I don't generally consider the things I make to be "art" - my mending, sewing, weaving etc. are attractive, but mainly functional. Their purpose is not to make a statement (although visible mending does that too) but rather to mend, learn skills, create useful objects, and relax. For some reason I feel that something cannot [...]
My first weaving project on my new rigid heddle loom.
The no-stress joy of decorating gingerbread houses.
My first blog in almost two years, and I'm making art from trash.
The second botanical garden I visited during my recent trip to Austin.
Late-March at a park in Austin Texas. With peacocks!
An embroidered Valentine's Day gift on an upcycled denim pocket.
Recent mending projects that have been keeping me busy when I travel for work.
Experimenting with layered fabric art.
Some plants seen in Austin, TX, in January.
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