Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Stormy day

The view in my studio is a little darker today with the blowing snow outside.

I was slow getting going this morning lolling about with tea and a crossword, but I've been making up got it since. I finished the last bit of vacuuming, put in a wash, and put chicken bones on to simmer. I'll make soup for tomorrow nights supper in case my husband is headed home.

Just before lunch, I put together a few more pieces for the baby quilt.

I put in a strip of grey with the black and white dandelions to see if it will work. I think so.

Since lunch, I've been working on the borders for the tree. The sides are on. I'm still thinking about the top and bottom. I have a few more things to add, like some thin shrubs at the forefront, maybe a bit of lace and some white sparkly thread for frosty highlights.

I also took a few minutes to try out some chalk paint on a kitchen chair. It really does apply beautifully and all you need to do for prep is clean. I think though, that I may go back to an off white. Not sure yet.

Well, I'm going now to make tea and take a break.

 

4 comments:

Mystic Quilter said...

I must try some of this chalk paint - looks wonderful stuff. I love the side borders and top border for the tree but not 100% sure about the darker bottom border, I found it a little distracting and yet it picks up the colours on the tree beautifully. Glad you're busy in your studio - baby quilt looking good!

Laurel's Stitches said...

I agree with Mystic Quilter about the borders. Last night, I watched a couple of news clips about that system travelling through your part of the country. I hear you're going to get another system soon after this one leaves! Thank goodness for cosy studios! Your's has a beautiful window on the world.

I love the baby quilt colours and prints. It is very sweet looking.

Thanks for posting to TN&TN's WIP Wednesday!

Linda H said...

Holly, I love the baby quilt blocks! So sweet. And that tree is beautiful! Can't wait to see it once it's finished.

Mereknits said...

You are getting so much done, have fun.
Meredith