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Canadian Society for Creative Leathercraft CANADIAN LEATHERCRAFT
Volume LVIII No. 3 Spring 2010 0045-5121
Walter Muma, son of CSCL founder Robert Muma presents “A Life Lived Creatively”
In this Edition…
Page 2 Notes from the Editor, Membership reminder
Page 3 Highlights of the Executive Council Meetings, “LEATHER 2010: CONTAINMENT” Page 4,5,6 CSCL’s 60th Anniversary Annual Weekend Report, Do You Want to Add…
Page 7 CSCL’s 60th Annual Ribbon Presentations
Page 8 2010 Weston Trophy Winners, CSCL’s 60th Annual Special Awards
President: Barbara Chynoweth, 701-45 Balliol St., Toronto, ON M4S 1C3 –[email protected]
1st Vice-Pres.: Lauch Harrison, 68 Tisdale St. S, Hamilton, ON L8N 2W2 – [email protected]
2nd Vice-Pres.: Rob Regan, 28 Hazel Ave., Hamilton, ON L8L 6C9- [email protected]
Past President: Phyllis McHale, 3783 Cty Rd. 45 RR#1 Coboconk, ON K0M 1K0 –[email protected]
Treasurer: Della Chynoweth, PO Box 98, Brechin ON L0K 1B0- [email protected]
Recording Secretary: Della Chynoweth, PO Box 98., Brechin, ON L0K 1B0- [email protected].
Correspondence: Pat Bullock, 139 Velentia Rd., Little Britain, ON K0M 2C0- [email protected]
Membership: Tracey Howard, RR#1 2316 Conc Rd. A, Brechin, ON L0K 1B0 – [email protected]
Editor: Madeleine Mitchell, 17 Light St., Woodstock, ON N4S 6G7 – [email protected]
Website: www.canadianleathercraft.org
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Notes from the Editor…
All the planning and preparations are complete, all the worries and glitches are put aside and the goal becomes "Celebrate 60 years of CSCL". These are the thoughts I had, along with my team, on the afternoon of the 14th of May, 2010. Woodstock Branch CSCL was hosting the Annual Weekend at the Quality Hotel in Woodstock. Not only was it to be an Annual, but it was the 60th
Anniversary...the Diamond Anniversary, of an organization I have been associated with for 35 years.
Canadian Society for Creative Leathercraft was started in 1950 in Toronto. Those crafters wanted a society distinctly Canadian - they were already skilled leather workers and they wanted to teach and share and further their love of leather. In the earliest editions of the bulletin "Canadian Leathercraft", names like Deane Russell (1st President), Robert Muma (Treasurer), Reta Lamour (started the lending library and drafted the constitution) worked tirelessly to gather leathercrafters into branches and organize huge sales at the Canadian National Exhibition, Central Canada Exhibition, and the Pacific National Exhibition. Early in 1952, the Society mounted a travelling Exhibition that crossed Canada for four months.
When I joined CSCL about 1975, a number of the Charter Members were still active - I learned turned edges and skiving techniques from Fred Brown FCSCL, Helen Wheaton FCSCL showed me glovemaking, Robert Muma shared his subtle colouring and tooling. Up and comers were Ruth Haig FCSCL blowing away the competition with a leather Lunch Box, Carol McLean FCSCL receiving her Fellowship the same year (1975) I got my first Salon Ribbon. Irva Ford FCSCL, the Hamilton
President, working her shift at the CNE and calling me with a suggestion on how to improve an item I had submitted.
As the years passed, new "stars" filled the CSCL Annual Display tables - Sean Dalgetty FCSCL, Nancy Durham FCSCL, Karla Van Horne, Lillian Kay, Joyce Scruton ACSCL, Peter Grove FCSCL, Hilda Chynoweth, Bill Whittingham, Silva Fox, Bruce White, Jack Meharg, Loreen Manuel, David McPherson FCSCL, and many others.
We started the CSCL Leather Quilt, made by members, in 1990, at the 40th Anniversary, and brought it along to the 60th; it is newly restrung, and about 20 new pieces have been added. Some members are no longer with us, making it all the more special. The quilt is just another way that CSCL continues to honour its members and their skills.
“Canadian Leathercraft” is your source of information about CSCL and it’s members. Check out the CSCL website at www.canadianleathercraft.org
As always, if you have questions, comments, or even a future article for this newsletter, contact your Editor, Madeleine Mitchell at [email protected]
CSCL Memberships were due April 1, 2010 –but Tracey wants your name!
Contact Tracey Howard at 705-426-4663
Email to [email protected]
Or see your Branch Treasurer
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3 Highlights from Executive Council Meetings…
April 2010 highlights--New Award categories for the Annual will include a Jewellry Award from Dorothy
McPherson and Marion Kehoe, a Non-Traditional Piece Award from the late Hilda
Chynoweth, and a Wearable Award from the Toronto Branch, and Hard Sculpture Award from the Mississauga Branch.
-Bookmarks for advertising “LEATHER 2010: CONTAINMENT” Have been produced and will be available at the Annual for members to distribute. Opening Ceremony at OCC will be held Thursday, August 26, 2010 from 5:30 to 8:30pm at the OCC Gallery. All
Welcome! Further details follow.
-the Lamour Lending Library will be collected at the May 28th Meeting –Branch Presidents please note.
- Tracey Howard, Membership Chair reported a total of 80 members in CSCL.
May 15, 2010 highlights--CSCL fund for Education will provide the fee for the Guest Workshop on Sunday, May 16 at the Annual.
-New Slate of Officers for the CSCL Executive Council for 2010-2012 presented. To be moved and approved at the Annual General Meeting.
-Barbara Chynoweth and Phyllis McHale authorized to review the Treasurer’s Books.
____________________________________________________ “LEATHER 2010: CONTAINMENT” Celebrating 60 years of Leatherwork at the Ontario Crafts Council Gallery 990 Queen St., West Toronto, ON
You are Invited to the Exhibition Opening at the OCC Gallery Thursday, August 26, 2010 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Show continues through September 19, 2010 Gallery Hours (closed Mondays) Tuesday – Friday 11am –5pm Saturdays 11am – 6pm Sundays 12Noon – 5pm
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CSCL’s 60th Anniversary Annual Weekend Report
May 14, 15, 16, 2010
Hosted by the Woodstock Branch CSCL at the Woodstock Quality Hotel
Back in 1950 when CSCL began, Louis St Laurent was Prime Minister of Canada, and the Toronto Maple Leafs won the Stanley Cup! (against the Montreal Canadiens)
About 40 CSCL members spent a lovely May weekend at the Woodstock Quality Hotel at the 60th Annual Weekend of Canadian Society for Creative Leathercraft. Madeleine Mitchell, President of the Woodstock Branch CSCL, and her team of local members welcomed CSCLers from Hamilton, Mississauga, Toronto, and Norland.
During the 60th Annual General Meeting
As the Friday evening fell, Branch Display tables were set up, friends embraced, and the CSCL Fellows and Associates prepared to Judge the amazing leather articles at the 60th. Marion Kehoe, member of Woodstock CSCL for over 50 years, demonstrated her “Creative Jewelry” to an enthusiastic crowd in the Hospitality Suite.
Marion’s “Potato” Jewelry fascinated the group. Snacks and conversation followed.
Saturday May 15, 2010 began with Phyllis McHale, President of CSCL opening the 60th Annual General Meeting of CSCL. After a welcome from Madeleine Mitchell, President of the Woodstock Branch CSCL, Phyllis presented her President’s Report followed by Annual Reports by Executive Officers and Committees, including the Treasurer’s Report.
The new Slate of Officers for 2010-2012 was presented, noting some new faces. See the complete list on Page 10. If you wish to receive a copy of all the Annual Reports, please contact Barbara Chynoweth, at [email protected] or 701-45 Balliol St., Toronto, ON M4S 1C3.
Discussion followed regarding the upcoming Biennial Exhibition LEATHER
2010: CONTAINMENT opening August 26th at the OCC Gallery in Toronto.
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5 This year three Branches entered the Weston Trophy Branch competition – Mississauga, Woodstock and the Winning Entry from Hamilton! Congratulations to Rob Regan, Laima Sellmer, Amy Kenny, and Lester Pinter. See the photos of their pieces on Page 8.
Ribbons were next on the agenda and Lauch Harrison ACSCL, presented Participation
Ribbons to everyone who had articles judged on the Display Tables. He then went on to present Craftsman and Salon Ribbons, the complete list is included in this issue.
Nancy Durham FCSCL reminded members that the CSCL Question box is available for asking questions about leather crafting as well as concerns about judging concerns and
CSCL standards.
Following the Lunch Break, Lauch Harrison ACSCL demonstrated “Sharpening an Awl” and answered questions about tools and their maintenance. Lauch has a wealth of knowledge that he generously shares. Hamilton Branch even donated a Stitching Horse for a Special Draw.
During the afternoon break–Ticket Draws, the always fun time, took place – with members swooping up the many treasures they could not live without! Many Thanks from the
Woodstock Branch for the wonderful Special Draw items from Tundra Leather Hamilton, Tandy Leather Factory Mississauga, the CSCL Branches, and CSCL Members.
Sean Dalgetty FCSCL came to Woodstock’s rescue and presented his Workshop on making a “Needle Case” during the second session of the afternoon. Another workshop leader couldn’t make it and Sean, kindly filled in and did a great job –Thanks Sean!
Some outside guests visited in the late afternoon as the workshop was wrapping up.
The evening activities started with mingling and music in the Joe Boyle Room. A duo composed of “Banjo Jim and Tuba Tom” entertained prior to the start of the Annual
Banquet. CSCL Members and guests celebrated 60 years with food and fun, more draws, and the Special Awards Presentations. David McPherson FCSCL presented these prestigious prizes to deserving CSCL crafters. The list is enclosed in this edition.
Outgoing President Phyllis Mchale was presented with a gift by incoming CSCL President, Barbara Chynoweth.
More entertainment followed by Banjo Jim Groulx and Tuba Tom Elliot. With lots of toe tapping and spoons clacking...
Della on the Spoons with Banjo Jim
Carol McLean FCSCL was called on to introduce our Special Guest Walter Muma presenting “A Life Lived Creatively”.
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6 Walter’s parents, Robert and Dorothy Muma were well known in CSCL as founding members, excellent resources of CSCL history, and dedicated Judges for many years.
Walter spoke eloquently of his father’s love of crafting, art, nature, especially mosses. He was able to interconnect his heritage with his own passion for nature. Walter’s adventures throughout Canada were illustrated with thrilling images and descriptions of nature that were inspiring, humorous, and creative. Lauren McPherson thanked Walter for his excellent presentation.
60th Anniversary Cake was served and closed the CSCL Annual Banquet. Members reminisced as the display tables were taken down.
Guest Workshop leader, Vivian Hutcheson of Shakespeare, ON, presented “Creative
Gilding on Leather” ON. About 20 CSCL members tried a new technique of applying silver, gold, and variegated gild foil to leather samples that were embossed. Thanks to
Peter Grove. Vivian guided members through the various steps and provide a list of where to acquire resources for trying more gild on leather projects.
Vivian Hutcheson owns the “Green Cottage Gallery” and a must see in Shakespeare.
See you all in Hamilton next Spring for the 61st Annual!
Officially, the Annual weekend ended after the workshop but some hardworking members moved on to the judging for the biennial exhibition, LEATHER 2010: CONTAINMENT.
Mark your calendar for the August 26th opening and presentation of Awards.
Thanks to the Woodstock Branch team, for your help and support during the Annual
Weekend:
Loreen Manuel, Marion Kehoe, Nancy Durham, Lauren McPherson, Joanna Malec, Carol McLean, Janice Sloat, Nancy Wilson, David and Dorothy McPherson.
Special Thanks to Peter Grove, Sean Dalgetty, Lauch Harrison, Liz Howard, all the CSCL Branch Presidents for making a very special 60th Anniversary for CSCL.
Do You Want to Add a 60th Anniversary Quilt Square?
Your unique square can still be added to the “CSCL Leather Quilt” for the 60th Anniversary.
Start with a piece of leather, at least 3oz weight, cut a 6”X6” square.
Then let your imagination go wild!
When your quilt square is complete:
Punch a small hole in each corner, (about ¼” from the edge) Sign your name and the date on the back of your square.
You can send your square to Madeleine Mitchell, 17 Light St.,
Woodstock, ON N4S 6G7
CSCL Leather Quilt at the 60th Annual
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CSCL’s 60th ANNUAL Ribbon Presentations SALON RIBBONS 13 RIBBONS TO 9 MEMBERS
SEAN DALGETTY BLUE AND BLACK BOOTS
COVERED CLOCK BOX
PETER GROVE BLACK BOOTS
CARVED RING BINDER
CINDY MAGURA GLOVES WITH BURNED DESIGN
DAVID MCPHERSON BLUE BOX
DOROTHY MCPHERSON PANDORA’S JAR
MADELEINE MITCHELL MASK
LESTER PINTER ROSE TOTE BAG
SCISSOR CASE Sean Dalgetty’s Clock Box SHOULDER BAG
LIDDED BAG
ROB REAGAN STACK-HANDLED KNIFE & SHEATH
CRAFTSMAN RIBBONS 26 RIBBONS TO 19 MEMBERS
JUNIOR
DARREN BURGER STACKED LEATHER BIRD
NOVICE
PAT BULLOCK GARDEN TOTE NON-DYED
AMY KENNY PEACOCK BELT
ROB REGAN BLACK SHOULDER BAG Cindy Magura’s Burned Design Gloves STACK-HANDLED KNIFE & SHEATH
RED BOTTELL
LAIMA SELLMER QUILT SQUARE
GENERAL MEMBER
KEN BOROSKI HORSE CUFFS
BRIAN GORING AVRO BELT
CINDY MAGURA GLOVES WITH BURNED DESIGN
MADELEINE MITCHELL MOULDED FLUTED BOWL
LESTER PINTER ROSE TOTE BAG
SCISSOR CASE
SHOULDER BAG
LIDDED BAG
KAREN WEBER TRIPLE SHOULDER PURSE
JIM WILKES GUITAR STRAP Sean Dalgetty’s Blue & Black Boots MADELEINE MITCHELL NAPKIN RINGS
ASSOCIATE
LAUCH HARRISON BLACK JACK
JOYCE SCRUTON RED TRAY
FELLOW
SEAN DALGETTY BLUE AND BLACK BOOTS COVERED CLOCK BOX
PETER GROVE BLACK BOOTS
CARVED RING BINDER PAUL KITCHENER RAYSKIN FLASK
DAVID MCPHERSON BLUE BOX
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PARTICIPATION RIBBONS:
TO ALL WHO ENTERED WORK FOR JUDGING GENERAL MEMBERS
26 RIBBONS
JUNIOR KEN BOROSKI
DARREN BURGER SHEENA BURGER
JULIA MALEC MARYANNE CRAWFORD NOVICE BRYAN GORING
PAT BULLOCK MARION KEHOE
AMY KENNY MARY MACDONALD ROB REAGAN CINDY MAGURA
LAIMA SELLMER DOROTHY MCPHERSON LAUREN MCPHERSON ASSOCIATE MADELEINE MITCHELL LAUCH HARRISON Junior Members Darren and Joanna LESTER PINTER
JOYCE SCRUTON BARRY TAYLOR
FELLOW KAREN WEBER
SEAN DALGETTY JIM WILKES
PETER GROVE
PAUL KITCHENER
DAVID MCPHERSON
2010 WESTON TROPHY WINNERS:
HAMILTON BRANCH
ROB REAGAN STACK-HANDLED KNIFE AND SHEATH LESTER PINTER ROSE TOTE BAG
AMY KENNY PEACOCK BELT
LAIMA SELLMER QUILT SQUARE
Rob Regan’s Knife and Sheath Amy Kenny’s Peacock Belt
Laima Sellmer’s Quilt Square Lester Pinter’s Rose Tote Bag
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9 CSCL 60th ANNUAL Special Awards
BETTY HEACOCK AWARD FOR A NEW OR NOVICE CRAFTER ($50) ROB REAGAN STACK-HANDELED KNIFE AND SHEATH
BEST GENERAL MEMBER WORK ($50) LESTER PINTER ROSE TOTE BAG
OCC DESIGN AWARD – 1 YEAR CRAFT PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP PETER GROVE CARVED RING BINDER
BEST IN SHOW ($50 AND BRONZE ZALITIS PIN) SEAN DALGETTY BLUE AND BLACK BOOTS
LONDON LEATHER AWARD FOR BEST JEWELLERY ($20) MARION KEHOE MOROCCO AND BRONZE NECKLACE
TORONTO BRANCH AWARD FOR BEST WEARABLE PIECE ($20) CINDY MAGURA GLOVES WITH BURNED DESIGN
Do You Want to See More?
For pictures of the Special Award Articles and many more images from the CSCL’s 60th Anniversary Annual Weekend contact [email protected] for an invitation to view an online album.
An Era has Passed…
In our last issue of Canadian Leathercraft, Winter 2009-2010, we celebrated the 100th Birthday, on February 13th 2010, of the matriarch of the Chynoweth Family, Hilda
Chynoweth.
With sadness we must report that Hilda passed away March 1st, 2010 in her 101st year.
This year’s Annual certainly missed Hilda. Daughters Phyllis McHale, Della Chynoweth, and Barbara Chynoweth paid tribute to their mother who among, her other accomplishments, organized the Norland Leather Branch of CSCL.
Hilda Chynoweth 1910 -2010
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Slate of Officers for 2010 - 2012
Officers
Past President Phyllis McHale (705) 454-3206 President Barbara Chynoweth (416) 481-7732 1st Vice President Lauch Harrison (905) 525-4092 2nd Vice President Rob Regan (905) 537-3983 Secretary Della Chynoweth (705) 454-0729 Corresponding Secretary Pat Bullock (705) 786-1340 Treasurer Della Chynoweth (705) 454-0729
Branch Presidents
Hamilton Sean Dalgetty (905) 528-2136 Mississauga Ken Boroski (905) 625-3700 Norland Tracey Howard (705) 426-4663 Toronto Barbara Chynoweth (416) 481-7781 Woodstock Madeleine Mitchell (519) 537-7821
Directors
Barry Taylor (905) 624 - 3109 Dorothy McPherson (519) 473 – 6450 Joyce Scruton (905) 844 - 9471 Sean Dalghetty (905) 528 - 2136 Ken Boroski (613) 625 - 3700 Nancy Durham (519) 458 - 4533 Lauren McPherson (519) 453 - 2358 Peter Grove (905) 527 –7745 Jim Wilkes (519) 638 –4437 David McPherson (519) 473 - 6450
Ex-Officio
Chairman – Council of Fellows David McPherson (519) 473 – 6450 Teaching Standards Ruth Haig/Lauch Harrison (905) 525 – 4092 Editor – Canadian Leathercraft Madeleine Mitchell (519) 537 – 7821 Membership Tracey Howard (705) 426 – 4663 Librarian Sandra Roberts (705) 457 – 1966