A Bird’s Eye View

In my next life I would like to come back as a bird. Or maybe a tree. No. I think a bird would be more fun. Bird’s have beautiful feathers and sing thrilling tunes and fly around like they haven’t a care in the world. Yes, I would like to be a bird. Also, I like sunflower seeds.

We have one of those squirrel proof bird feeders in our backyard with sunflower seeds in it. If a squirrel grabs the bar around the feeder it begins twirling. And soon you have a flying squirrel! Don’t worry. The squirrels find plenty of sunflower seeds on the ground dropped by clumsy birds in their excitement over a free lunch.

For all of you who are as crazy about birds as I am, I have made this quilt, Birdland #17. It is a fused art quilt measuring 12″ x 12″ made with hand-dyed fabrics and threads and lovingly hand embroidered.  Click here if you are interested in adding Birdland #17 to your collection.

A Tree is a Haven

This summer I’ve discovered two bird’s nests in our backyard. One nest has been abandoned and is available for those interested in a home nestled in a thorning rose bush.

Another is located in a small tree and occupied by the House Finch family. The Finch family matriarch is very protective of her abode and gives me intense stares whenever I glance in their direction. I try to stay our of their neighborhood.

In honor of the House Finch family, I’ve made this quilt depicting their tree. It’s called Fine Line Tree #5.

Fine Line Tree #5 is a fused art quilt measuring 8″ x 10″. It is made with hand-dyed silk fabrics and cotton threads and lovingly hand embroidered. Click here if your are interested in adding this sweet little art quilt to your collection.

Summer Visitors

One of the delights of summer is the many visitors to our backyard. Birds sing me awake every morning (starting at about 4:00 a.m.!) They dash between the trees, swoop through the garden, and dance on the sunflowers.

Wrens occupy one of the birdhouses. For a tiny bird, they sure can belt out a long and tuneful song. And they are very protective of their territory, scolding me whenever I get near. In honor of the small but mighty wren, I’ve made this quilt Birdland #17.

Birdland #17 is a fused art quilt measuring 12″ x 12″. It is made with hand-dyed fabrics and threads and lovingly hand embroidered. Click here if your are interested in adding this fun little quilt to your collection.