Monthly Archives: April 2012

Cabinet Redux

Posted on April 27, 2012 by

I’m visiting my sister this week and we each have lots of fun projects in mind. One of the things that Christy has had in mind for a while is working out a way to hide cubby shelves under some … Continue reading →

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Ginkgo Obsession

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

I’m working on a third broken color piece using the ginkgo leaf — yes, it’s a bit of an obsession. But I don’t mind. I never tire of the ginkgo leaf. I’m using the same pattern I used in February … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk Turkey

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

Congress debated for 6 years before naming the bald eagle as the symbol of our country. And though there doesn’t seem to be a congressional record of his opposition, Ben Franklin shared his views with his daughter Sarah Bache in … Continue reading →

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Ribbon Excitement!

Posted on April 17, 2012 by

I’m thrilled! The three quilts accepted for the Best of the Valley 2012 show each earned a ribbon. Precious Metals received 1st Place honors in the Mini Quilts, Art category.  Oakleaf Hydrangea was pinned with a 3rd Place ribbon and … Continue reading →

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Best of the Valley Quilt Show

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Oakleaf Hydrangea, Fall Ginkgos and Precious Metals were juried into this year’s The Best of the Valley show which opens tomorrow, Friday, April 13, in Lindsay, CA. I am always thrilled to have my work accepted by judges who are … Continue reading →

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Tart Skills

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

We had several friends at our home for dinner Easter Sunday.  It was a great opportunity to work on my skills at making a tart because my friend Peter was there and what he doesn’t know about cooking isn’t worth … Continue reading →

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Moon Setting Over San Francisco

Posted on April 6, 2012 by

The air was swept clear by a strong wind over night and the moon setting over San Francisco was a spectacular way to begin the day. 6:16 a.m. 6:17 a.m. 6:18 a.m. 6:21 a.m.  What looks like a hill is … Continue reading →

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Starry Night Done

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

I swung into action last week working on my project for a Postmark’d Art trade and posted about it here.  The process for me is always one of adding, viewing on the wall, and adding.  It began to look more … Continue reading →

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Thoughtful Tuesday: Recognizing Grace

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

A month or so ago I came across a short poem that demanded my attention. I’ve had it on my desk since first reading it. How to Recognize Grace by Marilyn Chandler McEntyre It takes you by surprise. It comes … Continue reading →

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