New book

I heard the postal carrier making alot of noise putting the mail in the box. She was cramming a book into the mailbox! It was much too large to fit, but somehow she managed. It's title, "Creating an Antique Look in Hand-Hooked rugs" by Cynthia Smesny Norwood.

I seem to have trouble acheiving the antique look with my rugs because my color choices are more vibrant. I like primary colors and the book says to avoid them when trying to make them look antique! I'm sure I will learn alot from reading it.

Some great pointers on dyeing. I am still learning in the dye pots. I guess you will always be learning though. This is one thing that doesn't for me seem to be proving "practice makes perfect". One reason is that wool is so expensive I hate to experiment much. I know that's how the experienced dyers come up with such beautiful colors, but until I can find a bolt of light colored wool at the thrift store, I will have to stick to formulas!

All I have to do varnish and "antique" the ironing board Santa. He's looking good. I hope to be able to finish him tomorrow. My sister's birthday is the 29th. That would be waaaayyy ahead of schedule for me! I'll show you when finished .

Bye for now...

Use what talents you possess;

the woods would be very

silent if no birds sang

except those that sang best.

Henry VanDyke

Peace, Sheri