Dwell in Possibility

Emily Dickinson is a recent re-discovery for me.  I realize again that she was brilliant and deep and comical simultaneously. The "dwell in possibility" is from her.
So with snow on the way yet again, I am dwelling in its possibilities by squeezing out new white paint, both titanium and zinc.  I also have a new Strathmore journal with tan pages.
There are new possibilities in yarns for both weaving and knitting.

W E A V I N G TOOLS

Y A R N S

I've been weaving with cotton and wool on a hemp warp and have yet to decide on what I will do with the fabric.  The orange/red wool in all the photos was hand dyed here in Wisconsin from Wisconsin sheep.  It is a joy for me to be learning about different breeds and the kind of wool/yarn that they give us.  When I listen to the tall tales we knitters tell each other as we knit together at the yarn shop, I feel glad that I am able to walk over for this time with my comrades even when the wind outside is icy.

One way of staying warm during these exceedingly frigid days of Wisconsin winter has been to busy myself with yarn and creating my own warmth.  Below are wrist (or ankle) cuffs which can help to keep me cosy.

Changes

Somehow the "followers" portion of this blog has been deleted.
I am in the process of figuring out how I might change this blog

My life has recently changed with a move and my blog is
going to be UNDER CONSTRUCTION

THANK YOU FOR CHECKING THIS OUT
I appreciate the interest to my endeavors!!

Scenery, Spoons and Socks

near Viroqua, Wisconsin

I have been learning some new skills, specifically spoon carving and sock knitting.  I'm  also working on the weaving projects that have been on my loom for some time.  All of this has been very invigorating.  I'm trying to learn to play the ukulele as well. Who says retirement is boring!

Ramblin' by the Roadside

I've been out painting along the byways of rural Wisconsin and enjoying the changing weather and Autumn color of the fields of Vernon County. The area is quite full of rolling hills and valleys, dips and

dives, with views in every direction and a peaceful sort of atmosphere that is pleasant while it lasts. (Next time out I'll place the road on the left hand side of the page just for a change.)

Three from the Driftless

Farmhouse and creek near Towerville Wisconsin

Viroqua Wisconsin (view from my new balcony)

Avalanche, Wisconsin

The last month has brought many changes into my life.  A small town in Wisconsin's Driftless area has been calling to me and I have answered the call.  I am ( and have been) in the process of moving and though I have continued to sketch, the blog has taken a back seat.  I am hoping this  new venture will be a creative and life giving change.  I relish more open space, the slower pace and more opportunity for reaching friends (by walking) during the coming winter storms.