Whew, wrapping up my summer art show schedule

Just added to my inventory. This hatbrim fits a head 20 inch head circumference.

Whew! I finally finished my summer show schedule ... except for a couple events that I haven't heard from yet. (Look to the side of this blog page to see the list where you will find me.)  There's some new ones on my list, and some that I attend every year.
Art shows are all about LOCAL. And it's such a showcase of artisans and crafters. Creativity just flows - and that's what I love about 'em. I am inspired, and so appreciate the people who turnout - even in the rain as they did last weekend in New Richmond, Wisc. (That was a tough one for us as it just poured. But there were some folks who came anyway.)
So it's back to wrapping rope.

The colors of the season

My new fall collection definitely celebrates the season: "Falling Leaves." The colors of fall are reflected in these molded-leaf shaped bowls constructed by piecing batik fabrics together. Next to your bed stand it'a perfect "collector." How about to hold wrapped candy? I use mine as a place to deposit my ear rings at the end of the day. My daughter wants several to make a collage on her dining room wall. Now that's an interesting idea. Yes, you can spot clean these bowls and even re-form them by using a hot iron. These items will debut at The Chickadee Boutique sale, and later at the Gustavus Adolphus Arts and Crafts sale. You can visit my store (see right column) to learn more). I'll keep you posted as more items are ready.

Good art makes me think, feel and question

I'm learning that you never know what you'll learn from participating in a sale. Yesterday was my first-ever trunk show, where a group of artisans were invited to display their work at gallery. First off- I'm not comfortable calling myself an artist - I'm far from my definition of an artist. What's that, you ask? It's hard to define in words, but I know what good art does to me - it makes me feel; it makes me think; it makes me question. I do know some fabric artists whose work DOES deserve to be called art.I don't think my work is yet to that caliber; however it is something I strive toward. On Saturday, I will be a participant in another show "Fight Like a Mother." More on that later this week. So- what did I learn yesterday?

Commitment to the process and having the faith in karma that creativity will take you where you need to go.

I'm having a great time,and I thank Jessica at Regla De Oro gallery for giving me the opportunity to grow. Also thank you to Nina from 4 Angels Creations. Her journey as an artist is as inspiring as her work.