ArmeniaFest 1999
Arts Exhibit Booth where every year, very gifted and skilled ladies demonstrate one type of traditional art, or the other.
Mrs. Ketenjian is demonstrating the art of Marash stitches. This is a rare type of art and a very few women are able to do this in the United States. Marash stitches are cross type stitches. The fascinating thing about this style of embroidery is that it is as clean and beautiful looking in the back as it does in the front. You must see it to appreciate it. |
The Groung dance group was initially formed and trained by a very talented instructor from Armenia, Mrs. Datevik Gharibian. Since her departure, Mrs. Margo Kaftajian has taken the responsibility of instructing the new Groung members and they continue to entertain us with some of the most delightful Armenian dances. |