Sunday, September 11, 2011

Truman Lake Rug Show and Hook-In

Yesterday, I drove to Warsaw, MO to attend the 1st Truman Lake Rug Show and Hook-In.

All I can say is fabulous! Patty and her “flock” put on quite a stupendous event!

I spent most of my time talking to hooking friends that I hadn’t seen in a while, and did manage to get a little hooking done. I did get several pictures from the rug show to share with you. (sorry that I didn’t get pics of ALL the rugs, but I got a lot)

We got to vote on our favorite rug in the show, so I’ll also let you know which rugs got 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

I also got to meet Wendy Miller of “The Red Saltbox” and let her know that her wool covered cording technique has changed my life.  Seriously….if you haven’t tried this you MUST!  Isn’t it fun to meet someone that you’ve only known through the internet for years and they turn out to be just as nice as you thought they would?!

Okay, on with the show!

Below is the rug that took 3rd place in the “Viewer’s Choice”

Below is the rug that took 2nd place in the “Viewer’s Choice”

Below is the rug that took 1st place in the “Viewer’s Choice”

I’m proud to say that I know both of the women who hooked the 1st and 2nd place rugs.

1st place was Judith Groff and she hooked this from a picture of a one room school house where she went to school.

2nd place was Nelda Johnson….although this is hooked in a primitive palette, Nelda was one of the people who first influenced me to hook with bright colors.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

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9 comments:

  1. Jacque.September 11, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    oh Tammy...thanks so much for sharing all the photos...I love looking at hooked rugs. I may even finish the two I have here one of these days. I love that quilt theme rug...that's a great combo! And, was that your rug I saw...the girl and sheep...I've always loved that one.

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  2. LindaSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Wow! Thanks! I enjoyed the show!

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  3. dulcySeptember 11, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Thanks, Tammy, for getting these posted so fast. Such gorgeous work! Sorry I couldn't be there, but thought about all the fun you guys were up to. I'm starting to get out some, hopefully we can get together soon for some hooking and good talk.
    xo
    dulcy

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  4. JuliaSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Wow Tammy, such a great show. Thanks for posting great photos of the rugs and also posting that link for sewing wool on cording. I love this brilliant idea. Thanks for sharing. JB

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  5. woollylottrugsSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Great rug show Tammy. I love the rug that took second place. Actually loved all the rugs!!! Thanks for sharing.

    cyndi
    xo

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  6. Cathy G.September 11, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    It's always a joy to see the labors of love, hard work and creativity all displayed! Thanks Tammy for the great photos!
    Cathy G

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  7. saltboxSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Thanks Tammy for a great job posting the Truman Lake Rug Show and Hook In pictures, we had a blast and we were blessed to have had a great crowd. It was good to see you.

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  8. saltboxSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Thanks Tammy for a great job posting the Truman Lake Rug Show and Hook In pictures, we had a blast and we were blessed to have had a great crowd. It was good to see you.

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  9. April DeConickSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Thanks for showing these. Do you know who hooked the abstract cat pictured above the rug with the ducks?

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