Monday, July 4, 2016
Sicily in Gouache
I had started this painting several weeks ago, but lost my inspiration. Today I got that inspiration back, and decided to go heavy with the bold gouache. I then used Staedtler's Triplus Fineliner by Johanna Basford to outline everything. It turned out 'cartoonish' my family told me, but they liked it. Still trying to find my style, and this feels right so far. Sicily is a place I would like to visit someday because of my maternal heritage.
Knitting Icelandic Sweaters
Knitting is my most practical hobby, but also most expensive. It's been about 10 years since I taught myself, and I am quite proud of how far I have come. Here are two Icelandic sweaters for my upcoming vacation to Iceland.
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| Made with Alafoss Icelandic Wool-Kaela approves |
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| Knitted with Lion Brand Woolspun so it wasn't 'scratchy' for my daughter. |
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