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Magazines & Printed Fabric ...


While visiting with my folks yesterday, I decided to go through a few totes that they have been nice enough to store for me in their basement. This morning, while sipping coffee - The feeling was like Christmas morning - How had I forgotten about all this great stuff? Printed fabric, unfinished ornaments to paint, paintbrushes that have never been opened etc ... I was thrilled ... I am the only one that loves a great surprise that you do not see coming?

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  1. Sonja MilojevicJuly 28, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Oh, that was certainly a nice surprise, and I can see why - you have some gorgeous fabrics to play with! I just love those unexpected "presents". My mother gave me a bag full of lace and doilies that my Grandmother crocheted, and now I have so much gorgeous pieces to incorporate into my work. The best thing is that those pieces have a history. And that always adds value to a finished piece, don't you think? :)

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  2. Living in the MomentJuly 28, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Surprises are the best, Sonja - I am so glad that you had a similar experience - Glad you so many pieces with history to create with - Value is key to a finished piece, Absolutely ... Have I mentioned how great it is to have you back?

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