handstories

camped

    Camp is over.  

    We stitched.

    We stuffed.

    We felted.

    Lots of different ways.

    We created.

    And . . . thank you all for your sweet comments on the felted stones in the last post.   There are many books and tutorials out there on how to do it.  I learned from some book long ago, but don't remember which one.  Lisa of lil fish studios, who is the queen of beautifully felted stones, has a good one here.  Mine were done without the needle felting.  The important thing is the wispy-ness of the layers, and going slow.  It's very easy and fun!

new friends

   More camp creations.  The excitement builds as the children realize that they DO know how to thread a needle, knot off, and sew a button on, after a few days of practice.  Watching their confidence grow is such fun.

 

a bunch of bunting

   Camp:   More bunting stitching, felting various things, and the story of when I realized that I didn't really hate camping.  

    Twinkle Update:  Three sightings in the yard the night before last.  She bolted each time we opened the door for her.  Hmmmm...I don't know what to do?  I suppose nothing but wait.  Throughout these days (five now) you can hear each of us sighing "Twinkle",  as we look out the windows.

fiber fun

    Moon and I are working on projects for our upcoming art camp.  Our next door neighbors have converted their garage space into a cool art studio and classroom.

    We'll be working with fibers- wool and cloth.  Moon's excited to be an assistant teacher.  It should be a cozy creative time, and the commute is fabulous!