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29th ANNUAL MEETING
CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR CREATIVE LEATHERCRAFT
THE CONTINENTAL INN, Barrie, Ontario
Friday evening, April 20th - Sunday Morning, April 22nd, 1979
Friday,
April 20 7:00 p m Registration and set up displays
9:30 - 11:00 p m Judging for Salon and Craftsman ribbons
Saturday,
April 21 9:00 - 10:00 a m Registration and coffee
10:00 a m Business meeting - election of officers
Fellow and Associate Awards, Branch
competition and appraisal of articles,
presentation of Life Memberships,
presentation of Norland Branch, Present
ation of Leather '78 ribbons,
Question Box.
1:30 - 3:00 p m DEMONSTRATIONS:
Box Covering - Hope Drysdale
Variation of Flower Design and Pins -
Margaret Monteith
Inlay and Onlay - Nora Huyck
3:00 - 3:30 p m Coffee Break
3:30 - 5:00 p m Spatter Dyeing - Bea Austin
Belts, Nature Tan etc.- Jack Meharg
Moccasins - Gladys Riddell
Saddle Stitching - Helen Wheaton
6:30 p m Dinner and Entertainment
Speaker - Mr. Lloyd Cook
Dancing and Music-Mrs. Hobson's
Dancing School
9:00 p m Sale of Tools
Sunday,
April 22 10:00 - 11:00 a m Slide show with commentary
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PRESIDENT'S REPORT:
Welcome every one, to the 29th Annual Meeting of The Canadian Society for
Creative Leathercraft. It has been a busy year, and with the full hearted
and always good natured cooperation of members of the Executive Council,
this first year as your president has been a rewarding experience. There
have been six executive meetings with an average attendance of twenty
members. Two of these meetings were held at Harbourfront in Toronto, and
for the others we were made welcome at member's homes.
The C.N.E. display and sale was doubly successful this year. Thanks to the
hard work of our set up group, we won one of the awards for general
appearance of the booth. Of the three entries we had in the banner contest,
the one by a single member achieved third place in the craft category, and
also won the award from C.S.C.L. for the best entry in the leathercraft
group. We have been invited to attend the C.N.E. again in 1979. It takes a
lot of hard work to co-ordinate everything, see that the booth is staffed
adequately at all times, and to look after the books. I thank all of you
who gave so generously of your time and effort.
In November we held our fifth biennial exhibition at the Etobicoke Civic
Centre. Our exhibition chairperson and her helpers deserve a very special
vote of thanks - everything went along smoothly and efficiently. We
received many compliments on the quality and originality of the articles
exhibited, and the arrangement of the display came in for much favourable
comment.
We have had several meetings with the Ontario Craft Council staff and
directors this year. We are hopeful that a better understanding is being
established between our two groups. In March four of our members put on a
demonstration at the request of O.C.C. at the Sportsmen's Show at the
Exhibition grounds in Toronto.
We have lost several of our members this year - our sincere sympathy goes
to their loved ones.
We are planning a master workshop for this next year, and hope you will
plan to attend. The branches were each given $25.00 to help finance a
workshop again this year. All branches have been very generous with their
invitations to members-at-large and other branches to attend any of their
workshops. If you haven't participated yet, ask any or all of them what
they are planning this next year and join in this friendly exchange.
Members-at-large, there has to be something you really want to see and do.
There is certainly talent among you that could be shared with us - how
about communicating?
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All who have contributed to Canadian Leathercraft this last year are to be congratulated. Our editor has done excellent work in compiling these efforts and getting them out on time.
My sincerest thanks to all of you who have worked so hard for C.S.C.L. this past year, and for those who can't join in the active work due to various circumstances, your words of encouragement and warm friendly smiles make it all worth while.
Respectfully yours,
Beula Reynolds,
President.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT:
Individual memberships for the year ending March 31, 1979 - 205
Branch Memberships:
Barrie 17
Belleville 16
Hamilton 33
Toronto 45
Woodstock 20
Windsor 8
139
Members-at-large 66
TOTAL . . . . 205
Included above are: Honorary Life Members 11
Fellows 22
Associates 35
Sustaining Members 7
We look forward to welcoming a new branch at Norland, Ontario, this year.
Respectfully submitted,
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MINUTES OF THE 28th ANNUAL MEETING, April 22nd, 1978:
The 28th Annual Meeting of The Canadian Society for Creative Leathercraft
was held at Hotel Triumph, Toronto, Ontario, with Toronto the host branch.
Their President, Gladys Riddell, welcomed the members.
The business meeting was called to order by the President, May Corbett. On
a motion by Carol McLean, the minutes of the previous Annual Meeting were
accepted as printed. Seconded by Jack Meharg. Carried.
In the absence of the Corresponding Secretary, Pam Firth, the correspondence
was read by Sherle Bottrill. A letter from Roy Nulph of Hunter, Utah, was
read, requesting a four inch square of leather (carved, tooled, embossed,
etc.) from each branch, for his Wall of Leather.
A suitable correction in the minutes was made, i.e. that concerning the
Library - Clarice Packham had donated five (5) books.
May Corbett read the President's remarks.
Fred Brown described the Banner Competition, honouring the 100th birthday
of the Canadian National Exhibition. He explained that a banner's
dimensions should be no larger than 24 square feet, and not less than three
feet long at the sides. There were to be three categories:
1 - Centennial
2 - Artist's own choice
3 - General
and the prizes are 1st - $100.00, 2nd - $75.00 and 3rd - $50.00. These
banners were to be submitted by the Thursday prior to the opening
Wednesday, and are to be ready for hanging. The booths at the C.N.E. are to
be judged by appearance, attitude of workers, etc. When on duty, the
workers were asked to please see that a demonstrator be on duty at all
times.
The President encouraged all to take part, and asked for some one to act as
convener for a Banner Committee. Carol McLean and Beula Reynolds are to be
in charge of day workers for the booth, while Gladys Riddell took on the
responsibility of finding evening staff.
Members were informed that the date of April 29th has been set for the
sale of the late Irva Ford's leather and tools, to be held at St.Margaret's
Parish Hall, Emerson Street, Hamilton, Ontario.
continued . . .
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Jessie Little stated that there was a library for members-at-large, and
a reference library. Jessie also thanked Jean Hunter for her help.
As usual, the awarding of the Weston Trophy was the high point of the
morning. The Trophy was won by Woodstock, with 83.8%, whose members were
heartily congratulated by May Corbett.
The appraisal of all the articles entered was given by Helen Wheaton.
Toronto came second with 80% average, but with one article receiving 90%,
the highest mark given. Hamilton was third with 80% average and Barrie was
fourth with 76%.
The Associate Certificates were presented by Ann Hook.
The new branch from Windsor was approved on a motion by Beula Reynolds,
seconded by Helen Wheaton. May Corbett welcomed Alice Riddle, saying that
she hoped that we would see more of them, next year.
As incoming president of the Executive Council, Beula Reynolds thanked May
for her work during the past three years, and presented her with a small
gift.
Fred Brown introduced the founding charter member, Mr. Deane Russell, the
guest speaker. Deane is originally from Ottawa, but now resides in Duncan,
B.C., and he extended a sincere invitation to all to visit there. He
explained that his interests had gone from leather to knives to pendulums.
Mr. Russell had kindly brought some leather pieces, ten or more years old,
for viewing. These included many unique trays. The speaker was thanked by
Joan Carroll.
The slate of officers for 1978 - 1979 was presented as follows:
Past President - May Corbett
President - Beula Reynolds
1st Vice President - Hope Drysdale
2nd Vice President - Jack Meharg
Recording Secretary - Terry Burt
Corresponding Secretary - Lorna Robson
Treasurer - Dorothy Muma
Council Members: Bea Austin, Gel Bridgen, Fred Brown, Clara Cavanagh, Kay
Cloughley, Joy Findlay, Ruth Haig, Jean Hunter, Jack Layton, Jessie Little,
Carol McLean, Margaret Monteith, George McPhain, Mary or Fred Patterson,
Olivia Smith or Anne Hook.
continued . . .
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Minutes of the 28th Annual Meeting, continued -
Chairman of Council of Fellows : Helen Wheaton
Archivist & Teaching Standards : Robert Muma
Branch Presidents: Barrie - Emma Knowles
Belleville - Laura Bush
Hamilton - Muriel McKnight
Toronto - Gladys Riddell
Windsor - Dan Ouellette
Woodstock - Madeleine Mitchell
Barrie Branch extended an invitation to come to Barrie for the 1979 Annual Meeting.
Many interesting demonstrations made up the afternoon, followed by dinner and entertainment. The entertainment was provided by delightful dancing by Ukranian and Japanese dancers.
A beautiful stroll in Spring sunshine at Pioneer Village brought an enjoyable and informative weekend to a close.
Respectfully submitted,
Joy Findlay,
Recording Secretary.
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COUNCIL OF FELLOWS:
1978 Annual Meeting of the Council of Fellows was held on March 31st, 1978,
at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Muma, 118 Hazelton Avenue, Toronto,
Ontario. Past Chairman, Mrs. Clara Cavanagh presided, due to the illness of
Anne Hook. Eight Fellows were present.
Weston Trophy - Four Branches competed, Barrie, Hamilton, Toronto and
Woodstock. The trophy was won by Woodstock, average 83.8%
Associate Membership - One Associate was elected.
Fellow Membership - No Fellow was elected.
Election of Officers - At the business meeting, Helen Wheaton was elected
Chairman of the Council of Fellows, Carol McLean was re-elected secretary.
This meeting was adjourned and re-convened on April 21st, 1978 at Hotel
Triumph. Decisions were made as follows:
Moved by Fred Brown, seconded by Jean Newton: That the Zalitis Pin is to be
presented to the newly elected associate receiving the highest mark of 80%
or over, whether one or more are competeing. Carried.
Moved by Clara Cavanagh, seconded by Gladys Riddell: That the Michigan
Leather Artisans Award be considered and awarded at Leather'78. Carried.
The meeting then adjourned.
On August 15, 1978, a meeting was held at Arts, Crafts and Hobbies
building, C.N.E., for the purpose of jurying articles for the sale at
C.N.E. Eight Fellows were present. (For further particulars see report of
C.N.E. sale.)
On October 20, 1978, the Fellows again met at Dorothy and Bob Muma's home
for the purpose of jurying submissions for Leather '78. Eight Fellows were
present. Two Fellows later acted as judges for the awards given at
Leather '78. We again met on November 1st, 1978 to display the exhibition.
Every one was greatly saddened by the news that Anne Hook had passed away
that morning. Anne's help and inspiration to us all will be missed
exceedingly. For further details on Leather '78, see Exhibitions report.
I would like to take this opportunity to encourage the members of C.S.C.L.
to try for Associate and/or Fellow standing. I know there are many good
craftsmen in the membership who could earn these Professional Standards
Respectfully submitted,
Helen Wheaton,
Chairman, Council of Fellows.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD March 2, 1978 - March 5, 1979 :
Bank Balance forward March 2, 1978 3,521.36
Receipts:
Memberships 956.60
Annual Meeting (balance) 276.30
Exhibitions:
for Awards 98.00
Sales 7,042.59
Entry Fees, Leather '78 75.00
Aprons sold 40.00
Petty Cash rebate 100.00
Key rebates 2.00 7,357.59
Interest:
Award Fund Investment 56.63
General Investment 100.00
Bank 101.60
U.S. Exchange 15.60 273.83 8,864.32
12,385.68
Payments:
Exhibitions:
Craftsmen Payments 5,704.71
Postage & Stationery 82.39
Awards 185.00
Petty Cash 100.00
Miscellaneous Expenses 574.73 6,646.83
"Canadian Leathercraft":
Postage 107.40
Printing 344.40
Typing 144.00 595.80
Annual Meeting:
Postage & Stationery 33.29
Awards (Fellows & Associates) 67.79
Printing 98.79
President's Expenses 48.90
Telephone 9.77
Miscellaneous Expenses 6.17 254.71continued . . .
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT, continued:
Payments:
General Expenses:
Postage & stationery 325.05
Printing 32.72
Telephone 76.95
Flowers & other gifts 65.27
Marriott Fund 25.00
OCC Membership 50.00
OCC Award 50.00
Storage 100.00
Branches 125.00
New Guaranteed Investment Certificate 1,000.00
Bank Charges 2.00
Miscellaneous Expenses 24.29 1,867.28 9,364.62
Balance on hand, March 5, 1979 3,021.06
12,385.68NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENT, March 5, 1979:
Allocated Funds in Bank Balance:
Interest on Michigan Leather Artisans
Fund (for awards) 221.03
Draw Fund 309.67 530.70
Working Balance to start new year 2,490.361) In addition to above bank balance, we have $2,000. invested in Guaranteed Investment Certificates with Canada Permanent Trust, representing surplus funds, interest being used for current expenses.
2) The money turned over to C.S.C.L. by the Michigan Leather Artisans and the International Assembly of Leathercraftsmen ($638.00) is invested in a Guaranteed Investment Certificate with Canada Permanent Trust, and the yearly interest is accumulated in allocated funds in the general account.
Respectfully submitted,
Dorothy Muma, George McPhail,
Treasurer. Auditor.
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PUBLICITY REPORT:
Notices of "Leather '78" were printed in our affiliate Craft Magazines, and by invitation at local levels. Our publicity of Leather '78 was made very difficult this year by the mail strike.
A letter has been sent to MAKE IT WITH LEATHER, in hopes that we can next year advertise our Annual and Leather '80.
Our best form of advertising is you, at home and at demonstrations such as C.N.E. and this year C.S.C.L. participated under the Ontario Craft Council at the Sportsmen's Show. Because of this there is a possibility of two new members for C.S.C.L.
We have a very good coverage this year with the local papers, radio and T.V. in Hamilton, thanks to our Publicity convener.
Much of our success is up to you.
Respectfully submitted,
Muriel McKnight.
EDITORIAL REPORT:
Another year has gone by with four issues of "CANADIAN LEATHERCRAFT" being published. I would like to thank every one who co-operated in making these issues possible.
A few more items are needed for the "Member-at-large" issue.
Thanks again, and lets make this year a greater success.
Respectfully submitted,
Margaret Monteith.
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LIBRARY REPORT 1978 - 1979:
Since we have a varied assortment of books in circulation, your Library
Committee decided to save the remaining funds for the setting up of boxes
for new branches.
We have received a donation of books from the library of the late Irva
Ford. We wish to thank the Ford family for their generosity. These books
have been added to the Library.
Janis Zalitis has kindly donated four copies of his book "Leathercraft".
It is an excellent book, Janis. Congratulations, and our thanks.
The use of the Members-at-large Library has been almost negligible. Lists
of books are available from the Librarian. These books will be available
at the Annual Meeting.
Your Committee would like to thank the Branch Librarians for their
efforts. Very few books are missing.
The Committee for 1978 - 1979 consisted of:
Chairman - Jessie Little
Treasurer - Fred Brown
Anne Hook
Jean Hunter
Olivia Smith
Respectfully submitted,
Jessie M. Little,
Librarian.
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EXHIBITIONS:
The fifth juried Canadian Society for Creative Leathercraft exhibition,
Leather '78, was held at the Etobicoke Civic Centre, 55 Burnhamthorpe
Road, Etobicoke, November 2 - 29, 1978.
The Council of Fellows juried seventy-three articles sent in from twenty-
six members. Sixty one were chosen to be shown. Robert Muma and Viola
Harris selected the following prize winning pieces for awards and
honourable mention:
AWARDS
Most outstanding piece - Vase (Cuir bouille) - Anne Hook
Most original entry - Napkin holder set - Jean Hunter
Best craftsmanship - Shoe Horn - Bea Austin
Best functional design - Evening bag - Anne Hook
Memorial award - Checkerboard & checkers - Carol McLean
HONOURABLE MENTION
Basket - Bea Austin
Round Box - Anne Hook
Spring binder - Belle Iro
Insert pendant - Daphne Lingwood
Pen holder - Gladys Riddell
Pendant with stone - Olivia Smith
Robbi Robinson, chairman of the Civic Centre Art Committee, thanked the
Canadian Society of Creative Leathercraft for having Leather '78 in the
Etobicoke Centre, and also introduced Mr. Dennis Fline, Mayor of
Etobicoke, who gave a warm welcome to every one. Ms. Nancy Turner from the
Ministry of Culture and Recreation opened the show. Our President, Beula
Reynolds, presented the awards. Ribbons will be presented at our Annual
Meeting, April 1979, to honourable mention winners, and to all members who
exhibited in Leather '78.
Every one enjoyed a social evening over refreshments, and viewing the
displays. Conveners were Joy Findlay and Jack Meharg, assisted by the
social convener from each branch, and a member of the Etobicoke centre.
Wine and cheese, crackers, fruit and relishes with tea and coffee were
served from decorated tables.
Leather '78 was a good show, one of our best, and the Etobicoke Centre
made a beautiful setting for our show. The excellent quality of both
design and workmanship of all articles, were well displayed in show cases.
continued . . .
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We did have our problems - due to the mail strike, invitations did not
get delivered to our friends and interested craftspeople. We felt that
our attendance was affected by this.
I wish to sincerely thank all C.S.C.L. members who sent in entries, and
helped in many different ways to make Leather '78 a success, and also the
Civic Centre Art Committee for their help and co-operation.
Respectfully submitted,
Clara Cavanagh,
Exhibition Chairman.
REPORT OF CANADIAN NATIONAL EXHIBITION SALE, 1978:
Twenty-five members submitted 2,239 articles of which 1,858 were sold for
a dollar value of $6,805.90, giving $1,361.18 commission to the Guild.
Helen Wheaton won a 3rd prize for her banner, and C.S.C.L. was one of six
booths to win an award from the Arts and Crafts Division of the C.N.E.
The costumes did help to make our booth attractive.
Thanks to the members who participated, and we ask more members to join
us at the C.N.E. It is a good way of becoming involved, and meeting other
leathercrafters you would not otherwise get to know.
As usual I would ask members to be careful in pricing and checking, to
have the same figure on the price tags as on the entry forms.
Respectfully submitted,
Hope Drysdale.
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BARRIE BRANCH ANNUAL REPORT:
Members of the Barrie Branch met on fifteen occasions during 1978 - 1979,
with an average attendance of eight. Other than business meetings,
included were five workshops as follows:
September 9/78 - Book Cover, demonstrator Kay Cloughley
September 30 - Tray " Clara Cavanagh
December 2 - Open workshop
January 6/79 - Card case (double deck) May Corbett
March 3 - Open workshop
Our annual barbeque was held in June at the residence of May and Clarence
Corbett, where a delightful afternoon was enjoyed.
Leather articles were accepted from Clara Cavanagh, Emma Knowles, May
Corbett and Sherle Bottrill for display in November at the Etobicoke
Civic Centre, Toronto.
Our new executive for 1979 - 1980 is as follows:
President - Joy Findlay
Past President - Emma Knowles
Vice President - Kay Cloughley
Secretary - Sherle Bottrill
Treasurer - May Corbett
Program Chairman - Kay Cloughley
Social Convener - Clara Cavanagh
We in Barrie are happy to host this annual meeting, and extend a hearty
welcome to all who attend.
Respectfully submitted,
Sherle E. Bottrill,
Secretary.
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BELLEVILLE BRANCH:
During 1978, Belleville celebrated its 100th anniversary. The leather
guild along with area crafts people and artists, got together for the
"Art in the Park" festival. We made leather pendants and gave them to
young visitors to our booth. We had a selection of items for sale made by
some of our members, and also some one demonstrating working with
leather.
Also celebrating a centennial was the C.N.E., and Belleville branch was
there for two days in the C.S.C.L. booth, dressed in our centennial
costumes.
Throughout the year some of our members instructed the rest of us in
making small projects: Lorraine Moon provided a pattern for making rose
pins, using leather instead of pop cans; Vera Fararra showed us how to
make "praying hands" book marks; Jack Layton helped us make a games
tally, and at one meeting we all worked on an owl design.
We also had a workshop with Hope Drysdale, who instructed us on making a
folded wallet and a chrysanthemum pin. During this workshop we also
picked up a number of tips and hints for future use.
As well as these group activities, our members continued with their own
projects for family and friends.
In November, Laura Bush and Lorraine Moon journeyed to Woodstock branch
to show them Laura's pattern for a poinsettia brooch.
We have a membership of 16, with an average attendance of 8.
Our executive for 1978 - 1979 are:
President - Margaret Hunt
Vice President - Irene Girling
Secretary - Marilyn Harry
Treasurer - Lorraine Moon
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn Harry,
Secretary.
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HAMILTON BRANCH:
Hamilton branch of C.S.C.L. meets the second Friday of each month at 8
p.m., October through June, with an average attendance of 17, a total of
31 members with 3 new members.
After each business meeting our programmes were as follows: A wallet
purse by Lorna Robson, a 1 piece wallet by Ruth Haig. Our June meeting
consisted of a Pot Luck supper with a demonstration by Frank Torry of a
12 hook key case, as well as useful tips. Our first meeting in the Fall
was on Buckskin stitchery by Arthur Morris, and a panel discussion and
display of articles made at a workshop in July at Haliburton School of
Fine Arts. Members of the panel were: Bea Austin, Lillian Beech, Ruth Haig
and Muriel McKnight. Our next meeting was costume jewellery by Hope
Drysdale. The Christmas Party was another Pot Luck supper, and the guest
was Mrs. Thilde Nevitt, President of the Artisan Guild, showing slides of
her trip to Japan. In January we had movies from the Jim Courneya
collection, and finished the year with Hope Drysdale demonstrating Book
Covers.
On April 29, 1978, Hamilton Branch sponsored the sale of the leathercraft
collection of the late Irva Ford. This sale was open to all members of
C.S.C.L.
Two workshops were held at Smithville, dyeing and finishing techniques by
Jessie Little, and folded one piece wallets by Ruth Haig.
Several of our members participated in Leather '78, with Bea Austin
winning the Best Craftsmanship Award for her shoe horn, and Honourable
Mention for her moulded basket. We held two local exhibits at Ancaster
and Terrybery Library in Hamilton. Three of our members participated in
the Artisan Guild sale at the Royal Botannical Gardens where Bea Austin
won 3 Honourable Mention Awards, and in the Hamilton Art Gallery.
At the C.N.E. we supplied help in the booth and contributed work both for
sale and display. Award winners were Ruth Haig, two firsts and one
second; Hope Drysdale, two seconds and two thirds; Arthur Morris, one
first. Jessie Strain took several prizes at the Galt Fair. Hope Drysdale
and Jessie Strain won prizes at the Rockton Fair.
As quoted by our Secretary, "For the Hamilton Branch, it has been a year
of progress and unity."
Our executive for 1978 - 1979 are:
President - Muriel McKnight
Vice President - Lorna Robson
Secretary - Lillian Beech
Treasurer - Lydia Vincent
Respectfully submitted,
Muriel McKnight,
President.
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TORONTO BRANCH:
Our 1978 - 1979 year has been a successful one. Great interest and
enthusiasm has been shown in the various projects outlined in our
schedule:
October - The Art of Leather Carving, by Dave Elliott
November - Restoring Old Books, by Clarence Redman
December - Slides on Leather, by Fred Brown
January - No demonstration held
February - Leathercraft, by Gel Bridgen
March - Saddle Stitching, by Robert Sutton
April - Lecture and Slides on Moulded Leather, by Paul Williams
May - Pocket Secretary, by Ruth Haig
June - Fiberglass Lampshades with Pressed Flowers, by Vera Fararra
Our demonstrations have been a marked success, interesting and
informative. Samples of work shown have been of a high quality, and our
demonstrators deserve a great deal of praise for their efforts.
Our C.N.E. booth marked the Centennial Year at the Exhibition, with a
creative banner. For some unknown reason, an admirer walked off with it,
and to date it has not been recovered.
A tasty feature of our meetings is our refreshment table, which is always
enjoyed by our members.
Officers for 1979 - 1980:
President - Gladys Riddell
Past President - Bob Sutton
Vice President - Jack Meharg
Secretary - Ralph Whateley
Treasurer - George McPhail
Respectfully submitted,
Gladys Riddell,
President.
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WOODSTOCK BRANCH:
Since our new programme began in September 1978, the members of this
Branch have met six times. Thanks to our programme committee, each one
of our meetings has been followed by an interesting demonstration. We
started in September with a display of designs for small book covers. In
October we made useful 'fridge decorations. Also in October, Fred Brown
held a two day workshop on "Book Covers".
In November, with Christmas in mind, the subject was "poinsettia pins".
In January, the members were shown how leather and macrame can be
interestingly combined. Other demonstrations included "small designs on
notepaper" and "Rough out carving".
Branch members helped to staff the C.N.E. booth, and at the C.N.E., Carol
McLean was the winner of the "Chatelaine Award". Carol also won the
"Memorial Ribbon" at Leather '78, for her checker board and checkers.
The highlight of the year for most branches is the Annual. For Woodstock
branch members this was even more so in 1978, as we won the coveted
"Weston Trophy", along with the Craftsman and Salon Ribbons! Our mark for
the Weston Trophy was 83.8%.
A demonstration of saddle stitching, a workshop by Jessie Little on plug
embossing carving and a summer picnic are planned to finish off another
enjoyable year.
Officers of Woodstock for 1978 - 1979:
President - Madeleine Mitchell
Secretary - Christine Kingston
Treasurer - Terry Burt-Gerrans
Programme - Carol McLean
Telephone - Margaret Stevens
As yet we have no Vice President, but hope to fill this position in the
future.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine Kingston,
Secretary.
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