Zen and Now of Quilting Art with Bernadette Sporer

Wed, Dec 21
7 p.m.
FREE

Zen and Now of Quilting Art with Alameda artist Bernadette Sporer - a
fascinating adventure that takes the reader into the past of fiber
art and its exciting history. From Ancient Egypt through the
Victorian era and beyond the use of textiles is explored in the pages
of this colorful and informative book. The technique of hand quilting
as therapy is demonstrated in a unique manner that is interesting and
enlightening.

The Enhancement Method of hand quilting is demonstrated in easy to
follow photographs and directions. Pattern for the Egyptian Medallion
Quilt on the cover is included along with complete instructions for
assembly. Fun to read, stimulating for the mind, let your creative
juices flow as you create your own Art from the palette of fabric.

Historian, Photographer, Artist or Quilter there is something of
interest for all readers in this artful journey.

Bernadette Sporer is an experienced quilt artist and teaches the
Enhancement Method of Hand quilting which is demonstrated in her
book, Zen and Now of Quilting Art. Bernadette is an active member of
the Rosicrucian Order A.M.OR.C., the Traditional Martinist Order, the
Ecclasiastica Gnostica Catholica Hermetica as Presbyter, and Alameda
chapter, Order of The Eastern Star. She received an award from
Monterey Peninsula College for her costume design where she took
theater arts and graduated in 1994 with an Associates degree in
Psychology.

Venue:

Spellbinding Tales
1910A Encinal Ave.
Alameda
510-523-1105
http://www.spellbindingtales.com

See Yahoo maps. For public transportation, O bus from SF; 51 Bus from
Oakland, Broadway. Get off bus at Santa Clara/Chestnut and walk up
three blocks to Encinal. Turn right.

Additional Info:

510-523-1105
http://www.spellbindingtales.com