Hello Friends. I find myself with plenty of time on my hands these days. Perhaps I can provide a diversion with a visit to my blog. So, what good things can I share? It has been so nice to be wakened these mornings by the chirping of birds outside. I see the beginning of buds on trees. I took a walk the other night and saw a lovely bed of little yellow flowers, not sure what they were. All these signs mean spring is near.
Our sweet baby Claudia is almost 18 months old and Grandma has to share one picture.
I’ve been keeping busy and finishing works in progress. Here is a four square runner I started before Christmas. (I see my photo includes the messy lower part of the desk.)
I had a show planned for April 5 at the Eastern Market, which of course now has been postponed. Hopefully the May 31 date they chose will find us in better days. Meanwhile, I thought I’d post a picture each day of pieces I have been punching. This one is called Faded Flowers and is from a pattern by Julie Thomas at The Old Tattered Flag.
I am posting two photos today. This one is from Doreen Frost, one of my favorite designers. I haven’t decided if I should stain this hornbook, or if I should paint it. And if I paint it, what color shall I chose. What are your thoughts?
Thank you for stopping by. Please leave a comment and we can share some conversation. Be well and stay positive.
yooper trails 
I would paint the hornbook black and then distress it. Looks great!
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Thanks for your thoughts Doreen.
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Keep those beautiful pieces of work coming.
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Hi, Marion, and all your friends! Hope this finds you well and with hope for the future. Our family is healthy and Katie and Jonathan are expecting a baby in July. We are all very excited. Thank you for your beautiful art work, it will lift many spirits.
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Oh Judy, I’m so happy for you! What a great grandma you will be. And what a joyful event to await. Thank you for your kind words.
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Love both those finished pieces! I might stain your would the color of their’blankets’. Maybe a bit darker. I’m sure it will great no matter what you choose!
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I guess I can’t spell tonight..I mean Wood!
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Thanks Chris. I’m thinking about using stain. I lost my energy over the weekend, but today I’m back. Hopefully I’ll post a finished photo today.
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Your new finish looks great, Marion! 🤗
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