I’ve already written this post once, but my mobile version of Blogger on my old iPhone 5s wouldn’t publish it. So, back to publishing on the laptop … for as long as that lasts. And ugh … I hate formatting on the PC … the mobile app was soooo much easier.
Anyway, in addition to the gift pot Deb Sposa sent, there was this beautiful bit of handwoven cloth …
Here’s the back story in Deb’s words:
“I found it at an estate sale at a gorgeous mountain home where the owners had collected amazing Southwestern flavored artworks including fiber pieces & western antiques. Not sure how old it is but I’m guessing at least 50 to 75 years old. The weave style looked Mexican or possibly Native American and I think it was used as a small book cover. I hope you will be able to find a use for it. Possibly bind your own book to put inside …”
Well that answered the question I had about the sewn-under ends …
And got me thinking how best to showcase it …
I liked the idea of a book, so I played with the idea of making pages out of used tea bags …
And then, recalling our trek to northern New Mexico last summer, I hit on the perfect idea: the petroglyphs that we saw in Santa Fe …
So now I’m playing with watercolors and gouache, trying to find the perfect combination …
As Rachel Maddow is wont to say, “Watch this space … “
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What a fabulous idea. I love the size of it. Handheld.
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Hi LA – what a thoughtful gift; and I love the way you are going about honouring it's background. Go well. B
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this book will be a treasure!
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Dee – small enough that I might actually get it done (as I roll my eyes thinking about the work needed to finish Moon Myth)Barry – Deb is a wonder … it's interesting how some folks in the ether know me as well (or better?) than some folks in the fleshMo – your Key Book sits overlooking my work nest … inspiration right at hand
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Every inch of this is fabulous! You landed on such a unique 'book' to tuck inside. I will be watching this space for sure, especially since it is so much more calming and beautiful that what Rachael shares! Ha. xo
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I was thinking check book cover….something they had back then…but i like your use for it much better~! i also need your address to send you something that might tie into who you are….or might be an astounding miss!stichr1@comcast.net
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Nancy – I hope the reality matches the vision … and yeah, what Rachel Maddow reveals is a dark underbelly that is far from calmingVicky – you have a good eye … I held up a checkbook to the cloth and it was a perfect match. And what an intriguing offer: \”something that might tie into who you are\” … thank you in advance for what will surely be an in-sight to self.
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Wow, lucky you! Your plans for a petroglyph book are perfect for this little woven gem. I will indeed, be watching this space, but then…I am always watching it.
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this would make a fabulous book cover, indeed !
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I'm thrilled Liz that you are already working it out. The teabag idea is so perfect with the petroglyths inside. I'm so glad it's being shared and enjoyed with all.xoxox
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Dana – Oh what fun watching your space will be with a new grandbaby on the way!Annick – I hope I can make a book worthy of the care that went to the making of this weavingDeb – Thank you again for this inspirational bit of woven cloth … and for planting the idea of making a book for it
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