Stolen time is just delicious...

...and I managed a few quick sessions this week.  I've created two more embroidery thread baskets 

and love the wild shapes.

I'm amused by how different they look while in process - messy, gloopy and out of control!

I finished an 10" x 8" collage, as yet untitled (got any ideas?), 

and noticed a circle cut overlaying a painting in progress in much the same colours.  Funny how things can strike an artist, isn't it?  I really liked the way this looks and may turn it into a mini card.

I'm on deck for a child's birthday party this week, and given that I've not done this in some 30+ years, I've been enjoying the experience.  My granddaughter turns five and her other gran is bringing her and her brother here to celebrate.  I had so much fun putting things together - food, gifts, and goody boxes.  I loved the boxes so much I may go back to the Dollar Store a purchase a couple for myself.  🤣

I think they'd be perfect for just about any small collection, don't you?

Wishing you a wonderfully colourful and creative week - may you celebrate like a five-year-old at her own birthday party!  💗

It's good to be getting back into the studio...

...and playing with colour.

I had a chance to 'finish' (do we ever really finish anything??) the half dozen 4" x 3" collages,

and I'm really enjoying these colours.

I was gifted a pile of threads recently (thanks, Eileen!), so turned them into a collagraph.  And yes, I know you thought I was crazy for asking for them. 😉

It  looks really lovely turned into a gel print, though...what a luscious background this will make!

I've continued to work on Chloe's birthday painting - it's coming up much too quickly.

Of course, the leftover paint has been made to enhance a dryer sheet, and that, too, will be utilized elsewhere.  No doubt you're relaxing into this quiet colour.  😄

We've had a mixed week of sunshine and rain, so our irises are looking rather lovely!

This past long weekend was our Blossom Fest (the 83rd, I believe).  Although John was too ill with a cold/flu and unable to enjoy the huge number of events, we did happen upon the setup for the Childrens' Parade on Monday.  I really loved this costume on one of the volunteers.  It cracked me up when she told me 'my mom made it for me'.  

Between the costumes on the volunteers and the childrens' enthusiasm, I've no doubt the parade was outstanding!

I'm hoping your week was colourful, fun and just as playful to boot!  See you on the other side...