February Closing and Hello March...

This winter has been known as the winter that wasn't.  We are behind some 100 inches of snow to the dismay of the local ski resorts.  Due to all the appointments I have been traveling to...I LOVE the lack of snow and slippery roads.  But we did manage to find a few days that mother nature had to remind us of what we are missing.  

A stolen moment or two I have used my "big girl crayons" aka copic markers and prismacolor pencils with gamsol.  Aren't they sweet?

No words are necessary here....just an amazing reflection of LOVE, LOVE and more LOVE !  Have a WONDERFUL day !!

Back to greet the world...

This holiday my entire family was together for the very first time in many many years.  Papa Pete, Matthew, Robert, Michael, Gregory, William, myself and Mom.  You can only imagine what a group this is, characters to say the least.  Love you guys!

 My creative muse has been limited as of late, but I thought I might show you an image that I  colored during a stolen moment at my mom's crafting table late one night.

 This photo was taken the Saturday evening after Thanksgiving.  This is the day we had our Polish Thanksgiving with the kids and for some reason I was drawn outside to catch the sunset.

I end this entry with our grandsons in a snapshot that shows their love for each other.  Hugs to you all...

Fall is here and a few other notes...

This is a picture I took of the boys and I just LOVE it.  I adore the fact that there is a blur when looking at an arm or leg.  This is the way children are, always in motion and so precious.

I got a new copic marker chart from my FAVORITE stamp store, Buffalo Stamps & Stuff on Sheridan Drive.  It it perfect, except that I wished it was easier to match up my paper choices...then, about 2am I had one of those Ah ha moments!  (cuz that is the way I am)  I have a tool that creates holes for grommets and it works perfect!  Ta da !

Driving home I found a RAINBOW!

This lovely place was taken at Hurd Orchards while we were there for a centerpiece workshop...SO much fun!

My mom, Pretty Pat (as Cheri calls her) and her lovely arrangement, great job mom.  :)  I have to tweek mine and then I will add a picture soon.

My grandson James was baptized recently in my christening gown that I wore 51 years ago!  How awesome is that??  More pictures to come soon!  Have a lovely day !  Hug inserted here.

A fun and rainy, rainy weekend...

I attended my first class at Aurora Sewing Center Saturday.  What a treat !  It was a Hot Ribbon Quilting Class instructed by Lennie Honcoop from California.  She is amazing to say the least.  I was curious about the class as it includes copic markers to make these wonderful wall hangings.

 

Hot Ribbon Art is an iron-on, no sew, 1/8" wide ribbon that can be used to finish the raw edges of applique. Imported from Japan, Hot Ribbon is gaining in popularity with quilters who like to finish off their projects quickly and have a dramatic look.  This was the leaf that we appliqued in class on to black fabric and outlined with the hot ribbon.  After this process you color the ribbon to match the fabric and create the dramatic look below with Lennie's finished project.

This picture does not do this wall hanging quilt justice, it is JUST beautiful !

I went for a ride in the back 40 and found this fun bush of milk weeds.  When Peter was two we rubbed them together and tossed them up in the air.  He asked to go back the next day and play with the "cow feathers" his named version of milk weeds.  :)

Glorious, glorious SUNSHINE and a splashing of RED and YELLOW against the very BLUE sky.

How precious is this picture?  Peter and his new little brother James!  How full my heart is !

A fun rainy afternoon of coloring with My Big Girl Crayons !

Hey Deb (the most amazing copic artist who has taught me all the wonders of copic markers), this is for you.  I found a way to put a hole in each block of color so you can match up the paper!!!  whooo whoooo!  Two thumbs up?  :)

Moxy Monday Musings...

I made this card for a sweet friend and I just LOVE it !  I so enjoy inking Mo Manning's images.  I struggle at times with creating the actual card but I like the simple but sweet way this one turned out.  :)  I have several books and magazines that offer so many cards plastered with 3D flowers etc but I sometimes really enjoy the focus to be on the image and how they make me feel...happy.

I have a friend who likes to work with steampunk art and she gave me this really cool shadow box that she made for me.  It has computer parts, ceramic doll arm and other bits and pieces.

Now the interesting and fun part of this artwork is that the image in the middle is my actual cat scan.  No kidding.  How many people have their cat scan so artistically displayed?  :)

Just a little bit of sunshine to add to your day...enjoy !

Vibrant FALL is on the way !

Today was a day of SUNSHINE and FUN!  My mother and I met a few friends out at Hurd Orchards today. It was vibrant and lovely and a perfect way to spend the afternoon.  They created a wonderful cheese platter they served out by the zinnia garden.

The gift shop is loaded with jams, jellies, baked goods, soaps, stationary, kitchen towels and much more.  I purchased a peach bread loaf, black berries and pear almond jam.

A beautiful sunflower waved to us while the sun danced on our flesh.  Can you feel it?  What a enjoyable afternoon.  :)

Mom's lastest creation !

Mom and I have been taking classes at Buffalo Stamps & Stuff for just over a year learning some wonderful copic marker skills. The image is a Mo Manning and she colored the image with copic markers. This is mom's latest card and I HAD to share it with you...I am so proud of her !  How lucky is the person that gets this card?  Great job Mom!