... Connie Williams! I used random.org to choose the winner, and out of 246 comments, it was #232. Congratulations, Connie. We are in Chicago now visiting our 1-month-old granddaughter, Kathleen, for the first time. (Oh, we're also visiting her parents and big brother!) When we return home in a few days I'll get the bird quilt in the mail. Connie, I hope you enjoy it!
Frankly, I have become a little bored with the collage and mixed media work that I used to love. I'm not sure if this is a passing thing, but I've decided not to force it and do what I like. And, for now, that seems to be knitting and cooking. (While neither activity is particularly good for the waistline, each does wonders for the soul!) Tonight, we are having crab cakes with roasted tomato remoulade sauce. Yum! And here are some booties I just finished knitting.
These are going to our brand new great niece. Our family is booming lately. First our 2 new grandbabies, and now a great niece and also a great nephew coming in March. The booties are pretty tiny — just over 3" long. I've already started another pair with larger needles just in case these are too small.
This week we are going to Chicago so we can finally see Kathleen Elisabeth (a.k.a. Kitty) who is now 3 weeks old. I can't wait to see her. Here are some photos I just received this week. The first 2 were taken within her first 24 hours, and the last 2 are from this past week.
Hello Kitty!
Sweet dreams!
I took this photo of grandson Bobby yesterday morning. Can you see his new teeth in that beautiful smile?
I want to thank all of you for the very kind comments and responses I've received for my One World One Heart giveway. I'm blown away by the number of comments I've received. I realized I forgot to tell you the size of the bird quilt. It is approximately 12" square.
Once again, I'm joining in the One World One Heart giveaway. Last year I made so many new online friends through this program that it was definitely worth it. As a matter of fact, last year's winner of my giveaway is now one of my dearest friends. Who cares if she lives in the Netherlands and I'm here in the USA? Art and friendship can transcend man-made boundaries and even oceans. So, here is my giveaway for this year.
I call it "Bird Quilt", but it is actually a wall hanging made of my handmade paper-fabric with fabric on the reverse side. I'll throw in a cute wire hanger with a heart in it and a couple of small clothespins to attach it. If you'd like a chance to win this bird quilt, just leave a comment to this post only. Be sure I can get in touch with you by leaving your e-mail address or the link to your blog. Leave your comment before 12 noon EST on February 11. I will randomly pick one winner from all the comments, and I'll announce the winner on this blog on February 12. (If you win, I will also contact you directly through your e-mail or blog. That's why it's important that you leave that information.)
Donata! Donata, you're the winner of my giveaway, "Haunted." Please send me your address, and I'll send you the book. Thanks to all who entered. I've made several new friends around the world as a result of OWOH, and it's been a fabulous experience.
It's Thursday, I know, but I just now had time to make a card for Wednesday Stamper. The theme is Valentine, and here is my entry. I'm playing with some new colors for me — Light Magenta and French Gray/Blue.
I hope you all have a very happy Valentine's Day. Treat yourself to something special today. Ciao!
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