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EXECUTIVE BOARD
WELCOMES NEW TRUSTEES
Maria White
By Sharon Dunoski
Trustee
he Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
would like to welcome two
new trustees, Maria White and
Keith Fisher, to the Executive
Board. As trustees, they will be
responsible for a program at a
general meeting, help mentor new
Members to the Guild, and
numerous other duties.
MARIA WHITE has been
married to her husband, Bill, for
31 years. She has 3 children:
Ashley, Kathryn and Scott. She
has been a Member of the Guild
for 2 years.
Maria was first introduced to
The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild by
her good friend, Kelly Haynes
(Treasurer Sue Haynes’ daughter)
in 1980 when she would observe
Sue sewing for Guild shows.
After college, Maria moved from
Toledo for 27 years. Maria was
looking for a craft she could take
while traveling for her “real” job.
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Keith Fisher
She started her jewelry business
upon returning to the Perrysburg
area 7 years ago.
Maria
remembered Sue, attended a Guild
show, and decided to apply for
membership. The craft of jewelry
is very broad, and Maria has
narrowed her craft to Swarovski
Crystal and wire wrapped jewelry.
She has a signature item called
Maria’s Sparkles Necklace, which
is hand crocheted wire with six
different types of stones in it. She
also makes rings, bracelets,
earrings, and recently added
crystal sun catchers. She loves
anything that sparkles. Her art is a
combination of self-teaching and
classes. She was first hooked on
jewelry after making her first pair
of earrings. Taking a Swarovski
Crystal Cruise, she had the
opportunity to
study with
internationally known teachers
and designers. She has been on
two Swarovski Cruises since and
has taken numerous classes as
well.
A most memorable
experience was meeting Lillian
Chen, the designer and Swarovski
Crystal Ambassador who designed
the first pair of earrings Maria
made!!
Maria’s interests do not stop at
jewelry creations. She loves to
sew and has sewn curtains, bed
spreads, and many pillows. She
has made fountains, scrapbooked,
hand stamped cards, arranged
flowers, and loves to garden.
As a professional for 35 years,
Maria has worked for 10 plus
years in large corporations (VP of
Human Resources for a Chicagobased company), then ran a small
business owned by someone else
for almost 20 years. She now
owns her own business, called
“Inclusity,” which focuses on
helping
people
value
and
appreciate differences of all kinds.
Inclusity does consulting and
training for large corporations.
Over the past 30 years, Maria has
personally trained and coached
more than 10 Fortune 500 CEOs
and many senior leaders in
corporate America.
In her “off” time, Maria enjoys
reading many books, recently
finishing “Me Before You” by
JoJo Moyes. A couple of her
favorite local restaurants are
LaScola and Poco Piatti.
KEITH FISHER has been
married to his wife, Brenda, for 27
years. They have 2 daughters:
Kelsey and Sara. Keith has been a
Member for 2 years, taking great
interest in the Guild by attending
general meetings during that time.
Keith began participating in
local craft shows 5 years ago. He
was introduced to the Guild by
numerous friends who are also
Members.
After attending
numerous Guild events at the
Stranahan Hall and Lucas
Recreation Center (now Line
Drive Sports), he decided to apply
for membership to The Toledo
Craftsman’s Guild as another
selling outlet.
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The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
2015 Show Dates
Spring Festival of Crafts
March 14 & 15, 2015
Stranahan Great Hall
Toledo, OH
Spring Crafters’ Showcase
April 25, 2015
Tam-O-Shanter Sports
& Exhibition Center
Sylvania, OH
Homespun Holiday
Arts & Crafts Show
November 7 & 8, 2015
Stranahan Great Hall
Toledo, OH
Crafts for Christmas
November 27 & 28, 2015
Lucas County Recreation
Center
Maumee, OH
FREE Admission and FREE Parking at all Guild shows!
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Winter Festival of Crafts
December 13, 2015
Franciscan Center at
Lourdes University
Sylvania, OH
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THE JOURNAL
SPRING 2015
Thank you to our Member Advertisers!
Please let them know you saw their ad in
.
SPRING 2015
EXECUTIVE BOARD
WELCOMES NEW
TRUSTEES
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Keith began learning his wood
craft when he was young but
became seriously involved when
he began teaching Industrial Arts
at Gibsonburg Schools. He taught
Drafting, Woodworking, Furniture
Making,
Sheet
Metal
and
Welding.
Upon his departure
from Gibsonburg, Keith became
Library Media Coordinator at
Cardinal Stritch High School in
Oregon, then was the K-12
Library Media Coordinator at the
Port Clinton City Schools for 25
years. In his time at the schools,
Keith worked behind the scenes
with
the
school
drama
productions. Port Clinton had
built a performing arts center
when he was also the Technical
Director.
They
produced
numerous school plays and
musicals along with hosting many
“big name” entertainers. He got a
chance to build sets, hang lights,
and provide sound support for the
many shows.
Keith’s
Library
Media
responsibilities grew as he created
a TV Studio and a cable channel
within the community. He was
able to secure a donation of an old
set from NBC24 in Toledo to
begin the development of a TV
production
curriculum
and
reconstructed what was donated.
As a result, Keith produced over
1,000 hours of TV programming.
His students won awards for their
work, and a number of students
have gone on to various media and
TV occupations both regionally
and in California.
Keith’s interests also extend to
photography for which he has won
several awards as well as teaching.
He has also taken classes in a
variety of stained glass art work.
Four years ago he began the sport
of curling, having played in
California, Wisconsin, Michigan,
Indiana, Ohio, and Ontario. (And,
yes, he is the man who wore the
“wild curling” slacks at the
Recreation Center and Lourdes
Shows on a dare.)
Thank you to our
Advertisers!
Alice De Souza, product
manager from DMC, says: “Our
trend predictions for 2015 have
been based on a lot of research in
the marketplace, through in depth
discussions with our independent
retailers and key accounts, as well
as looking closely at magazines,
trend predictions, exhibitions and
inspiration from the high street.
 “The vintage chic theme is
everywhere and includes ultra
feminine and glamorous trends
with a Parisienne influence. This
timeless theme appeals to both the
younger and old generation as it is
bringing the old in with the new.
 “Heritage and heirlooms for the
future offer an everlasting feel to
creative crafts with the trend to
create something that lasts a
lifetime and is passed down
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The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
is very happy to have both Maria
and Keith participate as trustees
on the Executive Board. They
will bring many ideas and a
wealth of expertise from their life
experiences.
(Note from the President:
Sharon Dunoski (the author of this
article) has graciously accepted to
stay on the Guild Executive Board
as a trustee. Sharon has been on
the board for ten years as the
secretary, president, and most
recently as past president. Her
commitment to the Guild by
chairing the Lourdes show and
working on committees is so
greatly appreciated. – Sharon
Anderson, President)
Tell them you saw their
ad in
.
Top Trends 2015:
Alice De Souza from DMC
Reveals her Predictions
Compiled by Sharon Anderson
President
THE JOURNAL
through generations, inspiring
children and young people to have
a go at new crafts and techniques
and create a precious piece of
artwork that is something to be
proud of.
 “Modern bright colorful designs
with geometric patterns are a key
influence for 2015 with designs
that are both simple and effective.
 “Stunning bold floral designs,
again in strong colors and styles
are something we are seeing more
often in everyday life.
 “Another growing trend is
wildlife-inspired designs with
animals; insects and birds are
proving extremely popular on
many products for the new
season.”
(From the “Craft Business”
Website,
www.CraftBusiness.com)
Pantone
Color of the Year 2015
~ Marsala ~
Compiled by Sharon Anderson
President
Marsala enriches our mind,
body
and
soul,
exuding
confidence and stability. Marsala
is a subtly seductive shade, one
that draws us into its embracing
warmth.
Much like the fortified wine
that gives Marsala its name, this
tasteful
hue
embodies
the
satisfying richness of a fulfilling
meal while its grounding redbrown
roots
emanate
a
sophisticated, natural earthiness.
This hearty, yet stylish tone is
universally
appealing
and
translates easily to fashion,
beauty, industrial design, home
furnishings and interiors.
The Versatility of Marsala
 Equally appealing to men and
women, Marsala is a stirring and
flavorful shade for apparel
and
accessories,
one
that
encourages color creativity and
experimentation
 Flattering against many skin
tones, sultry and subtle Marsala is
a great go-to color for beauty,
providing enormous highlight for
the cheek, and a captivating pop
of color for nails, shadows lips
and hair.
 Dramatic and at the same time
grounding, the rich and fullbodied red-brown Marsala brings
color warmth into home interiors.
 An earthy shade with a bit of
sophistication, texture is the story
in print and packaging. A matte
finish
highlights
Marsala’s
organic nature while adding a
sheen conveys a completely
different message of glamour and
luxury.
(From Pantone Color Institute,
www.Pantone.com)
The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
2015 General Meeting Dates
General meetings are held at Toledo Botanical Garden’s Conference Center, 5403 Elmer Drive, Toledo, Ohio, and start at 7:30 p.m.
Dates: March 10, May 12, September 8, and November 10, 2015
(Members can have new crafts juried after every general meeting except the November social meeting.
Contact Ann Marie Young, Jury Chair, for more information at annysc@aol.com.)
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The Craftsman’s Creed
Author unknown
Submitted by Debi Methvin
Membership Chair
I am a craftsman. I am
dedicated to perfecting the art and
science of my craft, which I have
chosen freely.
I am constantly, relentlessly
searching for ways to improve
my craft. I am dedicated to
learning from the masters who
have preceded me in every way I
am able.
I create valuable things that
other people want or need. I
generously offer my work as a gift
when it is wise, but my purpose is
to help those who value my work
enough to pay for what I have to
offer. No one has an unlimited
claim on my craft, knowledge, or
the fruits of my effort. I work for
people who value and support me.
I honestly promote what I
have to offer, consistently and to
the limit of my capabilities. I
make no apologies for promoting
my craft. I am proud of my work,
and it is my duty and
responsibility to reach people who
may benefit from my craft. I can
help them no other way.
I do my best to ensure that
every single person who trusts
me with their time, attention, or
money is happy with their
investment. If they are not, I will
do whatever is in my power to do
right by them without delay.
Skills are a craftsman’s
credentials. I care more about a
person’s character, what they
know, and what they can do than
where they grew up, where they
went to school, or how many
letters they have after their name.
I choose to work with other
craftsmen: people who are skilled,
not simply schooled.
I respect other craftsmen, and
I
generously
assist them
however I’m able. I have no
respect for the fool who searches
for a way to enjoy the fruits of
labor without effort, or the
scoundrel who seeks to enrich
himself by deluding others. Value,
not wealth or fame, is the true
measure of every craftsman.
I take good care of myself. My
mind and body are the tools I use
to advance my craft, so I take care
of them. Rest and recovery are
essential to my life: a worn-down
tool is of no use at all.
I never stop pushing my
limits. I am constantly testing and
experimenting with new ways to
expand my capabilities. It is my
way of life.
I refuse to waste precious
time and energy on trivial
matters, trivial problems, and
trivial people. I choose to focus
only on the most important of
demands: those that help me
advance my craft or take care of
the people who depend on me.
The world is an uncertain
place, which I cannot fully
predict or control. Regardless, I
will do everything in my power to
prepare for every challenge and
weather every storm. Nothing in
this world is powerful enough to
stop me from continuing to
practice my craft.
Anything that I can do to
improve my craft, I will do. This
will keep me busy until the end of
my days: a challenge I gladly
accept. I am a craftsman, and
always shall be.
The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
(419) 842-1925
ToledoCraftsmansGuild@yahoo.com
www.ToledoCraftsmansGuild.org
www.Facebook.com/ToledoCraftsmansGuild
www.twitter.com/TCGuild
President: Sharon Anderson
Vice President: Bob Czyzewski
Secretary: Pamela Rohrbacher
Treasurer: Sue Haynes
Membership Chair: Debi Methvin
Jurying Chair: Ann Marie Young
Newsletter/Circulation Chair: Sharon Anderson
Publicity Chair: Dave Grabarczyk
Social Media Chair: Pamela Lemons
Trustees: Mark Hopkins, Traci Lender, Maria White, Keith Fisher,
Sharon Dunoski
Staff
Co-Editors:
Pamela Rohrbacher, Secretary
Pamela Lemons, Social Media Chair
Contributors:
Sharon Anderson, President
Traci Lender, Trustee
Shelly Copland, Member
Debi Methvin, Membership Chair
Sharon Dunoski, Trustee
Ann Marie Young, Jury Chair
Keith Fisher, Trustee
Recipe Box
NO BAKE OATMEAL
COOKIES
Submitted by Debi Methvin
Membership Chair
Ingredients:
2 cups sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
1 stick butter
1/2 cup milk
1 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups oatmeal
Waxed paper
Directions:
In a heavy saucepan bring to a
boil, the sugar, cocoa, butter and
milk. Let boil for 1 minute then
add peanut butter, vanilla and
oatmeal. On a sheet of waxed
paper, drop mixture by the
teaspoonful. Cool until hardened.
WHOLE WHEAT BANANA
BREAD
(no added sugar and oil-free)
Submitted by Pamela Lemons
Social Media Chair
Ingredients:
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup honey
2 eggs, beaten
3 mashed overripe bananas
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or
pecans (optional)
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
(optional, adds sugar)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
2. Lightly grease a 9”x5” loaf pan.
3. In a large bowl, combine flour,
baking soda and salt (and
chocolate chips and nuts if used).
4. In a separate bowl, mix together
applesauce and honey. Stir in eggs
and mashed bananas until well
blended.
5. Stir banana mixture into flour
mixture until just moistened.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf
pan.
7. Bake in preheated oven for 60
to 65 minutes until a toothpick
inserted into center of the loaf
comes out clean.
8. Let bread cool in pan for 10
minutes, then turn out onto a wire
rack to cool.
REFRIGERATOR PIE
Submitted by Ann Marie
Young, Jury Chair
Ingredients:
1 pint ice cream (I used
strawberry!)
1 small package of instant
pudding (Again, I used
strawberry!)
1 cup whole milk
1 graham cracker crust
Directions:
1. Soften ice cream in microwave
for 10-15 seconds.
2. In a large bowl, mix first three
ingredients with a hand mixer
until smooth. Pour into the pie
crust and chill for 2 hours.
3. Garnish with fresh strawberries
and whipped topping.
Use your imagination for many
variations of this recipe. You can
also make this using low calorie
ingredients and it will taste the
same.
Baked Chicken Chimichangas
Submitted by Pamela Lemons
Social Media Chair
Ingredients:
8oz pkg. cream cheese, softened
8oz. pepper jack cheese, shredded
1 1/2 T taco seasoning
1 lb. cooked chicken, shredded
8 flour tortillas (8inch size)
Cooking spray
Topping ideas: shredded cheddar
cheese, lettuce, green onions, sour
cream, black olives, salsa
Directions:
1. Grease a 9”x13” baking dish
with cooking spray.
2. Heat oven to 350F.
3. Stir together cream cheese,
pepper jack cheese and taco
seasoning.
4. Fold in chicken.
5. Divide evenly among flour
tortillas.
6. Tuck in sides and roll up each
tortilla.
7. Lay seam side down in a
prepared baking dish.
8. Spray tops of tortillas with
cooking spray.
9. Bake in oven for 15 minutes.
10. Turn chimichangas over and
bake an additional 15 minutes.
11. Serve with toppings.
Makes one 9”x5” loaf.
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Tips and Ideas:
1. Don’t have time to cook and
shred chicken? Buy a rotisserie
chicken from the store.
2. Cheddar and Mexican blend
cheeses can be substituted for the
pepper jack cheese.
3. Like spicy food? Finely chop a
jalapeño pepper and add it to the
chicken mix.
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A Look Back to 1975
By Pamela Rohrbacher
Secretary
As The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild
prepares to celebrate our 40th
year, I thought it might be fun to
look back to our first year and see
what was happening in 1975.
The average American could
expect to live to be 72.9 years old.
Now, it is 79.12. The population
was 218,035,164. As of 2014, we
had
reached
317,000,000.
Anyone wishing to buy a new
home could expect to pay around
$45,000.
A brand-new Ford
Mustang cost $4,105. You can’t
even buy a USED one for that
price now! Of course, with a
median income of about $13,500,
$4,000 is all you could afford.
Good thing gas was only $0.59
per gallon. Eggs: $0.89 per
dozen. Milk: $1.65 per gallon.
And stamps…$0.13 each. We
will never see THAT again!
1975 saw President Gerald Ford
signing a bail-out loan of $2.3
billion to New York City.
Spanish Dictator Gen. Francisco
Franco dies. Kidnapped heiress
Patty Hearst is arrested on armed
robbery
charges.
Ross
McWhirter, co-founder of the
Guiness Book of World Records
is murdered by the IRA. The
Sweet Sally
Dear Sally and Gus,
I have a problem and don’t
know what to do. Every year, my
sister-in-law “Evelyn” invites us
all over for Thanksgiving dinner.
We all love her so much, and it is
wonderful. She decorates, we
play fun games, and she even has
a kids play area all set up.
Dinner, however, is the
problem. “Evelyn” is an AWFUL
cook.
The turkey is always
burned. The potatoes are runny.
The beans are mushy. And the
pies…Oh, the pies!
YUK!
“Evelyn” never lets anyone bring
anything claiming that this holiday
is her gift to us.
What can we do?
Signed,
Perplexed
and
From Sweet Sally:
Dear Perplexed,
Oh, what a conundrum! I hope
I can be of some help and comfort
to you. As you do not want to
insult this lovely lady, bringing
side dishes seems to be out of the
question. It looks as if your best
bet is to eat a meal before you go,
and enjoy the company. It is only
once a year.
From Grumpy Gus:
Dear Perplexed,
Load up on rolls. And wine.
Lots and lots of wine.

Vietnam War finally ends.
Born in 1975: Pro Golfer Tiger
Woods, Actresses Angelina Jolie
and Kate Winslet, and NASCAR
Driver Jimmie Johnson.
Big at the box office this year
were some movies that have stood
the test of time: Jaws, One Flew
Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, The
Towering Inferno, The Godfather
II, and that lovable Benji.
Don’t forget about the music!
“Fame” by David Bowie, “Best of
My Love” and “One of These
Nights,” both by The Eagles, and
“Love Will Keep Us Together” by
The Captain and Tennille (it
didn’t) were huge hits. Some of
the
popular
bands
were
Aerosmith, Kiss, Led Zeppelin,
Tony Orlando and Dawn, John
Denver, Glen Campbell, Elton
John, and Earth, Wind, and Fire.
Guess what made its debut in
1975? The Bic disposable razor!
Microsoft became a trademark
name. Have they really been
around that long?
I hope you have enjoyed our
look back to the year 1975. Who
knows, maybe we can do this
again in 40 years. Who then will
believe that we ONLY paid
$27,000 for that new car, or that
stamps were less than $0.50? I’ll
check back with you in 2055!
Grumpy Gus
Dear Sally and Gus,
How do I get my neighbor to
stop letting his dog “Buffy” do her
“business” on my lawn? My
green grass has yellow spots and
brown piles!
Sincerely,
Frustrated
From Sweet Sally:
Dear Frustrated,
First of all, very kindly remind
your neighbor to carry a small bag
to clean up Buffy’s messes. You
could even have a supply of
baggies conveniently located on a
hook on your mailbox or a tree. It
might be helpful to move your
garbage can closer to the baggie
supply, too. Perhaps placing one
of those cute little signs of a
doggie going poo with a big red
circle with a slash through it in
your yard would help, too.
From Grumpy Gus:
Dear Frustrated,
One word: AIRHORN!
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Sally and Gus have been married
for 47 years and believe their
experiences offer a unique take on
life’s complexities.
Their
responses
to
our
readers’
questions are meant to make you
shake your head and laugh. They
consider it a bonus if you snicker
and snort. If you have a question
or a problem and would like Sally
and Gus’s resolution, contact them
at
ToledoCraftsmansGuild@
yahoo.com.
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Thank you to our Member Advertisers!
Please let them know you saw their ad in
.
Remember:
When you shop small businesses,
more money stays in our neighborhoods.
Meet the Newest Members of The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild!
Shelly Copland, Holland, Ohio: Tote bags, one-of-a-kind, dammit dolls, pet toys, and scissor cozies
Christ and Ward Nehrig, Toledo, Ohio: Soy candles, tarts/melts, scented lotions, scented sachets, and linen sprays
Joan Olsen, Toledo, Ohio: Custom seat cushions for motorcycles, bicycles, and wheelchairs
Vickie Zochowski, Newport, Michigan: Versatile wave purses
Marsha Ramsdell, Sylvania, Ohio: Bath and body products
(Visit www.ToledoCraftsmansGuild.org for a complete listing of our Members.)
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Tell them you saw their ad in
Interested in advertising in
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?
Contact the Toledo Craftsman’s Guild for an application.
(419) 842-1925
ToledoCraftsmansGuild@yahoo.com
www.ToledoCraftsmansGuild.org
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SPRING 2015
Spring Shows
Fall Shows
All Guild shows
have
Free
Admission
and
Free
Parking
Come Join Our
40th Anniversary
Celebration
At Each Show
Sweet Treats at the Door
History Display
Drawings for Freebies and
Gift Certificates