Playing with paint

Playing with paint
abstract art

13 October 2011

My friend Jann

I met this lovely lady about 7 years ago, and because we were both a bit crazy, both loved painting , and liked "making stuff" we hit it off right away and became firm friends. I ended up teaching her embroidery stitches and in return I was rewarded with her bright and happy company. She is a very talented lady, and a very quick learner and meticulous in what she does.
a friend indeed
Recently Jann said she would like  to make a couple of quilts  with applique trucks on them and asked if she could come for a visit so I could "show her the ropes"
Well I now have a friend who is in love with visofix. Jann  is so happy to learn about it, and only needed to be shown once and was away. A cutting board, rotary cutter and ruler are next on her shopping list too.   I just love her enthusiasm for learning new things.

first block ready for hand stitching.
We did have a great few days, sewing, eating, talking, and of course much needed sleeping.... and did I mention eating.....oh and there were a couple of glasses of wine thrown in there too......
When we first met, and Jann discovered  my collection of fabric doll patterns she made these..

Jann's first attempt at CQ

I have Di coming to sew today, and another friend coming for the weekend, so I will never be lonely while I have friends like these.

7 comments:

  1. Shirley, thank you so much for sharing 'your friend' with us. She looks extremely enthusiastic about her crafting. I am sure you had a wonderful time, and that Jann will appreciate your help. I love her CQ bag, just exquisite. Have a lovely time stitching with Di. A little bit bleak here at the moment. Take care.

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  2. Oh, I wish I lived closer, Shirley! Jenn surely appears to be having a great time....how could she not!

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  3. How refreshing to have the company of someone who loves the things you love. Glad you had a nice time with Jann and hope we can all get together next time for real good ol' 'sew in'. Di. P.S. I love vleisofix too!!

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  4. Isn't it wonderful to have good friends with whom to create wonderful memories?!
    Jann's CQ is lovely!

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  5. What would we do without friends like this? There's nothing better than spending time with people of like minds. Enjoy your friendship!

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  6. And I am taking part in all from far away, Shirley, it is fun to read!

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  7. You really are lucky to have such nice friend, who share your hobby with you :)

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