Like the Others

I remember the workbooks that were in pre-school and perhaps even in kindergarten.  There were sheets of images and the child had to circle the ones that were not like the others.  That’s where I am at today with Luella’s blanket.

Luella’s mom cut up some infant clothes for this blanket.  Clothes with labels for 6 months or even 12 months . . . there is not much fabric that is not caught up in seams.  I think my target is a piece of cloth that is 8 inches.  Those would be the items of clothing that has the cute saying on it and those items with colorful designs.  I have decided those items that are smaller than 8 inches will need to be made “like the others.”

Realizing that I tend to overthink my threads and fuzz . . . I needed a break this afternoon.  Laying some items out on my church tables and giving them a glance once in awhile, may help my process.  Seriously, what does a four year old know about harmonious quilt techniques!  Seeing as how the mother wouldn’t know how to thread a needle . . . I will go with my instincts. 

I found a ditty in a junk piece of mail that I thought was worth finding its way into my letter box.  The word fail – F.A.I.L. – “First Attempt in Learning.”  The word end – E.N.D. – “Effort Never Dies.”  The word no – N.O. – “Next Opportunity.”

Clouds may be the ticket for today, but my studio allows me to feel sunny.

That is about all the wisdom I have to impart today.