Sewing streak
I was inspired to do some sewing by this cute dress that I saw on instagram by lemonadeamsterdam. Within 24 hours, I sewed two dresses (the first two I’ve ever made) and a skirt for my six-year-old daughter. It’s great … Continued
String painting at school
This week, I had the opportunity to help lead the string painting project in my daughter’s Gr. 1 & 2 French Immersion class. The teacher was able to find everything we needed in the art supply room. We used an … Continued
Sometimes I pick up pods
I am–and have always been–the person picking up pods from the corner of the playground while others race around or jump rope. I am the mom arranging stones on the riverside while the other adults are…well…not knee deep in mud. … Continued
Clothes pin dolls
It’s spring break in British Columbia, and after a couple days spent around home, my daughter spent some extra time looking up at her Kindergarten Mobile we made last year. After work, I came home to find that she had … Continued
Delighting in spring
I love being able to take photos wherever I go now, though the quality is not as good as with our “real cameras.” I find it has never been easier to enjoy beautiful moments throughout the day, and never miss … Continued
Study in white 2
Nuances of ochre, fawn and sienna in these old papers, contrasted with whites, aged islands in an ice floe.
Spring hike
I couldn’t have enjoyed our first day of spring more than by taking my kids for a hike on a nearby trail. Once we are in the woods, things are peaceful (most of the time). I love hearing the sound … Continued
Study in white 1
Started a study in white: experimenting with different tints of my new favourite colour. Collage & acrylic on paper.
Visit to Vancouver Art Gallery: Edward Burtynsky
My husband and I got to go on a well-deserved excursion on Sunday to the Vancouver Art Gallery, compliments of his parents who were willing to spend the day hosting our kids. I had been looking forward to going to … Continued