March 27, 2018

{Simply Neutrals Tuesday #39 – Little Altered Dress}

I am joining Wen for Simply Neutrals Tuesday. Please visit her blog and see Wen’s and see many other artists beautiful posts as well: appleapricot.blogspot.com

This little white dress was a recent project of mine over the course of several weeks. I like to take busy work with me to the doctor’s office, and this was a perfect one to create and stitch while waiting.

I love the little girl’s face, so sweet and lovely.

Little bits of antique and vintage laces, beads, sari silk, fabrics and mother of pearl buttons…

The little piece all finished, and hanging from the hanger.

Have a wonderful week and Happy Easter to all of you!

March 19, 2018

{Simply Neutrals Tuesday #38 – Spring in the Studio}

Happy Spring! I love to retreat to my studio area when I can because the mood is very soothing to me.

I am joining Wen for Simply Neutrals Tuesday. Please visit her blog and see Wen’s and see many other artists beautiful posts as well: appleapricot.blogspot.com

I never really realized how birds, birdhouses/cages, and butterflies were all over in my Expedit. I guess Michael’s Craft stores must have had a theme going the year I bought them.

I have been hearing Red Wing Blackbird’s for many weeks. They must live behind my home, because if I stand out on the deck their song is non-stop. That is always a welcome sign of spring in Michigan!

March 13, 2018

{Simply Neutrals #37 – Shabby Spool Shrine}

I am joining Wen for Simply Neutrals Tuesday. Please visit her blog and see Wen’s and see many other artists beautiful posts as well: appleapricot.blogspot.com

I made this little spool shrine last year and never was able to get it photographed and posted. The little box was painted with white craft paint inside and out. Once dry, I added some sheet music to the back. A very simple fabric collage was also added in the center. Next, little vintage spools had little pieces of lace attached to them. I also added a little bit of song lyrics on the inside.

Still waiting for spring (it was trying to snow this morning), but the sun is different so I know it is coming soon!