Bit More in Case

Made more Bow Ties, just in case I wanted concentric squares. Which I think I do. Next, I want to try for minimal. You'll see.

Patchwork Wall

My Memphis visit this last week had a view of Graceland. I was taken with the autographed wall out front. A patchwork of subtle color, with signatures from admirers.

Proofing

Working in a friend's studio with a REAL wood burning fireplace today for my new take on the Bow Tie quilt. This is all about that skinny line, color and impact. I've got a few more tricks to iron out, then I'll be ready to share more.

Birthday Cake

I like to stretch out my birthday for as long as possible. So, visiting friends calls for day #2 and a proper cake. Last night (and the night before that) was Rum Raisin ice cream, my go-to for any event. Looking forward to tomorrow.

Birthday at 30,000 Feet

The steward brought me a second cup of coffee and stroopwafel. Then, before we landed, this bundle. It was another stroopwafel (a favorite) and a large Batman pin. Oh, and a United Airways wings pin. Along with the view of the Manhattan skyline, the best presents today.

Susan Says

Two Susans chat during the Slash and Burn class on Monday. We are so often working alone, and during a workshop the opportunity presents to get feedback, to see how others tackle a project, to offer advice. Just what you need, and a huge benefit to taking a class.

Happy Folks

Can't say how much it meant to see the finished leaves, and well done, too! The Uncommon Threads Quilt Group is indeed uncommon. They're welcoming, warm, great fun, and terrific students. Many thanks for my friends in Memphis.

February's Full Moon

Ralph Blakelock's Silvery Moon will have to do for this day's full moon. My Memphis moon is clouded over. And heck, I think this even keener. It's from the Dixon Museum.

Modern Meeting Interupted

My friend and I showed up fashionably late for the Memphis Modern Quilt Guild meeting today. With great enthusiasm they entertained us, showing the show and tell portion all over again. I loved this half square triangle quilt, as well as the meeting today.

Work Day

It was. a work day / make day / quilt day today. Studio Nysha was the spot to try out the New Big Leaf, and the intrepid that made their way to the Memphis area. We'll return Monday to try something new and challenging. Tomorrow is for recharging.

Cast Aside

While rambling the grounds of the Museum of Decorative Metal, I came across this mold. I don't know the purpose of the lines, and don't know how the mold is used. But the composition and color struck my fancy. I am drawn to the square in a rectangle.