Karen Eckmeier, in her studio located high above common ground on a quiet road in the quiet northwest corner of Connecticut, creates LOUD explosions of color! She has quilting fans all over the world and they just can't get enough of her or her loving encouragement. Why? Because her nature is peaceful and patient while her work pushes the simplistic to the limit through quilting techniques that are completely within reach of even a rank beginner yet offer a galaxy of possibility.
Layered Waves: A Fresh New Way to Quilt
is her latest book and within its covers you will find delightful projects. I love the classic Log Cabin done in Layered Waves which amuse and seduce! You will also find a design from yours truly in the form of a garden hat which Karen pieced and constructed from my pattern.The photo above was taken of Karen in her hilltop garden by her dear husband, Walter. Sorry, the flowers were added on as a birthday treat but new from Ambrosia Cottage is the kit for Raggedy Ribbonry Roses, below.
Have not totally abandoned the felting front as warmer weather approaches but would like to mention a new release by Candie Cooper. Her book Felted Jewelry: 20 Stylish Designs (Lark Jewelry Book)
is now available in paperback. Candie was co-editor with Terry Taylor who featured five of my designs in Designer Needle Felting: Contemporary Styles, Easy Techniques
which also came out in paperback this spring. A little more affordable and easier to tote!And now, what to listen to while kicking back and creating? Try checking out some of the audio books from Knitting Out Loud. Kathy says:
"I only record books I love, so it is hard to pick a favorite. Our new releases are Knitting Yarns and Spinning Tales
which has Meg Swansen reading her own essay (the narrator is knitter and Minn. Public Radio announcer Greta Cunningham), Wild Fibers Magazine: Five Years of Favorites
Linda Cortright travels the world to find interesting fiber animals: Himalayas, New Zealand, etc, and a new South Wind Through the Kitchen: The Best of Elizabeth David
a food memoir of Europe by Elizabeth David." 
Inspired? I hope so. Nothing better than fine friends, fine fiber and fine food!
Enjoy!
Lisa
2 comments:
n't wait to hear South Wind Through the Kitchen! The other two titles are great!
Dearest Lisa, hello!!!!! What would we do without creativity in our lives? I truly believe we would shrivel up and be no more. We were meant to create! How lovely are these charming items, and busy hands are happy hands! Thank you so much for coming to visit my blog. It is a thrill to be in this magazine....and I have to laugh. I am a very audacious but yet timid type of person. On the inside, I am bold and often take on ideas larger than my little 5'4 self. But once the mind is set, get out of the way! Hence, this magazine spread. I had originally wanted to write the story myself, but I was told it doesn't work that way......but that's fine. One day, I'll tell my own story in a book I hope to write.
Your kind words and presence are a blessing! Have an inspirational day! Anita
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