Photography
Everything in the garden is a full month behind this spring– due to the cold weather patterns this year. (We had 8 inches of snow on May 6th.) The cherry trees just bloomed this week. A sight for sore eyes! I hope you get a little time to enjoy the flowers this weekend! Happy Gardening,…
Minnesota and more
If it weren’t May, I would have been happy to step outside yesterday and find a beautiful coat of snow on all the trees… The blue sky was gorgeous–looks like spring light… The problem is, I’d rather be at the garden center buying annuals, not salt for my driveway! Please send warm wishes our way…
Minnesota and more
Photography
Welcome March! There is a perceptible change in light and mood here in Minnesota. There have been reports of birds chirping again, occasional wisps of warmish air, and a slight spring in everyone’s step. I thought I’d hasten the process with a few pink tulips–a reminder that spring is almost here… We have bushels of…
Photography
Minnesota
The Minneapolis area was blanketed with 16 inches of beautiful snow that fell yesterday and last night. Everything looks so pretty with a layer of white glitter… I think most people (and dogs) welcome the snow-especially the first snowfall of the season. It means sledding, snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling… and best of all-SCHOOL CLOSINGS!
Machine Quilting Quick Tips
Today, I am decorating the house with our collection of Christmas candles, figurines, Santas and snowmen. I have several red and green small quilts that I use as a base for my collections. They add a bright “pop” of color… and protect the wood from scratches… Some of the quilts are “free form” doodles…like the…
