I was looking for pieces of fabric for the upcoming applique idea, and found this stack of samples I'd forgotten I had, no idea where they came from. Not sure what fiber, either, probably a cotton mix.
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Monday, August 14, 2023
New artwork, yogurt, warping and a dad riddle
So, now for threads
And some cutting, using a small rotary,of morning glory shapes. This why I picked leaves of different sizes, to work together
Meanwhile I finished threading for the rug
and today I need to sort roving and maybe make a start in weaving, though sorting roving is a start, part of designing.
it's a bit grainy, but after straining a bit, worked fine with wild honey. The texture is not from the fermenting method, but probably age, since this is third generation. Time to order more yogurt, to use the last of it as the next starter.
I think some sashiko stitching will come after the whole thing is appliqued, to harmonize it, but I'll do some on individual blocks.
And there's a yogurt reveal. The hot water containers and emergency blanket seems to work
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The leafy wall hanging will be so fabulous when it's done! And yes, a man can marry his widow's sister if he's a zombie.
ReplyDeleteDingdingding! Hard to beat that clue.
DeleteI'm amazed at all the crafty stuff you have that you don't even remember you have.
ReplyDeleteIt's partly from being given bags of items, without examining them closely. Surprises happen
DeleteOk, now I feel better about my thread stash (es).
ReplyDeleteThis is after I gave a lot away during the Great Winnowing.
DeleteThis will be beautiful when it's finished. I have nothing funnier than what Debra said!
ReplyDeleteI think she's got the patent on it!
DeleteYour posts are so inspirational to a somewhat lazy person like myself.
ReplyDeleteYou could consider that I make stuff so you don't have to!
DeleteI am looking forward to seeing the wall hanging. You have so much enthusiasm and patience.
ReplyDeleteIt's not exactly patience, more like absorption.
DeleteOnly in the after life... Those leaves are going to look great. I just love sample swatches; they appeal to some sort of childhood me that collected colourful things, mainly textile pieces and paper/tinfoil.
ReplyDeleteI think the smallness is a big draw for me. Very modular.
DeleteAs to your riddle- only in heaven could that happen. Or...hell.
ReplyDeleteI love to see how your mind sees things and then begins making plans!
This plan is unfolding pretty fast. The prepared mind at work.
Deletewhat wonderful colors! Definitely a wall hanging!
ReplyDeleteI hope so. I do like the colors, nothing hard or edgy.
DeleteOh wow. It’s going to look fantastic when it’s done.
ReplyDeleteThis is why I never throw anything out. You just don’t know when inspiration will stoke and you will need it.
These pieces were a nice surprise. I was in search of some linen square samples and found these first.
DeleteThe wall hanging is a great idea. Good luck with it.
ReplyDeleteI may need it quite soon. Luck, that is
DeleteI'm looking forward to the applique and the rug. Two fine old techniques. If only the gentleman could achieve the same.
ReplyDeleteMy reply has vanished. I bet it shows up in spam. In my own blog, hm. It's about the contrast between upstairs weaving with huge weft, downstairs fine tiny stitches on tiny motifs.
DeleteThat Snoopy. I just love that pup!
ReplyDeleteI really think that's one of Schultz's best
DeleteThat is a mighty fine warp for the rug. Now the fun starts. And the applique leaves will be beautiful. Floor and wall at the same time. If the man is wanting to marry his widow's sister it might explain why she is a widow.
ReplyDeleteGreat clue! And yes, I hadn't thought of floor and wall.
DeleteYou do have your ideas.
ReplyDeleteTons of them.
DeleteMust say I'd love a delve into your thread collection! I have a thing for threads and could easily spend far too much adding to my already large collection.
ReplyDeleteI don't think it's your plan to stitch the fabric squares together in the exact configuration that you show here but I think they'd look amazing on a black or dark grey background.
I have a couple of drawers of silver and gold (some really gold) threads, too. Your idea about the background is noted, thank you.
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