Ok, ok, I know I keep going on about this kind of stuff...how art influences life and how life influences art...and what I can learn about my life through art, etc. You just have to bear with me in this...I LOVE it, when something about the act of making art teaches me something I need … Continue reading More Lessons from Drawing…
Month: March 2010
A Most Clever Idea
So my 15 year old daughter comes to me with a cut-up Starbucks bag, and some notebook paper she has made into about 12 or so signatures. She asks,"Mom, show me how you made your book last year...I want to make this into a little book." At first, I'm not altogether sure what she's talking … Continue reading A Most Clever Idea
Those who Make what you’ve Designed
I really can't tell you how giddy it makes me to see what others have made from my patterns. Part of it is that I'm SO relieved that the pattern was actually readable, understandable, and included all the steps they needed to be successful with the project. The other part is that I'm truly delighted … Continue reading Those who Make what you’ve Designed
Tractor Love
Did you know I love tractors? Yep, love their shapes and colors. But the old ones hold more charm. Old, worn, rusted a bit, with hints of their original color are the best kind. New, shiny ones are cool too, but they don't hold quite the magic of the old ones. My favorite part of … Continue reading Tractor Love
The Glad Game
Maddie and I have just finished reading Pollyanna together. She received the book for her birthday in January from a friend. It has been the perfect story as we are in the beginning stages of the diabetes journey. I was surprised and delighted as each chapter unfolded; and couldn't wait for the ending! I really … Continue reading The Glad Game
Peek #1 and Thoughts on Becoming
I told you I'd give you peeks at what my Happy Little Squares are becoming. Here's the first: 9 squares becoming one bigger square! Woo Hoo! And another set is not quite 9 yet. There will be more of them, these little squares. And then things will take a turn...rows and rows of colors...and there … Continue reading Peek #1 and Thoughts on Becoming