Organization

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I wish I could say that I was so organized but when the weeks are flying by and I am working all the time piles begin to appear on my desk and other spots. I am pretty sure a little black kitten found my
thread along the way and quietly jumbled some of it. : /

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thread....

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With my little bit of time in between taking children places I managed to light a candle and let the ceremony of "organize" begin....

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I pulled out my thread boxes and sharpie and began winding thread on bits of plastic card...

I know, I know...eeeuuk! But I bought the boxes years ago and today I would not invest in

plastic. Since I have it now I figure I will make use of it, right? Better not to throw it away.

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This picture is deceiving because the bowl of thread is almost a foot across...Have I confessed I have a thread addiction? It is like candy to me, especially the variegated kind. 

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Lastly, I found some thread as I was going through all of it that will work perfectly for this

little project....I did not know I had so many options! lol! Have a great day : )

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This and that!

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This is a piece of embroidery I completed today. I have been working on it for a while. It is a gift, so I am not showing the whole thing. It is not that it is so complicated it was just a matter of finding the time to focus. (My word for the year!)

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A closeup of "weathered heart".

I wanted to add beading but did not have the right color beads so I did what any penny saving girl would do....I made up my own "beads" by doing french knots in the color I wanted : )

There is always a way around things when you are creating. That is what I love about stitching, embroidery, etc. You can make do with what you have.

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Loving this house:
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/david-cats-eclectic-scandinavian-hideaway-house-tour-165915
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weathered heart

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a weathered heart.......

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a (wip) work in progress...

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Full moon, postcards and fabrics

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Gift arrives...

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gorgeous silks and wool...

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and this lovely postcard which is: Portrait De Jeune Fille by Van Dongen Kees

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and this postcard which is: Woman sewing by lamplight, 1870-72

Jean-Francois Miller (1814-1875) The Frick Collection, New York.

These were sent by my dear friend Isabelle:

http://isathreadsoflife.wordpress.com/

merci' dear Isabelle <3

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This afternoon/evening I have worked on a few things that I can not share because they are gifts, but this one I can share because i wanted to participate in creating full moon art:
http://womanwithwingsblog.blogspot.com/
This piece is called "she moon"

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the front of "she moon"
The fabric under the moon is a piece of wool from Isabelle...thank you again Isabelle : )

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Lastly, this is another wonderful postcard I received from Marrakech this week from: 
http://collageoflife-henrqs.blogspot.com/
Thank you so much Jeanne <3

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I feel like I have traveled to far away lands when I receive these lovely cards and it makes me feel deep gratitude for each of you.
I treasure each postcard.
A heartfelt thanks!
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Long and winding road...

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A lovely old cape cod style home...

There are some mornings when I just feel the need to take a long winding scenic road to work.
I had my camera with me and thought I would share some of what I see. The day is sunny but
about 17 degrees outside so all these pictures are taken from my car.

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Look at this rambling old farm house...huge!

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This tree reminds me of a bird tree!

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this is a bird/puppet from a movie by Jim Henson

I think that tree looks just like this. What do you think?

      

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beautiful trees and snow!

I have lots of goodies to share with you tomorrow. 

Have a great day!

Sweet face, books and day off!

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My day off was a combination of things....found this book, which I had so long ago. I remember
it was sort of sad but Mayas strength is inspiring. It is about her confronting her own life with strength and dignity. Her tragedies and strengths.

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This book is hilarious! It is like your best friend being, lets say blunt and honest about what you should eat. She does not hold anything back including swear words. lol!  Overall I can say I agree with what the book espouses, but there are some things that I think can be balanced. They recommend being complete vegetarian and at one point in my life I was an extreme vegetarian. I know it was easier to win the weight battle, but there has to be a balance because each person is unique. I will take the "hay and leave the sticks." Meaning what I feel works best for me.

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A fun book to dream of beautiful rooms.....

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I finished this little dolls sweet face... I am pleased.....

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 I sketched in my little journal and dreamed up new creations and ideas.....

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chatted with daughter #1 on line, ate way too much chocolate (but I bought the one the Skinny Girls book recommended so I do not feel too guilty..lol!)http://danareva.hubpages.com/hub/Organic-Chocolate-VS-Regular-Chocolate I paired my lovely chocolate with bunches of

 of hot tea.

Have a lovely day <3

Cloth and falling light

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Stitching together cloth today and going with what the cloth has to offer.  There are African fabrics and hand dyed fabrics included in this piece.The small hole was already there. It is part of a pillow case that belonged to my late grandmother. (I have mentioned this fabric before in another project.) The fabric is like butter when I touch it. So soft and willing to go in whatever direction I stitch.

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After I took this picture I looked at the cloth and noticed how just a spot of sunshine fell on
the fabric and the words, "light falling" came to me.....

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When I examined the cloth I had stitched I began to think about how the fabrics all come
together and how each piece has its own personality, so to speak : )

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