“Even if you’re unhappy, just pretend that you’re happy. Eventually, your smile will be contagious to yourself. I had to learn that. I used to think, ‘I’m being fake,’ but you know what? Better to be fake and happy than real and miserable.†– Evangeline Lilly She is happy (5.5†x 9â€)
Month: June 2017
Loves Happy Colors
A rainbow umbrella, an orange dress and a sunny day are my definition of happy. She loves happy colors (12†x 15â€)
She is Lucky
“I say luck is when an opportunity comes along and you’re prepared for it.†– Denzel Washington She is lucky (5.5†x 9â€)
Reader Creativity
I love seeing quilters, artists and crafters creating pieces inspired by my patterns and creations. Mary created this wall hanging with 16 different ballerinas. She writes: “… sharing my newest quilt from your ballerinas. Butterfly borders, pastel fabrics with petite metallic gold designs of hearts, bows, bird cages, birds, flowers for background and medium tan […]
Loves Learning
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.†– Dr. Seuss, I Can Read With My Eyes Shut! She loves learning
Adventure Awaits
I really enjoy sketching with thread. The coloring part is fun too, but drawing with my sewing machine … that puts me in the moment. I can only think about where the needle is going next and how to get it there. hello : : adventure awaits : : happy being her
She Find Fun
‘Have fun’ is my message. Be silly. You’re allowed to be silly. There’s nothing wrong with it. – Jimmy Fallon She finds fun (5.5†x 9â€) I found fun today in my studio and then at a staff sewing night. Where did you find fun today?
Sketches
All those backgrounds in progress needs an appliqué design (or two) before I consider them finished. I’ve been sketching on my tablet instead of paper this time. It’s fun having more options to make changes to try out different poses or hair styles. I’ve been focusing on outdoor adventures: fishing, sightseeing…. kayaking, hiking… whale watching, […]
Blooming into Herself
“You must begin to think of yourself as becoming the person you want to be.†– David Viscott \ She is blooming into herself (5.5†x 8â€)
Art Quilt 2 Ways
Last year I completed this art quilt as you see it above. A girl in a floral dress and boots is enjoying a day out with her dog. But I received a few complaints about the lack of a skirt. I love dimension on my quilts, so I took the complaints to heart and added […]