art – Dinky on the Farm

Quilt in the Frame

My goal today was to find a quilt top and liner to put in my new quilt frame. This top was made from 6 inch blocks that I machine stitched together. I had so much material at one time I just put together block quilts. This one is child themed. It is a twin sizeContinue reading “Quilt in the Frame”

Cletabel Irvin

I am so excited. Look what I purchased today. Does anyone know this artist or are you familiar with her work? It just made me happy.

Hello

Hello friends. Sorry I have not posted in a while. I have been out of sorts and am trying to recoup. I am thinking about painting up needlepoint canvases and would like some expert opinions on what people are looking for. If you have comments or advice please give me some input.

The Last Supper

Our place is filled with treasures. This is the old shop. I have not truly investigated it and all of it’s belongings. We are thinking of making this a wood working shop. We will be clearing it out this weekend. Today’s story is about a treasure I found. My step-father was a lay-minister, prison minister,Continue reading “The Last Supper”

Sally Sells Seashells by the Seashore

I have a sister in law named Karen. She has her quest bathroom decorated in seashells. This year for Christmas I gave her some of my watercolor originals of shells and fish and coral. She was touched by the gift. At our age we both have everything in our house that we could imagine. WeContinue reading “Sally Sells Seashells by the Seashore”

Colors on a Pinwheel

As a child one of my favorite things to buy at the five and dime was a pinwheel. We did not have much money growing up. She did her best to find treasures that would make us smile. This was a special item I was allowed to purchase. I was a particular child. I likedContinue reading “Colors on a Pinwheel”

Art from the Right Brain

I am a predominantly left brain thinker but I have been known to take a stroll over to the right side. Here are some things I found in there. The first is an item I bought at our local high school art show. The girl has talent.