At home

Well I've been writing most nights, which means less time for blogging (sorry). I've still been keeping busy crafting. When I use my working brain on chapter writing its like my creative brain gets jealous and takes over, forcing me to do creative projects during the day time when I get a chance. Also these projects are fun for Elena and benefit her occasionally by producing food, learning opportunities, and or clothing for her use.

Thus, my creative projects have fallen into two categories: (1) sewing with knits and (2) artwork and sprucing up the sewing room (Elena, 2013). Sorry I guess my working brain hasn't completely turned off yet.

 Here are photos of some of our artwork projects. Elena helps with the backgrounds and thoroughly enjoys herself. She has specific artistic visions for each piece. Seems to enjoy the color blue a lot. I guess this is her blue period.

Sharpie marker over acrylic

Here's a before...and after



Granny has been gracious enough to lend me this...



So I could produce this...



Yes she was ever so pleased with this lovely Oliver+S hopscotch top in darling owls knit fabric. She was not happy about the photo or the trying on part though. At least it fits!

She wanted to get back to doing this:
 

For me: back to work.