One of the surprises of organizing my studio was finding a bunch of finished cross-stitch projects from years long past. I didn't pay much attention at the time; I was too busy sorting and storing to even look in the bags I found. But they all wound up in a bin together, so when I... Continue Reading →
Cross-Stitch Project Completed!
Back in February, I started the Needlework Project From Hell. At the time, I claimed I was determined to get the thing done, and in fact, I worked on it steadily until I had all the embroidery and beading done. I had to use a magnifying glass to see what I was doing, and still... Continue Reading →
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Studio Makeover: Getting Started
I am fortunate enough to have an entire room (with a view) to devote to my many creative interests, which include quilting, soft sculpture, collage, and painting. I had a clear plan for everything when we moved in last January, and for quite a while my studio worked well. I used the book Organizing Your... Continue Reading →
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The Cross-Stitch Project from You-Know-Where
I'm just back from a wonderful visit with my lifelong best friend Kelleen. We have a tradition of starting an arts and crafts project whenever we're together, and this time we went for needlework. We started out in Big Box Land looking for something small and easy just for entertainment value. Disappointed by the poor... Continue Reading →
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Altoid Tin Makeover, or, I Learn A Crafting Secret
I've been interested in mixed-media art for the last few years but only a handful of pieces turn out the way I hoped they would. I keep thinking that there are secrets to learn to get the results I want, but I know in my heart it's just a question of practice and experimentation. All... Continue Reading →
