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"I do believe in an everyday sort of magic...the inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like; the eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity; the whispered voice, the hidden presence, when we think we're alone." Charles de Lint

Friday, May 29, 2026

Found Project

I found this stitched/painted/doodled eucalyptus project from a while back and it reminded me what fun things are possible with free motion stitching. I love the wonky and wonderful shapes. 

I'm actually quite fond of it...so I'll add it to my list of things to try again. That list is getting pretty long. 

Somebody somewhere said: 
Grateful for where I'm at....excited about where I'm going.

Yup!


Speaking of cyanotype...I have 10 cards ready to go for the garden store and a few more in progress. Some are painted...some have just gold splatters....some have both...and a few are just simple prints.


Just a touch of gold on this one letting the vinegar blobs shine.


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  1. dotty seiter: now playingMay 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    Ten cards ready to go for the garden store already—TA DA! Your cards are show stoppers—I'm reminded of girls off to prom, girls who have natural beauty of their own and then know exactly what restrained touch of makeup or jewelry will set their beauty off to exquisite effect. You're really knocking these out of the park, MaryAnn.

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeMay 30, 2026 at 8:08 AM

      Thanks for the TA DA Dotty! And thanks for that image of getting ready for prom...it's the perfect way to think about it. Some just need a little something....and some are beautiful just the way they are. Yay!

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  2. Judy HartmanMay 30, 2026 at 9:53 AM

    I think your cyanotype cards are unique and beautiful, MaryAnn. I've done a bit of doodle stitching in the past and your eucalyptus free motion piece is making me want to try it again! It's a rainy, stormy day today, so a good day to stay in and make some art! Have a great day!

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeMay 30, 2026 at 11:07 AM

      Thanks for the thumbs up Judy! I know you're a stitcher...so hope you give it a try. I know I'm going to do more. Rainy here too...so I hope to get in the studio.

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  3. QuiltdivajulieMay 30, 2026 at 9:58 AM

    I love your stitched cards - all of them. And Dotty's comment is SPOT ON.

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  4. LouCMay 30, 2026 at 5:18 PM

    I love all three but the first two are magical for me with their touch of color. Color is my happy place. And, I love your new birdhouse which you shared yesterday. I’m looking forward to sprucing up my backyard after some needed tree work late next month to prevent damage to neighbors in our increasing winds. We’re due for a bit more sun this coming week but it comes with the ramped up winds.

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeMay 30, 2026 at 6:08 PM

      Thanks Louise! I love the painted ones too! Good luck with the work in your own backyard! Hope you get the sunshine!

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