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I’ve continued to practice free-motion quilting. Only a few sewing needles have paid the ultimate price. I’ve worked up the nerve to try practicing on the spare print for Lib’s quilt. I originally made six of each of the prints for this quilt since that’s how many I got when I cut the larger piece […]

Winslow Homer famously had a sign on the grounds of his studio announcing the above to discourage visitors. He liked to play the part of the eccentric, reclusive, artist. The sign is currently in his studio in Prout’s Neck Maine: The Portland Museum of Art bought Homer’s studio in 2006 and began a renovation project […]

One of the things that keeps me engaged with this project is how much working with simple, traditional methods, materials and tools keeps teaching me life lessons. To be present and pay attention. This post could also be posted under “Doh!” I’ve been banging my head against a wall, snapping needles, trying to strong arm […]

Yes, I’m guilty. I skipped a post. But I have a good excuse. I was at the 11th Annual International Encaustic Conference last week and I had a blast. Attended some amazing shows. Learned a bunch at some wonderful sessions, saw new and old friends, saw wonderful art (and bought some!) at the Hotel Fair […]