In My World

Snail #1 2 x 3.5" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Red, White & Blue Heart 4 x 5" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Ladybug Waving 3 x 4" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Kite 2 x 3.5" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Holly Leaves 3 pieces $2.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Holly Cluster 3.5 x 4" $1.50 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Hat Box 3 x 3" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Butterfly #2 2.5 x 3.5" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

This past February I was able to participate in my third Rail City Art Crawl.  It is one of my favourite local events and not to be missed . . . no matter what the weather is.  I was not able to get to all of the locations but I did my best in the amount of time I had. Our first stop was to Romantic Designs where we enjoyed watching the artists and trying our hand at a very cute make n take. Great artists at the STEAM Centre. There was so much to see at the Art Centre. So many artists and a photo booth at 465 Talbot Street. We actually helped create some art at the Midtown Tavern. Illumine was stunning as usual. We really enjoyed watching the blacksmith at Rail City Tourism. A chilly visit to the Railway Museum Don't miss the 2018 Rail City Arts Crawl  on February 23-24, 2018.

Harp 4.5 x 6.5" $2.50 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

I was sure I had seen this movie, but apparently I was wrong because I just watched it again the other day and recognized very little. Obviously I must have seen commercials or something. What a riot! It is full of excitement and danger and adventure . . . all ridiculously overplayed. Loved it! The race is on to find the lost ark and everybody wants it -- even Hitler. But who will find it first? You need something fun and silly to watch . . . watch this! Academy Awards, USA 1982 Won Best Art Direction-Set Decoration Norman Reynolds Leslie Dilley Michael Ford Best Sound Bill Varney Steve Maslow Gregg Landaker Roy Charman Best Film Editing Michael Kahn Best Effects, Visual Effects Richard Edlund Kit West Bruce Nicholson Joe Johnston Special Achievement Award f or sound effects editing. Ben Burtt Richard L. Anderson Nominated Best Picture Frank Marshall Best Director Steven Spielberg Best Cinematography Douglas Slocombe Best Music, Original Score John Williams

Cell Phone #2 1.5 x 4" $1.00 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Cell Phone #1 3.5 x 4.5" $1.50 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

I actually was able to set aside some time to scrapbook this month.  You can find the coyote paper piecing at  http://pamspaperpiecings.blogspot.ca/2016/09/coyote.html The cactus paper piecing is at  http://pamspaperpiecings.blogspot.ca/2016/09/cactus.html You can find the birthday cake paper piecing at  http://pamspaperpiecings.blogspot.ca/2016/09/birthday-cake-2.html I have several different tool paper piecings.  This paint brush is at  http://pamspaperpiecings.blogspot.ca/2016/07/paintbrush.html I finally figured out how to do a waterfall layout . . .   . . . and when you pull the tab on the left . . .

I'm pretty sure I made this comment when I reviewed Saving Private Ryan but I'll repeat it again.  I love Tom Hanks.  This was also the breakout movie for Michael Clarke Duncan, another actor I really admire. The story is about a simple, innocent black man, John Coffey, who is found guilty of raping and murdering two little girls and sentenced to death.  Coffey has a profound effect on the guards on death row, especially when they learn of his special gift which is a blessing to others and a curse to him. This movie is so moving that I dare you not to cry. Academy Awards, USA 2000 Nominated Best Picture David Valdes Frank Darabont Best Actor in a Supporting Role Michael Clarke Duncan Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published Frank Darabont Best Sound Robert J. Litt Elliot Tyson Michael Herbick Willie D. Burton

Sherrif's Badge 4" x 4.5" $1.50 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

Dog with Spots 3" x 4" $1.50 BUY May not be exactly as shown.  Each piecing is individually handmade.

I have not been to the  Nerd Te@s  store but my son works in Woodstock and he brought me a few packages of tea to try.  I just tried Apple Chai herbal tea and it is a delicious blend of apple, hibiscus, rosehip, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, black and white peppers, clove, and nutmeg.  It brews up as a delicious fragrant relaxing tea and I thoroughly enjoyed it.  It is caffeine free and high in antioxidants.  A 50g package sells for $8.00. I still have Orange Creamsicle Rooibos and Sweet Watermelon Oolong to try.  But which will I try first?  I think perhaps I'll have a cup of Orange Creamsicle while I read some interesting articles on their blog . Check this company out . . . online or in store.

Did you get nominated for the black & white photo challenge on Facebook.  I did . . . and it was fun. Here's the challenge: Seven days, seven black and white pictures that explain your life. BUT NO HUMANS, NO EXPLANATIONS. I was nominated by ___  for the 7 day challenge. I nominate ___  .