Between shoveling out from the snowstorm and Christmas, it’s been over a week since I’ve been in my studio.
I always get a little anxious about going back to my studio after being away from it for more than a few days. Even after ten years of making art full-time I still have this fear that I won’t be able to start working again.
It’s less than it used to be. But this morning when I first woke up, I didn’t want to get out of bed.
Once I did, I decided to ease back to work slowly. I had a box of wool shirts and skirts taking up space in the laundry room since Carolyn gave them to me. I’ve been thinking of making a quilt from them for some time.
But first, they needed to be cut up. Most of them are pocked with tiny holes. My plan was to cut around the holes, then wash and dry the wool that I could use.
After taking care of some shipping, I got to my studio, put on Selected Shorts and started cutting.
Right now the pieces of wool are sitting in the dryer. I’ll wait till tomorrow morning to take them out and sort them. I hope as I go through all the colors, patterns and odd shapes of wool, I’ll be inspired.
Brings back memories. My grandmother always used to wear a wool shirt like that in the winter
The wool brings back memories for me too Lorlee. Some of the patterns spark feeling of when I had a few wool skirts in highschool. And the mens plaids too. I’m glad to have evoked your Grandmother.
Hey, Maria, you aren’t the only one who doesn’t want to get out of bed on these cold, damp, dark mornings! It’s supposed to be getting lighter in the mornings. Today is the first day I’ve noticed it a tad lighter when I got up. Don’t feel bad…relax, and get back into things gradually…it’s the nature of the beast! 🙂
It’s all about trust, isn’t it Fran. I love that you’re already seeing the change in light in the morning. That feels good!
These shirts and skirts look like they’re waiting to create a warm, comforting quilt. I’m eager to see how they speak to you, Maria. I know what you create will be wonderful !
Laura, I think I began to figure it out today. As always, it’s just one step at a time.
Oh I cannot wait to see what evolves. The year will be off to a good start,
Ha! Thanks for your confidence, Suzanne! It is kind of a nice way to start the year, warm and cozy.
Looks like an inviting winter project. I’m wondering if the cuffs and collars can be incorporated somehow?
Ah Keith, They’re already gone. I do have some pockets and buttons though…