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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-06-08, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8,1994. Weaver attracts attention with shop renovations By Bonnie Gropp local residents was piqued as some extensive facade changes got underway. What attracted the attention was When Bill and Sandra Clark moved into their home on Tumber- ry St., Brussels the interest of the Dream weaver Sandra Clark has a unique hobby. The former owner of The Weavery in London, Sandra weaves yarn into everything from guest towels to sports jackets at a studio in the attic of her Brussels home. Here she works on the loom, while husband Bill watches. B elgrave [Compiled by Helen Stonehouse Phone 887-9487 The news . from Gary Boudah wins at Spring Fish Out the incorporation of an attic win­ dow, proclaiming the transforma­ tion of the home's third storey into a workshop for Sandra. Making space for the tools of her trade is a necessity because, as a weaver, she comes with a lot of 'looming' para­ phernalia. "We fell in love with this house first, then figured out how to make ourselves fit," she says, a task which was completed in just a few months. Sandra's interest in weaving began many years ago after discov­ ering a portable loom at The Weav­ ery in London. Learning to use her new acquisition was done primarily through directional books and workshops. Her love of the process eventually led her to become the owner of The Weavery for a time, and to her present stock of four looms. Her first one, after the portable, was built by Bill. The type of weaving Sandra does is referred to as sectional. Each sec­ tion is one inch in width, which will vary according to the type of yarn used. As with knitting, the appropriate gauge must be found for tension. The trickiest part of the work, she says, is setting up the loom, which can take up to two days to com­ plete. "If you don't do it right, you might as well quit," she says. "You have to have the tension tied even­ ly, otherwise when the crosswise yams go through they’ll be wiggly and wavy." That particular part must be done at one sitting, she says, because a change of mood from one day to the next can change the tension. While the work may sound a lit­ tle intimidating to the novice, San­ dra explains it by rote. Her expertise is evident, as well, Music students enter festival A piano recital for the students of Anne Spivey was held Sunday, June 5 at Knox United Church in Belgrave. Students participating were: Scott Folkard, Kendra Folkard, Nathan Spivey, Brendan Purcell, Lesley Morrison, Lee Morrison, Kerry Hill, Amber Lutz, Dan Hammill, Lorraine Dykstra and Lynda Dykstra. Nine students entered Walkerton through a glimpse of the diverse line of product she creates, from linen napkins, to a tartan sports coat for her husband. Though many weavers follow practical design, patterns, Sandra took a course from a noted Italian weaver, so is also quite adroit at designing her own patterns. Her creative exuberance has in more recent years broadened to include a new hobby, as well. In preparation for a trip to England in •k 1990 to visit a new mother, Sandra decided to make a teddy bear for the baby. She ended up creating two after remembering that the mother collected bears. She enjoyed the job so much that it opened up a new creative endeav­ our for her. The Bearwicks, named for the grandmother, who bought her her first bear as a a child, are made primarily of mohair, though a few are synthetic. Each has its own personality, which Sandra says comes only after she has created the face. "A lot of people who make teddy, bears decide on the wardrobe first. I prefer to see what the bear looks like, then I pick what it's going to wear." Though Sandra does market her items; she has recently begun attending craft shows; she has no intention of turning this into big business these days. Both retired, she and Bill enjoy a busy life, which includes touring Europe on their motorcycles. Next summer Sandra is hoping to attend a teddy bear design workshop in England. "Basically, I just want to make enough money to continue doing what I love, things like my weav­ ing," she says, then adds with a customary smile, "and I like my bears to have a good home." SHARP DEALS ON QUALITY- CLEAN READY-TO-GO USED CARS Great Savings on These Used Cars & Trucks. Some One Owner Low Mileage. 1991 Mercury Topaz, 4 door, air, AM/FM stereo and cassette. 1991 Ford Taurus, 4 door, air, cruise and tilt. 1990 Buick Park Avenue, 4 door, loaded. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis, 4 door, air, cruise, tilt, power windows, AM/FM stereo and cassette. 1987 Olds Delta 88 Royale Brougham, loaded. 1987 GMC Half Ton, V8, automatic. 1987 Dodge 250 Van, 6 cyl., automatic. 1987 Jeep Cherokee Laredo, 4 door, loaded. 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham 1986 Dodge Van 250,6 cyl., automatic. 1986 Plymouth Reliant SE, Station Wagon. 1985 Olds Delta 88 Royale Brougham, loaded. HAMM'S BLYTH PHONE - 523-4342 AN OPEN INVITATION PAUL KLOPP MPP FOR HURON IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE HONOURABLE RUTH GRIER, MINISTER OF HEALTH ' WILL BE HOLDING A RECEPTION TO ANNOUNCE THE HURON-PERTH DISTRICT HEALTH COUNCIL FRIDAY, JUNE 10th, 1994 3:30 -5:30 p.m. SEAFORTH LEGION HALL The second Spring Fish Out at Cook's was busy with good weather and lots of anglers. Young and old enjoyed a day out and left with sun bums, smiles and fish. The grand prize draw was won by Gary Boudah of Clinton. Trophies were won by: Senior Division, Darlene Beirnes of Lucknow, whose catch measured 16 3/4 and runner up, George Marklevitz of Wingham; Junior Division, with the biggest fish of the day, Jared Machan (5-year-old) of Brussels, whose catch was 17 1/4; Runner up, Adam Laskes of Caledon. Family Prize, for most inches per family, by Les Brewer of RR 4, Wingham. A "Little Brother" from Wingham was one of the winners in the draw. His smile was as big as if he won the "649". It's smiles like this that make our efforts in this worthwhile. He came with Dave Shaw of Wingham, his Big Brother. Mr. Shaw said, a total $65 was raised for Big Brothers. He thought what the Cook family was doing and their efforts were "great". Music Festival in April and eight students are trying Royal Conservatory piano exams this week. The Belgrave Music Fun Group Continued on page 16 WESTWAWANOSHMUTUAL { a"! 1879 INSURANCE COMPANY 1994 WINGHAM AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL CORPORATION Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of the Wingham and District Hospital Corporation will be held in the Nursing Assistants' Training Centre, Catherine St., Wingham, Ontario on Thursday, June 16, 1994 at the hour of eight o’clock p.m. for the revision of bylaws: for the election of Governors; for the appointment of Auditors; and for the transaction of such other things as Belgrave Kinsmen Calendar Draw May 29, Ken Carter, Bluevale; May 30, Bob Humphries, London; May 31, Shirley Brooks, Lucknow; June 1, Sonya & Jeff Werner, London; June 2, Fred Meier, Brussels; June 3, Sue Elder & Liz Campbell, Hcnsall; June 4, Erwin Stone, Wroxcter. may properly come before the meeting. 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