It's been a dull grey week here in the Ozarks, but always little delights to perk up the days. One of my UK blog pals, Charlotte, does the MOST AMAZING artwork. Actually, she does lots of different things as well as being a teacher (and I know, finding time to do art and teach can be a challenge). I have been adoring her hand painted and felted creatures for some time now. I found this so so sweet little mousey in Charlotte's Etsy shop, Hills of Nottingham.
Isn't she just the cutest! I named her Posey. The story goes that she stowed away on an plane heading to the US and straight to my town. Charlotte notified me of this, so I snatched her up and brought her home to live in various spots in my house that meet our fancy on a particular day. Since she is soooo small (and can you believe that painting and handwork?) Posey can reside just about anywhere. Right now she is sitting on the fireplace mantle where she can be admired easily by myself, hubby, and visitors dropping by. Please check out Charlotte's blog Chest of Delights.
I spent part of one day this week finishing up this little mat. It's something I started last winter using various scraps of wool and some needle felting. This design is very loosely based on a corner of my living room. I drew it off during a yucky and lengthy foot surgery recuperation. I spent many days on the couch staring at this spot (and watching ALL the episodes of Mad Men on my iPad.... I love you John Hamm!).
Yesterday afternoon was spent on the beginnings of another hooking project inspired by the on-line class I'm currently taking from Deanne Fitzpatrick. She encouraged us to work on squares experimenting with different materials. I used lots of wool, yarn, and a new favorite.... twine! I've decided to turn this piece into a large pillow. I love hooking just color, and not thinking about the design quite so much. Very therapeutic!
Another perk to my week was a visit by my creative and gorgeous girlfriend, Jessy. She spoils me with smashing little gifts of the most vintage kind. She showed up with this fab Singer sewing supply box.
She knew this was one of my "go to" colors. Plus it looks soooo perfect next to my 1964 Singer out in the studio. But.... Oh.... the best part are the treats inside!
There's this darling little vintage full body mirror. It's inside this wonderful box that it originally came in. Also, this vibrant beautiful color of heavy thread for my new hooking project, and...... these absolutely darling little turquoise and gold heart earrings. I was thrilled!! Please visit Jessy over at LuvvlyJubbly.
Have a happy weekend!
xo
dulcy
Isn't she just the cutest! I named her Posey. The story goes that she stowed away on an plane heading to the US and straight to my town. Charlotte notified me of this, so I snatched her up and brought her home to live in various spots in my house that meet our fancy on a particular day. Since she is soooo small (and can you believe that painting and handwork?) Posey can reside just about anywhere. Right now she is sitting on the fireplace mantle where she can be admired easily by myself, hubby, and visitors dropping by. Please check out Charlotte's blog Chest of Delights.
I spent part of one day this week finishing up this little mat. It's something I started last winter using various scraps of wool and some needle felting. This design is very loosely based on a corner of my living room. I drew it off during a yucky and lengthy foot surgery recuperation. I spent many days on the couch staring at this spot (and watching ALL the episodes of Mad Men on my iPad.... I love you John Hamm!).
Yesterday afternoon was spent on the beginnings of another hooking project inspired by the on-line class I'm currently taking from Deanne Fitzpatrick. She encouraged us to work on squares experimenting with different materials. I used lots of wool, yarn, and a new favorite.... twine! I've decided to turn this piece into a large pillow. I love hooking just color, and not thinking about the design quite so much. Very therapeutic!
Another perk to my week was a visit by my creative and gorgeous girlfriend, Jessy. She spoils me with smashing little gifts of the most vintage kind. She showed up with this fab Singer sewing supply box.
She knew this was one of my "go to" colors. Plus it looks soooo perfect next to my 1964 Singer out in the studio. But.... Oh.... the best part are the treats inside!
There's this darling little vintage full body mirror. It's inside this wonderful box that it originally came in. Also, this vibrant beautiful color of heavy thread for my new hooking project, and...... these absolutely darling little turquoise and gold heart earrings. I was thrilled!! Please visit Jessy over at LuvvlyJubbly.
Have a happy weekend!
xo
dulcy
