Celebrations XXI: Sally Kerr is the Cover Girl!
Sally Kerr told me some months ago that her rug was chosen to appear in Celebrations XXI. I just found out it is the cover!
Sally and her cousin, Judy, have been in my class several times at various workshops. A few years ago we were in Ligonier, PA. Sally wanted to hook Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. I provided the wool and a bit of guidance, Sally did the rest. She painstakingly studied the original artwork so she could duplicate the brushstrokes in wool. It is amazing.[clear]
I’ll have both of them in class again in August 2011 at Sauder Village. I cannot wait to see them and the rug in person.
Great job, Sally!
You can preorder the book from Amazon. Click on the link on the left.
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Thanks, Janie! What a surprise to hear from you on a hooking blog.
I just heard the great news of cousin Sally making the cover from our Uncle Jack! I am so thrilled that you are a famous rug “hooker” as Jack referred. Beautiful work. I will definitely be purchasing the book and will expect to get an autograph from the cover artist. Loved the work subject. Van Gogh is one of my favorite impressionists.
Sally, your rug is absolutely amazing!!! I’ve always loved that painting (did it in crewel embroidery years ago) and I’m really happy that you made the cover. And, am REALLY glad that you and Judy will be in Cindi’s class in August…me, too!! Looking forward to seeing you both! Carol (Maggie the Scottie dog)
Carol- –I have thought and thought about you and Maggie and wondered how to contact you. Thank you for your kind words. I’ll tell Judy we’ll get to see you again in August—she will be so happy.
Maggie remains one of my favorite memories of Cindi’s class that workshop.
Thanks, Sally. Sherry will be there also; she’s not taking a class, but will be there all week. We will definitely have to get together! Tell Judy hello for me, and once again, your rug is just beautiful!!!!!
Wow! I can’t wait to have that book! Congrats!
Thank you. Cindi’s dyeing skills definitely didn’t hurt.
WAY TO GO SALLY!!!!
Thanks. I feel quite honored and even more surprised!
Congrads Sally! Thank you Cindi for the post! Looking forward to the editon to see all the beautiful rugs! DeEtta