Thrifting treasures!

 My sister is a teacher. Summers off give us time to play during the day. A few years ago, she and my niece started, "Thrifting Thursday". This week, it became Wednesday instead! We hit 3 shops and a shoe store. I found some fabulous (and cheap) art supplies. The metal frame was 50% off making it only 50 cents. The glass trays - $1.00 for the two. I splurged on the beads at $3.00. Total purchases: $4.50. Time with my sister - Priceless!  What was the "priceless" ad, years ago? I don't remember...

I see some sun printing ahead using the frame and glass! The beads - after taking them apart and giving them a good cleaning, I think they are destined for a wool collage that is in the planning stage. 

Paper making

 I haven't made paper in years. Recently I saw an artist using a big slab of recycled paper for a painting. It seemed like a good project to begin today.

I have lots of old book pages. The process is simple: tear the paper into small pieces, soak in water, and use an old blender to grind into pulp.

I used a piece of needlepoint canvas on an old cookie rack with a small frame for the pouring station. 

I will let it drain over night, some squeezing out water with make it compact. I imagine it will take some time to dry.

Swallowed / aka Jonah

The story of Jonah teaches the importance of obedience. 

"But if you fail to keep your word, then you will have sinned against the Lord, and you may be sure that your sin will find you out". Numbers 32:23

This piece is finally finished (except that I am not happy with the sleeve for hanging. For now, I move on to the next one and let this sit for a bit. 

Moments of Light

 I felted a piece to work over the puckered area. With hours to stitch on our road trip, I managed to cover the felt with zillions of seed stitches. Next up - shards, beads, and more stitches

7 minute art. 2nd week

 After posting my 7 minute art last week, I discovered that the photos were sideways! 😅 

Lincoln Nebraska

 International Quilt Museum! We came for the Boro Exhibit and were not disappointed.  Boro translates as rags in English. The Japanese layered and stitched fabric to mend clothing and blankets. I am filled with inspiration and ideas for continuing my own work. What a wonderful part of my 3 day adventure with friends.

Road trip: Elk Horn Iowa

 On our way to Lincoln Nebraska,  we stopped by the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn. Great stop!