With just 5 days until the start of the 76th Annual League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Fair at Mt. Sunapee, I’ve been embroidering felt hats as fast as I can.
Hand-cut caribou antler button, seed beads and ribbon embroidery on felt.
I love the over-sized caribou antler buttons on this hat (2008 #124)…
I’ll be in Tent 7, Booth 713 for all nine days of the Fair, with as much new work as I can muster!
It’s the most exciting phone call of my year: when the Balsams’ Activities Coordinator, John Kennedy, asks if I am able to return for their Visiting Artist Series this summer.
CCM at Table Rock above the Balsams Grand Resort in Dixville Notch, NH
“Yes! Please!” is my unhesitating reply.
As a Visiting Artist, I have the pleasure of conducting knitting & embroidery demonstrations and workshops with resort guests.
Felt Hat Embroidery Demonstration at the Balsams Grand Resort in Dixville Notch, NH
My first year, I even attempted a felting demonstration, with fascinating results.
The Balsams is a treasure. Luxurious accommodations and to-die-for dining are set in the northern New Hampshire wilds of Dixville Notch (where the first voting in the country happens each election).
Enjoying the bike trails of the Balsams' wilderness in Dixville Notch, New Hampshire
Hiking, mountain biking, swimming, tennis and golf galore can fill up your days, while fantastic food and dancing to Rick Erwin’s Orchestra in the ballroom complete your nights.
If you’re looking for a fabulous getaway this summer, I highly recommend a stay at The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel.
And if you happen to visit between June 29 and July 6, 2009, I will see you there!
Spring Blossoms, my 2009 felt hat donation for NHPTV's Virtual Online Auction.
It’s that time of year again…
Spring has sprung in New Hampshire, so it must be time for NH Public Television’s ever-popular Auction.
Once again, I am delighted that my donated felt hat has been chosen to be part of the Virtual Gallery!
Online preview bids on my Spring Blossoms Hat are being accepted during the early online auction, from now until noon on Tuesday, May 5th.
The highest preview bid will then be posted as the original felt hat is auctioned live on NHPTV, Wednesday, May 6th, from 6:00 p.m. – midnight, during Gallery Night.
This is a great chance to get yourself a one-of-a-kind, art-to-wear felt hat, and support Public Television at the same time, so visit the Virtual Gallery and place your bid today!
Carrie Cahill Mulligan 