Airing of the Quilts 3
I would guess that the orangy-tan stars were originally bright red, too. I think they have faded with time. I do not know the name of the block pattern. I think this is… Continue reading
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Fanfare for Sheila Frampton-Cooper
Imagine a stirring wave of music – let’s say, trumpets and kettle drums, at the very least. It heralds a wonderful discovery – but before I share it with you, let me tell how I discovered it.… Continue reading
Garden Quilts
I have a plethora of art supplies I need to use up. I had two tubs of those little paint tubes you get for a dollar – most of them had been opened… Continue reading
North and South, Great Britain Style
I love Pride and Prejudice and all those sort of period pieces, even though most of the time the characters don’t do much beyond exchanging clever conversation while they drink tea or dance… Continue reading
April Fools
Here are a couple of pictures from my historic photo collection, that seem appropriate for April Fools’ Day. I love old photos where the people’s personalities shine through.
Big Sister, Little Sister Quilts
These quilts are from 1985. Back then, I was expecting my second child, and my grandmother asked me if I wanted her quilt group to make me a quilt. Of course I did! … Continue reading
Airing of the Quilts 2
The quilt on the left is a Double Wedding Ring. I picked it up at an antique shop, probably about 1990. I hung it up in the bedroom and used it as my… Continue reading
Airing of the Quilts 1
Here on the Gulf Coast we usually go from a short cold damp winter straight to a very long hot humid summer. This year we didn’t have any winter to speak of, but… Continue reading
New Baby Lamb
Romy added a new baby to our flock on March 15th. It is a little male lamb who looks just like his daddy. He was born out in the pen with no troubles,… Continue reading
Properly Attired Servants, 1907-style
Now that we have sprung forward, I’m sure spring cleaning is on your mind. Which inevitably brings up questions, “How many servants should I have?” “How shall I occupy myself while they are working?” and… Continue reading