sundancer

I have been reading Marilu Henners new book on Memory. Have you heard about it? I am even taking an online class on her website. Anyway, as I excavate memories from my life, I have decided to create a memory quilt. But I am going to do it out of wool. So far here is a a photo of my progress. I have so much more to add, but wanted to start documenting my progress.

Story behind the block:
* One of my first creative memories was when I was in first grade and we were to create a snowman out of cotton balls. Thus my love for snowmen.

* Marcel Marceau is one of my most favorite artists. I loved his little sailor suit jacket and his hat with the little flower on top. The hat on this snowman is more reminisant of a hat my Godfather use to wear. (He actually was the Tin Man in the Wizard of OZ. Remember him? Jack Haley?

* Dogs have always played an important role in my life. I loved to teach my first dog - Coa~Coa tricks and reward her with treats.

There are many more stitches to put on and I need to add the little parakeets which was a big part of my childhood.
Her name was Harlequin Hulabaloo. After she passed away, I got another one who looked just like her and I called her Deja' Vu.

Thanks for letting me share my memories and my project. I will post updates!

Cheers to Creativity!

jbening

What a wonderful and very ambition project. You are off to a great start.

Sallyjane

What a great beginning to a wonderful memory quilt.

sundancer

Hey thanks. Since posting I have done even a bit more. Can't wait to continue the process through wool and folk art. Your encouragement is so welcome!

jojosnana

Yes I remember your uncle we love the wizard of oz. I loved your story and your block.

mighty

So cute!!!!

LTeachergeorge

I am so glad you posted your wool block, but even more so hearing the background of your memories. Gets one to thinking... You are doing a great job on the quilt! Linda in Missouri

stitcherlady

How adorable. It's a great idea. Can't wait to see your future blocks.

Baloonatic

Your first one is great, wool really is the best for your project! Can't wait to see what else you come up with!

malega

That is so very cute.