I finally had a bit of inspiration for my coffee theme AB (altered book).
The circles up the side are free hand cuts from security envelopes. The coffee image drove the repetition of the circles.
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I’ve been drinking WAY to much coffee lately. Not that I make a second pot at home for myself but I’ve been out and about and the coffee seems to be free-flowing. Jitters…shakes…good thing I wasn’t doing any fine motor things because I would have gotten a big old F in any of those.
The bonus to my coffee excess is that it got me thinking about an altered book I started many years ago. Seriously…years…ago….
This is by far my favorite page in this AB so far. The others all seem forced in comparison. I likely shouldn’t compare since I’ve really grown as an artist in the years since I started this project but it’s hard not to self-criticize.
The ad is from an old cookbook I tore apart. I love that it’s a little piece of history.
It’s been a whirlwind of activity around here since last week. I think the last time I’ve had two hours to rest during the day was when I was in the salon, last T Tuesday, getting my hair done.
I’ve been sewing like crazy. On both fabric…
And paper.
Of course, some painting as well.
In fact I have some spray painted goodies in the garage right now. Hopefully I’ll get everything done for Saturday. I have so many ideas now at the last minute for my craft sale. That’s the way it always works with me. I come down to the wire and my mind starts racing with new items to add to my table.
In addition to my “crafty crap”, as Mr. G so affectionately refers to it, I have these this on my list.
- a chapter to read for my bookclub tomorrow.
- finish A Wrinkle in Time for Big J’s “partners in reading” project….yes, I get homework too.
- mow the lawn…bagging it since there are so many leaves.
As well as the regular Tuesday stuff…knitting group, pesky household chores and visiting T Stands for Tuesday blogs.
What are you doing today?
After having to take a couple weeks off from Darcy’s challenge, I’m back with my…or shall we say…Maggie’s postcard and page.
Maggie continues to send her drawings or paintings to Thadeus.
She writes:
Thadeus-
Please let me know that you are alright. You haven’t responded to the letter I sent from my Aunt’s home. I had to skip my adventure to The Netherlands to care for the poor dear after her fall.
I am having a wonderful cup of coffee here in Istanbul. Next I am off to explore the Grand Market. I know it will be a feast for the senses.
Please write. Warmly- Maggie
So that’s why there was no postcard from the Netherlands.
*wink*
My page has a small “mug rug” and some stained shipping tags. Maggie must have found some fun things to send home at the Grand Bazaar.
The pocket is from a chunk of altered fabric given to me by Belinda Spiwak years ago. I think it adds just the right pop of color and texture.
I decided to drag out my coffee themed altered book over the weekend to try and get a few more pages done.
Here’s what I came up with…
When I decided to do this book I thought it would be a breeze.
I LOVE COFFEE. How hard could it be, right?!?
Apparently I like drinking my coffee, not creating art about it.
What a treat this morning, I got up and had a peaceful cup of coffee *all by myself*.
Then my sweet boy came with his gift he made at school. He’s been very patient this year and was able to keep the gift a secret. They made an accordian fold book with pockets that held all kinds of goodies. Coupons for chores, a funny poem, a recipe for love and a bag of tea.
Actually, I waited to open my gift from him and my little girl’s hand colored card until all 4 of us were present. Hubby cleaned up the kitchen this morning and is taking the kids to his folks house for a visit today. More peace and quiet… I think I’ll go workout, come home and shower then go play with some paints, glue and paper.
At my dear hubby’s prompting…I added steam to my coffee. It does look better.