[Glaslyn] Glaslyn Artisan -- Word Fame

[Emma Haldan]

I had a wonderful time at Artisan this weekend, learned things I had wanted
to learn for some time, and made a lot of new friends, while enjoying the
company of old friends not seen in a long while! I'd like to thank everyone
in Glaslyn who put this event together and made such a wonderful day!

Also, Vivat! to Lord Silvanus, who was voted Keeper of the Flame for his
display, which included recreations of teeny-weeny-tiny little brass
cardweaving cards, weaving beating swords (which were descended upon by at
least one of the weaving classes to be used successfully) and lovely weaving
shuttles. (His lovely and Gracious wife HL Hanna is a weaver, and many of us
profited from the inspiration she has given her husband's crafting. He went
home with a long list of "Please, I'd like one of those!")

And Vivat! again to HL Saqra Al Kudsi, who gave up her title, cloak, and
belt favor to Lord Silvanus, only to receive the tilte of Artisan of the
Steppes, and to accept that favor and that cloak from HL Hanna. Her display
was wonderful and varied, from scrummy middle eastern candies and dumplings
to the beautiful pottery she had decorated, fablulous and varied weaving,
and all of it thoroughly and clearly documented.

All of the displays were wonderful! My old brain can only remember
Lady Micola's display of silk banner painting, and Italian Renaissance
clothing (knowledge and skills she shared with all in her class on Italian
Chemise making!), Lady Viviana's beautiful reproduction of Roman necklace,
and some wonderful braided wire work in the early Northern European style (I
barely restrained myself from making off with all of them, while whistling
innocently), Lady Elec's display of yummy food and drink (who knew barley
water tasted good?!), and Lady Pyro's elegant weaving and embroidery.

Forgive my lapse of memory, both for displays and for appriate titles.
Please, someone fill in my gaps, they were all terrific displays, worthy of
note, as were the classes. The day's activites ended on a dancing class by
Lady Regan, which was a joy to watch for the wallflowers and seemed to be
very much enjoyed by the laughing and smiling dancers. Court was short and
to the point, and the winners and competitors much cheered, while the meal
was generous and good, with time for sharing of stories and arts. All in
all, just a lovely and wonderful day, and I thank everyone for making it
possible!

Cheerfully (and now weavingly) yours,

Emma