I was born in East River Point, NS in 1944. I was taught at a very early age how to Hook rugs, Quilt, Sew,Knit, Etc. Thanks belongs to my Mother,Eileen Harnish(Jollimore), Father Eldon Harnish, and especially my Grandmother Lottie Harnish(Schnare) all of East River Point. I learned a totally different trade with my Grandfather William Harnish in his Cooper shop. He taught me all phases of barrel making,cutting wood,the use of using a draw bench and a draw knife,using a schythe for cutting grass, etc. I did not have a boring childhood, always something to do. But I mostly looked forward to my GrandMother's hooking and quilting bees with all the ladies and gents because I was allowed to help. I have continued over the years to dabble in making rugs the old fashioned way with recycled clothing and do so to this day.