Patterns & Transitions

Has it really been five months since I last posted a blog? A lot has happened in that time. John and I moved to DC. I’m just now getting my studio days back. A lot to say on that, but first photos!

In April we went to Morocco. My gravitational pull towards patterns and textures is unrelenting. If you want a glimpse of our trip as well, here’s the photo essay.

In July we were in Santa Fe for the International Folk Art Market (and to visit John’s parents), and while there went to one of their museums dedicated to folk arts. It was an impressive place and the pictures capture all that inspired me – color, patterns, textiles, stories and symbols on textiles, untrained forms and clear expressions.

I expect my next blog to have more verbal expression as I begin again in a new place and studio space amidst all that is happening. In the meantime, I hope my photos can speak for me.

Now Offering DOLL PATTERNS!!!

It has taken me a long time to make doll patterns, but I have finally finished and listed a few of your favorites!!
Now you can make your own plush bunny doll! And the Plush Pumpkin Halloween Doll.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/mommylion

It's a great time to start your holiday gifts. Now you can make your own dolls for gift giving, displays, and craft shows!! Just please remember to give credit to Mommylion for your design!!

Last Week of School!!!

I swear I am worse then the kids! This is our last week of school before summer vacation. That means finishing grades, cleaning the art room, saying goodbye for the summer and lots of work!
Somehow this weekend I have been able to fit in a little designing also...not sure how.

I have always loved cameos. I think it is amazing how they can be carved into delicate works of art!

I have a few cameo designs that are made into cross stitch patterns in my shop. They are all full stitches...no half stitcvhes here. Try stitching one when you have a little time to sit back and relax!!