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Meet the Maker: Ellie Willingham of Frontier Furs

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Theresa Willingham

Joining us again this year is heritage crafter, Ellie Willingham, of Frontier Furs. She reminds us that the first makers were those who crafted items from the natural world to make clothing, utilitarian accessories like bags and blankets, as well as art. … Continue reading →

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Meet the Maker: Ellie Willingham, of Frontier Furs

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Theresa Willingham

Ellie Willingham joined us last year, making quite an impression with her heritage craft exhibit. She’s back again this year, with new work and fresh insights for those who think a maker festival is all about high tech. The first … Continue reading →

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Meet the Maker: Ellie Willingham, of Frontier Furs

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Theresa Willingham

This year we have a Heritage Craft area, highlighting Makers of a different kind: People with traditional skills and expertise in fields that at one time were the cutting edge of technology, expanding trade and exploration, and improving life in … Continue reading →