Happy Holloween

Last weekend I went a burial ceremony. Funny how we deal with Halloween and the frivolity of death, ghouls, ghosts, spirits, transformations, and plain 'ol spookiness. Maybe it's the mindset of current events. Death is unchangeable; allegiants are not always absolute.
 

Lastest Upgrade

Finally finished these heavy muslin curtains. I was gifted them from a professional draper and modified them to fit here. I added a valence of beige canvas duck which is held to an I-beam with small magnets. It is a big help to control the direct sunlight on my design walls for this half of the year in low sun.
 

On the Wall

Nearly finished, just some major seams and a last look to see if that is the final 'answer' to this wall's givings. I've a little lecture to finish, an entry to finish, and some packing to do yet this week. But I know the studio will wait without complaint. Can't decide if I have Friday clear for First Friday at the studio. 
 

Of Course

I voted early, as I'll be at Art Quilt Tahoe for the vote day. Glad that we are able to vote every which way -- early, by mail, on the day. It should be this easy for everyone. I could have voted at the Susan B. Anthony museum, but it doesn't matter where, just that I did. I'll think about her a lot, as we should. 
 

Just Hanging Around

I made a trip over to the Little Theater Cafe where my work is hung with my friend Judy Gohringer's works. It'll be down Tuesday. It's wonderful to see work in different venues -- some are slick, some are dim, some a backdrop for life. I'll  pack three to travel to Art Quilt Tahoe, the rest will wait their turn.

 

Family Wedding

Laura loved "Family Wedding" when she first saw it in my studio. A year has passed since then and she sent me how the quilt was installed. I love it! It seems made for the space, even though it wasn't. And out the window the fall colors are fitting. Thank you, Laura.
 

Linen at Your Service

I've printed a utility weight linen for pillows, chair covers, seats cushions, or practical functional items. Many have taken these and hand stitched, which is a wonderful base for improv stitching. I'll add some to my webstore next week, if there is a chance. 
 

Demur Enough?

Trying this out on my porcelain model. Not showing off the best of the scarf, so it's back to the drawing board. And, does anyone use a drawing board anymore? Like how we say 'dial' the phone. Still.
 

Silk to Make You Feel Dreamy

I've made a handful of printed silk scarves to take to Art Quilt Tahoe. Last time it snowed, so I'll be prepared. My latest twist is that these are square, and the one I'm keeping -- and love -- is so much fun to wear. If only I could keep them all. When I return, I'll make some for the website store. Promise.
 

Hometown Gang

Tonight's lecture was with the Irondequoit Art Club, held in a suburb of Rochester. A treat to have an accepting audience, and also one that knew exactly all the places around! I meant to get the room full of about 60 people, but was so busy talking, didn't. Oh, well, you know it was fun.
 

My Mind is Elsewhere

A devoted follower noted (and notified me) that I had missed my yesterday post. I was finishing a lecture due tonight and hit the off key as soon as I could, forgetting to post. Here is what is clogging y brain -- getting ready to cross the country to teach in Tahoe. This is my list of what is waiting from last year.