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Catherine Whall Smith
Art Quilter
Category Archives: Art Quilting
Catherine Whall Smith . . . asks when does your art (or that Thanksgiving Turkey) become “larger than life”
Thursday morning I was up early to drive to Old Saybrook, CT to take the train into New York City for the day. My purpose was to attend the new members induction ceremony of the National Association of Women Artists, … Continue reading
Catherine Whall Smith . . . wonders what will you discover this Columbus Day Week-end
So much to take in this week-end – the list is long but here are two events you might want to check out. First there is the Arts Center Killingworth and Spectrum Gallery 11th Annual Autumn Arts Festival. You will have the … Continue reading
Posted in Art Quilting, Fiber Art, Quiet Corner Artist
Tagged ART CENTER EAST, Spectrum Gallery
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Catherine Whall Smith . . . says “Thank-You” to Mabel Kingsbury Fentress!!
Last night was the opening of the Mystic Art Center’s – 59th Regional Show (August 7th – September 19th). My piece “In the Hay Field/Day” received the Mabel Kingsbury Fentress Award. As usual the event was packed. Attendees also had an … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Art Quilting, Fiber Art
Tagged Fiber Art, Hand stitching, Mystic Art Center
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Catherine Whall Smith enjoyed CT Open House Day 2015
One event done – now time to move onto the next. Participating in CT OPEN HOUSE DAY 2015 helped me to clean-up, organize, and reflect on some of my art. When the work is in progress sometimes each step becomes … Continue reading
Catherine Whall Smith . . . shares a story about the Gurley Tavern or better known as “The Quilt Shop” in Chaplin
When we moved into our home over 40 years ago – our neighbor at the time was a local legend – Ruth Snow Bowen, one of the foremost quilt makers in Connecticut. Her home was known as The Quilt Shop. … Continue reading
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Tagged Connecticut Quilt makers, CT OPEN HOUSE DAY 2015, Gurley Tavern, Ruth Snow Bowen
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Catherine Whall Smith . . . here is one destination for you on June 13th, 2015 for the statewide CT OPEN HOUSE DAY
Our home is located to the south of the Old Store on Chaplin Street, and “was built sometime between 1828, when Isaac Goodell bought an acre and 17 rods from Luther Ripley for $125 and 1835, when Isaac sold the … Continue reading
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Tagged Catherine Whall Smith, CT OPEN HOUSE DAY 2015, Fiber Artist in CT
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Catherine Whall Smith shares . . . A little bit of Chaplin Town & Church history
I hope you will be able to join me on Saturday, June 13th, 2015 – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. to celebrate Connecticut’s Open House Day. Check out my blog post on this event https://catherinewhallsmith.com/blog-2/. The following and some additional … Continue reading
Catherine Whall Smith has a . . . “Save the Date – June 13th” for you
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, June 13th 2015 – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Connecticut Open House Day – June 13, 2015 Smith Stitch Studio 44 Chaplin Street, Chaplin, CT (860) 455-027 http://www.catherinewhallsmith.com Please join me at my home/studio located in … Continue reading
Posted in Art Quilting, Fiber Art, Hand Quilted
Tagged Connecticut Open House Day 2015, Studio Quilts
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Catherine Whall Smith . . . asks the question – Can it really be one week before Christmas?
Peace Be with You ! So ONE WEEK before Christmas 2014 and the “Bathroom Remodel” is almost done – just a few minor things like installing the toilet, sink, and fittings. The whole process has been a learning experience – … Continue reading
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Tagged Carol Eaton Fabrics, Christmas 2014, Studio Quilts
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Catherine Whall Smith wishes you a “Happy Thanksgiving” and wonders again (Fresh or Frozen) will it be enough!
My past Thanksgiving Day posts on the following dates November 22, 2013 November 23, 2010 November 23, 2011 November 21, 2012 all dealt with the size of my art, and the size and number of turkeys that I would prepare for our … Continue reading
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