Started working on a new project, not sure where it will take me but I found this material in my stash and decided to machine embroider on it.  I think I'll do a wacky Alice in Wonderland theme.  Fabric is cotton with a billiant feel and glow.  I'll work on the Queen of hearts next.

I took this picture while on tour in Belfast, Ireland.  I just realized that on April 15, 2012 will mark the 100th year of the of the Titantic's tragic sinking..  As the picture remarks this was the last port of call for this ship.  On April 14, 1912 the ship struck an iceberg shortly before midnight.  2 hours and 40 minues later the ship was gone.  All the generations that never happened, something to think about.

Just had to put this on my blog.
Hand felted doll by Christine Benjamin.  For sale at Catus Gallery, Los Angeles

Going through some pictures and found this on taken in Dublin, Ireland.  Windows and doors can be interesting. 

It's been a rough couple of months.  My brother-in-law is very ill and we are all praying for his recovery. 
I have spent some time straightening up my sewing and work area.  I have  started a new project and will be trying to get back to posting on my blog more.  Hope all of you are staying well and getting ready for Spring!!  I know I am.

So much fun looking through some travel pictures.  I thought I'd share a couple more before moving on.  Above the Spanish Steps and a view of Rome. 

It's been a while since my last post.  Time just seems to get away and I have no idea where it goes.  I was looking through a few more travel pictures and remembering how lucky I am to have traveled to so many wonderful and exciting places.  These picture were taken while traveling through Italy.  Assisi, Italy was such a peaceful and beautiful place.  I thought I'd share a little of the village.

Picture of the small craft show my friend Linda and I did last week end, along with othere local artists.  We donated some  of the proceeds to our local marine lab here in Santa Cruz.  

It has been a while since I have posted.  We went to Waikiki for a little rest and relaxation.  We really enjoyed the warms sun and tropical breezes.  Good food and lots of walking back and forth to the beach.  We were there during the APEC(Asian Pacifice Economic Council), had 21 dignitaries visiting, hosted by President Obama.  Tight security, lots of road closures while they traveled back and forth to meetings but all in all we weren't effected.  As always we had a very restful vacation.  Shortly after getting back I got a cold and needed some down time to restore my energy.

Thanksgiving was here, I cooked the turkey and prepared our feast.  Now getting ready for the Christmas season----Another year almost at the end.

 Diamond Head ,  Rainbows, Waikiki Beach

Cold Brew at Yardhouse, Dinner at Duke's. 

Beautiful sunset on Waikiki beach.

A few more photos.

Amazing how old these temples have held up in time.  Almost unreal.