There was plenty of noise outside tonight with birds screeching in the tree. I wandered outside to photograph them and only managed this one shot before the battery died in the camera. Note to self : recharge the camera after each expedition.
I have actually been on several outings lately and haven't downloaded the photos (it takes such a long time) so I will probably show the rest later in the week.
This tapestry cushion was actually finished weeks ago but I never bought fibre fill for the stuffing until last week and then took a really long time to find the time and place to photograph it.
I actually stopped on the way home through the hills on the side of the road , after visiting the Tickle Tank (yes you can marvel at the name, but you will marvel more at the ingenuity of the owners that live in the tank. But that is a story for another day, as I have too many pictures to show you)
Isn't this a beautiful tree? Peeling bark and surrounded by snowy white blossoms. i should have snapped a shot a la natural - Without the glaring intrusive colours of the cushion. That blue really stands out!
The tapestry was originally a framed picture completed by my friend Pam. She had grown tired of it and was going to give it to an op shop but instead I snapped it up, ripped it out of the frame and then proceeded to add a lacy crochet border. This is the best kind of recycling,,, a quality product to start with and minimal effort on my behalf. I know that I would not willingly choose to spend the hours to complete the tapestry and finish it in this life time!
See you next at the Tickle Tank!
Again; beautiful cushion, wonderful pics!
ReplyDeletesorry to take so long to reply I think I read your comment originally on my phone and didnt get back to answer OOps. Thanks for the comments. Ive been sick for a few days but should be getting back into the swing of things soon, Cheers
DeleteLove your cushion....I love the pretty lacey edging. Lucky you for 'snatching' it from the hands of your friend. I would have thought you would be the first stop off point before the op shop! It does look a picture set against the tonal greys of the gum tree.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim, I know if this had fallen into your lap it would have received far more elaborate treatment. I have another tapestry that needs some attention (op shopped) Maybe I will give it the Kim Magic touch
DeleteHi Monique,
ReplyDeleteDoes your friend Pam actually know what happened to her work of art? Would she like it? You made a paster piece once more. And I agree: SO much more fun if it falls into your lap and you just have to do the finishing touch. I think you and I are very kindred souls when it comes to this, aren't we?
I did show Pam a photo but forgot to briing her creation to craft when I went last week, i thought I would offer the cushion back. (It really is all her hard work)
DeleteI'm glad you stopped your friend and changed her work into something beautiful for the house. Looks like spring is popping up everywhere there!!
ReplyDeleteYep spring and hay fever and every virus under the sun. Can you tell I've been under the weather. haven't been near the computer for days, just getting reacquainted with Mr tissue! Almost back to normal. Hope all is well in your neck of the woods
DeleteBeautiful work!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping and taking the time to comment, it is always nice to have new visitors. Please come again soon and I will try to reciprocate this week as well. Cheers Monique
DeleteGreat and wonderful work! Modern tapestry! Big compliment! And I love the gum tree :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for coming past for a visit. I found out last week that the tapestry was made when my friend was 18 years old (That must be some 40 years ago) or maybe it was made 18 years ago. Either way It is so well preserved having been under glass. Everything that is old is new again!
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