I hook rugs, I knit and I have a life - not always in that order. Hooking rugs in the traditional way is a passion. Knitting is a way of keeping those idle hands busy. In my life, I am a mother, partner, sister,aunt, friend and a happy grammy. I work with volunteers and seniors when I'm not doing those other things. I enjoy being creative - and often reinvent the wheel. Above all, I value things that are not only beautiful but useful.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Rugs
We ran out this morning, through the raindrops, to see a new exhibition at a local gallery. There were about 60 hand-hooked rugs arranged around the gallery. They were all so bright and beautiful and the hookers are very talented. Looking at them made me realize how long it's been since I actually held the hook in my hand. It's just too hard right now to get to it.
When I hook, I need a lot of hours in a row. I can't just pick it up like knitting a sock. It's not particularly social, either. So, I go off into a room for hours at a time with CBC playing classical music to me. But, lately, my time is all accounted for. Or, maybe I'm just too lazy to work it in to my life schedule.
But I miss it and I will get back to it.. And an exhibit like this makes me really want to. Isn't that a cheeky chick?
Where was the exhibit, Stephanie? I would like to see it!
ReplyDeleteI love that chick! I think I understand about time constraints, but if you look, just maybe you'll find some. Just don't look this weekend, because we're about to lose another precious hour.
ReplyDeleteI haven't made it to the exhibit yet, maybe on Sunday.
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