Highlights of the Convention

[Mike Labbe]

So.... I couldn't make it and am curious.

What were some of the highlights, for you, for the 2014 convention?

Were there any new products or classes that really got your attention?

 

[Russ Wood]

I believe it was a great convention. There were several highlights.

First, some great classes:

1. I have taken many of Hugh's classes, but I try to limit myself to only one each year. This year it was his hinging light items, which included a great discussion on using methyl cellulose in place of starch, or a methyl cellulose / starch combo. This class illustrates how the only constant is change.

2. Chris P's class on decorative paper was fun, enjoyable, entertaining, and educational. As most of you know, I do a lot with painted mats and bevels and some with decorative papers. I have made new mat surfaces by attaching decorative papers in the past, but if you want the paper on a bevel I always thought you would have do reverse bevels, or wrapped bevels, because you will get a sliver of a gap in the corner that is not covered up with paper. Chris showed that, if you wrinkle the paper up in a ball, then attach it, the extra space from the wrinkles will get in the corner and you will not have that gap.

3. I took Rhonda's (non PPFA) class on frame identification from a historical perspective and I found that very useful.

Most of the other classes were also good, but can't discuss all because of time limitations (have a doctor appointment to leave for in 6 minutes).

Overall, and I heard this comment from others, the caliber of the PPFA classes were generally MUCH better than those from the WCAF.

2nd: Other.

great talking an getting re-introduced to so many great framers. Great social event.

Thanks everyone.

 

[Ellen Collins MCPF]

I got home about 9pm Eastern, totally exhausted. That alarm went off mighty early for a gal who had finally adjusted to the Las Vegas time zone. But, caffeine is my friend, and I am beginning to function.

What I liked best about the show, besides seeing everyone and having way too much food (groan...) was the education, as always.

Hugh's class on hinging heavy items had a bunch of good information. Hugh is such a great resource for framers, and we are so lucky to have him.

I loved teaching Recert, and I learned a bunch of stuff from the attendees, as always. We now have a new cadre of Recert instructors, so Recert will be more accessible to more of those who need recertification. Don't let your credentials die!