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What A Wonderful "Wool"

5/12/2016

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I awoke this morning early, uncharacteristically early, and decided to get up instead of melting back into the warm sheets.  The sun was shining so brightly through the open blinds that I grabbed my sunglasses to protect my eye and crawled out of bed.  I set my feet on the warm floor, still toasty from the fire burning throughout the night from the living room wood stove directly below.  It’s always wonderful to wake with a sense of cozy comfort; it sets a mood for the entire day.

I took the pups outside and was struck by how absolutely beautiful our part of the world is.  The fuzziness in my eyes is clearing and everything appeared luminous and sharp.  There is so much strife in the world that it’s difficult to comprehend when everything is turning green and lush around me, daffodils, like little bursts of sunshine smiling from the garden.  The harbour glistened like diamonds, brilliant and flawless, cut to perfection.   A boat was coming in, a tiny little cape, a sweet traditional vessel with good bones.   At 7:00 AM, traffic is already quite heavy for the folks going to work.  

The air is fresh and crisp, with a purity that’s so wonderful to breathe in.  It certainly feels good to be alive.  It certainly is good to be able to see.  My recent eye problem sure made me appreciate sight, to be able to see my life and everything around it, is something denied to many.  Up till now I took it for granted, and probably will again as the memory of the past few days wears away.   

I’ve been off all week because of my eye so I’m excited about work today.   I have two new designs, one that is ready and the other in progress and Deborah has one as well. There is nothing like a new designs to boost excitement.  Someone came into the shop yesterday and asked for an old car design and Deborah whipped it up as easily as 1-2-3.  She’s an amazing artist and we are so lucky to have her.

I got sidetracked with my limited edition monthly designs due to personal obligations so I’m behind but there will be more special days for moms in the years ahead, it’s not like we had one shot at it this year and now it’s over.  Besides, every day should be Mother’s Day!  I’m still going to hook this one.   I would have started it last night but my eye strains easily so I’m avoiding staring at things. 

I’m setting all the finished pillows together in a row and they look spectacular with only the three so far so I can imagine the impact all 12 will carry.   Of course I still need to go back and do a January to complete the set. 

Trying to get the boat ready over the past few weeks was stealing all my evening time and hubby and I work until midnight or later in the garage getting things ready for the launch.   So much to do and time is passing quickly.  We really want to spent more time sailing this year than working on repairs, so once she kisses the water, there should be nothing but fun on the agenda for the entire summer. 

I was totally struck by the beauty and serenity of the shop yesterday when I went in to say hi in the afternoon.  I was away since Saturday, just the right amount of time to see it with fresh eyes.  You know when you go on vacation, once you return your house always has a different feel.  You see it as if for the first time.  Well that’s how I felt with the shop.  I absolutely love my store.  Walking into it every day is like getting a big colourful hug.  It’s never work to be there, I am so blessed.  “It’s A Wonderful Wool” 

My Mother’s Day pattern is all about the pretty.  12" x 12" of fantasy florals, fun leaves and funky letters.  The O is a heart that worked very nicely into the flow of the writing of the word.    I’m going to try something different this time and outline everything in white wool.  I’m using the bundle “Beach Glass this time.  The soft pastels will have low contrast with the white for softness and a look I’ve not tried before.  We’ll see how it goes.  I can see it in my mind’s eye but how it comes together in reality could be a different story, if not I’ll switch gears, rip it out and start again.   I’m thinking a delicious pale salmon for the background. 

The Dad’s design for June shows all the manly stuff guys love and do.  Robust tools and sports equipment should cover the testosterone vibe.   That will be done in steely tones, for strength and ruggedness.  I’ll try to finish that pattern today. 
Have a great day everyone. 



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Sunday Run by Deborah Sweet   15" x 19".  Can be viewed on Deb's page by clicking this link: http://www.encompassingdesigns.com/deborah-sweet.html
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