Hi friends!
Ah, it feels like it has been so long.
After a glorious two weeks on the west coast (think 1500 year old redwoods, white caps pounding against the cliffsides, and a few
inspirational days in both Portland and San Fran), I’m back in my cozy little abode, doing my best to stay dry.
The next project post will be coming soon, but in the meantime I wanted to let you all in on a little exciting 52 Projects spin-off that’s brewing.
I’ve mentioned Wise Daughters Craft Market before. The incredible owner, Mary, gave me the table loom, lent me the basketry book, and has overall been a source of support and inspiration all year long.
Well, a few weeks ago Mary and I sat down to talk about turning 52 Projects into an exhibit, that will run this summer in the gallery/studio space based at her store.
To say I’m flattered and totally psyched is an understatement. But before I get too far into the planning, I was hoping to get your help.
We’ve decided to display just 12 projects, and I’m having a ridiculous time choosing which to profile. I’ve created different categories, tried to think about getting a balance of quirky projects and practical ones, projects that you could take a class for and ones you can do yourself, ones that take a while and ones that are easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy.
But, I still am undecided.
So! I’d love your feedback. Which projects (completed and yet to be done — check out the list here) would you profile if you were turning this blog into an exhibit?
Thanks friends!
Ginger Ale!! I’m still going to try it myself
Balm! That stuff is awesome — and so practical! I’ve been using it on my lips and it soothed the eczema on my fingers when nothing else (except corticosteroids!) would. I used it on Felix’s cheeks in the winter, even thought about using it on foot calluses… why not?! It’s fabulous. Thanks, Elizabeth!
Wow! I can just imagine the exhibit!
In answer to what ought to be shown, I notice that there are a lot of projects that are consumable – so maybe not those.
Here’s my quick list of thoughts:
- menstrual pads (could you imagine!? hanging from the ceiling!?)
- rag rug (strung up like a painting)
- place mats (same)
- the balms
- and, definitely, definitely, the washtub bass.
If you can spare the bike, the bike garden would be great as well.
Good luck! Great project(s)!
Helen
The sock monkeys must be present!
I’m totally fascinated by the food dehydrator, too. Rag rug. Washtub bass. Self-portrait.
I’d be happy to whip up some play dough for some saucy sculptures… Just sayin’…
Go Sista!
Oh yeah!!! Sock monkeys!!