Rain

Labels

I need to have some labels. I need to order them soon, but I cannot decide if I like any of these well enough. The longer it takes me to decide or rework, the longer it will be before I have labels ready. I am hoping to put these on bags, and maybe sewn scarves. I don't think they will be soft enough to go on woven scarves. Any suggestions? -Polly

Spring Walking

Trees

Though I can not wait for leaves this spring, I have been lately inspired by the bare trees around me. -Polly

Signs of Spring

Me and my Singer.

I am infatuated with my new old Singer. I am sure no cross words will ever come between us.

We made a bag together.

And another.

And another. I do believe (singing) we were meant to be together. -Polly

Singer 301

I have a new sewing machine! It is not brand new, but it is new to me, and I am finding that I just love it. Here are two tidbits from the instruction manual. -Polly

"This smooth running machine-of-tomorrow will

amaze and thrill you with its versatility and ease of operation."

"Most materials require only guiding for best sewing results.

However, the miracle fabrics such as nylons, dacrons, orlons,

blends with various rayons..., also require support in the form of

holding the material taut at the back and front of the needle..."

And... More Progress on the Preschool Tree Mural

When I first started painting this mural, the preschool students seemed a little disturbed to find me camped out near their backpacks. By now they are accustomed to having me in their hallway, and it has been very fun to have them checking on the progress of the animals.

This fox looks an awful lot like the reference picture that I used, and that is good, but now I think he looks much too fierce. The eyes may need some further attention. Yikes. -Polly

A Little More Mural Progress

A few more birds are in place in the apple trees.

By the time I finished today, oak trees marched all the way up the stairs. -Polly