Just a little July

 
July is chugging along. The latest heat wave is over. We can open windows and turn off the AC for a bit.  I can work in my sun room again too. The only drawback is that there is another Crow fledgling about assaulting my ears!
Above you can see photos of a purse I just finished.  It was a kit that I got many years ago but never got around to doing for reasons.
Reason number 1: I wasn't fond of the little square pattern.
Reason number 2: My Dad's 2nd wife gave it to me. It wasn't until after his passing and my walking away from her abuse that I was able to face it. Emotional states control creativity. Well at least for me.
I changed up the hooking pattern starting with the back and the front flap. I got bored so I started a stripe on the front. Got bored again and finished with the circle design on the front. The leather strap and clasp came with the kit and it is lined with fabric I had in my stash.

The original design is from the FishEye Sisters who used to do rug hooking patterns. They are onto something new now but equally appealing. Have a look!

I am busy whip stitching my Santa and the Man in the Moon rug. It should be done by next post.

 

Other things I am up to include cleaning up my studio so I can get started on my next projects.  I am also planning a trip to France in September to fill me up with inspiration!

Fill you in next time!

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