The two derelict cabins were constructed of walnut dyed cotton. A good jumping off point but they were pale and lacked the weathered...

I really didn't think too hard about which one I chose. I actually worked on it in the afternoon while listening to the featured speaker...

I'm a Confetti Junkie. I love how easily I can add spots of colour. The fourth canvas that was discarded had a quick round of stitching....

Tomorrow is International Quilting day. Across the country and in some parts of the world, guilds have joined together to make a grand...

All four pieces are blocked with the same materials. The pieces are the same materials and almost the same size and shape. So at this...

For several years I've eyed an art piece of a derelict cabin in the woods. This had the same vibes as one I saw many years ago in a...

March! We're finally in March. Yea! Hard to believe a month has passed since my last post. For sure......I can't even tell you what I've...

Last week I gave a short talk on the history of Barn Quilts. Today's Barn quilts are derivative versions of the famous décor on the sides...

Continuing with add-ons or surface features for your art or clothing, some subjects just lend themselves to this method. Raw wool roving,...

I've been asked (and agreed) to give a one hour demo on-line for a group showing some of the methods I use to add a little interest to...

It looks as though we may actually have a significant snow fall. That's not too bad for the last week of January. I have managed to stay...

Happy New Year friends Now that the Family visits are past, the turkey is finished and the cookies are eaten.......the household has...

A Merry Christmas to everyone, family and friends. 2023 promised to be an even better year and definitely more creative. XXXXX Mary

Apologies to Arthur Rackham, and Thanks for all the fun. For all intents and purposes this is complete. It was remarkable how quickly the...

I don't usually let the cat out of the bag as I've been know to abandon ideas if I'm unhappy. But this time I think I'm good to go....

Start to Finish. This Background is now complete with a flanged binding. I'll take some time to clear my workspace for the next step.

Today I added the sparkle. There are layers of white organza, Angelina, white netting and some silver embroidery thread. Both the organza...