I’ve been remis in blogging for quite awhile now. I hope to remedy this. Suffice it to say, I have been working on many projects, both writing and visual art. I hope to post some photos soon. But for today, I just want to say hello to anyone who still follows me in spite of the long intervals in between posts. Thanks to everyone. More to come.
Nothing Special
Posted in Art, Uncategorized, Writing with tags Novel, visual art, Writing on July 12, 2017 by madelincwolfLatest News
Posted in 12x12, Uncategorized with tags 12 x 12 Art Group, Discount, machine quilting, quilt restoration, Quilting on June 17, 2016 by madelincwolfSummertime! I am going strong on my many projects: working on the second draft of my novel (YAY!), making art for my NCWCA Art Tag group adventure. This round’s theme is Germination. I’m also co-facilitating a 12 x 12 group with a couple months to go.
I hope you are enjoying your summer and whatever you are passionate about whether that is making things, writing, photographing, blogging or just being happy to be alive. You deserve to have the life you want. Make it happen! What have you got to lose?
If you are considering hiring me to finish your project or restore your quilt, be sure to check out the discount page at the right. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your project.
Beginning the New Year
Posted in 12x12, Challenges, Mixed Media with tags 12 x 12 challenge, art challenge, challenge, mixed media on January 6, 2015 by madelincwolfIt’s been too long since I’ve posted. I’m glad that2014 has passed. It was a somewhat difficult year in spite of the fact that I had some good things happen. including my renewed interest in writing a novel and a year-long commitment to making 12 pieces of art in a 12” x 12” format. (Probably the main reason I have been so remiss in blogging.) I hope to correct that this year. More blogging, more art= more happiness!
Here is a photo of a piece for the 12″ x 12″ challenge.
One of My Finished Projects
Posted in Quilting, Quilts with tags antique quilt, machine quilting, Quilting, reproduction quilt, star medallion quilt on June 24, 2014 by madelincwolfThis quilt was made by my friend Sara, her second, of a favorite antique quilt in her collection that was beyond repair. She says this will be the last one which she will keep for herself. I love the simplicity of the design and the beautiful reproduction fabrics she has used. The half-square triangle border lends a air of playful irregularity. As always, I enjoyed working on Sara’s quilt.
IT’S TIME
Posted in Computer Woes, Goals, Uncategorized with tags change, computer woes, exercise, MAC or PC, physical activity, spring, spring cleaning on March 17, 2014 by madelincwolfIt’s time for a lot of things in my life to change. Spring has always been a time for me to make, or attempt to make changes in my life. This year signals that changes in physical activity and a revamped eating plan are in order. After two bouts of forced inactivity last year, I have lost a certain amount of fitness, which was not that good to begin with. Exercise for the sake of exercise alone has been one of my life-long dislikes. More so that it takes away time for other more cerebral pursuits than an inherent dislike of moving my body. Alas, now it is necessary to forgo the reluctance to spend time on this pursuit and get with it. Walking is my choice. Aiming for the advised goal of 30 minutes a day is what I am committing to. Wish me luck!
Another biggie is getting a new computer. I am frustrated with my current computer and want a new MAC. I’ve thought of fixing my other old G5… new power supply and mother board (new RAM did nothing). I would spend less money but would it be worth it? This problem has caused me to stop blogging and that is definitely something I want to change. Everyone keeps telling me to just get a cheaper PC and be done with it. I am in a quandary not sure which way to go. So, I am almost through with this post and so far Safrari hasn’t quit yet. Woo hoo! More will be revealed.
2013 in review
Posted in Uncategorized with tags challenge, Cloth Paper Scissors challlenge, mixed-media stitch, year in review on December 31, 2013 by madelincwolfThank you to those of you who visited my blog in 2013. I have had a rough year and not posted much due to issues with my health and my computer’s health! I hope that 2014 will be a better year in all regards and that I will be posting regularly. So, may you have a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous NEW YEAR!
OH! Just to let you know, I have a piece in the latest issue of Cloth Paper Scissors magazine’s Mixed Media Stitch challenge.
The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2013 annual report for this blog.
Here’s an excerpt:
A San Francisco cable car holds 60 people. This blog was viewed about 2,900 times in 2013. If it were a cable car, it would take about 48 trips to carry that many people.
Sunshine Award Answers
Posted in Musings with tags questions and answers, Sunshine Award on October 7, 2013 by madelincwolfI was nominated for a Sunshine Award and have chosen to just answer the questions posed to me instead of making my own nominations. I don’t know 10 people who blog that aren’t already nominated. I suppose we could just go round and round with different questions…. Anyway, here goes.
1. What pivotal event in your life changed you for the better? Taking care of my husband as he battled cancer. I was amazed at how strong I could be for both of us.
Improvement
Posted in Back pain, health care, Musings with tags back pain, healing, HOPE, MRI on October 7, 2013 by madelincwolfThe last couple of days give me hope. I have been improving in spite of waiting for tests. I am in less pain and able to walk some without the walker. I finally got an appointment for an MRI… on November 1! Wonder how much more I will have improved by then. I am so anxious to get back to normal. Working, cooking, walking… the list goes on.
Better
Posted in Uncategorized on October 3, 2013 by madelincwolfToday is a sunny day. I got good sleep last night and was surprised to find that I can walk a little better! I am encouraged that I am getting better. My MRI is scheduled for Nov.1… really? I will probably be healed by then. Ah well, I just will have to go with the flow.