Dyeing
Trapunto back from the dead
NOTE: I’m not sure I can do a blog post or newsletter next week. It is my guild’s show, I’m doing Fashion Show, I’m getting ready for a very busy spring and I’m working on the quilt judging thing. I’m kind of overwhelmed. Let’s start at the beginning. My love of trapunto has been greatly…
Read MoreTwo guilds and an unexpected adventure
I had a lovely week with visits to 2 guilds! I began the week with a Monday flight into San Diego for a visit with the El Camino Quilters in Oceanside (far north San Diego County) for a Tues AM lecture and Wed half day workshop. It is a beautiful area, even though it…
Read MoreDyeing, failure, destroying quilts and trademarks
Okay, it was a mishmash kind of week with no clear direction. I’m playing and catching up – it’s wonderful to be able to have the time to do these things. DYEING I have put my hat in the ring to submit a piece for Prism Play, a Regional Studio Art Quilt Associates exhibit. The…
Read MoreBeing a marbling spectator and beginning new work
That may be a confusing title – I got a chance to observe two dyeing pros play with marbling and the results were spectacular. Hanging around expert dyers and fabric painters makes me want to try. But it’s not exactly convenient for me to dye or paint. I have a house I love but there…
Read MoreWorking with sheers and a new machine!
Yes, my Grandson (and his parents) came for the weekend! I won’t post full photos of Little Man but look at those dimples? I’m a first-time Gramma so indulge me. They are just so stinkin cute at this age. He is starting to pontificate just a little bit. His Dad did that….still does:-) And…
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