Autumn skies are brewing...

Today's project...

Our bat house in the pines...

On the ground, treasures can be found...but I'm not eating them.

Leaves turning up their brilliant edges...

Today's weather calls for soul food!

Listing tonight...

I love the pattern of this scarf.

This one, in viscose, has a cooling effect.

A scarf like the flapper girls used to wear.

A simple scarf wrapped around the head, for a retro turban look, or for dancers, artists, free spirits...

A simple scarf/shawl in cranberry red, 100% cotton.

Super soft, with fluted edges.

Sales Fairy

Today I made a doll--not my usual thing, but it was a whole lot of fun. The EuropeanStreetTeam has a game going on where you buy someone's fairy for a marginal price, then list your own, so fairies are floating around Europe (hey, now if I could only turn myself into a fairy...). This one had a button by GlazedOver on her little purse, and one by IllyriaPottery on her dress. The one on her belt was made by myself.

Isn't she lovely?

We have some things in common--a love for strong colors, being out in nature, reading and traveling. Oh, and she likes good food and conversation. She's also good at sports, but you wouldn't know it by looking at her. And did I say she's a flirt? Hmmm, some people think so, but she's just naturally charming. Yes, she brings good luck!

Girl with a Chocolate Bolero

Photo, inspired by Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring', and his tendency to paint his subjects in strong shadow and natural light.

Story: last night I was visiting my niece, and as the sun was setting I quickly took these shots, not expecting anything to come of it. I didn't have my tripod with me, so I kept a steady hand. This photo spoke to me. Well, if you are working with natural talent, the rest is easy!

The Chocolate Bolero

'Sexy, ich wuerde Alles fuer Dich tun!' Okay, I won't translate that lyric--let's just say...

...my new chocolate bolero is hot off the griddle!

Toasty warm, when you aren't acting like an ape it falls gently to the lower back and protects the kidneys against arctic breezes..

You'll never take it off...listing tonight!

Oh Summer, where art thou...

Can't keep my model waiting...back to the drawing board...

A new free-fall?

A poet's bag? I'll be in the studio--old barn high up on stilts, near the roaring river in the mountains, close to a gurgling stream, sea not far, thermos of tea ready for a visit, you are invited, just bring the homemade cookies...banana bread is fine with me...

Fun Sporty Shrug

I decided to try something different today--a fun sporty shrug. This one is fleece lined in jersy, for a warm and cool effect...

I took these photos in the last of the day's light...twilight.

Shrugs are nice because they don't strangle you like some sweaters, and they can be worn over lighter fall and summer wear, extending the life of your wardrobe.

They are also elegant.

This one looks great with jeans.

What do you think? I'm open for critic, so hit me with it! :-)