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Author Archives: Lynda
Dyeing Vintage Napkins
I’m always on the lookout for linens when I’m out thrift shopping. I’m really attracted to the damask pattern which are usually white. They remind me of home. On special occasions Mom would get out the iron, starch up one … Continue reading
Another Sunday Stroll
Yesterday morning was a great time to work in the yard and also get some pictures of our work in progress. It was warm but overcast – perfect for pictures. The blueberries are really doing great this year. Can’t wait … Continue reading
Posted in dyeing, fabric, gardening, Photography
Tagged blackberries, blueberries, Cherub Smile, fabric, fabric dyeing, gardening, irises, peaches, raspberries, sunday stroll
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April Calendar Journal Completed
I’ve really enjoyed my monthly art calendar journal. I wasn’t sure when I started this back in January if I would keep it up, but I have. Here is my completed April Journal. I found I really enjoyed the larger … Continue reading
Book Review: Fabric Surface Design
When I saw this new book, I just had to review it. I thought you might find it interesting and maybe want to add it to your craft/art library. Fabric Surface Design by Cheryl Rezendes is a brand new book … Continue reading
A Surprise on Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day! I’ve been thinking about my Mom lately. Since I’m cooking now every two weeks, I’ve been wearing an apron in the kitchen like she did. I also from time-to-time look through the recipe book she left behind. … Continue reading
Posted in gardening, Mother's Day, Ramblings
Tagged alliums, gardening, hostas, memories, Mildred Heines, Mother's Day, remembering mom
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Put a bird on it
In our last session of the Intuitive Art Class, Ronda, who you’ve seen on this blog here and here, gave me these metal birds and a cherry she made from soda cans. She’s so talented! She had seen all of … Continue reading
Posted in art, dyeing, fabric, gardening, ice dyeing, irises
Tagged art, bird, cherry trees, fabric, fabric dyeing, fiber reactive dyes, ice dyed fabric, ice dyed fabric exhibit, put a bird on it, Ronda Haley, surface design
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Making my own stencils with my new Portrait
I love stencils. There are so many beautiful ones out there and I have bought my share of them. But lately I’ve been wanting to use stencils that I created. A while back I cut two out with my soldering … Continue reading
Posted in art, crafts, fabric, Fabric paint, stencils
Tagged art, fabric, fabric art, making stencils, Silhouette Portrait, stencil cutter, stencil making, stencils
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Intuitive Art Class
Ronda and Teresa’s Intuitive Art Class at East Branch Library is over. We finished up the four-session class last Monday. As I mentioned in this post I was feeling way out of my comfort zone. First if all I’ve never … Continue reading
Posted in acrylic paints, art, art classes, crafts
Tagged acyrlic paints, art, art classes, canvas, East Branch Library, Intuitive Art Class, painting, Ronda Haley, Teresa Schneider
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In The Mailbox: Mettler Goodies
Don’t you just love getting surprises? The other day in the mail was a package from Mettler. I had signed up for a giveaway of their new Web Bond TA 101 temporary spray adhesive and I was happy to hear … Continue reading
Getting ready for my first exhibit
I am so excited! I will be showing some of my pieces - mostly ice dyed fabric – at one of our local libraries this month. I’ve been busy getting stuff ready. Here are a couple of the pieces I … Continue reading
Posted in art, crafts, dyeing, fabric, fiber reactive dyes, ice dyeing, recycling, surface design, Thrift store finds
Tagged art, exhibit, fabric, fiber reactive dyes, hanging art, ice dyeing, recycling, surface design, thrift shop finds
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