Gosh. So I pretty much fell off the face of the earth and I do apologize. I blame it all on the weather.
We had some amazing weather here in the NW as of late and I had to take advantage of it. Lots of hiking, going to the beach, lounging on the deck with a cup of coffee and a sketchbook... Heavenly. I also got a good jump on my container garden and will post pics of it here shortly. But first, while I was absent from the blog, my hands were certainly kept busy...
After starting my first quilt at the end of last summer, I finally *finally* finished it this week. Hoowah.
I made the entire thing completely by hand (alas, I have no sewing machine). It was a learning experience and indeed, I learned a lot along the way. The most important? Just digging in and doing it. Also, I think it's important not to over-think/over-plan it. I had to remind myself that quite a few times.
But I'm quite thrilled with the result and am already scheming on plans for the next one (whenever that may be).
Cat + quilt = happiness......Anyway, I'm also knee-deep in rough/quick sketches and plans on a new series of paintings. The over-all theme confronts the need to remain positive and strong even in dark and negative situations. Very relevant to what's going on in this crazy world of ours (and it is crazy, isn't it?) as well as what many of us (including myself) should be doing.
I think the paintings (when I finally get to that stage) will be a smidgen darker and more serious than my work typically is, with plenty of symbolism and allegory.Well kids, the sun is out and I really should go and have a bite to eat. Take care, everyone!
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8 comments:
Amazing job on that quilt! :D
The quilt looks great. I can't believe you handstitched the whole thing! That's very impressive.
Can't wait to see your sketches come to life!
Thank you so much, ladies! :)
I think you're crazy. I've done three quilt squares by hand, and at that point, I gave up and made pillows. CRAZY. ;)
Haha! Rachel, I won't argue with you there. :)
Your quilt is exquisite, and you are amazing for making it, I have always wanted to try, but have been too intimidated!
That quilt of yours gives me such hope! I don't have a sewing machine either...at least not a working one. I just love the fabrics you've chosen and don't think I've ever seen a lovlier quilt!
The sketches look VERY promising also!
Thank you ladies! :) You should definitely dig in and make a quilt too. I think the hardest part is starting one (and just embrace any mistakes along the way--they add charm, lol).
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