I've been thinking about Carol lately. Wondering if she is out in her butterfly garden getting it ready for spring and a new season of winged visitors. I imagine her deciding to move a plant or two, adding in a few more of this or that, trying something different to attract her favorite species of … Continue reading Painting with Leaf & Flower
Category: Happenings
The Real Intent Behind an Art Show
There are numerous reasons why artists want to have and be a part of Art Shows. One may be a very simple desire to recoup some of the cost that goes into the making of their creations. Another might be to go beyond that and actually make a profit. Some artists may wish to develop … Continue reading The Real Intent Behind an Art Show
An Artful Life Primer
The topic of this book began to take shape soon after my sickness and surgery in 2013. It was June. I'd been doing a lot of thinking, knitting and drawing as I continued to heal, grow stronger and get used to life without a colon. I stood at the sink washing dishes in the beach … Continue reading An Artful Life Primer
CGM, JDRF & a WALK
(quick sketch with Bic pen) Many of you know the hero who lives in our home. You've read about her diagnosis six years ago, the ups and downs of living with Type 1 Diabetes, her bravery and courage in the face of the daily challenges of managing the disease, and the Walk we look forward … Continue reading CGM, JDRF & a WALK
Dreamy Poncho Revisited
Several years ago I designed this poncho from leftover yarns in my stash. It is one of my favorite things to wear when the temperatures turn cool and is often a conversation starter. Sometime last year I started a second one using all greens and have just recently finished it. While it is still too … Continue reading Dreamy Poncho Revisited
Pilgrim
I'm still feeling it four days later. A tightness along the back of my legs next to the calf muscle, evidence of all the climbing and descending. On Thursday of last week my family and I loaded up a picnic lunch, water bottles and swim gear for a day at Hanging Rock. My son had … Continue reading Pilgrim
Turning Fifty
I know, I know. It's just a number. yet for some reason this number has been looming in my mind for a year now. Probably longer. The thought of turning a half century old has discombobulated me in such a manner I can only describe with the phrase (so telling of my age and generation): … Continue reading Turning Fifty
Knitterly News!
Newsletter #6 is out for July! A little something different for your summer travels. I hope your yarn is going with you wherever you may be! (Be sure to sign up for this FREE Newsletter so you won't miss a single one!)
Just Cuz
Sometimes you just can't help it! You see something that for whatever reason, catches your eye, tickles your fancy, and you just gotta draw it. But when you're driving, it's best not to whip out the sketchbook then and there, but rather take a quick pic and draw it later. The drawing doesn't capture the … Continue reading Just Cuz
May Knitterly Arts Newsletter!
My Knitterly Arts Newsletter for the month of May is now out and about! Be sure to subscribe to receive it every month FREE in your email box. Wishing you an artful day! *** Jennifer