The Why of Creative Endeavours
I wake up every morning and wonder why I still do what I do. Why that need to create. Some…
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Bare trees – crafting memories
Today, I want to delve into a subject that’s deeply personal to me: the beauty and significance of bare trees,…
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The Art of Slow Stitching
Yikes! Another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of September. Where has the year gone?…
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What goes on behind the scenes?
Ahhh, a lot! That’s the answer to the question what goes on behind the scenes, if you are wondering. This…
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Scraps, a needle and some thread
What’s not to like? A couple of weeks ago, I joined a free workshop with Deb Cooper organized by TextileArtist.org….
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“Where does inspiration come from?”
As an artist, you’ve likely been asked countless times, “Where does your inspiration come from?” It’s one of those questions…
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Reminiscing while creating
Here I am … another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of August. Isn’t it…
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Ready to move on
I watch the Olympics. I watch it all. I talked about it last week in my blog. And it was…
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Can you believe a week has gone by?
Where does time go? I can’t believe a week has gone by already since I came back from the Pacific…
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To all of you … thank you!
I am back from the Pacific International Quilt Festival. My exhibit: “Rhapsody in Red: Textile Stories in Scarlet” seems to…
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It’s an ongoing thing …
I’m a bit late with this post today as I had a busy weekend. I had some family over yesterday…
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What’s going on in my studio?
My studio is a disaster area. Yup … I have piles of stuff everywhere. Deadlines are looming for my red…
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Creating a sense of place
In today’s fast-paced world, having a personal sanctuary where you can unwind and recharge is more important than ever. As…
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Ni Una Más – The Story & the Process
I would like, first of all, to thank everyone who went to Create Whimsy to read my story, and to…
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Navigating the guilt of creative procrastination
Last week I wrote about the little voice in my head that says “I don’t feel like it just now”,…
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I really don’t feel like doing that just now
Although I know I have to. Have you ever found yourself staring at a pile of materials for a project,…
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Why fear is a killer
Last week, I posted about art, life and calling yourself an artist. How many of you, after reading that post,…
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Do you call yourself an artist?
SAQA’s annual Conference, Plurality and Heritage, is on right now. It started on Friday and yesterday I watched some webinars…
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On heavy thoughts, cleaning and not sleeping
Again … I can’t sleep. My mind is heavy with unwanted thoughts. For some reason it seems I can’t escape…
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Answering questions … bringing clarity
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about some wonderful memories that were brought to mind by answering questions for…
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What wonderful memories!
Memories are the threads that weave the tapestry of our lives, stitching together the moments that define who we are….
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Inspiration turned on its head
Oh Pinterest … I love you? I hate you? I have a funny relationship with Pinterest. Every day I get…
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New Classes for March and April
Hello and happy Monday! I’m so excited to let you know that I have posted new classes for March and…
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Oh no! I can’t sleep … again!
So, picture this: Saturday night. The movie is over so you decide to go to sleep. And what happens? Nothing….
