Archive for May 2011
The whole world's a critic little sparrow
On August 25 we will drop our first born, Lauren, off at Bryn Mawr College to begin her new life out of our cozy nest. This is going to be bitter-sweet moment. So grown-up, but still my baby. On Tuesday she went to the doctor without me for the first time. She left with college physical…
Read MoreSandy in the studio
Sandy wore her flowered dress from Mexico on what was suppose to be the hottest day of the year so far. It was quite appropriate since she was making bowls and platters with a nature inspired leaf design. She’s getting ready for the upcoming show on June 4.
Read MoreWhat it feels like to be famous
So the soothsayer told me that if I started a blog I would be famous by the end of the day Tuesday. Today is Wednesday, apparently I woke up famous. Here is my accounting of what my first day of fame was like. I have to say that it is pretty good being famous. Right…
Read MoreSandy quilting video
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XfKOJ619m4A?rel=0&w=560&h=349]
Read MoreSandy pushing needles
Sandy has been diligently quilting nonstop the last week. She is working on a commission piece and it is gorgeous! Of course, its a historical piece depicting a client’s family involvement in the changing of American history. I don’t know the whole story, but Sandy does so she can add to this post when she…
Read MoreI just want to make beautiful things even if nobody cares!
Hey! It’s me! I’m here! Can you hear me?
I’m an artist working in my studio all day everyday. When I’m not in there I’m thinking about when I will be there. I can’t sleep, find little time for laundry, and I never answer my phone. My friend tells me that total strangers will be interested in reading what I am writing right now…
Read MoreSandy working in her pottery studio
Take a peek over Sandy’s shoulder as she works on a large leaf platter. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDiJqeRrdp0&w=560&h=349]
Read MoreOH NO! KILN problems!
“It’s a near catastrophe! My kiln failed to fire yesterday I was doing a glaze firing on a full load. Everything in the kiln will be fine, but this means I cannot do another firing until the problem is sorted out….. my electrician is leaving for Mexico on Saturday….. I will need to get parts….. not looking good…
Read MoreThe Spring Art Show
Watch this slideshow of Sandy’s art. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gF2bOVI8uU&w=425&h=349]
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