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| Brynwood Needleworks - "Everlasting" Bird Blocks |
I admit I didn't spend much time in the studio today. Summer has arrived, and the temperatures were balmy and beautiful. The light breezes from yesterday persist today, and it looks like another perfect Wisconsin day has begun.
I did add the setting triangles to my completed bird blocks, so all I have to do is sit and sew them to the rest of the flower blocks, and then to the completed center. I've been thinking about the border treatment, and all I know so far is that I'll add another crow.
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| Brynwood Needleworks - Wee Crows Seven |
Let me explain that again, in case you
missed it before. I learned an English poem as a
kid, and it's stuck with me. It goes like this:
"One crow, sorrow
Two crows, joy
Three crows, a letter
Four crows, a boy
Five crows, silver
Six crows, gold
Seven crows, a secret never to be told."
I designed this poem as a sampler (Wee Crows Seven) in the 1990s, and I reflexively repeat it whenever I see a crow. So, with that in mind, you'll understand why I can't settle for only one on my quilt. I must add another, so I'm going to put it into the border. Beyond that, I'm still working on the design. Perhaps it needs a bluebird, too? We'll see.
If the weather stays nice, I'll likely be outside for a while. Then, I'm planning a little studio time over the rest of the weekend. I'll show you my progress on Monday.
The blocks are all so pretty.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great poem.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteThat poem is somewhere between a family legacy and a curse. I almost HAVE to repeat it every time I see a crow. sigh lol
xoxo
Donna
I love that poem - and very fitting that your quilt should have a second crow. That's a no-brainer I think! It's nice here right now too but I can't go outside for too long just yet - the trees aren't quite finished doing their 'spring thing' and it's funny how us humans seem to think breathing comfortably is important. Sigh.
ReplyDeleteHi Maggie:
DeleteI know, right? There will definitely be a second crow - even if it's tiny and hidden. I'm fortunate not to suffer with allergies, although I have many relatives - siblings and extended - who do. I feel for them and you. Sorry.
xoxo
Donna
Your blocks are beautiful Donna and I love the poem. Thank you for sharing your lovely needlework. Have a super weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear Debbie;
DeleteSame to you and yours.
xoxo
Donna
Love the new header you chose. The goofy dogs in the grass especially. The last vestiges of spring are here in Phoenix. The heat is ratcheting up too fast. Summer is my studio time so I am lining up projects like crazy. Most involve purple in some fashion or another. It’s my joy and peace color for sure. Going to use some of the gorgeous fabric I bought from you.
ReplyDeleteHi, Hon.
DeleteGoofy. You sure got that right! I was in Phoenix once in the summer (July, for a Mary Kay Sales Director Conference, when I was - you guessed it - a Sales Director). It was so hot that, as we stood outside the hotel waiting for our ride, a gathering of crickets were trying to get inside! Man, it was HOT, HOT! Dry heat, or humid like Florida, I'm not a fan. I spent most of the really hot FL weather in my studio, too. I can't wait to see what you make!
xoxo
Donna
PS. In case I never thanked you for your lovely card, please know how much I appreciate your thoughfulness and prayers. xoxo