This takes us out to almost 4 inches. The finishing round is near. (Two layers of shirred paint stained tulle.)

Here's the results of Day 1, 3 hr. workshop. Light or pale was recommended for a first effort. I surprised myself with what I did have....

This row saw the addition of scraps of Cheesecloth, loosely braided and tacked down on both sides. The width is now up to 3 inches. Time...

It's time to switch it up to another medium. We're up to half the diameter for the centre.

This row is using a thicker yarn. It's actually silk, left over from my weaving side trip. This larger stich is still a form of Bullion,...

This first go round with huge sloppy French knots and Bullions used about 2 of the 5 inch centre. Time to change colours and stitches.

Life has been pure chaos for the last month and with a muddled mind it was frustratingly impossible for me to think about my art. All my...

I had a great time with my sister and it ended too soon. We had plans to meet up next spring but our Highschool's 100th anniversary has...

I'm out in BC spending some time with my sister. Out my window this morning was heavy fog. Once it burns off. ..... My sister does a...

That's what comes of having a little time on your hands. I was very pleased. There is lot of variation in each piece. The Sumac shows...

Thanks to all of you who signed up for the email notifications. I wasn't happy posting everything to Facebook . I'll go back to reserving...

In so many places in the world, the countryside burns uncontrollably. Inevitably, wildlife is an unseen victim. When I started this piece...

When this is finally assembled the birds will be nestled down in the grass and rocks. The grass around fence posts and rocks usually has...

Adding fire to the mix was decided in the middle of the night some time ago after watching the endless new clips coming from California...

Remember these guys? Now is their time to shine. Certainly clarifies how big this piece is.

A roll of craft paper comes in handy for so many things. Patterns, cartoons, rocks and yes, even split rail fencing. But a mock up is...

I put aside the background (again). Feathering the birds has offered me a number of decisions. As I've chosen to work with the materials...

Even if I wanted to, it's almost impossible to duplicate someone else's work, let alone the background they use. I've lived with the...

Three lino blocks layered and repeated across the 'horizon' should be enough for the hedgerow. I'll trim off a bit of the 'bleed through'...

Right now I'm thinking three different blocks mixed and repeated. This is slow work so finishing one a day is pretty good. Fortunately...