October 28th, 2020

Sabieware Pottery, Clarksville, Delaware, Sabie Carey, Master Potter, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware

To say that 2020 has been quite a year is an understatement. It has impacted so many, even our resort areas who in their second season a lot of the festivities have been canceled, including the Southeastern Delaware Artists Studio Tour right after Thanksgiving. It has been postponed until next year.

One of those artist is Master Potter Sabie Carey. 20 years ago I had commissioned her to make me oversized dinner plates. I still used the plates all the time and I don’t even have to get a salad plate because everything fits just right. My 12 inch plates also fit in my dishwasher.

I contacted Sabie to see if I could stop by her studio. It takes about 20 minutes from Rehoboth Beach. You should call her to make an appointment or just ask when she is going to be there. Next is her business card.

I am always in awe at the beautiful pieces a potter can make out of a lump of clay. Must be so rewarding and so full of accomplishment.

Her studio is small but that is all you need to appreciate her work.

It is that time of the year and even though I use my plates frequently, they really show off during holidays. Sabie has many things in her studio for you to pick and choose from. Following are some of the photos I took the other day.

There is still time to order something for the holidays.

Our talented artists in Southern Delaware make one of a kind pieces. I enjoy so very much every time I get the opportunity to engage in conversation with them. My Sabie plates I love and they are made to be used and enjoyed every single day.

Have a great week and remember that in the hands of a potter the clay becomes magical.

August 19th, 2012

Rehoboth Art League’s 39th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Fine Craft Show, Strolling the Art League, Photographer Kevin Fleming, Laura Hickman, Lynda Dashiell-Ohotnicky of Wahine Designs, Lynne McKay of Whimsical Creations, Professional Artist Martha Lechner Spak, Joy Davis Jewelry Designs, Susan Gladstone of The HappyRock Pottery Studio…Some of the Artists Exhibiting at Outdoor Show, Sunday 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Beaches

Saturday was a great day to be in Rehoboth Beach.  The weather was 82 degrees with just a few clouds.  It was the perfect day to stroll through the Rehoboth Art League’s 39th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Craft Show.  This is the second week-end; Sunday is the last day.

The Rehoboth Art League is located at 12 Dodds Lane, Rehoboth Beach.  Already plans are taking place for 2013.  The League will be celebrating its 75 years.  I remember taking my own kids for classes during the summer at the League.  June 21, 2013 is the kick off week-end.  Check the website for details and events http://www.rehobothartleague.org.

This year I decided to take advantage of the free shuttle from K-Mart on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth.  From experience, I know how hard it is to park in Henlopen Acres, where the Rehoboth Art League is located.  It was such a breeze. I highly recommend it.

You can either pick up the shuttle at K-Mart or at the Rehoboth Elementary School located at 500 Stockley St.

No hassle; the Jolly Trolley was super clean, air conditioned, and the driver had some great music playing.  We were there in no time since the Jolly Trolley traveled through the bus lane.

The traffic on Coastal Highway was incredible on Saturday, so believe me, this was the easiest way to get to the Rehoboth Art League.  The buses make the rounds; they come and go every 15 to 20 minutes.

The Rehoboth Art League looked so lively, with so many people walking around.  The property is about 3 acres.  Over 100 artists and artisans were showcasing their variety of mediums.

There were food vendors, children’ activities and music.

On Sunday the Van Williamson Trio will be performing from 11 – 1 p.m. Marv Ashby and High Octane will be performing from 1 – 3 p.m.

At Noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. there will be a pottery demonstration, outside the Pottery Studio.  On Saturday, Brenda was working on a piece.

There was also some face painting all day.

Their fig tree had fruit so I little tasting took place.

The Homestead which dates from 1743 is beautiful and tours are available, as well.

I stopped by to see my friend, Susan Gladstone.  She is a potter whose  studio The Happy Rock Pottery is located at the Celebration Mall Galleries at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach.

Raku is her specialty; her booth is #53.  Her tel. is 410-375-7120.  Her e-mail is the happyrock@earthlink.net.

Then, I went looking for an artist that I met last year.  Her name is Lynda Dahiell-Ohotnicky of Wahine Designs.  Her home?  Vieques, which is the island between Puerto Rico and the U.S.Virgin Islands.  She is a designer/metalsmith.  Her jewelry is handcrafted, and it is gorgeous.  To know more about her and to see what she is all about, please visit http://www.wahinedesigns.com.  Her booth is #5.

Last year I noticed the booth occupied by Martha Lechner Spak.  She is from Potomac, Maryland.  Her mediums? Fine Art, Photography, Designs.  Check http://www.marthaspak.com.

I stopped to see Joy Davis of Joy Davis Jewelry Designs, who is a Wilmington, Delaware, native and a self taught silversmith. She had very unique pieces, as well.  Her email address is jd2thesun@aol.com. You can learn more about her by visiting http://www.delawarebyhand.org/davis.shtml.

I met Lynne McKay today too.  She has Whimsical Creations.  She is an artist and interior designer.  She lives in Rehoboth Beach.  If you would like to talk to her, please call 302-381-5038.

Laura Hickman is a painter and a Delaware native with a multitude of accolades and awards to her name. She grew up in Bethany Beach and many of her paintings show her affection for this coastal, Southern Delaware town.  I, particularly love some of her Bethany Beach’s alleys.  Her travels have taken her to Italy, among other countries, where she has painted for years.  If you would like to talk to her or schedule an appointment, please call her at 302-539-0494.  Her website is http://www.laurahickmanfinearts.com.  At the League, you will find her as you come in.

Kevin Fleming, photographer.  There are not enough words to describe the talent of this artist.  His photographs are awesome!! He has traveled the world for National Geographic and has been recognized as America’s Best Observer by Readers Digest.  His studio is located at 239 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  His tel. 302-227-4994.  Website? http://www.kevinfleming.com.  He is on booth #111.

Enjoy, relax, and have a good time!!

And how about dinner?

Crabs from Jimmy Lynn’s located on Rt. 1 in Lewes and corn from Freeman’s….my favorites!!