Not Ready for Winter

“Life Raft” Series

Chosen as entry in the Fantastic Fiber 2016 show in Paducah!

Canvas size: 6″ x 6″
Frame O.D. : 15″ x 15″

Mixed-media: gilding, acrylic paint, twigs, hand painted threads stitched over cotton gauze.

I have stitched here in hot, hot Phoenix for almost 18 years, and the thought of four seasons in Pennsylvania is always near the front of my thoughts. Now I am contemplating the trade off of those winters for these summers because I am moving to Ann Arbor, Michigan! We’ll see if I’m ready for Winter!

That little red square reminds me of the comfort of a warm fire on a very cold day.