Out Like a Lamb . .

Well sort of.  It's a  beautiful day today, but the weekend was another story: cold and blustery, mostly.  With lots of rain.  Several roads had to be closed as creeks and rivers overflowed.  Again. I've never seen so many trees falling down either.  Winter just doesn't seem to want to go without a fight.  I've been enjoying the daffodils for weeks now.  Little bunches brought inside to remind us of Spring!  So pretty and cheerful, scattered here and there.  These are in the hallway.  I float on the scent of their perfume everytime I pass by.

Meanwhile, outside, bunnies are creeping out from underneath the bushes and the robins have returned, a sure sign of a seasonal shift.  In fact, right this minute, I am sitting here with the backdoor wide open for the first time in months.  The fresh air is wonderful. (Even made a new blog banner to celebrate.)  Tweet  Tweet. 

For most of the winter, I sort of took over this corner of the "playroom" to work on my new art project.  I love decoupage, and  woke up one morning with an irresistible urge to cut and paste...and this quest took me far and wide with endless possibilities.

But, in the end...it was embroidery transfers that captured my heart.  What else?  I love them so.  Most are between 50-75 years old, some even older.  I only used those that were already cut up or used, or beyond repair.   I like that these old vintage treasures will be preserved in a new way to celebrate their goodness.  These (above) were the first pieces I did.  They take quite a bit of time to do, but I find the process very relaxing especially with the {French} Baguette Quartette serenading and guiding my mood with Fleur de Paris and La vie en Rose. (Listen here).  Personally, I find this music transforming, even when a storm is raging outside.  It just seems to ooze sunshine and happiness that overflows onto the canvas here.

Each art piece is unique and carries a theme all its own, depending on the combined designs used. I've got more  in various stages of completion and may try and sell a few.  At the moment though, I just can't bare to part with them.  I'm thinking of hanging them en masse on a large wall over here in PatternBee headquarters--that little room at the back of my house.  Wouldn't that be grand? 

Comments

[Vee]

What a unique piece of art the vintage embroidery patterns make. I'm smiling at the charm of them. March came in like a lamb and out like a lion here. Topsy-turvy weather to be sure. Hope that the pendulum is about to settle on without all these wide swings.

[Vee]

settle on? okay, it's late, I'm tired. I don't think "on" is supposed to be there at all...

[Teresa Kasner]

Love the glimpse into your work room and the new art you have created. I visited your shop again, I'd love some cupcakes.. might go back and look again.
((hugs)), Teresa :-)

[leslie]

GLad spring has finally come for you. Love the new birdie banner. Your decoupage are really cute and unique!

[Carrie]

How lovely! And what a wonderful way to use old transfers!

[Mrs.T]

What a wonderful, unique way to use those old embroidery transfers. I have a tin full of them and there are many that are cut or torn. Although I have used many, there are others I will never use. This would be the perfect way to display them. Thank you for sharing! And I love the new banner too!

[Dawn]

Happy Spring, dear ~vicki!
What a perfect way to use the transfers!
Love your spring look here!
Always a treat to visit you...

[Bernadine C]

The decoupage'd patterns are so cute. They would be great in a sewing room or bedroom. Thanks for sharing. Bernie

[Lavon White]

As always, Vicki, I love, love everything. Enjoy your spring.

[Bonnie@WhatAboutPie]

Oh how sweet those are!! I love vintage embroidery patterns!! Just love 'em! You did a fantastic job combining them into art!