Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

12/15/2019

Patty Dutchie was a member of the Ute Mountain Ute tribe. She learned beadwork and other traditional Ute traditions from her mother as a young girl. Among the many skills she was taught, Patty favored cradleboard creation, and over the years became a master of the artform. Patty's cradleboards reflect old style Ute cradles. Notice the high backboard and willow sun shade. Patty's cradle uses a plywood base for extra strength, and goatskin, rather than the traditional buckskin covering.
#folkart #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #ute #uteartist #utefolkarts #cradlebaord #buckskin #goatskin #utepride #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesut @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

12/14/2019

It was a gift to have Chue Thao teach our final fiber workshop. Here, students learned the art of Hmong Embroidery, engaging in an ancient art form and connecting with each other through fiber and conversation.
You can visit Chu’s website here: or the link in our bio!
@ namnumyig.wixsite.com/mysite

#hmong #hmongembroidery #hmongcrossstitch #hmongfiberart #fiverart #folkart #traditionalfolkart #slcfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #fiberworks #textileart #textile #hmongtextile #artistsofslc @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

12/09/2019

2020 MWAC Session Proposal Information

The Mountain West Arts Conference (MWAC) is a statewide gathering that provides opportunities for innovation, inspiration, networking and professional development. We are currently requesting proposals for general breakout sessions that are relevant, practical, original, and thought-provoking. If you're interested in submitting a session proposal, please visit our website.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyh2XE2FGJ0Y7U3FHTFAX-EHtNGkVssgdCcXj23EK7lvaoLw/viewform?usp=send_form

Request for Proposals: Utah Arts & Museums requests breakout session proposals for the 2020 Mountain West Arts Conference. The conference is a statewide gathering that provides opportunities for innovation, inspiration, networking and professional development. Conference Audience: The majority of at...

12/08/2019

Do you ever notice the dessert doilies resting underneath delicious pastries in coffee shops? Well, this delicate six petaled doily, created by Chyleen MacKay, is nothing to be missed.

A doily is a decorative textile that became popular in the 1800s when Victorian women were taught needlework as young women. Doilies were used for serving food and protecting furniture.
Later, doilies were made using paper and used for serving food and other baked goods, where they earned the name "dessert doilies." Do you own any doilies?
Source:http://junkboxtreasures.com/blog/history-of-the-crocheted-doily/

#folkart #fiberart #textileart #doily #crochet #crochetdoily # #artistsofutah #utahfolkart #artshumanitiesUT #weaving #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart

12/07/2019

The workshop taught by Catherine Marchant today was a huge success.

Participants created their own mug rug, using traditions and techniques of rag rug weaving.

Stop by 11-4 Monday-Wednesday to view the beautiful rag rugs we have on display from local Utah artists.

#chasehomemuseum #ragrugweaving #ragrug #traditionaltexriles #fiberarts #textilearts #loom #diyloom #mugrug #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #pioneer #slcartists #exploreslc #folkart #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

12/07/2019

The Museum is closed until noon for a workshop but will be open today until 4pm! Come see us!

12/04/2019

Have you ever owned a tartan scarf? Comment below!
Anne Carroll Gilmour is one of the most talented tartan weavers in Utah. Anne's family moved from Nova Scotia to the US where Anne learned the art of weaving from Norman Kennedy. Tartan patterns are among the most difficult weaving patterns to learn, and Anne's beautiful piece above demonstrates the remarkeable intricacy of the design. Today, Anne's daughter, Lindsay Carroll Holt, carries on the beautiful tradition of weaving alongside her mother.
#folkart #fiberart #textileart #tartan #scottish #novascotianartist #artistsofutah #utahfolkart #artshumanitiesUT #weaving #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart

11/28/2019

The museum will be closed Thursday - Sunday
(Nov 28 - Dec 1).
We will reopen on Wednesday, Dec 4th.

11/27/2019

The Museum is closed for Thanksgiving. Visit us when we open again on Wed, Dec 4th!

11/27/2019

Jachelle Yazzie, comes from a family of talented Navajo artists. She began etching on greenware and practicing ceramics at a young age.

She participates each year in "Christmas at the Urban Indian Center" and the "Living Traditions Festival" in SLC. In each ceramic piece, Jachelle etches freehand, adding her own signature to distinctive Navajo designs that she learned from her mother.

Jachelle's signature design combines the stair design used by her mother and the triangle design used by her father. It can be seen on the bottom row of Luminous Sunshine (1) and the second line of the Tree of Life above (2). This innovative design allowing Jachelle to merge her appreciation of traditions in a contemporary manner.

#folkart #navajo #greenware #ceramics #navajoceramics #navajoetching #navajogreenware #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #navajoartists #navajo #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT

11/23/2019

These Buckskin Dolls, created by Clayton Sireech, are distinguished by their tiny decorative beads and dress in geometric shapes as Northern Ute in origin.

Clayton taught himself to work with buckskin and beads in his twenties to continue the work of his grandmother and father after spending his childhood attending schools away from home.

What traditions have you carried on from your family?

#folkart #buckskindoll #utebeadwork #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #beadwork #uteart #ute #utebuckskin #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT
@ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

11/20/2019

Utah State Library / Utah State Agencies | Creativebug

The State Library has recently finalized a contract with Creativebug, a new database that will be accessible to all Utah residents with a public library card! We haven't pushed it out to the public libraries yet, but you can access it now with your state library card.
Creativebug is an adult education database focused on arts and crafts. You can explore a range of courses from sewing, drawing, painting, paper crafts, jewelry, soap making, knitting, and more! There are thousands of courses to choose from and they add more every week!
Again, this is FREE with your State Library Card!
Check it out at https://www.creativebug.com/lib/utahstate
#folkart #fiberart #textileart #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT #slclibrary

Utah State Library / Utah State Agencies and Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more.

11/17/2019

Some highlights from our Macrame workshop yesterday with @marti_makes who was an absolutely incredible instructor. An excellent example of an artist with a passion and drive that inspires us to connect and bond through our creative practice. Thank you so much Marti!

11/13/2019

Do you love these rag rugs designed by Grace Durfee (top) and Deeana Price (bottom)?
Rag rugs are an innovative folk-art form that tie together economics, tradition, comfort, and aesthetic into one beautiful cohesive work of art.

In two weeks we invite you to come learn Rag Rug Weaving with local artist Catherine Marchant and create your own mug rug to take home! Family friendly, and beginners are welcome!
Link in bio! Sign up today, SPOTS ARE LIMITED, tickets are just $5 per spot.

Sat, Dec. 7th, 2019
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST @ The Chase Home Museumhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1756084087857277/

#folkart #fiberart #textileart #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT
@ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

11/09/2019

NEXT WEEK: Come and Learn macrame techniques with local artist Marti Woolford @marti_makes and create your own wall hanging to take home! Family friendly, and beginners are welcome!
Link in bio! Sign up today, SPOTS ARE LIMITED, tickets are just $5 per spot.

Sat, November 16, 2019
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST @ The Chase Home Museum
https://www.facebook.com/events/1123913047998112
#chasehomemuseum #utahfolkarts #folkart #contemporaryfolkart #macrame #workshopsslc #slcartists #craftlakecity #exploreslc #artshumanitiesUT #artistsofslc #slcdiy

11/09/2019

Maria Elena Lowe will be at the museum this afternoon selling textiles created by Hermanas Luum. Stop by and check it out! @textilesluum

11/07/2019

Do you love fiber arts? Have you ever wanted to try traditional Macrame, weaving, or embroidery? Sign up for our FIBER ARTS WORKSHOP SERIES TODAY. Spots are limited, so grab yours today!

$5 per person! More info and registration through our page, https://www.facebook.com/pg/chasehomemuseum/events/?ref=page_internal

#mayanweaving #huipil #mayaluumcooperative @mayaluumcooperative @marti_makes
#folkart #fiberart #textileart #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart #artshumanitiesUT

11/06/2019

NEXT WEEK: Come and Learn macrame techniques with local artist Marti Woolford @marti_makes and create your own wall hanging to take home! Family friendly, and beginners are welcome!
Link in bio! Sign up today, SPOTS ARE LIMITED, tickets are just $5 per spot.

Sat, November 16, 2019
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST @ The Chase Home Museum
https://www.facebook.com/events/1123913047998112

#chasehomemuseum #utahfolkarts #folkart #contemporaryfolkart #macrame #workshopsslc #slcartists #craftlakecity #exploreslc #artshumanitiesUT #artistsofslc #slcdiy
@ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

11/03/2019

Come learn traditional Mayan embroidery teqnuiqes & patterns with local artist Maria Elena Lowe. Family friendly, beginners welcome.
More info and link for tickets in bio. $5/spot.

Sat. Nov. 9 10am-12pm MST

#mayanweaving #huipik @textilesluum #mayaluumcooperative #folkart #contemporaryfolkart #fiberart #textileart #exploreslc #libertypark #slcfamilyfriendly #slcartists #artshumanitiesUT #slcfolkart #chasehomemuseum #artistsofslc

11/02/2019

Happy Dia de los Muertos! Celebrations are taking place all around Salt Lake City today. Swipe to see what our incredible partners have planned:

1) UNA MANO AMIGA, @unamanoamiga_ partnered with @arteprimero Hosts Day of The Dead at Trolley Square from 12-7pm November 2. Free Admission. For more invo visit https://www.arteprimero.com/day-of-the-dead

2) UMFMA Sat. Nov 2 10-5pm; Sunday Nov. 3 ( community altar on view) visit umfa.utah.edu/dia-de-los-muertos for info. @utahmuseumoffinearts

3) The Utah Cultural Celebration Center presents the Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on Saturday, November 2nd from 11am to 6pm. 1355 West 3100 South @wvcuccc
West Valley City https://www.eventbrite.com/e/day-of-the-dead-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-tickets-69756378205?aff=ebdiglgoogleseo

4) Family History Library 10am-4pm Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Family History Library. Face painting, coloring activities, Disney’s Coco, and traditional Mexican treats for the whole family.

#folkart #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc#diadelosmuertos #diadelosmuertosslc #dayofthedead #mexicanfolkart #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart

11/01/2019

Utah Museums Association

Interested in working with the Utah Division of Arts & Museums? The Office of Museum Services is currently hiring a part-time administrative support person.

https://www.utahmuseums.org/networking/apply_now.aspx?view=2&id=580932

The Utah Division of Arts & Museums’ Office of Museum Services (OMS) seeks an enthusiastic individual to join their team on a contract basis. The Museum Services Assistant will provide administrative support to the OMS Manager and Specialist, including assisting with the monthly MuseNews newslette...

10/30/2019

Come trick or treat at the Chase Home Museum tomorrow 11-4pm! There will be spooky folklore galore and some treats for those of you who come in your Halloween costumes! (did you know that costumes are folklore too?)
#chasehomemuseum #familyfriendly #trickortreatslc #slcfolkart #exploreslc #libertypark #halloween2019 #folklore #slcfolkart

10/30/2019

NEXT WEEK: Come and Learn traditional Mayan embroidery techniques and patterns from local artist, Maria Elena Lowe. Family friendly, beginners welcome!
Link in bio, or on our page.
Sign up today, SPOTS ARE LIMITED, tickets are just $5 per spot, or $10 deal for families.

Sat, November 9, 2019
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST @ The Chase Home Museum

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/traditional-mayan-embroidery-with-maria-elene-lowe-tickets-78279938403

#chasehomemuseum #libertypark #slcfolkart #folkart #exploreslc #artistsofslc #mayanembroidery #textile #fiberarts #textilearts @textilesluum @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

10/29/2019

Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts's cover photo

10/27/2019

This intricately woven Huipil features a pattern of diamond shapes that represent the eye of God, or the creator. The four points represent the cardinal directions and the four elements of nature: earth, fire, air, and water. In such weavings, combining depictions of animals, plants, and the eye of God reflect the unity of the cosmos. Created by Elana Gomez Sanchez Lowe, the piece above preserves traditions of Oxchuc, a Maya Tzeital community of weavers of which Maria’s mother was one of the last practicing members. Maria and her sisters now weave and tell their work through a a group called Hermanas Maya Lu’um Cooperative. @textilesluum
#mayanweaving #huipil #mayaluumcooperative #chasehomemuseum #contemporaryfolkart #traditionalfolkart #weaving #backstraploom #folkart #slcfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #exploreslc #artshumanitiesUT #fiberart #textiles #textileart @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

10/26/2019

Did you know that grave markers are folk art?

On most grave markers, you will find the birth and death dates of the deceased. But sometimes you will also find symbols that have been carved in the stone. Symbols like clasping hands are particularly common in Utah communities and symbolize the power of relationships that transcend death. Other depictions like hourglasses, crossbones, and skulls are reminders for the living of the fleeting nature of life. In ancient times, urns, weeping willows, and drapery were used to symbolize nature’s lament, the body returning to dust, and the soul passing through life and death.

What other grave marker symbols have you noticed? Link in stories for more info.

#folkart #tombstonesrt #graceyard #tombstone #spookyseason #tradtionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #folklore #halloweenfolkart #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart

10/23/2019

Having always loved drawing, Harold began translating his experiences of western life and culture into traditional navajo beadwork at a young age. By stringing beads with meticulous attention to detail, Harold creates painterly images of the various elements of western life, such as horses, western landscapes, and rodeo activites out of thousands of tiny glass beads. Harold's folk art serves as a bridge between multiple cultures and multiple generations. Come see one of his horse medallions on display today! Swipe to see a piece that we recently commissioned for the State of Utah Alice Merrill Horne Art Collection.

#folkart #fiberart #textileart #navajobeadwork #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #beadwork #navajoart #navajo #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc #slcfolkart @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts

10/19/2019

Shout out to @textilesluum and the Emerald Hills Institute (emeraldhillsinstitute.org) for their help launching the exhibition. If you did not get a chance to stop by and buy some of their textiles, you can find them here!

#folkart #chasehomemuseum #slcfolkart #fiverart #textileart #mayanweaving #turkishoya #turkishlace #traditionalfolkart #contemporaryfolkart #slcartists #artistsofslc #chasehomemuseum #exploreslc @ Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Arts