The wagon that dad made
I decided that vinRhys needed a harvest wagon and found some pictures on the internet that I liked. Now my dad is quite industrious and I gave him the picture and he produced this. Isn’t it perfect!
Year: 2011
The Potting Shed
This 1:12 scale Potting Shed started as a printed paper project that I found on the internet and it grew somewhat. A big thank you to all those creative people out there in cyberspace who make items available free for so many of us to play with. You provide hours…
The Lake House
This piece feels quiet and as the sun sets the chill creeps into the air. Wouldn’t you just love to live in that house! The larger ribbonwork (silk) in the foreground helps with perspective in the overall picture. Metallic thread is not fun to work with but does give a fantastic…
The granny’s chair quilt
This quilt was created using vintage fabrics salvaged from two chairs which my husband and I inherited from our grandmothers. I didn’t have the heart to throw the fabric away because it was crying out to be used. Washing the fabric in a pillow case kept it reasonably together. This…
Stumpwork
Stumpwork is three-dimensional embroidery. This piece is worked around wire to give the form and lift to the petals and leaves. In stumpwork, you can also use beads and stuffing and any bits and bobs you can think of. I am busy working on a garland measuring 40cm across and…
LOVE STITCHING RED
You have gotta check out this blog – so creative. The textile art is amazing. http://www.love-stitching-red.blogspot.com/
Glowing Victorian Fireplace
Here is the glowing Victorian fireplace that I am teaching at the 2011 Mini Convention in Betty’s Bay in March. Many classes and workshops with amazing projects. Book now! http://miniconvention.weebly.com
Diagon Alley 1:144
This is my interpretation of Diagon Alley from the Harry Potter movies. Yes, it’s really small. A doorway measures only 7mm across! Don’t you just marvel at the talent in the sets and décor in the movies – those were very creative people! Enjoy! With a ruler to show…
Darcy Dog
Darcy is a short legged Jack Russell and was born on 27 October 2010
Copper cookware
Here is the copper cookware set that I am teaching at the 2011 Mini Convention in Betty’s Bay in March. Many classes and workshops with amazing projects. Book now! http://miniconvention.weebly.com