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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Holiday items from Dublin Farm Shops were on display and available for purchase at the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum Holiday Art Show on Nov. 19.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Master Blacksmith R.H. Kurz displayed his work at the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum Holiday Art Show on Nov. 19.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Clare Neff of Village Quilts demonstrated quilt making, while surrounded by her own quilts, at the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum Holiday Art Show on Nov. 19.
By ABBY SLANKER
Loghurst Farmhouse Museum had its second annual Holiday Art Show with the theme “Old Traditions, New Dimensions” at Loghurst Farm Nov. 19-20. The show featured Master Blacksmith R. H. Kurz and The Village Quilt Shop. House tours were also available.
Kurz demonstrated his forging skills and offered pre-made horseshoes with hand-stamped personalization, and frying pan handles. His original ironwork, including hooks, sculptures, candle holders and barrel sconces, was also on display and available for purchase.
“There’s a part of him in every piece he makes. He also signs each of his pieces. My favorite is the barrel sconce. It is so versatile and can be used many different ways,” said Anne Kurz, Loghurst Farmhouse Museum member and R.H.’s wife.
Clare Neff of Village Quilts was on hand to demonstrate quilt making. Several quilts were also on display and some were available for purchase. Neff also had quilting kits and supplies, which are also available at Village Quilts.
“The history of quilting ties in with the history of the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum. Quilts play a big role in history. There is a story to every quilt. Each quilt represents what interests you and what brought the colors of the quilt together,” Neff said.
Peaberry’s Caf and Bakery donated hot beverages and pastries to the event. Members also make muffins and cupcakes for the show.
Proceeds from the show will be directed back to the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum.
Dublin Farm Shops, owned by Shirley and Lee Sandstrom, also had items available at the Holiday Art Show. Lee Sandstrom is the president of the Canfield Heritage Foundation, which runs the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum. The Western Reserve Historical Society owns the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum.
For more information on the Loghurst Farmhouse Museum, visit Loghurst.org or call 330-533-4330.