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Comment on Episode 14: Catawba Pottery in South Carolina (Part 3) by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:34:23 +0000

Yes, The pottery has grown in popularity over recent years. I am sure that Stephen Criswell, if you are looking for a place to sell or donate the collection, I am sure that Stephen Criswell might have some ideas. Do you want me to forward your email to him?
Jon Kay

Comment on Episode 14: Catawba Pottery in South Carolina (Part 3) by logan

logan — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 15:58:51 +0000

I have 12 pieces that sarah ayers gave to me. Is there an interest in them now?

Comment on Episode 28: Folk Art Curator Carrie Hertz by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 16:18:42 +0000

Thanks so much for your support. I really helped get the word out on this episode.
All the best,
Jon

Comment on Episode 28: Folk Art Curator Carrie Hertz by Learn More About Lace at the Castellani Art Museum | NU News

Learn More About Lace at the Castellani Art Museum | NU News — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:12:54 +0000

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Comment on Episode 9: Brandt Zipp’s Search for Forgotten African American Potters by RAY BURKE

RAY BURKE — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:23:48 +0000

GREAT JOB.

Comment on Episode 9: Brandt Zipp’s Search for Forgotten African American Potters by RAY BURKE

RAY BURKE — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:21:14 +0000

JON, I REALLY ENJOYED YOUR PODCAST WITH BRANDT ZIPP ABOUT THOMAS COMMERAW. AS A PROLIFIC COLLECTOR OF OVOID STONEWARE FROM NEW ENGLAND AND NEW YORK AS WELL AS STONEWARE BOTTLES( 1500 PIECE COLLECTION), I FEEL THAT STONEWARE RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION IS WAY BEHIND THE TIMES. RAY
PS: YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONTACT DAVE GRACI, A RESEARCHER AND WRITER ABOUT STONEWARE AND MANY OTHER HISTORICAL SUBJECTS, HIS WRITINGS HAVE BEEN A GREAT HELP TO ME.

Comment on The Bean Blossom Bridge or Exploring the Local by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 20:15:27 +0000

It is great! I promised to take him fishing there next week. We have a blast exploring the things close at hand. Let me know the next you all are back in Hoosier land, we can get together.

Comment on The Bean Blossom Bridge or Exploring the Local by Kim

Kim — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 12:54:44 +0000

I LOVE that bridge! What a great idea, taking your son there.

Comment on Webinar on Creative Commons by TrnsltLife

TrnsltLife — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:10:37 +0000

Hey, too bad I missed this webinar. Maybe I’ll see if I can check out the recording when it’s up.

I’m currently launching a site (still in its infancy) that meshes well with artisanry and Creative Commons: http://www.commenthow.com is a site for people to post step-by-step how-to tutorials, all of which will be licensed under CC-Zero, CC-BY, or CC-BY-SA.

The site also allows users to see articles that have been posted in the langauges they are interested in – any of the world’s almost 7000 languages. They could then copy an article from a national language like French and translate it into their mother tongue, like Teke-Tyee. This is possible because of the Creative Commons licenses.

It’s still in its infancy though, and needs contributors. So if you want to post how-to articles to share the things you learned in practicing your art, or to preserve traditional and cultural ways of doing things, stop by, make an account, and start sharing your know-how.

Comment on A Greek Revival Meeting House & A Whetstone Grave Marker by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 19:59:05 +0000

Actually, there are large whetstone quarries in Orange County, but they exported a lot of it. Here is a post about a Ohio siltstone marker: http://gravestoned.blogspot.co.....-home.html

Comment on A Greek Revival Meeting House & A Whetstone Grave Marker by Gail Ginther

Gail Ginther — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:47:49 +0000

The graveyard at Hopewell Presbyterian in Preble Co OH has quite a few of these siltstone markers–and they do stand the test of time marvelously. Obviously, there must have been a local source of stone. The old quarry for the area lies between that church and Oxford, OH. I wonder if that was the source.

Comment on Episode 16: Found Images and Research Methods with Rich Remsberg by Maggie hunt

Maggie hunt — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 03:35:58 +0000

Love this book! Bought one as ‘something blue’ (as in something old, new, borrowed or…) for my sisters Hobo themed wedding. Might have to get one for myself!

Comment on Episode 20: Connecticut Needlework by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:22:26 +0000

Joanna, thanks for your kind comments. If you subscribe via itunes, please leave me a rating. I am trying to get a good rating so I can help get the words out. Also, please let me know if you know folks you would like to hear interviewed. All the best,
Jon

Comment on Episode 20: Connecticut Needlework by Joanna Baleson

Joanna Baleson — Wed, 25 May 2011 21:53:15 +0000

This was absolutely fascinating. I can hardly wait to hear the interviews with Laural Horton and Jennifer Core. I am actually bookmarking your site to listen to most of your podcasts. Very well done. You have a great ability to let your guest speak about their passion.

Comment on The Identification, Care & Handling of Historic Photographs by When was this picture taken?

When was this picture taken? — Sun, 01 May 2011 00:50:14 +0000

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Comment on Episode 8: The Quilts of Prince Edward Island by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 20:06:39 +0000

Thanks Joanne. I just keep looking up folks I want to talk to. Thanks for listening and giving feedback. I never know who (if anyone) is listening.
Jon

Comment on Episode 8: The Quilts of Prince Edward Island by Joanne Rodgers

Joanne Rodgers — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 19:24:45 +0000

Once again, Jon, another great podcast! Thank you!

Comment on Sampler Symposium by Jennifer

Jennifer — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:28:30 +0000

Thanks for helping us get the word out, Jon!

Comment on Episode 9: Brandt Zipp’s Search for Forgotten African American Potters by Brandt’s Interview on “Artisan Ancestors”: Researching American Stoneware, Thomas Commeraw, and More | FAHRENHEIT 2300 by Crocker Farm

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:03:24 +0000

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Comment on Episode 9: Brandt Zipp’s Search for Forgotten African American Potters by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 22:31:24 +0000

Hey all, I just updated the audio, because I realized I had some weird reverb on the interview. The version up now should be better. Hope you enjoy it.

Comment on Episode 8: The Quilts of Prince Edward Island by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 23:00:19 +0000

Sorry about that Shelia, It is up and running now. I hope you enjoy it and thanks so much for listening to it! I hope all is well,
Jon

Comment on Episode 8: The Quilts of Prince Edward Island by Sheila

Sheila — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 22:31:00 +0000

Hey Jon, I cannot hear anything going on. Is this airing at a specific time today? I would love to hear it, let me know what I need to do.
Sheila

Comment on Episode 4: Appalachian Dulcimer Traditions by Jon Kay

Jon Kay — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 14:06:00 +0000

Great. He is really a wonderful guy and has done a great service to the dulcimer community in researching the history of this illusive instrument. Good luck in your search for dulcimers. I too have been collecting old instruments and interviewing builders. Would love to have you share an image or two of the instruments you have. I think folks would enjoy it.
Jon

Comment on Episode 4: Appalachian Dulcimer Traditions by G. Roberts

G. Roberts — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:28:05 +0000

I really enjoyed listening to Mr. Smith. I started looking for a dulcimer here in Maine about 4 years ago. I now own 12 found in music shops, antique shops, and on line. I’ve been successful in contacting the makers of several. Now if I could only become even an moderately good player I’d be happy. Thanks again for a inspiring podcast.

Comment on Episode 1: In the Beginning by Gail

Gail — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:55:28 +0000

Loved the first episode! But then, it involved trains and Geoff Davis, so how could it be anything but great.