Halloween Scare

A Gentle Reminder

I have a couple of friends who, whenever we're browsing in stores together, have a tendency to talk me out of buying things. The last time this happened was a couple of weeks ago when my good friend Karin was visiting me. I saw a cute fridge magnet with a picture of a woman and the following text: "My husband says I never listen to him. At least, that's what I think he said". It only cost about $6 and I thought it would look good on my black fridge. And it was fitting because hubby has mentioned that I don't always listen (I'm afraid he's right). Well, Karin said why buy it when you can make your own.

So here's my version which I will hang someplace to remind me to shut up and listen.

Taking A Stab At Mixed Media

My sister and I have been discussing getting together for a painting session for quite some time now. She's preparing for a driving trip to the east coast so our session isn't going to happen a least for the next three weeks.

I felt like getting a head start. This is my first piece made with the limited materials I have on hand. It was an enjoyable experience and I learned a thing or two. I didn't have a plan. Just went at it to try out different things. Even though I like the result today, I'm sure I'll hate in a month or so.

Sister's hubby, my very generous brother-in-law just got a new fancy table saw that does everything but make breakfast, has offered to make frames for me. The right frame would definitely enhance this piece.

Batik Star in Aqua and Grey

This star is made from batik cotton in aqua and grey tones. I used the same colours in her face which is surrounded by aqua beads and the edge of the star is in matching yarn.

Blue Sun

The Blue Sun is finished. I was going to embellish it, but after staring at it for quite a while, I decided it was best to leave things are they were. The gold highlights in the printed cotton and the embroidery thread that I used to stitch around the edges gives it all the sparkle it needs. I'm sorry that I am not able to capture how pretty it really is on camera.

Rustic Heart

This is a simple fabric heart I made to be given in lieu of a card. Another use of the burlap I bought.

Fun With Burlap

I've been meaning to make something out of burlap for a while and I finally bought some from my local fabric store to give it a try. Also on hand I found some narrow rope, some alpaca yarn and a polished horn shaped stone that has been patiently waiting for the "perfect" project. Above is the result of those materials.

What a mess cutting the burlap and unravelling the yarn - bits of fibres all over the place. But what a lot of fun.