On Wed. Sept. 9 @ 6:30pm at the Textile Museum of Canada Sharon McDonald will be giving a talk on hooked rugs. I just got a preview this morning over coffee and she has some amazing knowledge to share. If you are interested in the hooked rugs, design, textiles or Canadian history more generally this talk should not be missed!Here is the event information:
Lecture: Hooked Rugs and the Economy with Sharon MacDonald
Wednesday September 9, 6:30 pm
The history of rug hooking in Canada goes well beyond an account of a domestic craft in which decorative and practical furnishings were produced for personal household use. Citing examples that span diverse communities and geographical regions, Sharon MacDonald will explore the fascinating and significant role that hooked rugs have played in the hidden and not-so-hidden economy over the past century.
Cost:general public: Full-time students Free; Non-members $12
TMC members: Free
Advance tickets may be purchased in person at the TMC’s front desk. Please arrive early, seating is limited.
See ad on the Textile Museum of Canada's Website.
Image from: http://www.netw.com/~rafter4/hooked.htm
