[Nfb-krafters-korner] Nfb-krafters-korner Digest, Vol 46, Issue 20

Fri May 20 12:52:54 UTC 2011

Welcome Holly;
My name is Terry Powers, from Maryland.  My main craft is plastic camvis.  It is like needle point, but done on a plastic grid, with larger holes.  I knit, still learning and am learning the knifty knitter loom safty pin beading and a little beading.  I also sing and play the guitar, but have not kept up with it, much, since I hurt my back.  Hope to get back to it soon.  I love country and gosple.
Terry P.

-----Original Message-----
From: holly mcknight [mailto:hollyandpolly at hotmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 3:00 PM
To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Nfb-krafters-korner Digest, Vol 46, Issue 20

Hello, I tried to edit my message body, but my computer seems to have a mind of its own.  I have tried unsuccessfully to introduce myself to this list before.  My name is Holly McKnight, I live in Texas and I have recently started making beaded bracelets.  I am having a ball.  I am curious also about other crafts that people with low or no vision do.  I do know a couple of people on this list and I know how talented they are. I never thought of myself as an artsy person, other than the fact that I sing, but I am learning that that may not actually be the case.  Thanks for welcoming to the group.  I look forward to learning a lot. Holly and my guide Pollyann

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> 1. Re: Hello everybody! (Henrietta Brewer)
> 2. Re: Hello everybody! (Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E])
> 3. Re: Hello everybody! (joseli Walter)
> 4. Re: Hello everybody! (Blindhands at aol.com)
> 5. Fwd: [Chapter-presidents] Please Participate in the Adult
> Rehabilitation and ... (Blindhands at aol.com)
> 6. Re: Hello everybody! (River Woman)
> 7. Re: Hello everybody! (Annette Carr)
> 8. Re: Hello everybody! (joseli Walter)
> 9. Re: Hello everybody! (Dick Carlson)
> 10. Re: Hello everybody! (River Woman)
> 11. Re: Collage for Willy (River Woman)
> 12. Re: Hello everybody! (River Woman)
> 13. Coloring with Willie (Susan Roe)
> 14. Re: Coloring with Willie (Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E])
> 15. Re: Coloring with Willie (River Woman)
> 16. Re: Polling Question Being Asked -- was: re: polling (Dixie)
> 17. Hairpin lace pattern (Becky Frankeberger)
> 18. Re: Coloring with Willie (Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E])
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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 13:57:07 -0400
> From: Henrietta Brewer <gary.brewer at comcast.net>
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> Message-ID: <AFCB879F-4D96-4C59-9257-FEDEF062CC2C at comcast.net>
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> Hmm good idea. How about trying to put the items back on the design. This would be tough. But good for small motor development.
> Henrietta
> On May 18, 2011, at 9:34 AM, Dixie wrote:
>
> > To add to this,
> > You could make a flat slab of clay. Then using all kinds of things press a
> > design into the clay. Using any number of things that make textures. The
> > top of a Lego, the tines of a fork, the back side of the leaf, a leaf with
> > many little leaves to it, anything that will leave a mark. Then after the
> > item is dried, the game is to feel the clay and recall what it was that made
> > that texture in the clay.
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:17 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay that
> >
> > is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> > of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> > the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves or
> > small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it over
> > some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> > nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> > made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats of
> >
> > Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> > sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> > if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> > Lynda River Woman
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> >> trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves in
> >> a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and learn to
> >
> >> identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or zoo.
> >> When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I liked
> >
> >> to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I think they
> >> might even have some that they can make things like cars, trucks and
> >> rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid about building and
> >
> >> creativity.
> >> Terry P.
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> >> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> >> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >> Hello again everybody!
> >>
> >> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the past
> >> three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a lot of
> >> email.
> >> I had to get back on.
> >> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from time
> >> to time.
> >> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just turned
> >> seven years old.
> >> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been doing
> >> so far.
> >> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> >> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> >> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more. I
> >> guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> >> Not good!
> >> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> >> kids.
> >>
> >> Take care,
> >> Dick
> >>
> >>
> >>
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> ------------------------------
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> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 16:23:45 -0400
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
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> Neet idea. It could turn into a picture!
>
> Terry P.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dixie [mailto:blueherons at sbcglobal.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 9:34 AM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
> To add to this,
> You could make a flat slab of clay. Then using all kinds of things press a design into the clay. Using any number of things that make textures. The top of a Lego, the tines of a fork, the back side of the leaf, a leaf with many little leaves to it, anything that will leave a mark. Then after the item is dried, the game is to feel the clay and recall what it was that made that texture in the clay.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:17 AM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
> Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay that
>
> is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves or small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it over some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats of
>
> Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> > trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> > in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> > learn to
>
> > identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or zoo.
> > When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> > liked
>
> > to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I think they
> > might even have some that they can make things like cars, trucks and
> > rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid about building
> > and
>
> > creativity.
> > Terry P.
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> > To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Hello again everybody!
> >
> > Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> > past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> > lot of email.
> > I had to get back on.
> > Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> > time to time.
> > You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> > turned seven years old.
> > He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> > doing so far.
> > I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> > There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> > One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> > I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> > Not good!
> > Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> > kids.
> >
> > Take care,
> > Dick
> >
> >
> >
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> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 16:09:30 -0500
> From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
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> Hey I never thought of floor wax as a varnish. I usually use the stinky
> spray on stuff I got at walmart in the craft section. It's good, but smells
> like heck!
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:17 AM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
> Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay that
> is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves or
> small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it over
> some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats of
> Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> > trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> > in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> > learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> zoo.
> > When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> > liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> > think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> > trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> > about building and creativity.
> > Terry P.
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> > To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Hello again everybody!
> >
> > Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> > past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> > lot of email.
> > I had to get back on.
> > Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> > time to time.
> > You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> > turned seven years old.
> > He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> > doing so far.
> > I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> > There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> > One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> > I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> > Not good!
> > Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> > kids.
> >
> > Take care,
> > Dick
> >
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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> Message: 4
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 17:40:06 EDT
> From: Blindhands at aol.com
> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> Message-ID: <238ba.43159965.3b0596b6 at aol.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII"
>
> Welcome back Dick and hello to Willie.
>
> I was wondering how things were going with you and Willie. I am glad you
> found your way back here.
>
> Joyce Kane
> _www.KraftersKorner.org_ (http://www.krafterskorner.org/)
> Blindhands at AOL.com
>
>
> In a message dated 5/18/2011 2:33:21 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net writes:
>
> Hello again everybody!
>
> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the past
> three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a lot of
> email.
> I had to get back on.
> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from time
> to
> time.
> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just turned
> seven years old.
> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been doing so
> far.
> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more. I
> guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> Not
> good!
> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for kids.
>
> Take care,
> Dick
>
>
>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 18:37:26 EDT
> From: Blindhands at aol.com
> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Fwd: [Chapter-presidents] Please
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> Joyce Kane
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> Blindhands at AOL.com
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> CC: EBell at latech.edu, MRiccobono at nfb.org
> Sent: 5/18/2011 1:59:26 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time
> Subj: [Chapter-presidents] Please Participate in the Adult Rehabilitation
> and Employment Survey and Circulate to Your Members
>
>
>
> The following invitation comes from Eddie Bell, director of the
> Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness at Louisiana Tech
> University.
> Dear Chapter President:
> By now, you have probably heard of the Adult Rehabilitation and Employment
> Survey (ARES) that is being conducted by the Professional Development and
> Research Institute on Blindness at Louisiana Tech University. If you have
> participated in this survey, thank you very much for your help.
> To date, we have collected complete responses from 597individuals, both me
> n and women. These individuals report being members of the ACB, the NFB,
> both ACB and NFB, or who do not affiliate with any organization of the blind.
> The respondents also represent a cross-section of society with respect to
> their having gone to college, received training, involvement in community
> programs, and participation in the workforce. This means that we are already
> collecting data from a great cross-section of society, which is a very
> good thing.
> However, for this study to have really meaningful results, we need to
> reach more blind adults who can share their experiences. This invitation is
> being sent to you in the hope that you will be willing to share this
> information with all adults who are blind/visually impaired and who are of working
> age. Because of your position, you may be able to forward this onto other
> email lists, read it at your chapter meetings, and share with any other
> blind/visually impaired adults you may know.
> For your convenience, we have two options to complete the survey. They
> are:
> 1. Go to _www.pdrib.com/ares_ (http://www.pdrib.com/ares) and complete the
> survey online.
> 2. You can contact our office and someone will take your responses over
> the phone. You can call 318-257-4554, or e-mail _dseilhan at latech.edu_
> (mailto:dseilhan at latech.edu) to make these arrangements.
> This survey should not take more than ten minutes of your time. All of
> your responses will be kept strictly confidential?no information you share
> will be released about you in any form. This is entirely voluntary, and you
> may exit out of the survey at any time. Your experiences are very important
> to us, and if you do exit the survey, your information will not be used, so
> we appreciate your cooperation.
> We cannot thank you enough for your time and attention to our work. For
> those who do participate in this survey, you will be entered into a drawing
> where 5 individuals will win a $100 VISA gift card. So, take ten minutes to
> share your experiences with us and get a chance to win!
> Any questions about the survey, contact Dr. Edward Bell, 318-257-4554,
> ebell at latech.edu.
>
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> Message: 6
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 21:00:00 -0400
> From: "River Woman" <riverwoman at zoominternet.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> Message-ID: <A7D2B43A1890423EA07DD3C5BD449506 at Lambert>
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>
> Yes, in our pottery shop, we use Johnson's Mop and Glow (Not the dollar
> store brand) and it just sinks into the bisque clay after it has been fired
> and makes the clay come ALIVE and it smells sooooo good. I usually put on
> several coats - each coat bring up the GLOW of the clay - I especially love
> it on the low fire terra cotta clay - will make your pottery SING. Try it.
>
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 5:09 PM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Hey I never thought of floor wax as a varnish. I usually use the stinky
> > spray on stuff I got at walmart in the craft section. It's good, but
> > smells
> > like heck!
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:17 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay
> > that
> > is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> > of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> > the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves
> > or
> > small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it
> > over
> > some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> > nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> > made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats
> > of
> > Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> > sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> > if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> > Lynda River Woman
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> >> trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> >> in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> >> learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> > zoo.
> >> When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> >> liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> >> think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> >> trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> >> about building and creativity.
> >> Terry P.
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> >> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> >> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >> Hello again everybody!
> >>
> >> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> >> past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> >> lot of email.
> >> I had to get back on.
> >> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> >> time to time.
> >> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> >> turned seven years old.
> >> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> >> doing so far.
> >> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> >> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> >> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> >> I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> >> Not good!
> >> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> >> kids.
> >>
> >> Take care,
> >> Dick
> >>
> >>
> >>
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> >>
> >
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> >
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 22:04:50 -0400
> From: "Annette Carr" <amcarr1 at verizon.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> Message-ID: <003f01cc15c9$23ba8d60$6b2fa820$@verizon.net>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII
>
> Lynda,
>
> Where do you get these types of clay. I really miss playing with clay. I
> loved it when my daughter was into play dough and Model Magic. I have fond
> memories of being a kid and playing with Silly Putty and that green clay
> that was hard and stiff until you worked it in your hands for a while. I
> can't say that I was too fond of the smell left on your hands from it.
>
> On my list of ToDo's is to take a Potter's wheel class. I had a chance to
> use one when I was a kid at the residential school for the blind, but never
> got to spend as much time doing it as I would have liked.
>
> Annette
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:17 AM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
> Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay that
> is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves or
> small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it over
> some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats of
> Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> > trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> > in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> > learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> zoo.
> > When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> > liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> > think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> > trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> > about building and creativity.
> > Terry P.
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> > To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Hello again everybody!
> >
> > Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> > past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> > lot of email.
> > I had to get back on.
> > Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> > time to time.
> > You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> > turned seven years old.
> > He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> > doing so far.
> > I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> > There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> > One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> > I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> > Not good!
> > Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> > kids.
> >
> > Take care,
> > Dick
> >
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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> > erry.powers%40nih.gov
> >
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> > iverwoman%40zoominternet.net
> >
> >
>
>
>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 22:17:42 -0500
> From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> Message-ID: <2DD25213A7C54DC489AFF37B974507AC at D8C1JWG1>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII"
>
> Wonder if it'll work on the crayola clay? It's an air dry clay that I use a
> lot.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:00 PM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
> Yes, in our pottery shop, we use Johnson's Mop and Glow (Not the dollar
> store brand) and it just sinks into the bisque clay after it has been fired
> and makes the clay come ALIVE and it smells sooooo good. I usually put on
> several coats - each coat bring up the GLOW of the clay - I especially love
> it on the low fire terra cotta clay - will make your pottery SING. Try it.
>
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 5:09 PM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Hey I never thought of floor wax as a varnish. I usually use the stinky
> > spray on stuff I got at walmart in the craft section. It's good, but
> > smells
> > like heck!
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:17 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay
> > that
> > is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> > of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> > the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves
> > or
> > small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it
> > over
> > some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> > nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> > made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats
> > of
> > Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> > sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> > if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> > Lynda River Woman
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> >> trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> >> in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> >> learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> > zoo.
> >> When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> >> liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> >> think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> >> trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> >> about building and creativity.
> >> Terry P.
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> >> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> >> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >> Hello again everybody!
> >>
> >> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> >> past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> >> lot of email.
> >> I had to get back on.
> >> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> >> time to time.
> >> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> >> turned seven years old.
> >> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> >> doing so far.
> >> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> >> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> >> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> >> I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> >> Not good!
> >> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> >> kids.
> >>
> >> Take care,
> >> Dick
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> _______________________________________________
> >> Nfb-krafters-korner mailing list
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> >> erry.powers%40nih.gov
> >>
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> >> iverwoman%40zoominternet.net
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
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>
> Message: 9
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 00:42:46 -0700
> From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
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>
> Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
>
> First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's been a
> busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time with him as
> he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when school's been out. His
> mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
>
> First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about exploring or
> trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow, and I taught him what
> snow was and he actually played in the snow. I taught him about making a
> snowball. I actually had a bit more fun than was necessary, as I kind of
> guided Willy's hand to throw the ball right as his mom was coming our way,
> and like a true champ, he hit her. She was not happy, because I did the
> same thing.
>
> He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind. One
> thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer, when I
> first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into many things.
> We're working on that now.
>
> Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a craft,
> but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I had him
> outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and flowers. He liked
> some of those smells and now that spring is here, it's great! In fact, I
> taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and he's begun seeing them grow. I
> chose beans because they grow fast and can be planted anywhere.
>
> Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked his
> interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids did were
> somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some pictures, which he
> couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing pictures as well. Again,
> he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher what
> kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to just give him
> a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him to scribble or color.
>
> Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw and he
> wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of my pictures.
> It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could do
> that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just color inside
> the lines. I don't know.
>
> Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project he did
> before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another collage, and I'm
> all for that. However, I know that I want things to go differently than
> before. For instance, I want to use some kind of thick cardboard to put the
> stuff on so that it's easier to handle. Also, I told Willy that if we were
> going to do another "picture" as he calls it, then he was going to have to
> do a lot more of the work, and that's where I'm going to want your help and
> encouragement. If you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle
> Dick did all of the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand me
> the material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out that
> using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most of the
> gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some ideas. This
> time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the work. In fact, I think
> it would be fun for both of us to do the work together but I might decide to
> do it also under blindfold so that we're both not using our eyes. I also
> want Willy to feel and know that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I don't
> think it will be a good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least since
> November since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but now
> even he said that he would do more.
> What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use nature
> things along with other things like before but he will also have a lot more
> input. It will also give him a chance to use his hands a lot more to feel
> around and really look at what he's doing and how it's coming. He and I
> will also just have to learn to paste things on and use and spread glue.
> I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways. Also,
> maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things this
> way.
>
> Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these projects!
> Good or kids doing this stuff!
>
> Dick
>
> We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 07:18:39 -0400
> From: "River Woman" <riverwoman at zoominternet.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
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>
> Give it a try and let us know. One thing I do that is so beautiful is: I
> mix terra cotta red clay with a white clay - all low fire clays. It makes a
> marbelized clay when rolled into a slab or shaped. It is stunning, and when
> you put that Johnsons Mop and Glow onto the surface, you just cannot imagine
> how beautiful a piece you get. It makes the most beautiful things.
> Remember, low fire clays are not food safe, they are for decorative things,
> and you would not eat or put food in these things.
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 11:17 PM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Wonder if it'll work on the crayola clay? It's an air dry clay that I use
> > a
> > lot.
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:00 PM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Yes, in our pottery shop, we use Johnson's Mop and Glow (Not the dollar
> > store brand) and it just sinks into the bisque clay after it has been
> > fired
> > and makes the clay come ALIVE and it smells sooooo good. I usually put on
> > several coats - each coat bring up the GLOW of the clay - I especially
> > love
> > it on the low fire terra cotta clay - will make your pottery SING. Try it.
> >
> > Lynda River Woman
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "joseli Walter" <joseli at thezoolady.net>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 5:09 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Hey I never thought of floor wax as a varnish. I usually use the stinky
> >> spray on stuff I got at walmart in the craft section. It's good, but
> >> smells
> >> like heck!
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> >> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:17 AM
> >> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> >> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >> Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay
> >> that
> >> is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the
> >> idea
> >> of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> >> the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves
> >> or
> >> small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it
> >> over
> >> some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> >> nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he
> >> has
> >> made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats
> >> of
> >> Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> >> sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor
> >> wax
> >> if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> >> Lynda River Woman
> >> ----- Original Message -----
> >> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> >> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> >> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> >> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >>
> >>> Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> >>> trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> >>> in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> >>> learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> >> zoo.
> >>> When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> >>> liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> >>> think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> >>> trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> >>> about building and creativity.
> >>> Terry P.
> >>>
> >>> -----Original Message-----
> >>> From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> >>> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> >>> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> >>> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>>
> >>> Hello again everybody!
> >>>
> >>> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> >>> past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> >>> lot of email.
> >>> I had to get back on.
> >>> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> >>> time to time.
> >>> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> >>> turned seven years old.
> >>> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> >>> doing so far.
> >>> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going
> >>> OK!
> >>> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> >>> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> >>> I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty.
> >>> Hmmm.
> >>> Not good!
> >>> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> >>> kids.
> >>>
> >>> Take care,
> >>> Dick
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 11
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 07:34:26 -0400
> From: "River Woman" <riverwoman at zoominternet.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Collage for Willy
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>
> Here is my thoughts on your new collage project.
>
> For the backing: go to the lumber yard. Have them cut up a piece of cheap
> paneling or (better yet) masonite. You can have it cut to the size of
> pieces you want, very cheaply. This is the kind of backing a professional
> artist whould use to do a collage that will have objects on it because it is
> substantial and will hold the objects without bending or deteriorating. You
> can put a coat of any kind of paint on it first just to prime it. I would
> use an acrylic base paint - any color at all will do.
>
> For the glue, use Elmer's glue. It is wet and thick and he can FEEL it very
> well. It is water based, so he can wash his hands whenever he wants so he
> does not feel dirty. I am a neat freak myself, so I wash my hands OFTEN when
> making art, or doing pottery.
>
> The Elmer's glue will dry TRANSPARENT - so he does not have to worry at all
> about overuse of glue or puddling, or anything like this. Just give it a few
> hours, and it will dry transparent.
>
> The other thing that is great about using the masonite is that you now have
> a nice substantial base for your project. When it is finished, you can put a
> bought frame around it and it will LOOK very professional and will look
> great hanging on the wall.
>
> Have them cut your board in standard sizes so you can purchase a frame. It
> is very important to pay attention to the FINISHING of a project so that it
> is pleasing to the person who makes it and pleasing to anyone who views it.
> Finish it with a bought frame - and hang it on the wall for all to enjoy.
>
> I would never use any kind of paper or cardboard to put an art work on -
> they are not substantial and they are not archival. They have ACID in them
> and will turn yellow and eventually will destroy themselves. Plus, they look
> terrible - you want to use GOOD things that will stand up over time.
>
> For only 7 years old, this little boy is amazing. What a wonderful child he
> is - have FUN.
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 3:42 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
> >
> > First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's been
> > a
> > busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time with him as
> > he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when school's been out. His
> > mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
> >
> > First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about exploring or
> > trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow, and I taught him
> > what
> > snow was and he actually played in the snow. I taught him about making a
> > snowball. I actually had a bit more fun than was necessary, as I kind of
> > guided Willy's hand to throw the ball right as his mom was coming our way,
> > and like a true champ, he hit her. She was not happy, because I did the
> > same thing.
> >
> > He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind.
> > One
> > thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> > getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer, when
> > I
> > first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into many things.
> > We're working on that now.
> >
> > Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a
> > craft,
> > but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I had him
> > outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and flowers. He liked
> > some of those smells and now that spring is here, it's great! In fact, I
> > taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and he's begun seeing them grow. I
> > chose beans because they grow fast and can be planted anywhere.
> >
> > Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked his
> > interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids did were
> > somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some pictures, which he
> > couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing pictures as well. Again,
> > he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher what
> > kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to just give
> > him
> > a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him to scribble or
> > color.
> >
> > Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw and
> > he
> > wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of my
> > pictures.
> > It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could do
> > that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just color
> > inside
> > the lines. I don't know.
> >
> > Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project he
> > did
> > before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another collage, and
> > I'm
> > all for that. However, I know that I want things to go differently than
> > before. For instance, I want to use some kind of thick cardboard to put
> > the
> > stuff on so that it's easier to handle. Also, I told Willy that if we
> > were
> > going to do another "picture" as he calls it, then he was going to have to
> > do a lot more of the work, and that's where I'm going to want your help
> > and
> > encouragement. If you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle
> > Dick did all of the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand me
> > the material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out that
> > using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most of the
> > gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some ideas. This
> > time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the work. In fact, I
> > think
> > it would be fun for both of us to do the work together but I might decide
> > to
> > do it also under blindfold so that we're both not using our eyes. I also
> > want Willy to feel and know that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I
> > don't
> > think it will be a good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least since
> > November since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but now
> > even he said that he would do more.
> > What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use
> > nature
> > things along with other things like before but he will also have a lot
> > more
> > input. It will also give him a chance to use his hands a lot more to feel
> > around and really look at what he's doing and how it's coming. He and I
> > will also just have to learn to paste things on and use and spread glue.
> > I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways. Also,
> > maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things this
> > way.
> >
> > Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these
> > projects!
> > Good or kids doing this stuff!
> >
> > Dick
> >
> > We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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> >
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 12
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 07:37:58 -0400
> From: "River Woman" <riverwoman at zoominternet.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
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>
> You can call craft shops to see who has it. Or, go on-line and find it and
> have it shipped to you.
>
> I use clay from Standard Ceramic Supply in Carnegie, PA. They ship it.
> but this clay requires using a kiln. I use the 103 and 105 Low Fire Clays,
> and I use the 553 Mid-Fire Clays in my work. I buy my glazes from this
> place, too. They will ship anything anywhere.
>
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Annette Carr" <amcarr1 at verizon.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 10:04 PM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Lynda,
> >
> > Where do you get these types of clay. I really miss playing with clay. I
> > loved it when my daughter was into play dough and Model Magic. I have
> > fond
> > memories of being a kid and playing with Silly Putty and that green clay
> > that was hard and stiff until you worked it in your hands for a while. I
> > can't say that I was too fond of the smell left on your hands from it.
> >
> > On my list of ToDo's is to take a Potter's wheel class. I had a chance to
> > use one when I was a kid at the residential school for the blind, but
> > never
> > got to spend as much time doing it as I would have liked.
> >
> > Annette
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> > [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of River Woman
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 8:17 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> > Have you thought of clay? You can get self hardening clay, or even clay
> > that
> > is low fire that you could fire in your home oven. To pick up on the idea
> > of using things fron nature that was suggested, you could use leaves with
> > the clay, too. You roll it out with a rolling pin, then roll the leaves
> > or
> > small twigs into the clay. Then give the "slab" a shape by slumping it
> > over
> > some soft material or wadded up newspaper....He can make some really nice
> > nature inspired plates or bowls this way and he can FEEL the images he has
> > made as well as the shape. After firing this clay, give it a couple coats
> > of
> > Johnson's Mop and Glow floor wax. It will bring out the beautty and soft
> > sheen of this clay. You could add a little food coloring to the floor wax
> > if you want a soft color on the clay as well.
> > Lynda River Woman
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:46 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Welcome back dick. How about introducing him to the flowers and the
> >> trees, I mean the different kind of leaves. Kids like to press leaves
> >> in a book and learn their shape. Flowers are fun to smell, feal and
> >> learn to identify. Even nuts in the fall. How about going to a farm or
> > zoo.
> >> When I was a kid I played with American bricks, every time I got. I
> >> liked to build houses, churches and cabins out of Lincon Logs. I
> >> think they might even have some that they can make things like cars,
> >> trucks and rockets. They are fun and not messy. It teaches a kid
> >> about building and creativity.
> >> Terry P.
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Dick Carlson [mailto:dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net]
> >> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 2:32 AM
> >> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> >> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >>
> >> Hello again everybody!
> >>
> >> Dick Carlson here once again. I had to get off many lists for the
> >> past three months due to being so busy and not available as much for a
> >> lot of email.
> >> I had to get back on.
> >> Anyway, this was a good list for good ideas and I hope to write from
> >> time to time.
> >> You guys remember me dealing a lot with my nephew Willy, who just
> >> turned seven years old.
> >> He's been in school and is doing quite well for what all he's been
> >> doing so far.
> >> I still look after him and am helping raise him, and things are going OK!
> >> There has been some great improvement in some areas as well.
> >> One thing he's asked lately is why we haven't done any art any more.
> >> I guess it's been a little while since we've done anything crafty. Hmmm.
> >> Not good!
> >> Anyway, I guess we're going to get back to trying some fun crafts for
> >> kids.
> >>
> >> Take care,
> >> Dick
> >>
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> Message: 13
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 06:13:48 -0600
> From: "Susan Roe" <dogwoodfarm at verizon.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
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> Hi Dick,
>
> One way you can help him color is to first introduce him to simple shapes by
> taking a bottle of either elmers glue or the tacky glue and tracing the
> shapes on a piece of paper with a simple glue line, letting it dry and then
> giving him the crayons to fill in the spaces inside the raised lines. He
> should be able to feel on the paper where the lines are and where the
> colored in areas are as well.
>
> Susan
> dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 1:42 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
> >
> > First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's been
> > a
> > busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time with him as
> > he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when school's been out. His
> > mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
> >
> > First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about exploring or
> > trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow, and I taught him
> > what
> > snow was and he actually played in the snow. I taught him about making a
> > snowball. I actually had a bit more fun than was necessary, as I kind of
> > guided Willy's hand to throw the ball right as his mom was coming our way,
> > and like a true champ, he hit her. She was not happy, because I did the
> > same thing.
> >
> > He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind.
> > One
> > thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> > getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer, when
> > I
> > first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into many things.
> > We're working on that now.
> >
> > Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a
> > craft,
> > but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I had him
> > outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and flowers. He liked
> > some of those smells and now that spring is here, it's great! In fact, I
> > taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and he's begun seeing them grow. I
> > chose beans because they grow fast and can be planted anywhere.
> >
> > Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked his
> > interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids did were
> > somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some pictures, which he
> > couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing pictures as well. Again,
> > he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher what
> > kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to just give
> > him
> > a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him to scribble or
> > color.
> >
> > Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw and
> > he
> > wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of my
> > pictures.
> > It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could do
> > that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just color
> > inside
> > the lines. I don't know.
> >
> > Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project he
> > did
> > before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another collage, and
> > I'm
> > all for that. However, I know that I want things to go differently than
> > before. For instance, I want to use some kind of thick cardboard to put
> > the
> > stuff on so that it's easier to handle. Also, I told Willy that if we
> > were
> > going to do another "picture" as he calls it, then he was going to have to
> > do a lot more of the work, and that's where I'm going to want your help
> > and
> > encouragement. If you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle
> > Dick did all of the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand me
> > the material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out that
> > using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most of the
> > gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some ideas. This
> > time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the work. In fact, I
> > think
> > it would be fun for both of us to do the work together but I might decide
> > to
> > do it also under blindfold so that we're both not using our eyes. I also
> > want Willy to feel and know that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I
> > don't
> > think it will be a good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least since
> > November since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but now
> > even he said that he would do more.
> > What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use
> > nature
> > things along with other things like before but he will also have a lot
> > more
> > input. It will also give him a chance to use his hands a lot more to feel
> > around and really look at what he's doing and how it's coming. He and I
> > will also just have to learn to paste things on and use and spread glue.
> > I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways. Also,
> > maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things this
> > way.
> >
> > Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these
> > projects!
> > Good or kids doing this stuff!
> >
> > Dick
> >
> > We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
> >
> >
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> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 14
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 08:25:11 -0400
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
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>
> There is a pen like object, that has a bumpy wheel on the end for drawing raised lines. Also there is a braille cumpus for drawing circules. Check with the NFB store for these. Also there are braille rulers for drawing lines. The wheel will give you a line on the other side of the paper, if I remember right. I have not used one since in school.
> If you have a brailler, lines and shapes can be created with the brailler and he can color them.
> When coloring, try to describe colors by relating them to things in real life, like blue being the wide ocean, orange being the sun set Or the warm sun shine, green being the grass under his feet when you go walking in a field.
>
> Terry P.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Susan Roe [mailto:dogwoodfarm at verizon.net]
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:14 AM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
>
> Hi Dick,
>
> One way you can help him color is to first introduce him to simple shapes by taking a bottle of either elmers glue or the tacky glue and tracing the shapes on a piece of paper with a simple glue line, letting it dry and then giving him the crayons to fill in the spaces inside the raised lines. He should be able to feel on the paper where the lines are and where the colored in areas are as well.
>
> Susan
> dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 1:42 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
>
>
> > Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
> >
> > First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's been
> > a
> > busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time with him as
> > he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when school's been out. His
> > mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
> >
> > First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about exploring or
> > trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow, and I taught him
> > what
> > snow was and he actually played in the snow. I taught him about making a
> > snowball. I actually had a bit more fun than was necessary, as I kind of
> > guided Willy's hand to throw the ball right as his mom was coming our way,
> > and like a true champ, he hit her. She was not happy, because I did the
> > same thing.
> >
> > He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind.
> > One
> > thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> > getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer, when
> > I
> > first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into many things.
> > We're working on that now.
> >
> > Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a
> > craft,
> > but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I had him
> > outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and flowers. He liked
> > some of those smells and now that spring is here, it's great! In fact, I
> > taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and he's begun seeing them grow. I
> > chose beans because they grow fast and can be planted anywhere.
> >
> > Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked his
> > interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids did were
> > somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some pictures, which he
> > couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing pictures as well. Again,
> > he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher what
> > kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to just give
> > him
> > a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him to scribble or
> > color.
> >
> > Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw and
> > he
> > wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of my
> > pictures.
> > It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could do
> > that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just color
> > inside
> > the lines. I don't know.
> >
> > Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project he
> > did
> > before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another collage, and
> > I'm
> > all for that. However, I know that I want things to go differently than
> > before. For instance, I want to use some kind of thick cardboard to put
> > the
> > stuff on so that it's easier to handle. Also, I told Willy that if we
> > were
> > going to do another "picture" as he calls it, then he was going to have to
> > do a lot more of the work, and that's where I'm going to want your help
> > and
> > encouragement. If you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle
> > Dick did all of the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand me
> > the material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out that
> > using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most of the
> > gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some ideas. This
> > time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the work. In fact, I
> > think
> > it would be fun for both of us to do the work together but I might decide
> > to
> > do it also under blindfold so that we're both not using our eyes. I also
> > want Willy to feel and know that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I
> > don't
> > think it will be a good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least since
> > November since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but now
> > even he said that he would do more.
> > What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use
> > nature
> > things along with other things like before but he will also have a lot
> > more
> > input. It will also give him a chance to use his hands a lot more to feel
> > around and really look at what he's doing and how it's coming. He and I
> > will also just have to learn to paste things on and use and spread glue.
> > I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways. Also,
> > maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things this
> > way.
> >
> > Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these
> > projects!
> > Good or kids doing this stuff!
> >
> > Dick
> >
> > We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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> Message: 15
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 08:50:11 -0400
> From: "River Woman" <riverwoman at zoominternet.net>
> To: "List for blind crafters and artists"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
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> Another Idea for coloring is to put flat but textured objects under the
> paper. Put a LEAF or a cardboard cut out shape, under the paper. Then,
> using the crayons, begin coloring over the shapes and they will appear in
> the drawing - you can use the mesh bag that comes with onions; crumpled
> paper flattened out, screening, leaves; tooth pics; templates you get at the
> craft store come in lots of shapes; quilting templates that give outlines
> can be purchased at the fabric dept at JoAnn's; coins; masking tape on the
> table below the paper; and lots more things like this. This gives freedom
> without having to try to stay inside of lines, yet makes a very colorful
> picture. And, since he is only 7 years old, would be so much fun without
> worries for him.
>
> I think the teacher at school could think ahead as to HOW he can participate
> in the projects. I am a teacher and it's important to make sure that every
> student in the classroom has a successful outcome with every project. this
> takes forethought on my part and the last thing I would want is for someone
> in the classroom to be left out and not enjoy each project. Students have
> different ways of learning and it is the teachers JOB to be sure to figure
> out HOW each child can and will do a project. It is important for him to be
> included in ALL the teachings and projects and it is important for the
> TEACHER to figure out HOW to do this. That is what teaching is all about -
> Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:25 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
>
>
> > There is a pen like object, that has a bumpy wheel on the end for drawing
> > raised lines. Also there is a braille cumpus for drawing circules. Check
> > with the NFB store for these. Also there are braille rulers for drawing
> > lines. The wheel will give you a line on the other side of the paper, if
> > I remember right. I have not used one since in school.
> > If you have a brailler, lines and shapes can be created with the brailler
> > and he can color them.
> > When coloring, try to describe colors by relating them to things in real
> > life, like blue being the wide ocean, orange being the sun set Or the warm
> > sun shine, green being the grass under his feet when you go walking in a
> > field.
> >
> > Terry P.
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Susan Roe [mailto:dogwoodfarm at verizon.net]
> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:14 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
> >
> > Hi Dick,
> >
> > One way you can help him color is to first introduce him to simple shapes
> > by taking a bottle of either elmers glue or the tacky glue and tracing the
> > shapes on a piece of paper with a simple glue line, letting it dry and
> > then giving him the crayons to fill in the spaces inside the raised lines.
> > He should be able to feel on the paper where the lines are and where the
> > colored in areas are as well.
> >
> > Susan
> > dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 1:42 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
> >>
> >> First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's been
> >> a
> >> busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time with him as
> >> he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when school's been out.
> >> His
> >> mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
> >>
> >> First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about exploring
> >> or
> >> trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow, and I taught him
> >> what
> >> snow was and he actually played in the snow. I taught him about making a
> >> snowball. I actually had a bit more fun than was necessary, as I kind of
> >> guided Willy's hand to throw the ball right as his mom was coming our
> >> way,
> >> and like a true champ, he hit her. She was not happy, because I did the
> >> same thing.
> >>
> >> He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind.
> >> One
> >> thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> >> getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer,
> >> when
> >> I
> >> first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into many things.
> >> We're working on that now.
> >>
> >> Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a
> >> craft,
> >> but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I had him
> >> outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and flowers. He liked
> >> some of those smells and now that spring is here, it's great! In fact, I
> >> taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and he's begun seeing them grow. I
> >> chose beans because they grow fast and can be planted anywhere.
> >>
> >> Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked his
> >> interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids did were
> >> somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some pictures, which
> >> he
> >> couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing pictures as well.
> >> Again,
> >> he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher what
> >> kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to just give
> >> him
> >> a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him to scribble or
> >> color.
> >>
> >> Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw and
> >> he
> >> wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of my
> >> pictures.
> >> It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could do
> >> that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just color
> >> inside
> >> the lines. I don't know.
> >>
> >> Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project he
> >> did
> >> before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another collage, and
> >> I'm
> >> all for that. However, I know that I want things to go differently than
> >> before. For instance, I want to use some kind of thick cardboard to put
> >> the
> >> stuff on so that it's easier to handle. Also, I told Willy that if we
> >> were
> >> going to do another "picture" as he calls it, then he was going to have
> >> to
> >> do a lot more of the work, and that's where I'm going to want your help
> >> and
> >> encouragement. If you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle
> >> Dick did all of the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand
> >> me
> >> the material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out
> >> that
> >> using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most of the
> >> gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some ideas. This
> >> time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the work. In fact, I
> >> think
> >> it would be fun for both of us to do the work together but I might decide
> >> to
> >> do it also under blindfold so that we're both not using our eyes. I also
> >> want Willy to feel and know that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I
> >> don't
> >> think it will be a good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least
> >> since
> >> November since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but
> >> now
> >> even he said that he would do more.
> >> What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use
> >> nature
> >> things along with other things like before but he will also have a lot
> >> more
> >> input. It will also give him a chance to use his hands a lot more to
> >> feel
> >> around and really look at what he's doing and how it's coming. He and I
> >> will also just have to learn to paste things on and use and spread glue.
> >> I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways.
> >> Also,
> >> maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things
> >> this
> >> way.
> >>
> >> Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these
> >> projects!
> >> Good or kids doing this stuff!
> >>
> >> Dick
> >>
> >> We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
> >>
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> Message: 16
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 11:38:31 -0400
> From: "Dixie" <blueherons at sbcglobal.net>
> To: "'Eileen Scrivani'" <ETSCRIVANI at VERIZON.NET>, "'List for blind
> crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Polling Question Being Asked --
> was: re: polling
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> Just a reminder, you have until midnight tomorrow, May 20th to get in your
> votes.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Eileen Scrivani
> Sent: Friday, May 13, 2011 9:16 PM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Polling Question Being Asked -- was: re:
> polling
>
> Everyone:
> I thought the question would have been sent out more clearly labled and I
> almost missed the below thinking it was a general post to the list. So Paid
>
> members, please read below and realize the Polling has started and the
> question is contained in the below message.
>
> Eileen -- read on
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Blindhands at aol.com
> Sent: Friday, May 13, 2011 8:01 PM
> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] polling
>
> I said it would be out by this weekend and I can not believe what is going
> on with the comments. I hope this will put an end to this.
>
> All paid members must send to _Blindhands at aol.com_
> (mailto:Blindhands at aol.com) or call 203 378 8928 to cast your polling
> vote. If you call me please
> leave your name, phone number so if I have any questions I can contact you.
>
> If you send me an email to cast your polling vote in the subject line
> please title it "Vote"
>
> I will need your name [first and last] put within the email and a simple
> yes or no will be enough.
> Polling Question:
>
> Do you want the NFB Krafters Division to stop recording classes?
>
> Please note I said I would give you 10 days to reply, I have changed my
> mind and you have until midnight May 20th to send me an email or call me.
> Do
> not reply to this email with your vote. You need to send an email to:
> _Blindhands at aol.com_ (mailto:Blindhands at aol.com)
>
> No votes given by replying to this list will be counted.
>
> Joyce Kane
> _www.KraftersKorner.org_ (http://www.krafterskorner.org/)
> Blindhands at AOL.com
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> Message: 17
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 09:09:48 -0700
> From: "Becky Frankeberger" <b.butterfly at comcast.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hairpin lace pattern
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> hairpin crochet was traditionally used for trims, insertions, edgings,
> collars,
> or to form rosettes that were used for tablecloths or along the edge of
> shawls. These
> days this stitch is used to create entire skirts, sweaters, and scarves like
> the
> Tressa scarf, left. Hairpin differs from most crochet methods in its use of
> a frame
> or loom (available in craft stores), as demonstrated below.
> Step 1. Getting started and making first stitch
> Hold the frame with spacer at bottom and rods 3" (7.5 cm) apart. With yarn,
> make
> loop with slipknot and place loop on left rod (counts as first loop), with
> knot in
> center between rods. Yarn end wraps from front to back around right rod, and
> yarn
> from ball is in front of right rod. Insert hook through loop from bottom to
> top.
> Hook yarn and draw through loop.
> Spacer 10x10 pixels
> Step 2.
> Moving hook to back, making room for wrapping yarn around loom
> **Drop loop from hook, with hook behind frame. Insert hook from back to
> front through
> same loop (just dropped), turn frame clockwise from right to left keeping
> yarn to
> back of frame. This allows the yarn to wrap around the frame without the
> hook getting
> tangled in the wrap, while retaining the position to continue stitching up
> the center.
> Step 3. Finish 2nd stitch
> Insert hook under front strand of left loop, yarn over hook, pull loop
> through. Yarn
> over hook, pull through 2 loops on hook (single crochet made).**
> Step 4. Continue
> Repeat from ** to ** for desired length of strip. This photo shows what the
> strip
> looks like with about 10 stitches complete. Remember: You are crocheting in
> rows
> of 1 stitch-per-row vertical crochet.
> Discover for yourself the fun of hairpin lace! As our gift to you, you will
> find
> the pattern for the Tressa Hairpin Lace Scarf, at the end of this
> newsletter. And
> for more of Kristin's beautiful shawls, wraps, and scarves
> pick up a copy of Wrapped in Crochet
> .
> .
> .
> Hairpin Lace Scarf
> .
> .
> Tressa Hairpin Lace Scarf
> Kristin Omdahl
> Finished size: 6" wide x 90" long (15 cm x 2.3 m) without fringe.
> Yarn:
> Worsted weight (#4 Medium), 328 yd (300 m). Shown: Rowan Bamboo Tape (100%
> bamboo;
> 82 yd [74.9 m]/1.7 oz [50 g]): #704 lolly,
> 4 balls.
> Tools & notions:
> Hairpin lace frame, set to 4" (10 cm) wide; tapestry needle; split-ring
> stitch marker
> Hook: H/8 (5mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
> Gauge:
> About 2" wide x 90" long (5 cm x 2.3 m) = 1 strip of hairpin lace. Hairpin
> lace
> is very stretchy, so the strips may vary slightly.
> Strip (make 3)
> Rep Steps 1-4 at left until you have 270 loops wrapped around each of the
> rods. Fasten
> off.
> Joining two strips
> The loop joining technique joins two strips through one or more loops at a
> time without
> any additional yarn. Use your crochet hook to pull the loops through. See
> Joining
> Diagram at left for assistance.
> Fifteen-to-One Joining
> Sk first 7 loops on Strip A (these will be joined later), draw next loop on
> Strip
> A through first 15 loops on Strip B.
> One-to-One Joining
> Pull next loop on Strip B through loop on hook, pull next loop on Strip A
> through
> loop on hook, continue to join loops alternating from B to A until 7 loops
> on each
> strip have been individually joined and you have a loop from Strip B on your
> hook.
> Pull loop on hook through next 15 loops on Strip A. Working in the
> One-to-One Joining
> technique (as explained above), join the next 7 loops from each strip
> together. You
> should have 30 loops from each strip joined together at this point.
> *Work in the Fifteen-to-One Joining technique with the next loop on Strip A
> and next
> 15 loops on Strip B. Work in the One-to-One Joining technique over the next
> 7 loops
> on both strips.
> Rep from * 6 more times, alternating which strip gets the 15-loop cluster.
> You should
> have 7 free loops rem on Strip B. Tack down the last loop with a tapestry
> needle
> and small amount of yarn. Fasten off and weave in ends. Rep technique for
> joining
> free loops on Strip B with the loops on Strip C.
> Short Sides of Scarf
> Beginning with the first 7 unattached loops on Strip A, insert hook into
> first loop,
> *draw next loop through loop on hook; rep from * until 6 loops have been
> joined and
> the 7th remains on the hook, draw the first unjoined loop from the bottom
> side of
> Strip B through the loop on the hook, draw the next loop through the loop on
> hook
> until all loops have been joined, draw the first loop on the bottom side of
> Strip
> C through the loop on the hook. Tack down the last loop with a tapestry
> needle and
> small amount of yarn and fasten off. Rep technique for joining free loops on
> the
> second short side.
> Outside edge of scarf (Outer Loops)
> Working with crochet hook on free loops of Strip A, join yarn in first loop,
> *(sc
> into loop, ch 2) 7 times, sc in next loop, (sc into next loop, ch 2) 7
> times, sc15tog
> over the next 15 loops; rep from * to end, ch 1, work 21 sc evenly along end
> of 3
> joined strips, ch 1, working in free loops of Strip C, **sc in next loop, ch
> 2, (sc
> into next loop, ch 2) 7 times, sc15tog over the next 15 loops, (sc into next
> loop,
> ch 2) 7 times; rep from ** to end, ch 1, work 21 sc evenly along end of 3
> joined
> strips, join with sl st to first sc at beg of rnd. Fasten off.
> .
> Hairpin Lace Crochet
> .
> Finishing
> Fringe:
> Cut 66 strands of fringe, each 14" (35.5 cm) long. Holding 3 strands
> together, fold
> fringe in half. Using crochet hook, insert hook from WS to RS into first st
> along
> edge, pull folded edge of fringe through to make a loop, insert tail ends
> into loop
> and pull tight against edge. Work 11 groups of fringe evenly across each
> short side
> of the scarf. Handwash, block to finished measurements, and let dry.
> Enjoyed this free pattern, and
> check out more great wraps, shawls, and scarves from Kristin Omdahl in
> Wrapped in Crochet
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 18
> Date: Thu, 19 May 2011 12:32:30 -0400
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
> Message-ID:
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>
> Neet idea! A circle from a coin, a line down, 2 slanted lines from the top of the line and 2 from the bottem and bingo, you have a stick figure of Willy or you or one of his friends!
> He can also learn print letters from these templates or fome letters. I think someone told me they were in the camp section.
> Have fun!
> Terry P.
> Building with popsickle sticks is also fun. I covered a soup can and painted it to make a pencil holder and my mom kept it on her desk at work. I once made a zoo out of the plastic containers that tomatoes come in and bread ties. I used the board with the holes in it and masking tape for my sidewalks. We painted it green to look like grass. I had plastic animals. He could have fun with a simple car track, putting it together and running the cars around the track. Did you ever hear of a beap ball. It makes a sound so he can catch it or run after it.
> Bye for now.
>
> Terry P.
> Have fun!
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: River Woman [mailto:riverwoman at zoominternet.net]
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:50 AM
> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
>
> Another Idea for coloring is to put flat but textured objects under the paper. Put a LEAF or a cardboard cut out shape, under the paper. Then, using the crayons, begin coloring over the shapes and they will appear in the drawing - you can use the mesh bag that comes with onions; crumpled paper flattened out, screening, leaves; tooth pics; templates you get at the craft store come in lots of shapes; quilting templates that give outlines can be purchased at the fabric dept at JoAnn's; coins; masking tape on the table below the paper; and lots more things like this. This gives freedom without having to try to stay inside of lines, yet makes a very colorful picture. And, since he is only 7 years old, would be so much fun without worries for him.
>
> I think the teacher at school could think ahead as to HOW he can participate in the projects. I am a teacher and it's important to make sure that every student in the classroom has a successful outcome with every project. this takes forethought on my part and the last thing I would want is for someone in the classroom to be left out and not enjoy each project. Students have different ways of learning and it is the teachers JOB to be sure to figure out HOW each child can and will do a project. It is important for him to be included in ALL the teachings and projects and it is important for the TEACHER to figure out HOW to do this. That is what teaching is all about - Lynda River Woman
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Powers, Terry (NIH/OD/DEAS) [E]" <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:25 AM
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
>
>
> > There is a pen like object, that has a bumpy wheel on the end for
> > drawing raised lines. Also there is a braille cumpus for drawing
> > circules. Check with the NFB store for these. Also there are braille
> > rulers for drawing lines. The wheel will give you a line on the other
> > side of the paper, if I remember right. I have not used one since in school.
> > If you have a brailler, lines and shapes can be created with the
> > brailler and he can color them.
> > When coloring, try to describe colors by relating them to things in
> > real life, like blue being the wide ocean, orange being the sun set Or
> > the warm sun shine, green being the grass under his feet when you go
> > walking in a field.
> >
> > Terry P.
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Susan Roe [mailto:dogwoodfarm at verizon.net]
> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 8:14 AM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Coloring with Willie
> >
> > Hi Dick,
> >
> > One way you can help him color is to first introduce him to simple
> > shapes by taking a bottle of either elmers glue or the tacky glue and
> > tracing the shapes on a piece of paper with a simple glue line,
> > letting it dry and then giving him the crayons to fill in the spaces inside the raised lines.
> > He should be able to feel on the paper where the lines are and where
> > the colored in areas are as well.
> >
> > Susan
> > dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Dick Carlson" <dick.carlson0428 at earthlink.net>
> > To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'"
> > <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 1:42 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Hello everybody!
> >
> >
> >> Well, how about a bit of a longer report now that I have some time.
> >>
> >> First of all, as I said, Willy just turned seven years old, and it's
> >> been a busy three months for him. I've been able to spend some time
> >> with him as he's stayed some with me while on vacation or when
> >> school's been out.
> >> His
> >> mom also travels for work, so this has worked out well.
> >>
> >> First things first. Willy has begun to not be so leery about
> >> exploring or trying new things. This winter, we've had more snow,
> >> and I taught him what snow was and he actually played in the snow. I
> >> taught him about making a snowball. I actually had a bit more fun
> >> than was necessary, as I kind of guided Willy's hand to throw the
> >> ball right as his mom was coming our way, and like a true champ, he
> >> hit her. She was not happy, because I did the same thing.
> >>
> >> He was interested in how wet the snow was, but he didn't seem to mind.
> >> One
> >> thing we're working on these days again is not worrying so much about
> >> getting his hands dirty and into things. If you recall, last summer,
> >> when I first came on, Willy would not get his hands dirty or into
> >> many things.
> >> We're working on that now.
> >>
> >> Someone also talked about doing crafts with nature. Well, it's not a
> >> craft, but I do have different plants and flowers in the garden, so I
> >> had him outside with me and we smelled and touched plants and
> >> flowers. He liked some of those smells and now that spring is here,
> >> it's great! In fact, I taught Willy how to plant some seeds, and
> >> he's begun seeing them grow. I chose beans because they grow fast
> >> and can be planted anywhere.
> >>
> >> Willy had an interesting experience at school which I think sparked
> >> his interest in trying things. He found that some of what the kids
> >> did were somewhat visual. For instance, they were coloring some
> >> pictures, which he couldn't do. Also, the teacher had them drawing
> >> pictures as well.
> >> Again,
> >> he couldn't really do that. It wasn't the same to tell the teacher
> >> what kind of picture he wanted to draw. It also wasn't the same to
> >> just give him a piece of blank paper and a crayon and just tell him
> >> to scribble or color.
> >>
> >> Willy came to me and asked two things. He knows that I like to draw
> >> and he wanted to know if there was any way that he could color one of
> >> my pictures.
> >> It was so darn cute. So, I've got to find a way to see how he could
> >> do that. I want him to be able to feel the picture and maybe just
> >> color inside the lines. I don't know.
> >>
> >> Finally, he has taken the initiative to ask if we could do a project
> >> he did before but in his words "better!" He wants to make another
> >> collage, and I'm all for that. However, I know that I want things to
> >> go differently than before. For instance, I want to use some kind of
> >> thick cardboard to put the stuff on so that it's easier to handle.
> >> Also, I told Willy that if we were going to do another "picture" as
> >> he calls it, then he was going to have to do a lot more of the work,
> >> and that's where I'm going to want your help and encouragement. If
> >> you remember, when Willy did his first collage, Uncle Dick did all of
> >> the major work, and a lot of what Willy did was to hand me the
> >> material and tell me where he wanted them put. Once we found out
> >> that using a glue stick didn't work for Willy, I ended up doing most
> >> of the gluing until the very end when I finally asked you for some
> >> ideas. This time, I want Willy to take charge and do most of the
> >> work. In fact, I think it would be fun for both of us to do the work
> >> together but I might decide to do it also under blindfold so that
> >> we're both not using our eyes. I also want Willy to feel and know
> >> that he's doing a lot of the work. And, I don't think it will be a
> >> good idea to use glue sticks. It's been at least since November
> >> since we completed his other one, and he was proud of it, but now
> >> even he said that he would do more.
> >> What do you think of trying it this new way? We will definitely use
> >> nature things along with other things like before but he will also
> >> have a lot more input. It will also give him a chance to use his
> >> hands a lot more to feel around and really look at what he's doing
> >> and how it's coming. He and I will also just have to learn to paste
> >> things on and use and spread glue.
> >> I'm so used to doing it visually but I'm willing to try other ways.
> >> Also,
> >> maybe if I lead by example, he'll just think it's normal to do things
> >> this way.
> >>
> >> Anyway ladies, remember that us guys can also have fun doing these
> >> projects!
> >> Good or kids doing this stuff!
> >>
> >> Dick
> >>
> >> We actually want to get going on this during the weekend.
> >>
> >>
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