Stop Being Perfect!
We all love to hear how well we are doing. Whether it is in our schoolwork or just behaving well during those dreaded family outings! Trying to be perfect constantly is hard work. Why should we strive for perfection in our art? Do we seek praise for our technical ability
Natures Imperfections
Happy surprise in my petunia’s. I have spent the spring befriending a small murder of crows that live in the trees around us, one in particular seems to enjoy my company. At our house we call him Dennis because he hops away with the peanuts I have tossed his way.
The Journey
Over the last two years I have purposely worked in a series based on the prompts that have come through. It has amazed me that by changing one or maybe two pieces of fabric from one quilt to the next, that it has driven a dramatic colour change over this
“The more I feel imperfect, the more I feel alive.”
Reflecting on the opposite of embracing imperfection, I find myself considering perfectionism. I’ve noticed that when I strive for absolute perfection in my art, it often leads to procrastination, a fear of making mistakes, and self-doubt. I recall when I was younger and experimenting with different art mediums. I had
Wind of change
In today’s uncertain world, “Wind of Change” evokes a sense of new possibilities and a shift toward a better future. Even A small single breeze can lead to great change.The song Wind of Change by Scorpions includes the line, “Where the children of tomorrow dream away in the wind of
Exciting Times!
Today we are beginning a new round of work with the overall theme: Create, Inspire, Connect. Our group, Cloth in Common is dedicated to creating work to inspire and connect with others. I have the honor of presenting the very first prompt for this round, and have decided on a
Windmills North Sea ’25
When we commissioned “wind of change” I thought a lot about the politicalsituation in the world. The outlook is not very positive. For our smallNetherlands, America is a major player on the world stage. Trust is declining onall fronts.Still, I was pleasantly surprised by the news that a few countries
Relentless Change
Everywhere, the Winds of Change stir the earth,shaping cities, shifting destinies, whispering stories of rise and fall. When I compare my home country with the Middle East,I see how swiftly these winds move—gentle breezes in some places, violent tempests in others. The discovery of oil brought immense wealth to the
Wind Chime Corridor
When the wind direction changes, many wind chimes make a sound at once and the wind passes through it. Japan people feel that the sound of wind chimes is cool, and hang them on the eaves of their houses in summer. In recent years, many wind chimes have been decorated
WINDS OF CHANGE
A Change I Did Not Ask For! I realize that changing something in your life can be a sign of growing or perhaps a way to survive. The changes in the world for reason I refuse to mention have really taken a toll on myself, my family, and even my
After the Darkest Night . . .
A recent struggle with depression inspired this take on Wind of Change