Please join us for our 2011 holiday sale!
Holiday Shopping Hours:
Saturday, December 3, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, December 4, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Directions:
Travel south on rt. 195 about 1 mile past the UCONN campus to East Road (across from the Mansfield fire station). Turn left on East Rd and go about 3/4 mile. The gallery is the little red barn where East Road makes a sharp left and becomes Hanks Hill Road.
As always, the wood stove will be running and the coffee pot on.
In the gallery this fall:
Karen Beattie and Lynn Stanley Haney – Stringing Them Along Studio
Karen and Lynn have been busy creating necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more. Their beads come from near and far, including antique and vintage beads. Their one-of-a kind pieces run the gamut from classic to funky and make gift selection so easy and fun!
Eileen Griffin – Photographer, Red Oak Hill Studio
Eileen is a nature photographer capturing landscapes, flora and fauna. She is fascinated by that certain slant of light when textures of nature reveal themselves. Once in awhile she also captures the whimsy of life either through people, statues, and animals. Her photography is available in a variety of sizes, all matted with both frames and unframed. Her popular note cards will also be available with and without decorative papers. She is also experimenting with new and different ways to display her photographs. All photographs are printed and matted with archival materials.
Guest Artists:
Mary Alice Neubeck – Amazon Creek Studio
Texture and color play into the hand knitted work of Mary Alice. Her search for unique yarns and her love of combining them can be seen in scarves, wraps, shawls and hand warmers.
In addition, Mary Alice and Eileen have teamed up to form Free Spirit Fibers and will feature hand-sewn pillows, placemats, table runners, and sachets.
Zip Sopp – Lake Parlin Artisans from Maine
Zip puts together stunning hand crafted leather items. You’ll find handbags, journals, book covers and more. These items are high quality and will make excellent gifts. See examples of her work at http://www.mainecraftsguild.com/artists/zip-sopp/
The Mummy Cats arrived at the Silkworm Gallery on Friday. They couldn't wait to get inside and show off their style and colorful, organic glazes. They are patiently awaiting your arrival. They will be at home in your garden or on a shelf in your home. 
This an example of the many delights you will find from Karen and Lynn of Stringing Them Along. Imagine wearing this necklace in the depths of our New England winter. It will brighten your day and your spirit.
Walking through the castle in Cesky Krumlove, . which was built in the 1300's, I looked to my left and there was the kingdom below. It was spring when I was there, and after the houses caught my eye I then noticed the magnificent hills. Spring blossoms were abundant. This view would have afforded a good watch for enemies as they were approaching. One's imagination runs wild when walking through a castle.
Imagine my surprise when I was awakened by the sun in my eyes on an early fall morning. I could tell this was something special. I got out of bed to explore the view a little more, and what I saw was this glorious view. I grabbed my camera and tripod and quickly went outside. Sunrises and sunsets can change so rapidly. As I was capturing just the right angle and light I was reminded of how unique this time of day is. 
