Since it usually takes me 4-6 months to create a large piece I have to choose carefully what my ground fabric will be. I am working on a challenge piece that will be 72 x 72 which presents SOME CHALLENGE let me tell you. I have chosen this luscious linen tablecloth as my base. It is supple, worn, stained and wonky and it feels right to me. Love the shadow of the pins in this shot. I may have to do a series on shadows in the future.
It has been difficult to get into the spirit of Christmas this year since the temp has been hovering around 70 degrees and every thing seems to be crowding into too few days. As I was taking a walk the other day while mentally clicking off all the things I needed to do before the holiday I saw this lovely tree with it's natural christmas ornaments on it. This is the tree I want in my living room. very graphic, very simple...less is more.
I went to a sewing sale over the weekend and lucked in to some great fabric finds. Silk, linen, cotton -- it was all there. I purchased great heaps of inspiration for the grand total of $18. Now to find the time to work with it (and still stay focused on the challenge quilt I am working on for a SAQA show). I might have to take a little detour to play with these soon.
Sharing the holiday last week with family and friends I was constantly aware of the bounty in my life. From beautiful grandchildren to gingko leaves, our life is rich. I am particularly thankful that my mom was released from a brief hospital stay just before the Thanksgiving spread began to cook. We have so much to be thankful for.
Paula Kovarik, 2012.
OK, I admit I have found numerous excuses not to get back into the swing of working at days end. Too tired, too frazzled, too cold to return to the studio. Preparing for the Exploration show, going out of town, watching election results, crocheting Christmas presents, paying bills. Doing research, etc. etc. etc.
Is it that I am blocked? (maybe) Overwhelmed by the options? (yes, definitely) Intimidated by my expectations? (definitely) Am I being affected by the time change? weather change? mood change? (Yes. Yes. Yes.)
So today I browsed through some older progress shots to restart the engines. This simple black and white composition intrigues me. I may have to take a side street to experiment further with this meadering.
