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...
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Karen Gelbard
- Aug 20
- 1 min
The ABCs of why I make wearable art
Wearable art moves out in the world. It influences people. A. Handwoven garments are a kind of armor that enhances. B. Handwoven cloth...
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Karen Gelbard
- Jun 10
- 1 min
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. ...
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Karen Gelbard
- Apr 11
- 1 min
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...
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Karen Gelbard
- Oct 23, 2022
- 1 min
New Work in the Store
I have been slowly adding new pieces to the website store and removing all that have sold. In addition, custom orders are getting filled...
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Karen Gelbard
- Oct 1, 2022
- 1 min
Hotel Pendini, Florence, Italy
It is midnight. From the fourth floor of my room at the Hotel Pendini, I am watching a store display window being changed for a high end...
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Karen Gelbard
- Aug 8, 2022
- 2 min
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....
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Karen Gelbard
- Jun 27, 2022
- 1 min
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...
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Karen Gelbard
- May 5, 2022
- 1 min
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...
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Karen Gelbard
- Apr 24, 2022
- 1 min
A "Virtual Try-On "with your smart phone
Want to try on the Ruffled Edge Collar? I have been learning new ways to bring my garments to you virtually. It is good to have friends...
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Karen Gelbard
- Apr 17, 2022
- 1 min
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...
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Karen Gelbard
- Apr 10, 2022
- 1 min
Dress forms are starting to fill up my studio!
Each of these dress forms is waiting for a new garment. If you are wondering what the excitement is all about, April 29 - June 19, 2022...
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Karen Gelbard
- Mar 7, 2022
- 1 min
Join me Thursday evening by Zoom
March 10, 2022, 7 PM You are invited to the Portland Handweavers Guild Meeting by Zoom, Thursday evening, for my presentation on:...
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Karen Gelbard
- Dec 2, 2021
- 1 min
See it in December. Online or in person.
December starts with two special events. First, there is a Special Edition Issue of Tearsheet PDX magazine of my new work! In this issue,...
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Karen Gelbard
- Nov 3, 2021
- 1 min
New Designs
I have been working on new designs this Fall, with a focus on collars. Tearsheet PDX magazine asked if I was interested in a photo shoot....
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Karen Gelbard
- Oct 2, 2021
- 1 min
Vests for Fall
Here is a short video of Vests made from my handwoven cloth. In addition to weaving the cloth, I enjoy adding other textile techniques to...
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Karen Gelbard
- Mar 24, 2021
- 1 min
Some find sea shells
Some find sea shells at the beach. This is what The Oregon Weaver takes away from a visit to the beach.
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Karen Gelbard
- Feb 28, 2021
- 1 min
Slideshow at the Beach, or how to have a photoshoot without the sand....
This year I have explored many different ways to create “content” videos. Without being able to experience the fabrics first hand, these...
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Karen Gelbard
- Feb 14, 2021
- 1 min
Loom Music
There is a relationship between reading music and reading a weaving draft. Both are on a staff and use notation. Music is not just about...
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