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Woven Legacies: Turkish Rug Show
Woven Legacies: Turkish Rug Show

Karen Gelbard
Oct 102 min read
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The St. Louis Art Fair

Karen Gelbard
Sep 5, 20241 min read


Could you volunteer as a Door Counter?
Save the date! April 19-21 is the Gathering of the Guilds in Portland, Oregon at the Convention Center. As an exhibitor, I have been...

Karen Gelbard
Apr 4, 20241 min read


Feeling grateful
I have returned home from the Midwest and three art fairs in a row. My neglected garden welcomed me with white blooming Clematis, tall...

Karen Gelbard
Sep 25, 20232 min read


Art in the Pearl this weekend
Come see my latest work at Art in the Pearl this weekend. I had a great show in Central Oregon but there is still new work to see this...

Karen Gelbard
Aug 30, 20231 min read


I can't wait to see you!
I have three shows coming up and I can't wait to see you!

Karen Gelbard
Aug 12, 20231 min read


Thank you!
Thank you for visiting with me at Art on the Edge Studio Tour. I went home with lots of empty hangers and some beautiful handwoven...

Karen Gelbard
Jun 19, 20231 min read


Studio Sale
June 16-18, 2023 will be my once-in-a-blue-moon SALE of select items during the Art on the Edge Studio Tour. To see the sale items: 1. ...

Karen Gelbard
Jun 10, 20231 min read


The Studio Tour by Zoom
The Studio Tour by Zoom. On June 16-18 I am having a Pop-Up event at the Lincoln City Cultural Center as part of the Art on the Edge...

Karen Gelbard
May 25, 20231 min read


Sharing my excitement
As a designer/handweaver, which part comes first? It takes a life-time of learning a craft to get to place where an idea can be executed...

Karen Gelbard
Apr 11, 20231 min read


January upgrades
The new year starts with a busy January. I have completed converting my loom to an electronic assist and am having some repairs made to...

Karen Gelbard
Jan 19, 20231 min read


Art Fairs and Textile Adventures in Italy
This weekend, I am delighted to return to Art in the Pearl. September 3-5 Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-6pm Monday, 10am-4pm Art In...

Karen Gelbard
Aug 29, 20221 min read


New Skills and Three Shows
The August and September calendar pages are full. Not only do I have 3 upcoming shows, but I am going to study Jacquard weaving this fall....

Karen Gelbard
Aug 8, 20222 min read


At the Salem Art Fair
Here is a glimpse into the 2022 Salem Art Fair. It has been over two years since I have done this. Not only did I find all the tent...

Karen Gelbard
Jul 15, 20221 min read


July 2022 - Salem Art Fair and Festival
The Salem Art Fair and Festival is July 15-17, and I am excited. I am bringing new designs and colorful Scarf Curls to give your wardrobe...

Karen Gelbard
Jul 6, 20221 min read


Returning to Art Fairs this year
Yes, I am returning to art fairs this year. Please come see me and the new work at the following events. I look forward to seeing you...

Karen Gelbard
Jun 27, 20221 min read


Visit in the Fiber Arts Studio Gallery by Zoom
Tomorrow, 2 PM Pacific Standard Time (4 PM Central Standard Time), you are invited to join me by Zoom for a visit in the Gallery. I had...

Karen Gelbard
May 21, 20221 min read


The Loom Room
This week, I am preparing for the studio tour “Art on the Edge". My studio is a whirlwind of activity. My location for the tour will be...

Karen Gelbard
May 15, 20221 min read


Sharing the exhibit with you
I am the featured artist in the Fiber Arts Studio Gallery exhibit that runs through June 19 at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. For this...

Karen Gelbard
May 5, 20221 min read


2022 Exhibit and Sale
You are invited to meet the artist Opening reception April 29, 5-7 PM Fiber Arts Studio Gallery, Lincoln City Cultural Center 540 NE Hwy...

Karen Gelbard
Apr 17, 20221 min read
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