A Speedball Linoleum Cutter is the secret tool for making etched carvings.
A power drill works wonders!
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Quotes Worth Contemplating
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure."
- Marianne Williamson, as quoted in the movie Akeelah and the Bee
- Marianne Williamson, as quoted in the movie Akeelah and the Bee
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Quotes Worth Contemplating
"Being an old maid is like death by drowning, a really delightful sensation after you cease to struggle."
- Edna Ferber, as shared with me by a friend - do I take that to mean that I am perceived by others as being an old maid??!! :)
- Edna Ferber, as shared with me by a friend - do I take that to mean that I am perceived by others as being an old maid??!! :)
Friday, October 14, 2011
Monday, October 10, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Show & Tell
Today was "Show & Tell" for the residents at Masonic Villages. It was such a moving experience for me! There was a wealth of experience, talent and art in the assembly room, all begging to be appreciated. I especially appreciated this resident's handiwork; the pillow was stitched out of wool scraps left over from her rug braiding.
I love the way she embellished the wools with decorative embroidery stitches. It inspired me to think of ways to use my fabric scraps that I have stashed away instead of always buying new fabric for quilting projects.
This dear lady did express the anguish that comes when your eyesight begins to deteriorate. She can no longer do intricate needlework like this, but is determined to continue doing whatever creative endeavors her eyesight will allow.
What a privilege to view such craftsmanship!
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Another Selvage Pincushion
I just love these selvage pincushions! I made one earlier in the year, then couldn't resist making another one...
... with the selvage scraps of a quilt I'm currently working on.
It's also a good way to document the line of fabric used in the quilt, and it's a fun way to showcase my ever growing collection of vintage buttons.
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