Observations on life & art and the inspirations I see around me

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Ready or Not....Wishing You PEACE & JOY!

It's that time on Christmas eve when I begin to slow down and remember that Christmas isn't about what I've gotten done but about what has been done for all of us. My favorite moment of the season comes when we're sitting in the dark close to midnight; the candles start to light and the santuary fills with a wonderful healing glow as we sing "Silent Night". It's a reminder for me that truely Light has come into the world. Each of us has a chance every day to choose light over darkness and it is my fervent wish that we see more of that in the year to come.
For me I have come to realize that my light is my art. It is a gift I hope to share more and more in the year to come. One of my recent frenzies of creativity is on Ashley's blog - the curtains for her kitchen. It was such fun helping her decorate and I look forward to the next round of projects.
Already I've received many lovely gifts and I am appreciative of each one. My good friend Lu not only gave me a beautiful pin cushion but inspired me to make a few myself. These are some that I will share. She is also inspiring me as we work on a collaborative art quilt that we're both excited about. It will debut in Jan.
We didn't do much decorating this year as we're traveling, leaving early tomorrow morning. Last night we celebrated with the Browns, enjoying the lights and music in their neighborhood and lots of laughter with their 2 beautiful children. The little ones remind us to hope. It's up to each of us to create a safe, secure, and healthy future for all the children of the world. That is my Christmas wish, Blessings and Peace for all the World.


Thursday, December 11, 2008

Karl's handiwork

I wanted to show off a bit of Karl's latest handiwork. I love this image and hope the family who lives in this house really enjoys the space.


Karl's handiwork
Originally uploaded by crazyfibers47

Weeds


Weeds
Originally uploaded by crazyfibers47
This was near the trail of our Thanksgiving weekend campground and I love the star pattern of the plant. I hope to do a screen of it to print on fabric.

When the rains came

Our trusty 1972 Airstream proved comfy space during the rain and cold of the Thanksgiving adventure. Ashley learned to crochet that weekend and has now made 2 hats and a scarf in addition to all her other projects.

When the rains came
Originally uploaded by crazyfibers47

A gathering of friends

Gathering with friends is always a special treat. This was a time of great fun, food, laughter and catching up on the Sat. after Thanksgiving. This extended the holiday merriment for sure.

Experiementing

This is one of my latest experiments involving recycled sweaters. I also dyed the wook as well as the silk in the ba

Experiementing
Originally uploaded by crazyfibers47
ckground with MX dyes. I used vinegar for both to create an acid dye and I'm pleased with the result. I'm not sure if it will become a scarf or wall piece.

Collared


Collared
Originally uploaded by crazyfibers47
This is a collar created from a sweater I tied with pennies, shrunk, dyed, and cut. Fun and free. Lu gave me the ribbon which she had dyed.