On March 28, after celebrating his 16th birthday, Tynan, the original High on Hooking Dog, left us for a place of eternal food on demand and no more pain. To say that we’re sad here is an understatement. Tynan was the last of his litter of eight. He celebrated his birthday with kielbasa, Costco chocolate … The post Tynan, 2008-2024 appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

HOLES to be part of STORIES ARE MADE LOOP BY LOOP, curated by Susan Feller Stories Are Made Loop By Loop is all about contemporary rug hooking being done with fabric, yarn, and plastic and how an “old” technique is still being used to tell stories and for self expression. Susan premiered the exhibit last … The post Stories Are Made Loop By Loop appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

Happy 2024! I hope that everyone toasted to love and life at midnight a week ago. Tom and I did, albeit at about 6:00 PM. Drinking late at night doesn’t work well any more. LOL Besides, even after more than eight years out here in New Mexico, we still celebrate the New Year on East … The post Cheers – it’s 2024! appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

2024 is almost here… It’s that time when we all make plans for what we’ll do better in the New Year. Forget self-denial! In 2024, let’s expand our horizons. Maybe, for you, that means learning a new skill or how to make the world a better place by repurposing old stuff that you or someone … The post In 2024, add to your fiber arts repertoire! appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

If you’ve been on my calendar page, you would’ve noticed something pretty amazing. I’ve been invited to teach at HGA’s biennial Convergence next July in Wichita. I know, it’s freaking amazing. Years back, when Convergence was in Providence, Rhode Island, I attended the general exhibits and marketplace. Did I have any idea what the Handweavers … The post Watch to learn about my Convergence workshop! appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

High on Hooking will again be participating as a vendor at the UNM Continuing Ed New Mexico Art of Gifting Arts and Crafts Festival in Albuquerque on Saturday, November 11. There will be many stellar artisans and activities for the whole family. Find more info HERE. Stop by to say hello and receive 10% off … The post ART OF GIFTING ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL – November 11 appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

High on Hooking will be vending at the Santa Fe Beer & Food Festival this weekend, August 5 and 6. It’s at El Rancho de las Golondrinas where we were in early June for the Spring & Fiber Festival. (A good time was had by all.) We hope to see you there. Mention this and/or … The post Santa Fe Beer & Food Festival this weekend! appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

Updated information Mountain and Valley Wool Festival Santa Fe in October If you read the previous post from way back in June – hey, it’s summer and I’m enjoying a break! – you saw that I’ll be teaching an all-day workshop on punch needle rug hooking. At that point, I didn’t have the info on … The post MAVWA UPDATE – Punch needle class info (and more!) appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

Punch Needle Rug Hooking Workshop Mountain and Valley Wool Festival October, 2023 If you’ve had a yen to experience Santa Fe and all she has to offer – especially in regard to wool and fiber arts – then plan on being here the first week of October when New Mexico is at her most beautiful. … The post Punch at the Mountain & Valley Wool Festival! appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more

18th Annual Santa Fe Spring Festival: Featuring Lavender and Fiber Art! Celebrate Spring with our Spring Festival: Featuring Herb & Lavender, and the opening of our 2023 season! Learn about New Mexico’s rich cultural heritage through an array of fun activities and demonstrations. Experience traditional New Mexican ranch activities like sheep shearing, spinning and weaving, … The post Santa Fe Spring Festival, June 3 & 4 appeared first on HIGH ON HOOKING ..read more