TCR 2011 01 JF.indd - The Country Register of Georgia

JAN/FEB 2011 Now in our eighteenth year of helping you discover and enjoy Georgia’s best! Complimentary
It’s All About Me!!!!!
Indulge Yourself
A Country Day Trip for Women .....
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THE COUNTRY REGISTER of Georgia
JAN / FEB 2011
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Letter from the Publisher
This issue is full of ‘All About Me’ and Girlfriend Stuff. It was ironic that as I planned the layout, I kept getting
emails with the same theme so it just all came together. Winter is a great time to focus on ourselves and what
makes us happy – and spending time with girlfriends always sits high on that list for me.
As women, we spend so much of our time taking care of others in our lives that we need to take time for
ourselves and celebrate our friends, good times, memories, and accomplishments.
The Country Register of Georgia
I was recently extremely honored to have the 2011 International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA)
Commemorative
Design Scholarship named for me. I started the scholarship many years ago in honor of one of
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my mentors in the design industry and am so happy with the way it has evolved and been funded. This was an
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honor that I did not expect and it really gives me a ‘feel good’ boost to be so honored by my peers.
What are your accomplishments and honors? Who are your girlfriends? What are your most special memories?
P.O. Box 389
When
and where were the good times? Make a list of them. It will make you feel good.
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Atlanta
Lexington
Scott Antique Market, p. 10
Country Stitches, p. 15
‘It’s All About Me’ Getaway
Weekend Events, p. 8-9
Hummingbird House B&B, p. 4
Lexington Antique Mall, p. 6
Main Street Treasures, p. 6
Bowman
Tifton
Shops of Bowman p. 10
American Legacy Quilt Show, p 15
Chamblee
Watkinsville
Mad Stitchers, p. 16
Clayton
“Hot Threads, Cool Quilts” Quilt
Show, p. 14
Honey Bear Cabin, p.4
Woodstock
Conyers
Cherry Blossom Festival, p.9
House and Garden Boutique,
p. 11
Covington
Other Delights
Antiques and Stuff, p. 10
Christy Parker Photography, p. 7
Blairsville
Fabric Center & Quilt Shop, p.15
Blue Ridge
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CONTENTS:
Directory of Advertisers, page 3
Calendar of Events, page 4
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Pg. 9
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Pg.7- 9
Pg. 13
Pg. 14 -15
Advertiser List
Calendars of Events
Art Happenings
Girlfriend Wisdom
Kids Stuff
Festivals and Events
Tea Time
Quilting and Needlework
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Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Jan 7-9
Scott Antique Market, p. 10
Jan 14-15 Lakewood 400 Antiques Show and Sale, 1321 Atlanta Hwy. Cumming
www.lakewoodantiques.com
Jan 30
Georgia Bridal Show, Athens, Classic Center, 770-736-1979, www.
eliteevents.com
Jan. 21
A Night at the Opera w/ Atlanta Opera @ 7:30 pm, The Plaza Arts
Theater, Eatonton, www.theplazaartscenter.com
Jan 28-30 “It’s All About Me” A Country Day Trip for Women, Lexington,
pgs. 6-8
Feb 4 -5 Reynolds Chorus 10th Anniversary Show @ 7:30 pm both nights,
Eatonton, www.theplazaartscenter.com
Feb 2
Groundhog Day Celebration at Bear Hollow, Athens Memorial Park/
Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail, 706-613-3616, www.accleisureservices.
com
Feb 4 -5 Short Film Festival, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300
Feb 11-13 Scott Antique Market, p. 10
Feb. 12
Fasching – Alpine Village of Helen, Mardi Gras - German style.
Helendorf Riverfront Inn 706-878-1908.
Feb 18-20 Lakewood 400 Antiques Show and Sale, 1321 Atlanta Hwy.
Cumming www.lakewoodantiques.com
Feb 19-20 Bob Prim & The Propers Variety Show, Sautee Nacoochee Center,
706-878-3300
Feb 20
Taste of Athens, The Classic Center, 706-357-4444, www.
tasteofathens.com
Feb 25-27 Thomasville Antiques Show & Sale, Fairgrounds, 2057 GA Hwy 122.
229-225-9354, www.thomasvilleantiquesshow.com
Feb 26-27 Athens Home and Garden Show, The Classic Center, 706-357-4444,
www.onlineathens.com/homeshow
Feb. 8
“All Shook Up”, a musical presented by OPAS @ 7:00 pm. The Plaza
Arts Theater, Eatonton, www.theplazaartscenter.com
Mar 4-6
“Hot Threads and Cool Quilts” Cotton Patch Quilters Show,
Watkinsville, pg. 14
Mar 11-13 Scott Antique Market, p. 10
Mar. 12-13 Murder in Margaritaland, murder mystery presented by the EatontonPutnam Chamber of Commerce, The Plaza Arts Theater, Eatonton,
www.theplazaartscenter.com
Mar 26-27 Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, pg. 9
Apr 8-10 American Legacy Quilt Show, Tifton, pg. 15
JAN / FEB 2011
Getaways
Art Happenings in Georgia
Jan 22 - 23
Shades of White - A Gallery Show Georgia Piedmont Arts Center,
Auburn, GA (404-202-3044) www.GeorgiaPiedmontArtsCenter.
com
Jan 28-30
“It’s All About Me” A Country Day Trip for Women,
Lexington, pgs. 6-8, Artists Show and Events, pg 6-8
Jan 29–Feb 5 Re-opening events at the GA Museum of Art, Athens, www.uga.
edu/gamuseum/calendar
Feb. 2
Artists Reception for “Mountain High” Gallery Exhibit, 5PM –
7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933.
Feb 3–Mar 27 Gallery Exhibit “Mountain High”, Helen Arts & Heritage Center,
706-878-3933
Feb. 19-20
36th Annual Fireside Arts & Crafts Show, Unicoi State Park, 800573-9659 x 305.
Feb19 - 20 - Radically Red - A Gallery Show Georgia Piedmont Arts Center,
Auburn, GA (404-202-3044)
www.GeorgiaPiedmontArtsCenter.com
Mar 19 - 20 Envy Green - A Gallery Show Georgia Piedmont Arts Center,
Auburn, GA (404-202-3044)
www.GeorgiaPiedmontArtsCenter.com
Apr 9
Spring Phling - A Tent Show on the Lawn featuring fine art and
fine crafts Georgia Piedmont Arts Center, Auburn, GA (404-2023044) www.GeorgiaPiedmontArtsCenter.com
Ongoing Art Activities
First Friday Art Walk, 6 to 9, Marietta Square, www.artwalkmarietta.com
Thomasville,
shopping,
dining,
deals,
treats,
and
1st Fridays
entertainment.229-227-7020, www.thomasvillega.com
Thomasville Cultural Center, 229-226-0588. For event dates and info: www.
thomasvilleculturalcenter.com.
Southern Artists Cooperative, Bainbridge southernartistscoop@bravehost.com.
Celtic
Wood Carving
Walking Staffs Canes
Plaques Frames
http://celticwoodcarving.com
James N. Anderson
404-432-8928
“The Honey Bear Cabin”
Escape to the beautiful North Georgia Mountains for a week
or weekend. Enjoy a stay at Honey Bear Cabin, a cozy A-Frame
conveniently located just three miles south of Clayton, about 2
miles off Hwy. 441.
The cabin is open year round at $95.00 per night (two night
minimum) with reduced weekly rates from Friday to Friday. It sleeps
3 doubles - 1 bed down in the master bed room and 1 bed in the loft
bed room and 1 pull out sofa in the great room.
The Honey Bear is just 120 miles from Atlanta, 25 miles from
Helen, 30 miles from Highlands and 65 miles from Cherokee.
Inquiries about reservations should be directed to 770-972-3328.
HUMMINGBIRD
HOUSE
BED & BREAKFAST
In Historic Lexington, Georgia
Between Athens & Washington
Direct Cell line (706) 340-1049
www.bedandbreakfast.com
We specialize in Girls Get-a-ways and Scrapbook & Quilting Retreats
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This ‘n’ That
Kid Stuff
Fun Stuff to make with the kids
Paper Mache
x Mix equal parts of dry laundry starch and very cold water. Mix thoroughly.
Let stand until thick.
x Tear newspaper into very small pieces. Dip paper pieces into starch mixture.
x Use a balloon as a shape mold. Or a milk carton for a building. Or an old
paper towel roll........just use your imagination.
x Let your creation dry for 2 or 3 days (depends on your climate).
x Paint with acrylic paint. Place on a shelf in your room.
Dryer Lint Clay
1 ½ cup lint from dryer
½ cup regular flour
Old newspaper
1 cup water
2 drops wintergreen mint flavoring
Paint
Place the lint in a saucepan and cover it with the water. When the lint is saturated,
add the flour and stir until it is smooth. Add the drops of wintergreen oil flavoring.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it forms peaks and holds together. Pour
it onto newspaper to cool. Shape and model figures, or cover a form with it, such
as a balloon. Allow to dry for 3 to 5 days, then paint and decorate as required.
Christy Parker Photography
Every moment we share with our children is
precious. Time passes and before you know it your
sweet new baby is crawling, playing their first t-ball
game or dancing in their first recital. It is my goal
to capture your child’s personality, their soul, so
time will stand still, if only in a photograph.
To see examples of my work, please visit my web
site at:
www.christyparkerphotography.com
Christy Parker specializes in photographing babies, children, teens and families.
She does many special, natural, candid shots as well as posed shots. She says,
“Sometimes the photos I take in between the “posed” shots capture the subject’s
true personality. My goal is to freeze in time their true smile and take the pressure
off them to perform”.
She can take photographs in her studio, in outdoor settings, or in your home,
and can produce them in color, black and white, or sepia. Specialty collages, birth
announcements, holiday or occasion cards, and other items as well as classic
prints or gallery mounted portraits are available. She is located in the metro
Atlanta area and can be reached by email at info@christyparkerphotography.
com. More information and examples of her work are available at: www.
christyparkerphotography.com.
She also has a collection of black and white prints available of Atlanta
landmarks like the Fox Theater and the original Varsity. Contact her
for sizes and sites available. They commemorate personal memories or
make wonderful gifts
Valentines Day, Easter and Mothers Day will be here before you know it. A
family portrait or unique shots of your children are the most personal gifts you
can give and always so loved and appreciated by loved ones. Make plans now
and schedule a sitting for family photos.
CYBER TALK
By Ray Speckman
The newest flood of products by Apple to us mere minions is mind-boggling.
All of these new playthings tease us; providing devices that can be used
unchangeably for fun and for business. While so many of us broke in and got
started with Windows-based, Microsoft programs on IBM or compatible personal
computers, Apple is now threatening our comfort level. At the same time teens
and pre-teens are being introduced to the Apple-way of enjoying the unfathomable
depth of cyber-space and the internet.
When most of the adult (age 30 and up) were struggling with things like DOS,
black screens, errors, and absolute horrors of our first suitcase size computers, the
Apple was viewed as a cumbersome, much less acceptable alternative.
Things began to change and somehow I did not get the message that Apple stormed
into the cyber field. It came as a surprise to me when my first grandchild, raised
on the Microsoft computer, announced that at her college the preferred computer
was Apple. YeGads, I thought, “who is making the decisions at that college?”
Surprisingly she loved the Apple whose programs interchanged seamlessly with
Bill Gates’ products at Microsoft. She also talked about less computer lockups,
faster loading and generally fell in love with Apple.
Three short years later, and three years ago in 2007, my grandson began his
college career, switching from Gates to founder Steve Jobs’ Apple computer. My
grandson was even more enthusiastic about the Apple product.
The lights didn’t really come on until I visited a rather up-scale restaurant and a
30-something couple were there. Sitting across from one another they were busily
pushing on the faces of their cell-phones, pausing and then punching again. Of
course I had a cell-phone by then but I used it for what I thought it was, a phone.
I asked a server what those people were doing. “They are texting,” he replied. I
had heard the term but didn’t know it was a vehicle for sending sweet nothings
across a white table cloth table ornamented with the finest crystal and sterling silver.
Of course as I became more intrigued I discovered that the little contraption I
carried in my pocket could be used for phone calls, but aghast, sending messages
in text.
There were more phones and companies bombarding the airways with
advertisements than just Apple of course and what now is their preferred cellphone carrier, AT&T.
It is Apple that now is the unquestioned leader of the cyber pack.
With the Apple of today I am discovering a whole new world that is confusing,
fun and exciting. It is the same world that people under 30 have grown up with
and is the ordinary. To me it is a personal WOW.
With the Apple I can do syncing (as they have dubbed it), linking together my
Window’s based PC with addresses, files and business data, pull it into my iPhone
(from Apple), my iPad (from Apple) and see it wherever I am.
With a new gizmo from DishTV, I can watch television on my iPhone or my
iPad when I am not at home, my favorite programs following me anywhere or I
can use the same app (an application short name for functions some of which are
free from Apple), to tell my TV at home to record my favorite television episode.
Likewise using another Apple app I can rent a movie that was originally meant
to be viewed on my iPhone or iPad and sync that into my TV at home and watch
on the larger screen.
While I marvel at being able to talk face to face on my phone, my grandchildren
view that as commonplace as do they at being able to push a button on their iPhone,
have the phone find where they are, take a photo and publish it to places like web
sites or personal Facebook pages immediately. All this can be done riding down
the highway with another thing called Garmin telling me (and goodness knows
who else) where I am and where I am going.
Is Big Brother watching?
Dick Tracy and his wrist watch have become a reality.
Ray Speckman can be found watching a ballgame on his iPad at Emme’s Attic, a gift,
collectibles, antique and wine shop in Versailles at the gateway to Missouri’s Lake of the
Ozarks or at rayspeckman@emmesannex.com
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Lexington
Lexington
Located just 90 minuets from both of Georgia's largest cities, Atlanta and Augusta,
Lexington is a great place for a day trip or a weekend getaway spot. There are
several antique and ‘junque’ shops in the downtown area, Main Street Treasures,
Lexington Antiques, Sisters Two Antiques, and Century House Antiques, and
a couple of others nearby. You never know what treasure you might find tucked
away in one of these interesting shops. Most are open on Fridays, Saturdays, and
some on Thursdays and Sundays.
Anchoring the historic district is Hummingbird House Bed and Breakfast
(www.bedandbreakfast.com), one of three stately Greek Revival houses located on
beautiful Church Street. Hummingbird House and Lexington will be the site of
the Girlfriends Country Day Trip (pages 7 & 8) the last weekend in January and
the shops downtown will be open that weekend for your shopping pleasure also.
As part of the Country Day Trip weekend, the Lexington Downtown Development
Authority will sponsor a Tour of Homes and Buildings in the National Register
Historic District that makes up the majority of the city. Tickets will be $15.00 and
will benefit the DDA. To pre-order, call Linda at 706-340-1049 or email tcrga@
windstream.net.
At Oglethorpe Fresh, across from the courthouse, the vendors will be on hand to
demonstrate and talk to you about their crafts and specialties. This is a very unique
shop which showcases local artists, craftsmen, and growers and holds regularly
scheduled special events and classes. For your dining pleasure, Mama D’s Bakery
will be open with their delicious lunch items and baked goods available for your
enjoyment. The world famous, Paul’s BBQ has been serving Saturday lunch for
three generations and is located in downtown also. Just a couple of miles away, in
Crawford, Alon’s Eatery serves wonderful gourmet lunches and a fabulous Sunday
Brunch. Plan your trip accordingly. Something for everyone!
Lexington Antique Mall
In Historic Downtown Lexington
For some, time stands still. Traditional quality and good taste go hand in
hand with reasonable prices- which is just part of the allure you’ll find
here at Lexington Antique Mall.
Crabbing Days of an Islander
by Betty Cory
Book Review by Linda Parish
Betty has written extensively about her life and travels in Europe for the last
five years and was encouraged by her readers to put "pen to paper" and write a
book. She went back to her "hometown roots" and after a year of research and
revisions, has published her first book entitled, "Crabbing Days of an Islander".
Drawing on her own background of a life growing up on a small barrier island
off the coast of Georgia, Betty writes heartwarming tales about her experiences
and lessons learned which endear her to her readers.
On Betty’s web site, reader Don Giles wrote...."I loved reading Betty’s wonderful
description of life while growing up in the 1950’s on Saint Simon’s Island. Betty
has captured a colorful portrayal of the almost carefree zest for life that I remember
we had as children in those days".....
Betty's book will lure you to St. Simons Island for your next "family vacation",
where you and your family can sample freshly steamed oysters at a fall oyster roast,
and take home fresh shrimp caught daily right off the shrimp boats. Kids will learn
how to crab, cast for shrimp and most of all, enjoy their time at the beach or pier.
Reading this book will be a great way for you to escape to another time and
place – which is the best part of reading any book. I spent many lazy summer days
on St. Simons Island in the 50’s and 60’s and have really wonderful memories of
that time in my life. This book brings them all back.
For more info, visit www.bettycory.com
Betty will be signing her books at the “It’s All About Me” weekend in
Lexington January 28-30 and her home will be one of the houses on the Tour of
Homes that same weekend.
See pages 7 - 9 for information about a
Girlfriends Country Day Trip to Lexington
Main Street Treasures
202 West Main Street
Lexington, GA 30648
Treasures From The Past
We’re located just 15 miles east of Athens, on Hwy 78 across from
the Oglethorpe County Courthouse.
Home decor, Fabrics, Wall decor,
Kitchen items, Clothing, Accessories,
Books, China, Glassware, and much
more
Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday
102 E. Main St.
Lexington, GA 30648
Contact: 706-347-1052
770-377-3371
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The “All About Me” Artists
Carole Collins Chalmers
Creating FINE ART PORTRAITURE with traditional techniques.
Chalmers is an award-winning artist
whose notable commissions can be found
throughout the United States. Her expertise
and skill is of the highest quality. She prides
herself on producing original works of
art using traditional techniques to capture
a moment in time that will become an
heirloom for future generations.
Carole says, “My passion for painting
began in 1961 during a visit to the studio
of Robert Brackman. I was blessed to spend time with one of the great painters and
teachers of our time at such a young age.”
I am honored to have people come to me for a visual description of the person who
is the light of their life or the dearest in their heart. We talk, they describe their child,
wife, husband, friend or pet and, then if I can, I spend time with the subject. I do many
sketches to uncover the personality, spirit, heart, mind and essence of the one my client
adores. It is a gift to use my passion and talents to bring joy and love to others. I want
my paintings to speak life, character and spirit to all who view them. Contact Carole
at: carole.chalmers@charter.net.
Ruth Jones, Watercolorist
I come from a long line of artistic people,
my great grandfather made violins; my
grandfather painted, in fact he sold his oil
paintings to earn enough money for flying
lessons; my father was a wood carver; and
now my grand children are painting the
things my father carved.
I started painting in 1978, with only high
school art class, I was visiting a friend’s
father who was a very good artist, he asked
if I would like to paint a picture, of course, I said yes, but I’d never painted before. He
proceeded to “set me up” with oil paints and canvas. I chose a picture of a Greek sunset
and off I went.....I was hooked. I used oils for a while, then thought it would be fun to
try painting on windows...I was right, it WAS fun! The windows gave me inspiration
for the name of my “company” because I painted scenes that one would see out their
own window, with my personal flair added.... “I SEE” was born.
Several years later I was taking care of my sister after surgery and had nothing to do,
so off to the art supply store I went - they happened to have a complete watercolor set
on sale and I thought THAT would be fun - not knowing the first thing about watercolor
(other than you need water and color), I sat at her kitchen table and began to play
around. Again, I was captured.
I LOVE color - I have a “heavy hand” when it comes to color...not too many pastels
for me!
It has been said that my watercolors have the depth of an oil painting. I like to paint
just about anything really, land & sea; rocks & hills; flowers & skies; trees & kids &
animals......my grand kids room at my house is decorated with my “crazy animal”
paintings. Wildly colorful and imaginative!!!
Contact Ruth at: isee_raj@hotmail.com
Diane Davies is a group 12 Kellogg
National Fellow and the founder of the
4-H Environmental Education Program
for the University of Georgia, College of
Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
During her fellowship she studied pottery in
Asheville, North Carolina as a component
of her learning plan that took her all over
the world on her Kellogg travels.
Currently, she is a member of the
Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation and the Madison Artists Guild. Her commissioned
pieces have been presented to heads of State and dignitaries throughout the world.
She throws functional pottery designed to be used in everyday life. Diane says “My
entire career has been devoted to teaching children about the earth, now it is only fitting that I work with my hands to create functional pottery pieces from that earth… It
truly completes the circle of my life. It is an honor for me to make pottery for you to
enjoy!” Diane’s web site is: www.maidofclaypottery.com
Laurel Genteman
I was educated in Germany, England, United States and Spain. My college major was
art and later I attended a theological school of ministry. I am married with 3 children,
one son-law, 2 daughters-in-law, and 3 beautiful grandchildren. In the 1980's I worked
as a professional artist and sold my work nationally. In 1995 I laid down my art brush
and went to work as a senior pastor of a church and also served as a spiritual director
for various organizations.
I decided not to let my gift die in me and also I wanted to leave a heritage for my
grandchildren. So, combining my gift and calling, I headed in a new direction on my
journey of life, and started a company called the "Painted Voice".
Laurels web site is: http://laurelgentemanart.com
Ellen Cowne, Madison County Artist of Jewelry Design
I love jewelry. From the time of childhood I loved stones, whether it be river rock
or semi-precious stones. I have always
loved a spirit of the mischievous and anything different. As a child, I braided grass
around rocks and wore it as a necklace. As
a teenager in the sixties, I created jewelry
in the form of macramé with rocks webbed
into the twine. It was during this time that
I developed a love for the non-linear. Anything looking different and anything to do
with the out of the ordinary was intriguing
to me.
For the last several years, I’ve concentrated on jewelry design using primarily
silver and copper as the base medium and
enhancing these metals with the stones I’ve
always loved. I use lapis, amethyst, coral,
onyx, turquoise and other semi-precious stones. The form of most of my pieces is
non-linear with a tone of the mischievous. My inspiration comes from nature and the
uninhibited spirit of my grandchildren. The silver is either satin or polished sterling,
and the copper has been sprayed to prevent tarnish. I want my designs to reflect a
vibrant personality and to bring beauty and a sense of fun to the wearer.
Ladies with panache like to wear my jewelry because they know they have something
stylish and unique on. It sets them apart as a person with a flair for the dramatic and
speaks for itself as identifying the wearer as elegant and chic. They also like it because
it is affordable which is often not the case with artist’s work.
Contact Ellen at: ecowne@charter.net
Sally Ross Fine Art Photography to
Soothe Your Soul
Sally Ross retired from the University
of Georgia Department of Language and
Literacy, after many wonderful years of
working with Georgia English teachers. Her
husband, Rex, and she now thrive on travel,
hiking, golf, and photography.
Sally says, “I have always been
a photographer, but creating fine art
photography has now become a passion,
a profession, and a path to learning and
personal expression. My work is often
described as painterly, an effect I strive
to achieve through my eye as an artist, my
sense of composition, and my knowledge
and use of the camera as a creative tool. I have come to understand that the central
theme of my work—and my life—is to live and to create art that “soothes one’s soul.”
“Most of my art occurs when I am walking outdoors. When I travel, I am overwhelmed
by the beauty and wonder of everything: views, people, animals, grand sights, and tiny
details. It is harder to recognize beauty in the commonplace of my daily routine at
home in Watkinsville, GA, but with my camera, I have come to see differently in local
settings as well. When something catches my eye, I find deep pleasure in exploring the
image over and over, altering settings, positions, lens, and conceptual perspectives. With
a click, I can record and forever savor the moment: the feelings, colors, textures, and
shapes that somehow combine to bring peace. As a result, I appreciate this world--and
my life--even more.” www.sallyrossphoto.com.
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The “All About Me” Events
‘It’s All About Me’ special offerings:
It’s All About Me!!!!!
Indulge Yourself
A Country Day Trip for Women ………
It’s a Girl Friends Getaway at the end of January – just when we need to banish the winter blahs and re-charge our batteries after the stress of the holidays.
Grab your girlfriends and plan to visit historic Lexington for a relaxing time
with all kinds of interesting and fun activities.
Carole Chalmers will be offering up to a 50% discount on portrait commissions
contracted that weekend. She will be doing charcoal sketches, from life or
photograph, ($50 each) on site throughout the weekend. Here is an example of
her portraiture and the type of sketch she will be offering at the event. .” Email
Carol for a sitting appointment - carole.chalmers@gmail.com
Friday January 28 from 4 to 7
Happy Hour Meet the Artists Reception
(Bring Your Sweetheart and Choose a Special Valentine Gift)
Saturday January 29 from 11 to 5
Sunday January 30 from 1 to 5
Artists demonstrations and after inventory sale.
Masseuse on site for mini massages at discounted pricing.
Self-guided walking tour of the historic district.
Shopping in the antique shops on the historic square.
Special Book Signings
Bring your Bunco/bridge buddies and your gaming supplies and set up at
one of the available card tables for fun and fellowship.
Tour of Homes in the Lexington Historic District Sunday from 2 to 5.
sponsored by Lexington Downtown Development Authority
Call 706-340-1049 to reserve your tickets ($15.00 each)
Artists Show and Activity Headquarters:
Hummingbird House B&B
706-340-1049
120 West Church Street
Lexington, GA 30648
Check Facebook: It’s All About Me Getaway Weekend for
changes and additions
Black onyx, coral, lapis, turquoise, and
amethyst – these words evoke feelings
of nature, color, and serenity which
what you see in the work of Ellen
Cowne who will offer a selection of
Ruth Jones, will be offering a selection of both framed and matted watercolor
paintings in various sizes and styles at discounted prices during the ‘All About
Me’ weekend.
her original jewelry at special pricing
during the ‘All about Me’ event –
indulge yourself.
Laurel Genteman will be demonstrating her craft by on-site painting of
decorative orbs.
Photographer Sally Ross will be offering 50%
reductions for select
4x6” images matted at 5x7” for $3 (down from $5),
5x7” images matted for 8x10” for $5 (down from
$10), and
8x10” images matted at 11x14” for just $12.50
(down from $25!)
Many “retired” signed, limited edition prints will also
be offered at deep discounts
Potter Diane Davies creates both wheel thrown and hand built pottery that is both
functional and beautiful. Her signature
‘dirt bags’ are especially unique and
fun.
She will offer special pricing during
the weekend.
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Girlfriend Wisdom
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Cherry Blossom Festival
The City of Conyers will celebrate 30 years of fun, family and tradition during
the 2011 Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival at the Georgia International Horse
Park, March 26-27, 2011 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The contemporary art festival
includes 300 artist and crafter booths and a variety of food booths. A large,
interactive children’s area provides over 30,000 square feet of rides, games and
activities, while multiple stages offer entertainment from diverse cultures along
with local bands, karate demonstrations, and clogging groups - something for
everyone in the family.
The 30th anniversary celebration offers many new attractions during the
2011 festival. Children can become a part of the high-energy music and dance
performance during the Nick’s Kids Show, located on the main walkway.
Participants in the Passport Scavenger Hunt Activity have a chance to win a
Cherry Blossom Festival souvenir, while the festival’s entertainment stages will
also highlight many Japanese cultural presentations, such as the Georgia Kyudo
Renmei and The Kyudo Alliance performances demonstrating the traditional
Japanese Martial Art of Archery. Guests can also help the festival decorate for
the celebration by taking part in the Cherry Tree Art Activity.
Maxell Corporation of America and the Cherry Blossom Foundation began
the tradition of the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival in 1982 on the grounds of
Maxell’s Conyers office before moving to the state-of-the-art Olympic facility
at the Georgia International Horse Park in 1997. .
Admission is free with a $5.00 parking fee per vehicle. For festival
information or directions call the Conyers Welcome Center at (770) 602-2606
or 1-800-CONYERS. Visit www.conyerscherryblossomfest.com for more
information.
It’s All About Me!!!!!
A Country Day Trip for Women
What a great opportunity to run away for a few hours with a girlfriend to indulge
yourselves in activities designed to take you away from it all.
You can enjoy the work and company of six local artists selling some of their
art at end-of-the-year inventory prices as well as meet and get to know other
attendees and spend time with special friends. Artists will be showing at the
beautiful Hummingbird House B&B, a circa 1818 Greek Revival house sitting
on 11 pastoral acres in the center of the Lexington Historic District, just a short
distance from Athens, Washington, Greensboro, Elberton, and Watkinsville. Many
of the other activities are also taking place at the B&B and some are spread out
around the quaint town.
For your culinary delectation, Alon’s Eatery, just 3 miles away in Crawford,
offers gourmet lunch fare and a fabulous Sunday brunch for your enjoyment.
If you are taking the Tour of Homes sponsored by the Lexington Downtown
Development Authority, wandering the historic district or shopping the antique
shops, Mama D’s Bakery offers delectable desserts, soups and salads – the lemon
bars are scrumptious!
Some of the activities to entice and relax you throughout the weekend at
Hummingbird House are artist’s demos, book signings, massages, gaming area,
portrait sittings, and some great art for sale. What a good time to find a gift for that
special someone for Valentines Day or a unique Mothers Day gift.
Treat yourself.
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Antiques
Bowman
Antique
Shops
We Invite you to visit the
6
Unique
Antique Stores
Shops of Bowman
3
Great
Restaurants
Located at the intersection of
GA Hwys 17 and 172 on the square
in historic Bowman, GA
Open Thursday – Sunday
Visit www.bowmanga.net for more information
The Shops of Bowman
The shops of the City of Bowman are gearing up for the New Year with
New Years & Valentines Day specials in all of the stores.
There is a new antique store open on the square - Antique
Alley & Lucy Jane's on the Square have combined in a new
2000 square foot space to become Remember When Antiques.
Local landscape architect, Sarah Schatz, has designed a new
look for the square with new flowers and landscape features.
There is a new bakery, sweet shop, restaurant open, The
L i g h t h o u s e . Tr y t h e p o t a t o s o u p & t h e r e d v e l v e t c a k e .
More local artist's work is being featured in Coffee Junction & the antique
stores – support your local artists.
Antiques & Stuff
Yesterday’s charm for today’s home
Over 28,000 square feet of display space
Imported and Domestic Furniture
Architectural Artifacts
China and Glassware
Vintage Linens
Hard to find collectibles
Old Books
Stained Glass
One of a kind accessories and handcrafted items
Jewelry Old & New
Pottery
Weather Vanes
Coca Cola Items
Spinning Wheels
678-625-8500
2177 Elm Street
Covington, GA 30014
(Take Exit 92 off I-20, go South and we are 1 mile on the right)
Conveniently Located 2 Blocks from the Square
plenty of free parking
Open 7 days a week
Come Browse & Enjoy
Memories in a Jar
By Carolyn Holmes
I love canning jars; half-pints, pints, quarts, half-gallon, jelly jars, wide mouth and
regular, quilted jars and blue jars, as well as regular old clear jars. Recently my
son brought home a box of assorted canning jars. He said, "I got you a present,
Mom." They were just regular old fruit jars, but I thought of all the different foods
that someone had preserved in them over the years. Or, perhaps they were used
as a vase for a handful of wildflowers brought in behind a child s back as a love
offering for Mom. Maybe they held fireflies caught on a summer night and placed
in the jar with holes punched in the lid. Canning jars hold more than food, they
hold memories.
Did you know that canning jar lids are no longer gold? The Ball and Kerr Preserving
Lids have a new brushed silver look. The new look matches today s kitchens that
have more stainless steel and polished nickel finishes. Modern memories, I guess.
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Shopping
Winner of last issues drawing, the 2011 Hospitali-Tea Adventure Calendar
by Gail Henderson, is Laney Wright who picked up her copy of The Country
Register in one of the antique shops in downtown Bowman.
WIN a surprise gift!
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before February 10, 2011
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personable people who like to work with the interesting people who advertise in our paper.
If you would like more information about becoming an advertising sales representative for
us, call Linda at 706-340-1049 or email tcrga@windstream.net.
Indulgences:
Honey Almond Bubble Bath
1 Tbsp. light olive oil
½ c. honey
½ c. liquid soap
1 Tbsp. almond extract
1 Tbsp. glycerin
Mix all ingredients together in a squirt bottle. Use approximately 1/4 cup per bath.
Banana and Honey Moisture Mask
1 Ripe Banana
1 tbsp.Honey
1 tbsp. plain yogurt
Mash the banana with a fork and add the honey and yogurt. Apply to face and
leave on for 15 minutes.
Bananas provide intense moisture and firms the skin. Honey is soothing and
nourishing.
Lavender Orange Mineral Bath
Soak away your worries with this refreshing mineral bath.
Mix together 2 tablespoons of sea salt, 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1½
teaspoons of borax. Add 5 drops of lavender and 5 drops of orange essential oils
and mix well. Pour the mixture into the bath under running water. Make sure the
salts are completely dissolved and that the oils are evenly dispersed.
Suggested variations: You can make a relaxing bath by replacing the orange
essential oil with Roman chamomile, sandalwood or patchouli.
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Food
God’s Wild Herbs: Identifying and Using
121 Plants Found in the Wild
Imagine taking a walk or hike and experiencing the reward of finding wild plants
that you can use. Sometimes you don’t have to go any farther than your own
backyard. You may already be foraging dried thistle flowers, various seedpods
and pinecones for fall/winter crafts and home decor. Have you considered foraging
wild plants for their food and medicinal value? Dennis Ellingson’s latest book,
God’s Wild Herbs: Identifying and Using 121 Plants Found in the Wild, is packed
full of useful foraging information. You can make dandelion jelly and use Aspen
leaves and bark for food and health. Did you know that you can eat the buds right
off the tree as a snack? Numerous species of wild rose grow across the U.S. and
the petals can eat eaten. Add some color to your next salad! And rose hips are a
great source of Vitamin C.
God’s Wild Herbs is a beautiful field guide to finding and using 121 wild
plants, featuring color photos on nearly every page. The alphabetical order makes
the guide easy to use, and the quality paper will hold up during foraging.
Packed full of good information, the book offers a description of each plant,
what parts are used for eating and for medicinal purposes, and how to use them.
These pages are interspersed with devotional-type thoughts called “Along the
Path” and some healthful, tasty recipes for using the herbs you gather. There are
plenty of plants that are easy to find, but if you want a challenge, there are some
plants that you will have to find by leaving the beaten path.
The ability to find and rightly use wild edible and medicinal plants gives you,
the forager, a healthy confidence and satisfaction. Dennis Ellingson’s premise is
that our Creator has provided all things for our good on planet Earth. God’s Wild
Herbs will help you get started on the foraging path and enjoy the adventure.
This full-color field guide “takes us out of our cultivated gardens—into the wilds
of forest, pasture, pond and meadow. Wild plants grow everywhere, and you can
find them.” – from the Foreword
Dennis Ellingson is a currently a writer, speaker, hobby farmer and herb enthusiast. He has
retired from years as an officer in The Salvation Army and pastoring in Oregon. He and his
wife, Kit (a professional photographer who took many of the photos in the book), have two
children and one grandson. If you want to fund him, look for “The Herb Guy” on Facebook.
Got a cookbook to promote? An article to publish? Poem to
print? How about clip art for a page or fabulous cover art?
We love to print Georgia writers, poets, and artists. Interested
in having your work published in The Country Register? You can
give us a call at 706-340-1049 or email us at tcrga@windstream.net.
New Year’s Resolution: Find Healthy Pizza!
Does your New Year’s Resolution involve counting calories? Then you should
know that Pizzeria Venti in Buckhead has a new 300-calorie menu.
To date, the restaurant has three meal options — including a pizza meal — and
each option is less than 300 calories. The pizza meal totals 273 calories and includes
a slice of cheese pizza with tomato slices, lemon, fresh basil and iced tea for $6.
A large field greens and apple salad with Vidalia onion dressing and iced tea to
drink is $9 and totals 287 calories. The soup and side meal totals 285 calories and
includes large pasta e’ fagiolo soup with a contorni of apple slices and Bleu cheese
crumbles and iced tea for $6.
“With the 300 Club Menu, diners can easily track their calories while enjoying
their favorite dishes,” says Brian Lackey, owner of Pizzeria Venti, which is located
at 2770 Lenox Road in Atlanta.
Pizzeria Venti prides itself on providing healthy authentic, Italian fare. “It all
starts with our dough,” Lackey says. “We only use imported Italian water, flour,
yeast, extra virgin olive oil, a little salt and sugar. That is it. Pure, simple, delicious.
We only use the highest quality cheese and fresh toppings.”
The restaurant also has a large selection of salads. They use green leaf lettuce.
Toppings include fresh Roma tomatoes, red onions, black olives, carrots, and Tuscan
white beans, among others. Each day, the restaurant offers four different soups.
For those not counting calories, Pizzeria Venti offers stuffed pizzas, pastas and
the one-of-a-kind Bocce Ball, which is an Italian meatball and cheese wrapped in
pizza dough and topped with marinara. For the full menu, visit www.pizzeriaventiatlanta.com.
January is National Stay Healthy Month
Use your cell phone to track calories and fitness goals with one of these mobile apps:
• Use Lose It! one the iPhone, iPod or the web.
• SparkPeople works on the iPhone, iPod and web.
• LiveStrong.com’s Calorie Tracker app works on the iPhone and the
BlackBerry; it is a companion to the My Plate calorie counter available
on the web.
Weight Watchers has an iPhone app. WeightWatchers.com subscribers also can log
into their accounts from any Internet-enabled phone at mobile.weightwatchers.com.
Crock Pot Tropical Tea Warmer
6 C boiling water
1/3 C sugar
1 ½ C orange juice
6 tea bags
2 tbsp. honey
1 ½ C pineapple juice
1 orange sliced (unpeeled)
Warm Crock Pot first w/ hot tap water. Pour boiling water over tea bags in the
Crock Pot. Cover and let stand 5 min.
Remove tea bags and stir in all ingredients. Cover & heat on low for 2-3 hours;
serve from pot
Expensive in winter but Eggsactly Good
By Jim Komar, The Nutritious Gourmet
Register to win a copy of God’s Wild Herbs by sending in the form on page 11 or
email us at tcrga@windstream.net with the works Surprise Gift Registration in
the subject line.
Just think….
Someone would be reading your
ad right now.
(If you can’t nd your favorite store
in this issue, show them this ad!)
The Country Register
706-340-1049
TCRGA@windstream.net
The Egg Board folks contend the egg is a near perfect food. Each has a bit of
cholesterol in the yolk and the board and the FDA go back and forth as to whether
they are good or bad for people. General verdict - they’re good. To enjoy them
well you need to know how to prepare them.
They keep best in the fridge in the original container. To pan fry they should be
warmed a bit. A bowl with water heated in the MW for about 1 minute, add the eggs
and roll them around. This allows cooking the whites without overcooking the yolk.
Guests at our B&B would marvel how I kept the whites white without overdone
browning. Medium heat in a pan warmed before you add any butter or spray is
a must. As the egg solidifies it should slide in the pan. I prefer mine ‘over’ and I
flip them. When done the excellent egg slides onto your dish – no spatula needed.
To ‘hard cook’ eggs put up to six in the proper size pot under water. Put the
pot on the stove – just a bit over medium. When the water comes to a boil – not
weakly and not rolling – turn off the heat and cover the pot with a tight fitting lid.
The egg will finish cooking off the heat under the pot lid for 16 minutes. Remove
lid and add water from the cold water tap. Add 6-8 ice cubes to further cool. Enjoy
a bright yellow yolk - no green - no sulfur odor.
If the cooked egg has a flattened end that indicates the egg is older. Older eggs
shell easier. Hard cooked eggs should be shelled if they are to be stored – store in
a closed container no more than one week.
- Jim still teaches Cooking, writes books and articles – but is no longer in the
B&B world. He also wrote a book that came out in Sept. Find out more about the
book by contacting Jim at esp4you@msn.com or call 770-532-7568. He has an
extra-SPECIAL deal for all Country Register readers.
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Tea Time
A Cup of Tea with Lydia
By Lydia Harris
“Love makes the world go ’round,” according to the lyrics
of a song from the sixties. And although love is in season
year ’round, Valentine’s Day begs for special celebrations
that brim with love. So pick a time, a place, a menu, and
add love to someone’s life. Maybe you’ll plan something
special for your Sweet-TEA or for a young grandchild you
call Sweet Pea.
Serve a Heart-TEA Breakfast
Any big or little sweetheart would enjoy heart-shaped pancakes for breakfast. All
you need is a heart-shaped cookie cutter and your favorite pancake recipe. After
the pancakes are cooked, cut them into hearts with the cutter. Or place a metal
heart-shaped cutter (one that’s open on top) on the griddle and add batter. When
bubbles form on top of the pancake, remove the cookie cutter with metal tongs so
you won’t get burned, and flip the pancake.
Serve these heart-y pancakes with favorite syrups and toppings. Strawberries and
powdered sugar are delicious and pretty. You could even cut the strawberries into
hearts. To do so, remove the hull by cutting in at an angle on each side of the berry
to make a V. Then slice the berry from top to bottom to make two hearts. Serve
pancakes with bacon or sausage and English breakfast tea. For a unique twist, add
a teaspoonful of maple syrup to the brewed tea.
If you start someone’s morning with love and a little pancake pizzazz, the rest
of the day will be sweeter for both of you.
Savor Sweetheart Scones
Who could you treat to afternoon tea? Create an inviting ambiance with
background music, linen napkins, and a lovely rose in a vase. Then serve piping
hot tea and scones.
To make sweetheart scones, cut scones with a heart-shaped cookie cutter. Before
baking, cut a smaller heart or circle from the center of each scone, cutting only
part way through. Remove some dough from the center to form an indentation, but
leave a layer of dough at the bottom. After the scones are baked, dust them with
sifted powdered sugar. Fill centers with red jam, such as strawberry, raspberry, or
cherry, and pass the whipped cream. Serve with fresh fruit and fragrant rose-petal
tea. A-h-h-h, it smells like love is in the air!
Plan a Romantic Dinner Tea
When my college roommate and I were single, we used to have what we called
“rotic” dinners. These were dinners without a “man” to make them romantic. Since
I’ve been married for 43 years, I’ve enjoyed many roMANtic dinners. But it’s still
nice to romance my one-and-only. Soft music, glowing candles, and a crackling
fire add warmth to mealtimes. Of course, the food is important. Sometimes I order
takeout from a favorite restaurant and serve the meal on china plates. Other times
a three-course, home-cooked meal says, “I love you.”
One way to serve a special meal at home is to set up a card table in front of the
fireplace. Add a linen tablecloth, your best silver and china, and serve foods you
both enjoy. Start with an appetizer, soup, or salad followed by a main dish. Maybe
steak and twice-baked potatoes are your favorites. For an added touch, include
sparkling cider, and end with a decadent dessert, such as my truffle recipe.
Of course, you’ll serve tea. You could even try a different blend with each course.
We enjoy Harney and Son’s Wedding Tea, flowering teas that bloom before our
eyes, and dessert teas, such as Stash’s Chocolate Hazelnut Decaf Black Tea. Local
shops and the Internet offer hundreds of teas to sample. For example, Scarlett’s
Romantic Tea—a black tea with chocolate chips, strawberry bits, and cream—
sounds intriguing.
Decorate with Love
Scatter Hershey’s chocolate hugs and kisses on the dining table or tea tray. Also,
place printed love sayings on the table, or include Bible verses, such as “Love
one another” or “Love is patient, love is kind.” You could even read aloud from 1
Corinthians 13, the love chapter in the Bible. Or if you’re romancing your spouse,
read verses from the Song of Solomon after you dine.
My recipe for a loving teatime includes a beautiful table, delicious food, and
people sharing from their hearts. I’m ready to add love to someone’s life. Won’t
you join me?
Lydia E. Harris enjoys serving tea to her grandchildren and others. Her new book,
Preparing My Heart for Grandparenting, is available at amazon.com and can be ordered
through local bookstores. Learn more at her web site and grandparenting blog: www.
PreparingMyHeart.net. Used by permission. No reprint without author’s permission.
Tea Rooms in Georgia
Ideas for Enjoying a
Tea Party
Holiday Parties
Baby Showers
Children’s Tea Parties
Birthday Celebrations
Graduation Parties
Club Meetings
Bridal Showers
Weddings
Lunch with Friends
Afternoon Tea Breaks
The Potted Geranium, Greensboro,
706-453-4979
The Baron York Café, Clarkesville,
706-754-3044
Le Jardin Blanc, Douglasville,
678-838-4449
The Jewel Box Jewell,
706-465-2198
Julianna’s Tea Room Cuthbert,
229-732-5523
The Tabor Tea Room Ellijay,
706-276-1861, 706-635-3864
If you have a favorite tearoom in Georgia, please send us an email or call us
with information about it.
Romance of ‘Writing’ With Pictures
by Glena Dunn
‘Writing with pictures’ or Pictograms can be traced back to the simple
line drawings that were the earliest form of written communication, such
as ‘cave drawings’ and Egyptian hieroglyphics. These were simplified
further into symbols and then into the letters of the different alphabets
that were developed as languages evolved and were put into writing.
In the 1700’s, ‘rebus’ letters became a favorite amusement. Pictures
again represented words. Popularity continued all through the 1800’s,
including the Regency, Romantic and Victorian eras, all now regarded
as romantic and ornate. It was a time when the love-struck entered into
respectable courtship and sentimental thought was eloquently expressed.
Suitors were willing to go to great effort with clever gestures in order
to stand out among others. (as opposed to just ordering up a bouquet of
roses or a box of chocolate.)
It is still fun for the givers and receivers of all ages to stretch our minds
to come up with and comprehend hand-drawn communication. Do you
remember the TV game show ‘Concentration’ in the 60’s? My sisters
and I were huge fans of it and were so thrilled when our grandparents
got the home version!
When we were both students at college, (and too poor to buy cards!) my
younger sister drew a birthday card for me that included a hippopotamus,
bird and sheep (Hippo-Birdie 2 Ewe...)
It was so clever I have remembered it all
these years and have re-drawn it at times
for my kids, etc. Sometimes we even sing
that instead of the traditional words!
Treat yourself and your children in some old-fashioned wholesome
amusement. Get out the colored paper and pinking scissors and crayons
and draw up some fun ways to say I LOVE YOU!
Here is a start ...take out some of the words that you can draw instead.
A cat meows, A dog bow-wows, A cow says only moo.
But I can say, “Be Mine today, I’ll never tire of you!”
Glena Dunn publishes The Country Register of S. Nevada. When you visit
LasVegas, pick it up and use it as a guide to enjoy ‘off the Strip’ activities.
She invites you to stop at her store Back in Thyme, in Boulder City on your
way to see Hoover Dam.
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Quilting and Needlework
"Hot Threads, Cool Quilts" Quilt Show
March 4-6, 2011
Oconee County Civic Center
2661 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA.
Over 200 quilts on display, vendors, demonstrations,
and boutique with handmade items
“Hot Threads, Cool Quilts” Quilt Show
The Cotton Patch Quilters Guild of Athens, GA, is proud to present
its biennial show … “Hot Threads, Cool Quilts.” The Quilt Show will
showcase more than 200 quilts which have been crafted by the 100 plus
members of the Guild. Techniques range from traditional patchwork and
appliqué to innovative techniques using photos, embellishments, and the
creative use of color. There will be more than 10 vendors selling quiltingrelated items. The Scissors Man will sharpen scissors and knives while
you wait. Also featured, the boutique with top-quality handmade treasures.
Demonstrations covering a wide range of the quilting process will be
scheduled throughout the show.
The Quilt Show will run from March 4th through 6th. Hours are 10 a.m.
to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The
show will be held at the Oconee County Civic Center, 2661 Hog Mountain
Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677. For more information, contact Vicki Bauer
at 706.549.1691.
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Quilting and Needlework
Your Full Service Quilt Shop 30 West Main Street
Where Friendship Begins Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Fabrics * Notions * Books * Patterns * Gifts * Accessories * Classes
706 632-3070
Janome Dealer
Mon. - Sat.
10 - 5
Priscilla Ryan
Owner
Website: countrystitchesinc.net
Email: countrystitches@tds.net
Fabric Center & Quilt Shop
Specialty Fabrics Yarns Decorator Fabrics
Supplies Notions Quilt Classes
Over 1700 Bolts - 100% Cotton Fabrics - Select Fat Quarters
Ph: 706-745-6918
www.fabriccenterandquiltshop.com
174 Cleveland St., Suite 8,
Blairsville, GA 30512
Located at Mtn. Village Shopping Ctr.
Georgia Quilt Guilds
Cotton Patch Quilt Guild of Athens, Vicki Bauer at (706) 549-1691.
Early Bird Quilt Guild, Conyers, Email:earlybirdquiltguild@yahoo.com,
Misty Mountain Quilters, Blairsville, www.mistymountainquiltersguild.com
Quilters Guild of the Southern Crescent, Fayetteville qgsc@live.com
Quilters In Stitches Quilt Guild, Grayson, quiltersinstitchesgraysonga.
blogspot.com
Mountain Laurel Quilters Guild, Clarkesville, janethrelkeld@hotmail.com
Crazy Crafty Quilters, Augusta, bud-n-shel@juno.com
Atlanta Intown Quilters Guild, Decatur, russekkdlc@yahoo.com
Scrappy Quilters, Calhoun, scalhoun9@bellsouth.net
Log Cabin Needlers, Rabun Gap, gaquiltr@windstream.net
Heart of Georgia Guild, gnbarry@gmail.com
Spirited Quilters, Buford, spiritedquilters@yahoo.com
East Cobb Quilters Guild, Marietta, patallen@bellsouth.net
Allatoona Quilters Guild, Kennesaw, nk4u@bellsouth.net
Etowah Valley Quilt Guild, Cartersville, www.etowahvalleyquiltguild.com
Patchwork Pals Quilt Guild, Macon, gnbarry@gmail.com
Plantation Quilters, Jarrell Plantation State Park, whiteeo@bellsouth.net
Contact us to have your guild added to our listing – tcrga@windstream.net
“ Pieces of Your Life”
April 8-10, 2011
Tifton, GA
Calling all Quilters & Vendors!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Quilt Show Activities
Juried Quilt Show
Vendor Mall
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i Silent Auction
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Quilt Appraisals by Teddy Pruett
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(229) 386-0216 Πamericanlegacyquiltshow@gmail.com
www.amlegacyquilts.com
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Agrirama Foundation to Host 2nd American Legacy Quilt Show
The Agrirama Foundation, in conjunction with the Wiregrass Quilters Guild, will be hosting their second American Legacy Quilt Show: Pieces of your Life on,
April 8-10, 2011 at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton.
According to Lynn Lovett, Chairman of the Quilt Show Committee, “quilting is a perfect fit with the Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village’s legacy
of preserving history.”
This will be a judged quilt show, dedicated to the heritage of quilting and presenting the best in traditional and contemporary quilts of today and yesterday. There will
be numerous activities held during the multi-day event, including auctions, raffles, lectures and appraisals. Teddy Pruett, a renowned quilt appraiser, will be available to
give verbal and written appraisals for quilts (for a fee). Quilts will also be judged and awards given for Best of Show, Best Hand Quilting, Best Machine Quilting and
First in each Category. Ribbons will also be awarded for Theme Interpretation and Viewer’s Choice. An exhibit of doll beds and miniature quilts will be on display, as
well as a Pilgrim/Roy Challenge Exhibit. Other features of the show include Vendors Mall.
A special feature at the 2011 show will be several classes taught by Deb Tucker. Tucker will open the show with a lecture at an invitation only preview on Thursday
evening. She will be teaching classes on Friday and Saturday, with a possible class on Sunday. Space is limited so visit www.amlegacyquilts.com or call (229) 386-0216
to register.
Angela Moore, Assistant Director of the Agrirama Foundation said, “The Foundation wanted to host an event for the Georgia Museum of Agriculture that would bring
people in from all across the country who share an interest in a traditional art form that could be tied to the museum. With the role that quilts have played in the settling
of our country and the fact that quilting is still so popular, a quilt show was the obvious choice.”
The Wiregrass Quilt Guild has created a full size quilt to be raffled off at the show. The quilt is entitled “Grandmother’s Basket Quilt.” Raffle tickets may be purchased
for $1 from the Agrirama Country Store, Wiregrass Quilters Guild members or by calling Angela at (229) 386-0216.
Regular Quilt Show hours are 10:00 am until 5:00 pm on Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9. On Sunday, April 10, show hours are 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Admission
is $8 for one day and $15 for both days. Discounts will be given for groups of twelve or more. The Quilt Show will be held at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus
Conference Center in Tifton, located off of Interstate 75 at Exit 64.
Sponsors are still needed for the show. For additional information on the show, visit www.amlegacyquilts.com or call Angela Moore at (229) 386-0216.
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JAN / FEB 2011
Georgia’s Premier Specialists
Custom Upholstery
Classic Restoration
Furniture
Auto
Marine & Aircraft
Classic Autos
Antiques
Show Cars
Serving the Atlanta and North Georgia Area
Please call for an appointment
Interior Design Services Available
Custom Window and Bed Treatments
Floor and Wall Coverings
Furniture, Lighting, Accessories
By appointment only
706-340-1049
The Mad Stitchers
4945 Peachtree Road
Chamblee, GA 30341
770-455-7505
Email: jdthemadstitcher@bellsouth.net
Need a winter pick-me-up? Is your auto in need of a little TLC?
The addition of new seat covers or a leather re-dye and repair job can
make your auto look like new and give you an upbeat feeling every time
you get in your car. In lieu of buying a new vehicle, these are two of the
best ways to update the look and add value to your vehicle. The staff at The
Mad Stitchers can help you determine the best type of repair or upgrade
needed to accomplish a new look – at a much lower cost than a complete
upholstery job if one is not in your budget. The pictures below show a before
and after of the installation of new factory seat covers in a Land Cruiser
and a technician beginning the restoration of the leather on a set of seats.
The pictures to the right show the before of a chair and the finished
product when the chair and it’s matching ottoman have been re-built and
upholstered. What a difference!
The staff at The Mad Stitchers, which has been in business in Chamblee
for over 40 years, is well versed in all phases of design and custom
upholstery for autos, furniture, boats and planes. They can assist you in
making the right decisions about your choices of fabrics, design and the
options available for your project.
Owner, John Dutton can work with you to design a custom piece of
upholstery to fit your situation and life style. He has over 40 years of
experience in custom design and the preservation and restoration of
fine antiques as well as the restoration and design of custom interiors of
automobiles.
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Custom Order Furniture
Custom Window
Treatments
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