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Friday, October 7, 2016
Thursday, October 6, 2016
FLOW Diary . ..
FLOW is a magazine that I subscribe to and is printed in the UK.
I think that is why they call this a 'diary' and we here in the States call it a 'calendar'.
I just LOVE this diary/calendar but it is so much more!
Inside pages
and the back cover has a pocket full of FLOW goodies!
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Sew Easy
Quick and Easy Sewing Project
Step #1
Start with a Pocket Pot Holder
Pretty Button
Needle and Thread
Step #2
My Pot Holder Had a hook on the tab for purposes of hanging. Find the right size button that will fit through a hook like this - no worries if you do not have one. I will tell you what to do if you do not at the end of this project. Sew that chosen button in place.
Step #3
Because my gray button was so plain and boring for me I decided to add some color with a smaller button that I sewed directly on top of the gray one using the same sewing holes.
Step 4
Check to make sure it actually works! Yay, it does!
Step #5
Put your chosen objects in the pocket! Quick and Easy.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A POTHOLDER WITH A HOOK - no problem. Just find a pretty ribbon and sew the top of it where the tab (and hook) would be. Wrap that piece of ribbon (once sewn on) around the button to close your pocket!
Enjoy!
Monday, October 3, 2016
Sunday, October 2, 2016
Addicted to Reading!
THE BIG MAGIC
by Elizabeth Gilbert
Anyone out there who is interested in living a successful and happy creative lifestyle - this book is a MUST READ!
Monday, September 26, 2016
I AM AN ARTIST. . . .
I love this sign, and although I believe in it, I must admit I do a lot of work for free. Why you ask? Because it is in my heart to do things that make other people smile. So I do portraits on occassion for my friends.
oh well.
Sunday, September 25, 2016
Music is Forever . . .
I love music. It heals my soul. I am teaching myself to play piano. I did take lessons for a while but I got tired of the weekly grind of it. So now I play and practice when I want to. That's how I like to do things. . . . when I want to!
So this joke is pretty funny to me!
Saturday, September 24, 2016
I've Been Everywhere Man . . . (well, almost)
Kennybunk Port, Maine
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS COUNTRY!
I love Maine. I have always loved Maine since I was a little girl, and than in my early adult years I would take my kiddo's camping in Maine. Just love Maine!
This is a small cabin we rented while visiting the Great State! Just down the road from Kennybunk Port.
When in Maine you MUST have their wonderful, fresh lobster. Oh my, there is nothing like it!
View at dusk of Old Orchard Beach.
A little former President Bush humor!
F.U.N.
Since I love lighthouses (because they guided lost ships to safety) oh course we had to visit one.
That's all folks!
Friday, September 23, 2016
Handmade (Homemade) Purses . . . .
Handmade Purses
These purses are made from a simple purse pattern that you can pick up any place that sells fabric. I used fabric from Hobby Lobby because they had a selection that most reminded me of Vera Bradley patterns.
I quilted eash section BEFORE sewing it together with its matching piece. I also attached magnetic closure snaps that I also got at Hobby Lobby. Each purse is lined with a funky aminal print.
These were fun to do!
oh oh oh I even put a cell phone pocket on the inside! Too cool!
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Black and White Quilt with Orange Sashing
Black and White Quilt
Another favorite to add to my collection.
This is TV Cuddle Quilt size.
This quilt is very striking in the real!!
Saturday, September 17, 2016
Another Quilt
I just love making quilts. I am not sure why exactly.
I mean really - honestly - how many quilts can one person have?
But this year I made hmmm maybe about 11 quilts - finished quilts! I have been
quilting since 1990 so you do the math!
Some of them I pass on to friends. Family has definately received more than they ever wanted! And now my collection continues to grow!
Here's my latest one. It is a scrappy quilt. Some quilters call it a crazy quilt. It has scrap fabrics from many of the quilts and purses I made for my granddaughters, and a few scrapes from just quilts I made for myself.
Here it is!
It is very cheerful and colorful! Another of my quilts that I must say I just love!
Friday, September 16, 2016
Let's Give Them Something to Talk About
My Movie Critique
5 Stars
Story about Thomas Wilde the famous author.
Jude Law - Thomas
Colin Firth - Thomas' editor
Nicole Kidman - girlfriend to Thomas
Laura Linnie - wife to editor
Excellent movie about the writer and the relationship he has with his editor.
Jude Law - Thomas
Colin Firth - Thomas' editor
Nicole Kidman - girlfriend to Thomas
Laura Linnie - wife to editor
Excellent movie about the writer and the relationship he has with his editor.
TOMATOMETER
Average Rating: 5.7/10
Reviews Counted: 90
Fresh: 43
Rotten: 47
Critics Consensus: Genius seeks to honor worthy subjects, yet never gets close enough to the titular quality to make watching worth the effort.
AUDIENCE SCORE
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Needle Felting Book Cover Finished!
From my September 3rd post - here again it the front cover of my Needle Felting book cover.
I decided that before stitching a decorative edge around the front of the cover, maybe it would be nice to line the inside - let's see . . .
I found this piece of beautiful wool at my local quilt shop. I loved the color contrast, so I was willing to give it a try. I measured, cut, and pinned the lining (wool piece) to the front cover.
I then decided that I would prefer the blanket embroidery stitch. I used multi-colored silk floss (3 strands for strength) and began my blanket stitching around all four edges. Remember that you leave a long end of floss at the first stitch and then weave it into or knot to secure.
Here is a look at the finished cover. Inside and outside. I am very pleased with the appearance.
Next, I will need to add the paper. I have measure, cut, folded and punched holes with a book binding ale into my chosen paper. I am ready with my waxed linen bookbinding thread and begin to sew the pieces into place. Measure one inch for the tail of your thread and then measure three times the length of your paper page to determine how much thread you will need. Once again, with the first stitch leave a tail so that you will be able to tie it off at the finish.
I then decided to add ribbon because I did not want the appearance of the sewn binding on my book cover on the inside or outside. I attached the ribbon on the inside with some double sided tape just to keep it in place. It's okey if late the tape releases itself (a break down of the glue) because the ribbon will be fixed on the outside of the binding. On the outside side, I did a couple of random tack type stitches (ribbon to cover) to keep the ribbon in place.
Here is the finished book cover. I am pleased with this project. I really like Needle Felting and I am going to start writing and sketching immediately into my new book!
Joy!
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Monday, September 12, 2016
Let's Give Them Something to Talk About
My Movie Critique
Movies I Love to Share
Not so much this one! 1 Star! Yup, just 1
My monthly movie group said this was a must see. I missed movie day but decided to watch it last night on Comcast. I struggled to sit still, squirming, wiggling, getting up and down from my comfy chair. Yeah, and you know I love Jane Austen but this one . . . . not so much.
TOMATOMETER
Average Rating: 8.3/10
Reviews Counted: 154
Fresh: 151
Rotten: 3
Critics Consensus: Love & Friendship finds director Whit Stillman bringing his talents to bear on a Jane Austen adaptation -- with a thoroughly delightful period drama as the result.
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Saturday, September 10, 2016
Reiki . . .
Just a reminder - Energy Healing W.O.R.K.S.
Received my Level 2 Reiki Certificate in October 2015.
I practice most days, but when the pain shows up, I practice more intensely. B.O.O.M - the pain is gone. I believe in energy work with my whole heart and soul. Give it a try.
Watercolors and Ink
Meet Blossom
My Hippie Giraffe
Watercolor and Ink on Multimedia paper
9 x 12
FOR SALE at any one of my shops! Prints or fun stuff!
9 x12
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