Dolores a "legend" of needle arts

During the annual assembly of the National Academy of Needlearts, Dolores was named as the first recipient of the NAN Living Legend award in recognition of her years of service to the organization.

Gail Sirna, who presented the award for NAN, cited the many years of constant service Dolores has given to the organization and her contributions as Director of Judging Certification. She also noted that Dolores has traveled worldwide representing NAN to the International Council of Needlework Associates.

The award is a piece of Swarovski glass depicting an open oyster containing a pearl. The glass oyster is displayed on a two-inch square beveled edge mirror.

Dolores is also a past winner of the organization's Lifetime Achievement Award.

This year's trip to the assembly in Kansas City was a story in itself. Read it here.)