Vicki Smith
I am a life long fiber artist. I began teaching myself sewing at about age 12 on an old treadle sewing machine by making clothes for myself, my brother and my sisters without patterns. Sewing eventually grew into quilting and making dolls. Knitting became a passion of mine from about age 15. Now my day is not complete unless I knit at least an hour. My first exposure to weaving was in college where I had the opportunity to work on a large variety of big and small looms. My love for weaving has been rekindled through the Weavers’ Guild of Rochester where I have been taking classes for many years, found kindred spirits and have advanced my weaving skills with the help of teachers and friends. I am also a self taught caner. There is nothing more special than finding old chairs and bringing them back to life with freshly caned seats and backs.
I have a life long passion for teaching and sharing my skills with others. I believe that working with your hands, especially with textiles, is healthy for your mind, body and soul. I am an interpreter at the Genesee Country Museum where I demonstrate weaving and quilting techniques and sell my finished products at a variety of sales.
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