Hand-Sewn Clutch by Minnesota Artist Beth Dow


Item Number: 231

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $150

Online Close: Sep 17, 2017 8:00 PM CDT

Bid History: 11 bids - Item Sold!



Description

Travel in style with the simple and fashionable leather clutch, completely hand-sewn by Minnesota artist Beth Dow. Beth is an instructor at North House Folk School, where she teaches "Hand-Sewn Leather Cases: Saddle Stitch Style."


Beth Dow is an artist and teacher from Minneapolis. She calls herself analog-retentive, and is interested in contemporary applications for traditional crafts. She has an MFA in photography, and her work has been exhibited around the world. Beth also makes saddle-stitched leather goods and artist books, and is an obsessive spoon carver. She takes a playful approach in her classes, encouraging students to experiment and have fun while mastering process. In her spare time Beth likes to play her ukulele with friends, and she sings with the Prairie Fire Lady Choir. Beth currently teaches photography at the University of Minnesota.


Visit her website here.

Special Instructions

Vegetable tanned leather, hand sewn. Will naturally darken over time with use. Leave it in the sun to darken more quickly. Winner is responsible for picking up item at North House Folk School or paying shipping cost.

Donated by

Beth Dow