Category Archives: Fiber Art

Blog Hopping #5

Today is the 5th Sunday of  our Mirror Ball Dot (MBD) Blog Hopping. The MBD enthusiast of the day is Elisa Albury who’s blog is called “Stitch Outside the Ditch.” Elisa has made a modern take of an old Amish classic … Continue reading

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Time passes quickly.

Here’s the deal…I’m stumped. Part of the problem I have with this new life mission is understanding how to manage my time. I need to figure out ways to bring in income so I feel financially vital to our household…and … Continue reading

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Won’t have to work a day next year

At the end of September, I made a commitment to myself to post something to my blog every Wednesday. Have you notice? Its amazing what you can do when you commit to it. Right now we’re in the midst of … Continue reading

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We’ll have to wait and see

My studio still isn’t in the best of shape, but I finally have clear work surfaces. I was correct that having a clean-er work space helps with the creative energy. It also helps that I’m being inspired. Remember last year … Continue reading

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Gifts in Life

Last week I had the opportunity to teach some wonderful ladies at my quilt guild. They were all very anxious to learn how to make fabric-wrapped coiled bowls. I’ve made my share of these bowls, totebags, coasters, and hot pads. … Continue reading

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Overflowing with Happiness

Somewhere in the shuffle, I lost November. Is Thanksgiving really tomorrow? And I’m cooking? Wow! Lots to do. And of course nothing you do for Thanksgiving can be small, big bird, big pies … and can’t forget the sausage dressing…lots … Continue reading

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Being Koi

The more art I create, the more I am fascinated by what’s happening. I’m not a planner. I get an idea and I “see” the finished product in my mind’s eye, but not really. Somewhere between the idea and the … Continue reading

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Its a wonderful feeling.

Earlier this month, I told you about the two fiber and stitched oil can renditions I made after being inspired by an art class I took this summer (read more about that). One of these renditions was intended for my … Continue reading

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These beauties make great gifts.

The other week a few friends and I got together to play with silk and dyes. Dharma Trading Company is a great place to look for supplies. They have blank materials; scarves, shirts, hats, bags and even things for dogs. … Continue reading

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Let the sun shine in

While writing my two previous posts, it occurred to me that I never told you about my sunflower. Back in March, Eye Candy Gallery hosted a fundraising exhibit for Moore Regional Hospital Hospice. The exhibit, entitled “Double Takes,” presented a … Continue reading

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