Design, create and manufacture happiness…
…one card at a time. I recently volunteered to make Easter cards for the elderly. I didn’t know how many I’d make – nor how I’d … Continue reading Design, create and manufacture happiness…
Category: Motivation
I had an interview
Recently I was interviewed by Joanne Banko, a colleague in the sewing and embroidery industry. At first I was intimidated – there are plenty of other people that are more talented and skilled. What information could I possibly share with her readers? It turns out, I found a few things to say and had a blast doing it. Joanne and I share similar goals. We aim to do our best in everything we do. I suspect that’s why we have worked together so well for many years. Please visit Joanne Banko’s blog to read the interview. It is quite a privilege … Continue reading I had an interview
Caught in a web
You’ve heard the saying, “caught in a web of lies.” Henry knows the phrase all too well. Truth be told…it started with one little white lie and … Continue reading Caught in a web
I got angry
I had a visceral reaction when I looked at the cement barricades. What disgusting, abhorrent, crude behavior. Someone spray painted obscenities on the cement barricades at ‘my’ LBJ National Grasslands. There were beer cans and other trash left in the … Continue reading I got angry
Do your very best
Here’s a preview of a project I finished this evening. I spray painted the tulle-like fabric and hand stitched beads to the embroidery design. Camera: Canon … Continue reading Do your very best
Unicorn Dreams Do Come True
The real title for this blog is: Do Your Best Every Time. At the end of the photo shoot, I asked if I could have my photo taken with our model. I’m not sure if you can sense it from … Continue reading Unicorn Dreams Do Come True
Day Job: Miniatures
I have the privilege of writing the last page of every issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery. The page is called “A Closer Look” and features my miniatures in unexpected settings – preferably related to machine embroidery. That, dear readers, … Continue reading Day Job: Miniatures
The Last Shot of the Day
This photo is my best from today. It was taken at Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Isle du Bois. It seems like there should be … Continue reading The Last Shot of the Day
A perfect foggy night
When it’s a cold and foggy night in January, most people are cozy and warm indoors. But for photographers, it’s the perfect opportunity to take photos! … Continue reading A perfect foggy night
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