Midsummer Garden

Once again, my front yard is a riot of colors from Impatients.  My secret:  I use Grow More Premium Orchid Food 20-20-20, they get a good drink when I first plant them in the spring.

My narrow back yard is a jumble of different plants and colors. 

I really enjoy my time spent in my little garden areas and always give thanks for San Diego's great weather.

The Big Reveal

After 16 weeks of color challenges, my quilt top is finally done.  It measures 46" x 46" and I am planning on having it professionally quilted.  I still can't believe I made 72 1" half square triangles for around the center star - WHAT WAS I THINKING?

I am very happy with it's bright and cheerful colors and I really stepped out of my comfort zone with this quilt.  It was a fun, fun challenge.

EDM #16

I'm still playing catch-up on Danny Gregory's daily art project, he's on #22 and I just finished #16.

Day 16:  draw your favorite tool

Kelly Green

This is the 16th and last challenge color selection.  I was lucky to find all of the green fabrics from the color charm swap that I was in.  It's not my favorite shade of green.

I am starting to sew my blocks together for the quilt front, it's looking really good.

Birthday Bash

Our home life is getting back to normal after celebrating July birthdays for Storm, Paige and Parris.  What a great 3 days we spent with our daughters and Parris.  HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

EDM #8

Wooden beads, metal trinkets and colorful strands of twine - I just had to buy this necklace about 25 years ago.  I used colored pens and colored pencils to illustrate it in my journal.

I have never worn it.

Day 8:  Draw your watch or other piece of jewelry

Remembering Chelsea

Last March my friend Michelle, my husband Storm and I participated in "Finish Chelsea's Run" - in honor of Chelsea King whose life ended way too soon.  Everyone was given sunflower seeds to plant in her memory.

I only planted 3 seeds in my small garden and all of them have grown to tall, vibrant flowers.  A beautiful tribute to Chelsea King.