DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL SATURDAY, JUNE 17
WHAT WILL YOU FIND IN YOUR LINEN CLOSET?
The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest for CMMM’s Canada Day Quilt Walk is this Saturday, June 10. Expressions of Interest will let us know if there’ll be enough submissions to go ahead with the exhibit. The magic number is 20 items and, at this point, we’re a little short. So, tonight, I’m looking through my linen closet, drawers, unpacked boxes in the spare room, and every other nook and cranny in this house. All in the hopes of coming up with a couple of crafted items that would be appropriate for the event.
- Souvenir handkerchiefs from Switzerland and St. Thomas, a silk head scarf from Las Vegas: ages uncertain and almost certainly with stories to tell, if only I knew them. However, being able to share the story, or the cultural history of the submission is an important part of this exhibit. A short description of your item(s) will be expected when they’re dropped off for display.
- Household linens, embroidered and sewn by my paternal grandmother. She had doilies for every conceivable surface, tablecloths for dining tables and card tables, and handcrafted pillowcases for a family of 7. And one flour sack that never received a makeover, which somehow made it all the way to me. Needlecrafts are definitely an art form. Do you have a favourite piece you’ve created or that’s been passed down to you? Would you like to share it with us?
- Blankets from my maternal grandmother. Made during WW II from recycled woolens because military uniforms had priority for new wool. Historical context, cultural context and symbolism: it all makes for an interesting read.
- 4-H project place mat I made in 1973. The only one left of a set of four. Still looking good except for the big, black marks. Important: All ages and all skill levels are invited to participate.
- Child’s summer quilt with butterfly appliques, created by my paternal grandmother. For many years, I used it as a wall hanging. I hope it’ll be hanging in Tomahawk Park on Canada Day along with at least a dozen other items to keep it company.
The CMMM is looking for Expressions of Interest from individuals who would like to participate in the Museum’s Canada Day Quilt Walk. Email cmmmcutknife@gmail.com with your name, contact info, and a brief description of the item(s), whether quilts, embroidery, weavings, etc. The event will only go forward if there will be enough submissions for an exhibit.
UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: SATURDAY, JUNE 17.
Note: Although all efforts will be made to monitor the artwork at all times, and to protect it from damage due to weather or other sources, artwork will be submitted at the owner’s risk.
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~ Debbie M.
Clayton McLain Memorial Museum 