Tuesday, November 26, 2013

72 blocks :: five & six + thankful

There's a new element to these blocks I am working on. Some bits on the edges that will connect with others along the way. This #six with the little bur oak leaf and the tangle running off the edge is the first one of many to come.



I am thankful to be spending the next five days on happy holiday with my boys and so thankful for dear family and friends we will see along the way. Highlights will surely be: good company, good food and good times. I wish the same for you and yours.

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  1. I'm enjoying your contemplative process. So soothing. I like the idea that the motifs will wander between blocks.

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    1. I want each block to stand on it's own but also work with a much larger idea of connection. The block and the idea are evolving as I stitch each one.

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  2. this sense of space & order with the hint of chaos at the edges is perfect and as always I am so inspired by your stitches

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    1. Order and chaos need each other. Thanks, Mo.

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    1. I think that's the way it really is,
      everything all tangled together.

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  4. I love the meandering quality of those little stitched pathways... such a nice counterpoint to the strict angled lines!

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    1. Thank you and hi. I am thinking more more about what goes on where the block will meet along the edges. Those meandering lines will wander into something else.

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  5. hi susan, inspired by your red and white centerpiece over at Jude, i dropped by and remembered oh yeh i love this blog and your work,( those 4 ladybugs initially blew me away ) . i love the way you do simple. and nature. and how your caring shows in your work too. love !!!! lindamorris

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  6. Hi, Susan. This is a lovely project...so subtle, elegant, and peaceful. I LUV what you're doing with the colors and the stitching. Couldn't do it myself so I'll watch you! Wishing you a happy holiday season with your loved ones!
    best, nadia

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    1. Hi Nadia! Thanks so much, I am really enjoying the block by block process of this, it is quite peaceful to work one at a time.
      Happy holidays to you and yours too!

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  7. have been scrolling back and forth, these squares you are stitching are all so full of love, peace and dedication, really

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