A package came in the mail yesterday and when I saw it came from Jeannie and felt that it was soft, I had an inkling and knew it was an exciting package. So I didn't open it (somewhat counter intuitive, I know). Instead, I waited until it would have my full focus. When I went ahead and opened it, I was ready to enjoy. It brought tears. Of course.
Foam shapes to use as stamps. Lots of arrows, a favorite motif of mine, which I don't think I have shared, excepting of course that my cat's name is Arrow.
And kimono scrap. Amen. Can we all say, 'kid in a candy shop'? Thank you Jeannie. You will also be getting a private thanks, but the swag imagery was too good to keep to myself.
I recently wandered the web and by way of Jude Hill's site, found Danielle Barlow's blog, Notes from the Rookery. With a name like that, I had to go. Can you believe I won this print? She is newly jazzed by sewing and she loves to draw and paint. Please go say hello.
When I was at Notes from the Rookery, I stumbled on a link to Janet Bolton's book Patchwork Folk Art which I promptly purchased. I have fallen in love with this little book. And so I have put thread to the needle and am studying her approach.
This will be a self portrait.
Beside all this, my retreat was fantastic. I was able to shed light on a spot of depression and had a chance to cry. I danced, did yoga, ate well and went to the whirlpool. All this and I came home to new blogging software (expect some changes as I get to know how to use it!).
So, retreat, awesome mail, learning opportunities, what more can be better?
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Do comments work now?
i know lots of us will enjoy your daily musings and inspirations on facebook.
At first I had a hard time trying to figure out where to leave a comment, then realized that it was at the top of the post. Your blog looks great!
wow, lucky you to win that awesome print!
Comments working I think
I didn't expect to find the comments on the top - very interesting. Congratulations on winning the print - it is beautiful!
Bolton's work is awesom...the compositions are fantastic...I have two books of hers and have drooled over her work for years...so carefree.
I like your new blog...I too had a little problem finding the comments secton but once found it was great.
Nice job Mells...
Bolton's work is awesom...the compositions are fantastic...I have two books of hers and have drooled over her work for years...so carefree.
I like your new blog...I too had a little problem finding the comments secton but once found it was great.
Nice job Mells...
Love the new look - lovely header!
They seem to be working :)
Congratulations on winning the print! Her artwork is wonderful. Have a great day!
We missed you yesterday and We had a lot of fun and chit chat but we all understand that you are a bit (!) overextended right now.
I thought I was teh only one who remembered The Point! I loved the movie and had the album with it's integrated book.
Melanie, didn't know if you were checking the freezer paper class forum since the class is now over. I wanted to let you know that I found one of my 'snowflake' rejects and decided to try it on some soda soaked patterned white material with thickened dye....The freezer paper puckered and the dye sat on top of it (where it was acting as a resist) so I put another piece of fabric on top of that and brayered in some different colored dyes. Now it's batching on my kitchen counter and I'm having trouble leaving it alone---keep wanting to peek at it. Anyway, just wanted you to know I am still having fun with this resist method!!! And when is your next class?!
Carol C.
ah, it almost seems like your birthday with all these wonderful gifts and experiences. I can only smile for you.
Oh. My idea of heaven is kimono scraps. I love the flowers piece.
I am such a HUGE FAN of Janet Bolton... I have never tried her approach but always hoped I could take a workshop from her someday...
I am always looking at her books... etc... and LOVE everything she creates.
Good for you Melly for trying a piece... looks like you are on the path to success.... love what you have done so far.
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