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Reflective Surfaces….

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Paula

Last week I mentioned the use of “reflective surfaces” to add interest to a photograph–that seems a rather obvious action when using a camera. How do we add “reflective surfaces” to our quilts? There are multiple answers with complex variations! … Continue reading →

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Artfully Arranged? Compositions?

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Paula

“Compositions matter. Artfully arranged anything can become a thing of beauty.” Years ago I discovered this quote from the talented designer Barbara Barry in House Beautiful, January 2013. She put into words my own lifelong interest in everyday living. Our … Continue reading →

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Speculations Abound

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Paula

Every time I make a Time Span quilt I speculate about my co-creator. That is, my unknown co-creator. For a reason, unknown to me, she was not able to finish the blocks, the embroidery or the quilt top. How did … Continue reading →

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Expanding Energy Everywhere!

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Paula

“The color palette [of polyester double knit fabric in the late 1960s and early 1970s] was eye-popping, gaudy, sometimes bizarre, and unfailingly cheerful,” notes blogger Suzanne Labry. I’m guessing this was the motivation of the quilter who set these vintage … Continue reading →

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Composition, or Setting the Stage….

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Paula

“Life for a quilt comes through the play of one element against another. Color, shape, value and texture all play a part in the visual impact.” My observations about vibrant quilts can be applied to this photo from Crete, Greece. … Continue reading →

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Everyday Creativity: Available to All of Us!

Posted on November 16, 2019 by Paula

Loading my car on a sunny afternoon after a recent quilting gathering, I noticed these bright yellow fan-shaped leaves scattered on the ground. Ginkgo leaves! Old friends! I first met this unique tree and its bright leaves when I was … Continue reading →

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Cedar Trees & the “Lust for Life”

Posted on September 8, 2019 by Paula

When I first bought this piece of land in Arkansas and dreamed of living in the woods, I named the land Cedar Hill in honor of an ancient cedar tree located near the well and chimney of the 1880s homestead. … Continue reading →

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Cedar Deck for Cedar Hill, Built by Women!

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Paula

“Measure twice, cut once. Use the right tool for the right job. Keep the work site tidy to prevent accidents. Enjoy the process–admire each step of the work.” These “rules” I learned in 1987-88 as Jeanne and I worked under … Continue reading →

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Picnic in Nonotuk Park,

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Paula

“Tiny rituals hold together the seams of human life”, by Maggie O’Farrell in The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox When I visited the east coast recently I was able to visit with three different sets of friends. While staying with … Continue reading →

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Wool: The Great Thermal Insulator

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Paula

For me, thrift store shopping is full of thrills! Whenever I travel, I always seek out thrift store spots. I’m able to mingle with the locals, and I may discover a unique treasure. Martha and I stopped at a thrift … Continue reading →

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