Testing....

I read about this new carving material- it's linoleum, but softer, so I thought I'd give it a try.... The one I tried is unmounted, but they also have mounted. It WAS easier to carve than the usual linoeum, but I still like the "safetykut" (in the bottom photo) for saving the wrists and for ease of printing on fabric.

Crafty Wonderland Report

So this is my tiny space at the Crafty Wonderland show in Portland. I actually kind of liked the 4x4 space, it makes set up and take down quick and easy, but it was a challenge figuring out what to take and where to put it. My mom came with me (it was mothers day!) and so we had 2 chairs, as you can see behind the panel- then I had the little round table, and the standing panel. The gal next to me was so lovely, her name is Diana from Moss, she sells patterns for the crocheted sumo wrestlers that you may have seen. She also had some adorable ninja cats. It's hard at a craft show NOT to spend all your profits on all the wonderful things that the other vendors have to offer. If you are considering doing this show, I would highly reccomend it. There were a steady stream of customers, and sales were good. And it's only $35, so you actually can make a profit! It does look a little darker than it was, yes it is in the basement, but the basement of a very cool bar/restaurant. And of course, the folks (stitch&destroy) that put the event on couldn't be lovlier!

owl

owl Originally uploaded by kristinloganbill

They have a home in the top of our barn-isn't he adorable. So now the animals who have been visiting our place are: fox, deer, beaver, elk, owl and bats of course and they are all welcome!

amazing art!

Check this out- so amazing! this is her website Her name is Kathleen Lolley, she has such beautiful work. Owls and girls in red capes, and magical trees. so beautiful! she seems to have most of her work on flickr I just love it!