've ever 'seen' you or not, we are not one-dimensional. Some of us weave to earn our livings, some of us do it for fun, an income supplement, or stress-reliever. I personally like hearing about others lives. Admittedly there has been more 'controversy' than usual on the site lately. At the risk of bringing up 9/11 once again, when there have been many requests to 'drop the subject and get on with our lives' I'm going to comment on that again. (If you don't want to hear about it - skip this paragraph. I'm a school counselor and I see much of the same kind of bickering, heightened fears, quarrels, etc. even now almost 4 months after the tragedy. It's stress!! Our lives will never be the same, regardless how much we wish for the 'good old days' of 9/10 and earlier. We will get through this, and most of us have resumed our 'normal' activities, but our lives will never be 'normal' again, however much we pretend they are. We are all stressed, most of us are taking seriously the necessity of taking extra precautions, and the very real possibility of further attacks. How do people react to stress? Some of us weave more, sleep or not sleep at all, overeat (or stop eating, how I wish I were like that), exercise to excess, watch more TV, add to our work-a-holism, or sluff off at work, develop physical complaints, etc., etc., etc. In other words our reactions to stress are terribly individual. How we combat stress is equally individual and can be equally successful, but first we must recognize that we are stressed! So, I'm guessing that the recent controversies in WW are stress-related (remember holidays are also stressful). I have heard people say they are donating more to charity - great, but then are doing without those little 'extras' like manicures, haircuts, massages. Don't give up your personal 'special pleasures' - these are usually stress reducers. Enough of a lecture, but we as individuals and a country will continue to be stressed. It's especially hard when you're stressed to be forgiving to others who annoy you, but we need to do this. Our country didn't fall apart and give in to Bin Laden when he first attacked us, don't let the stress we are now feeling undermine our tolerance and care for each other. Elaine in St. Louis GO RAMS! %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Date: Tue, 08 Jan 2002 13:43:36 -0800 Subject: Source4OakSplints From: "Dee" To: weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com I taught my Dad to weave, and now he wants to make a kindling basket just like the one he has worn out. He says the spokes and the weavers are the same size oak splints. I usually use a heavier spoke, and lighter weavers. Do you basket makers have an opinion on all the same, or heavier spokes and lighter weavers? Also, is there anyone who sells oak splints? Regards, DeeM StoneyRidge ProtectMotherEa(r)th %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: [weaverswords] "Weavers Words" V. 5 I. 37 Date: Tue, 8 Jan 2002 19:42:55 EST From: KZANEBSKT@aol.com To: weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com To Helen, The way that I get a rib to fit snug under the Gods eye is to shave the inside curve of the rib back about two inches and taper it to paper thin on the very end leaving enough support in the taper to support the weave. Make sure that your Gods eye is tight and insert a pointed awl on the under side of the eye at the point that the handle and rim meet. Side the rib next to the rim and rib next to the bottom of the handle under the Gods eye and remove the awl and side the center rib under the eye. If you eye is tight and the rib has a good taper it will hold until you are ready to weave. I hope this helps. If you have any questions I will be glad to help if I can. Happy Weaving, Karen Zane www.karensbaskets.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: New Classes Date: Wed, 09 Jan 2002 13:45:56 -0800 From: "Sandy Atkinson" Reply-to: sandy@sandyatkinson.com To: weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com We are proud to have Jill Choate teaching two classes here at Atkinson's on June 21st and June 22nd. On the 21st she will be teaching the side antler basket and on the 22nd Jill will be teaching the figure 8. More info and picture will soon be up on our web site. Look for more teachers and more classes coming soon. Joyce Jones for Atkinson's Country House 2775 Riniel Rd Lennon, Mich. 48449 Customer Service: 810-621-4947 Toll Free Ordering: 1-800-832-3071 Email: sandy@sandyatkinson.com Web Site: sandyatkinson.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Religious Basket Patterns Date: Wed, 09 Jan 2002 18:58:11 -0500 From: "Sharon Seneker" To: "David Collins" Hi! I would like to make some Chrismons to be used on my church Christmas tree next Christmas. If anyone can give me some information on where to find weaving projects for religious symbols or religious basket weaving patterns I would be very grateful. Thanks to all of you who have shared your basket weaving tips through Weavers Words. You are appreciated! Sincerely, Sharon Seneker in East Tennessee %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: For Jill Choate Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2002 11:05 PM From: martyhln@juno.com To: davidc@iei.net This is for Jill Choate, "Cats are smarter than dogs. You can not get eight cats to pull a sled through snow." I saw this and thought of who else Jill. Marty Holihan---Flint, Michigan---martyhln@juno.com or martyhln@onemain.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: John McGuire Basket Class In California Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 15:19:02 -0800 From: "Kathi Klopfenstein" To: "weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com" John McGuire will be teaching two basketry classes in southern California next month (February 2002). If anyone is interested in more information, please send me an email right away and I will send the info to you. Kathi K. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: [weaverswords] "Weavers Words" V. 5 I. 37 Date: Sat, 12 Jan 2002 04:39:46 -0600 To: weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com From: "Roberta Comstock" "Weavers Words" Vol. 5 Iss. 37 Sheri Lewis - Thanks for the information & best wishes for success in your new pursuits! Joanne H. - I really like your use of cable ties to 'lock' your suitcase! Why didn't I think of that? I'll probably try it out on our trip to Hawaii later this month. Watch for a personal email about getting together some time while I'm there. Lois K. - You too! (See above.) Anyone else from WW living on Oahu? Helen Schwartz - Sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner. (I'm up to date e on WW, but won't even mention how many unanswered individual messages are sittin in my in-box.) When I speak of gluing ribs for a basket, I am talking about an antler or driftwood basket where the frame ribs are inserted into drilled holes. I use Elmer's Squeez-N-Caulk (clear); of if I'm not in a hurry, any good white or yellow carpenters wood glue. Some people use hot glue, but I'm not fond of it. I have also recently heard of an instant cure glue that works on wet reed, but don't have the information for that. Someone else will probably post it though. Other ribs are inserted without glue as you weave to where they belong. Keep your weaving tightly packed and insert the new ribs into at least 3 rows (or more) of weaving at each end. Karen Booth - Good luck to you and Lori with your new business. Bonnie Hauser - Thanks for posting the info on the Danish willow book. Good as it sounds, the NBO regional conference in Little Rock this month has a higher budget priority this winter. Maybe one of our wonderful supply dealers will look into carrying her book? (Hint, hint!) Joy Moody - I'll check my books, too (about the double weave baskets). If they are woven in northwest Mexico, I may actually have some. DOH! Mine are pine needles (bias plaited, not coiled) and some type of (possibly) palm leaf. I hope the adoption process smoothes out for you soon and continues that way. I know several people who have successfully adopted children form other countries. Susi Nuss - I just got back from a visit to your new web site. It's even better than where it used to be! Pam from MI - It's good to hear from you again. I still remember how helpful you were when I attended my first convention in Kansas City. Time to weave another basket, take photos, and get some pattern writing done. Weave well, everyone! Bert Lauderdale Independence, MO %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: John C Campbell Folk School Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2002 11:22 PM From: Clare Kiblerb To: 'Weaver's Words' Hello Basket Community, Does anyone out there have experience with any of the basket classes at the John C Campbell Folk School in North Carolina? In particular, can anyone comment on or recommend any of the following classes or instructors?: White Oak Baskets from the Tree, taught by Mark Kolinski Rib Basketry, taught by Barbara Meloy White Oak Rib Basketry, taught by Marianne Paul %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Beads And Patriotism Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2002 10:26 PM From: Mary Hooper To: David Collins Thanks to all who offered suggestions on where to find unvarnished beads. Basketmakers are great folks for sharing information and sources! I don't want to start another ruckus, but I would like to say that if I were the person I used to be, I'd resent Georgia's statement about people being unpatriotic for not falling into the current mania for flag and God. Some of us happen to not be particularly demonstrative about either topic, but that does not make us unpatriotic. Others have their own thoughts on why the terrorists attacked the WTC and the statement of those thoughts has brought out the meanest instincts of some who think dissent is unpatriotic. The meanness is reminiscent of the McCarthy era--a topic more younger Americans should learn about. Personally, I'm sick to death of the disrespect shown our flag--with it and its design components being turned in to wearing apparel, window curtains, clothing, and furniture upholstery--even basket designs and embellishments. I'm also distressed to see it being dragged on the ground, flown in the dark without a light, and flown in the rain. Not to mention flapping from the trunk lid of a car going 80 miles an hour down the highway. All these are forbidden by U.S. Code and by the consciences of people who grew up during and after WW II and who do know what patriotism is about, believe it or not. As for the sudden interest in God, well, that's a whole 'nother topic I ain't gonna discuss in this forum. I'm glad I'm a different person than I used to be. I won't get upset. And I invite others not to. I will, however, ask that WWers not rail against people not inclined to "wear flags on their sleeves" nor brag about how close they are to God. Its supposed to be a free country, and that suggests to me that not everybody has to follow along with the crowd. Georgia, express yourself in any way you please and I'll stand up for your right to do it. But it would be kind -- and in the spirit you would like to see around you -- to allow your employers and everybody else the right to express themselves or not, as they see fit, without your condemnation. Thanks, David, for offering all of us the opportunity to say what's on our minds. You are appreciated and honored for your contributions to the greater good. Sincerely, Mary Hooper %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Weavers Word Sent: Monday, January 14, 2002 12:08 PM From: Jayna Glemby To: David Collins Many thanks to the wonderful weavers who shared their experience/advise regarding carpal tunnel syndrome. I brought the information with me to my recent DR's visit and he was very much in support of the B6 vitamin suggestion. He had his doubts about chiropractic adjustments in the neck and shoulder affecting an area in the wrist. In the meantime I will be getting a brace and trying the vitamins. One thing I will share with you...when the first report came back after testing, it said it was my left hand, and I had complained about the right hand. My DR. learned that it was a typo and it was indeed my right hand that was a problem. He really was upset with the clinic. You have to be an advocate for yourself and have a DR. that backs you up and is willing to listen. I am fortunate too that he is not quick to give a pain pill or suggest surgery. I'm so hoping to get some relief with the brace and vitamins as I have not been able to weave for some time and truly miss it. Jayna in central Massachusetts jayna@meganet.net %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Hooray! Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2002 1:23 PM From: The Keener Clan To: David Collins Good Morning From Sunny Honolulu, What wonderful news we have received! After thinking we are so far away that no one would want to teach a class here (that we could afford), Bert Comstock is coming over! Actually, she is taking a belated honeymoon and has graciously consented to teach a waxed linen class to our guild, so we appreciate it even more. We cannot wait! Now to figure out a way to fit everyone comfortably in my house. We are also working on a "Weekend at Bellows"--renting a house on the water for a weekend and do nothing but weave, eat and drink a little vino. Our guild has finally gotten to the point where we are all comfortable with each other and the nay-sayers have left--our meetings are once again, full of fun and fellowship. Jean Schwartz, a sister weaver and painter, went to Michigan for Christmas and brought back all sorts of treasures from Arnies and the Homestyle Shoppe --wonderful fretwork bases and handles, new wire handles--and all sorts of beautiful things. It was a treat to see those neat things. Hope everyone is well and weaving happily. Lois %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: I'm Back From China Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2002 10:04 AM From: Gretchen Hautzinger To: davidc@iei.net Well I am back from China with another just beautiful daughter. She is wonderful, very very happy, laughs, smiles, runs the house, is in full control of the only English word she knows the woo woo, aka Maggie the Labrador. She came up with WOO WOO herself. The dynamic duo. Haley has curly hair, only girls from the Anhui province have curly hair. She is about 22 lbs of energy, and everything goes into the mouth. Unlike Hannah. She is learning about veggies, she only ate rice and soft noodle soup, and? formula, I don't really think so, so we have some catching up to do on vitamin type things, but the ped assures me they will all correct themselves. The trip was grueling, tiring the Chinese food wasn't as good this trip as the last, I am extremely tired, haven't been able to sleep at all since we got back Friday night at 11:00. My sewing group was at the airport to meet us, boy was that a great feeling, since the only living family I had on the trip with me, so it was wonderful, 10 of them at the airport with balloons and a hat for Hannah, signs, and lots and lots of love. Make me emotional just talking about it. I am so tired, if I could figure out how to sleep just a few hours would help, I guess all things in time. I am very disappointed to see the arguments over the IBA, the Firefighters etc. still going on. They were avid before I left on the 27 and still rage on. Go David, it is your forum, and I would personally like to thank you for this. For everyone else lets get back to basket weaving, sharing, suggestions, help, and advice. I know I won't have much time to weave for awhile, but I love reading about it. and keeping in touch. After traveling abroad, I am even more thankful for the Firefighters, military in airports etc. Traveling with precious cargo (children) make you realize how lucky you are. Travel to China and you are very thankful to be home with my family. IF anyone has any questions about China adoption, please feel free to ask. I will respond, as this is my favorite subject. Peace And Happiness, Gretchen Hautzinger %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Weavers Needed Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 14:49:15 EST From: SharonKlusmann@aol.com To: Weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com Hi David and Fellow Basket Weavers: This is Sharon Klusmann from Cornerstone Baskets. Some of you WW readers from the past couple of years might remember me posting a message about needing weavers to complete a 500-piece basket order. Well, I'm back!! I have already sent a private e-mail to all those who wrote to me last time - now for the big message. It is still in the preliminary stages, but if all goes well, I will be accepting a contract sometime in the next month or two to weave 2-3,000 baskets a month each month for a minimum of one year needing the first shipment to be received by the end of June. I do not have this order FOR SURE yet, but need to put a notice out there to find out if I have anyone interested in having me contact them with details. If you would like to view the basket in question, go to my web site at: www.sharonklusmann.com and click on "Custom Baskets" It is the second one pictured that says 2002 design. It is a Kleenex basket, regular woven base with fillers, start and stop sides with a couple rows of triple twining. EASY, EASY EASY. Please e-mail me privately with all your contact information and I will let you know any and everything you want to know. Thank You, Sharon Klusmann Cornerstone Baskets SharonKlusmann@aol.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Basket Swap Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2002 2:13 AM From: Dianne Walbeck To: 'Weaver's Words' To whoever hosted the last basket swap, I would like to host the next one. Dianne Walbeck www.diswoventreasures.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Red Bird Handles Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 18:15:46 -0600 From: "caurso" To: weaverswords-owner@yahoogroups.com Does anyone know where I can buy Red Bird handles? I've been searching the web and haven't had any luck! Thanks, Anne caurso@chorus.net %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Missouri Convention and Things Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2002 12:05 PM From: SEAlbrecht@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net Hello All! Life is still pretty crazy here in Sedona, AZ with trying to get settled as well as get our work out (my husband is a photographer). We have now space in the Art Mart where many artists have rented space. We also had our work accepted in the Sedona Art Center's 1st quarter show. This is a great community to live but also do something creative. If you have not visited it you ought to try. I was very excited about the basket I completed for this show. It shaped very much like a piece of pottery but it is woven following my Rainbow Basket with rainbow colored spokes and the weavers are natural. I wanted to update you on the Missouri Basketweavers Convention to be held on June 7, 8, 9, 2002 at the Millennium Hotel (formerly Regal Riverfront). The theme is "Woven Together-Heritage...Community...Artistry". The catalog is about to go to print and along with registration materials will be going in the mail very soon. We are excited about the caliber of teaching we are going to be able to offer and the number. We have 100 classes of varying levels. There should be something for everyone. We continue to receive inquiries about the convention and our membership continues to increase. If you are interested in attending you MUST be a member of the Guild. If you would like information or like to join just e-mail Jan Coonce at opjan@msn.com and she can e-mail you an application. It is only $20 for the year. A letter went to shop owners regarding sponsoring various areas such as: Exhibit Room, Pattern Room, Raffle Room and Door Prizes. We have already heard from some of you. It is a great way to advertise your company along with supporting a very worthwhile endeavor. If you are interested please contact me at SEAlbrecht@aol.com or write me at: 65 Rim Trail Drive, Sedona, AZ 86351, 928-284-1375. I am scheduled to teach classes at the Sedona Art Center April 4-Indian Storage Basket, April 11-Diamond Twill Bow and April 18th-Footed Spiral Twill. If any of you live within driving distance of Sedona and would like to take a class I would love to have you. The catalog is available on their website at www.sedonaartscenter.org. I hope to organize a few other classes on my own between February and March. I am looking for some interesting walking sticks that I can use to weave a small basket on. Does anyone have any sources? I received one from a weaver at a basket exchange at a Missouri convention but I can't find the name or address of this person (it had been in the basket but the movers somehow lost it) to find out where she got her stick. I know she was from Arkansas but that still doesn't help me. Help! Well, that is all for now. From Sunny Arizona, Shirley Eichten Albrecht Chairperson 2002 Missouri Basketweavers Convention 65 Rim Trail Drive Sedona, AZ 86351-7307 928-284-1375 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% That's All For Now Folks. To Post A Message Use: davidc@iei.net or ka9zre@yahoo.com To Subscribe Use: weaverswords-subscribe@yahoogroups.com To Unsubscribe Use: weaverswords-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com