Sewing Pants
One of my favorite things about sewing my own clothes is adding small details that personalize the design. This week I made pants using a pattern from Diane Ericson and…
Lace Jacket
This week I finished the jacket I started last week. The pattern is Marcy Tilton for Vogue, V8982. I used a black and white denim lace underlined and piped…
Next Sewing Project
This week, I have started a lightweight jacket from a denim lace underlined with a purple silk and cotton blend and piping on the seams. What was I thinking? It…
Changing It Up
Growing up in a small town in North Carolina, I was taught by my mother to sew aprons from handkerchiefs and grosgrain ribbon at age 6. In junior high and high…
Oakleaf Hydrangea #2
The oakleaf hydrangea in bloom in my garden is a southeastern native. It has big, bold leaves and large white blooms that turn to pink and tan through the summer.…
Bon Mardi Gras
Happy Mardi Gras! This small mixed media floral painting reminds me of the colors (green, purple, and gold) and excitement of Mardi Gras. Hope you have a colorful day!
Gervais Street Bridge (reprise)
As I tried to get back into the routine of studio work this week, I started by clearing out the clutter, vacuuming the floor, and putting fresh plastic covers on…
January Palmetto
Happy New Year to you! I haven't been making much "serious art" (whatever that means) during the holidays. Too many distractions, you know? I did spend a few hours…
Autumn Bouquet
The weather has changed in South Carolina this week. It’s wonderful to see rain, and I hope it will improve the fire situation in the mountains. But the rain and…