Back Home and Ready to Tangle

Arrived home from Kennebunkport today. The weekend went by so fast, but it was great while it lasted. We shopped, ate seafood, and did some sightseeing along the coastline. I even got to get my toes in the water at the beach. We were lucky enough to meet Carolyn Mariano of “Les Chapeaux” in Kennebunkport. She has to be one of the friendliest, nicest shop owners I’ve ever met. We went in to look at hats and wound up staying for almost an hour. She went out of her way to make sure we knew where the best out of the way reataurants were and even printed out maps for us to get to some very scenic places we wouldn’t have known about otherwise. This was before we even decided to buy a hat (she makes them right there).  When we went back the next morning to pick up our hats I brought her a tile I did in the evening before with her logo on it to let her know how much we appreciated her Maine hospitality! This is Carolyn and the tile I did for her. If you’re ever in Kennebunkport make sure you stop by her shop (24 Ocean Ave) and say hello, she’ll make you feel right at home, like an old friend. You’ll love her, and her shop!

     

Vacationing in Maine

We arrived in Maine yesterday for a girls weekend away. Just chilled yesterday after getting settled in the cottage. Relaxed and did a tangle in the evening. Today we’re hitting the shops, going to our favorite place for seafood and then browsing through antique stores. Should be a great day!

Amanda Day – Challenge #67

I love how 5 year olds think. Who would have ever thought to name the earth. Chewie evidently feels a strong connection to Mother Earth. When I think of the earth I always think of nature, and since I always gravitate towards flowers I decided to make them the focus of my first tile and added color. My second tile is an older one, but the curves in the circle made me think of how the earth is constantly spinning.

       

Recycling and Tangling

I decided instead of buying a new drink cup that I’d just update the one I have. I took out the old paper liner, used it as a template and got busy tangling. Now my cup has a fresh new look that I love. I’m wondering what else I can update…Hmmmm.

An Evening Well Spent.

Time spent with friends and back home to tangle. A relaxing, enjoyable evening and something to show for it.

Laura’s Auras – Challenge #66

I was happy to see that Laura’s little boy is back home, and happy to see another challenge put up, although I wasn’t able to work on it until yesterday.

April has turned into a busy month and May looks to be just as busy. Then in June my sister and I head off to Ireland, and to say I’m excited would be an understatement. It’s a trip I’ve dreamed of for years. We’re going on a 13 day tour, then visiting friends of the family for a few days before heading home.

Back to tangling,  I did manage to do two tiles. In the first I used Sanibelle and Buttercup. The second I just went where my string took me and then drew the auras. I’m not sure if I like the second one, but it is what it is, and I like it a little better after shading it.

 

Thinking about Providence in the Fall

I’m seriously thinking about signing up for Rick and Maria’s Zentangle training in September. Attending Sandy Steen Bartholomew’s Untangle Retreat in March in Kennebunkport, Maine was amazing, and there’s so much more I want to learn. The training starts on my birthday, so it could be a very nice present to myself. I would love to eventually teach.

Early to Bed

I started my tangling early last evening and was actually in bed before 11 PM, a miracle for me. One of the patterns I used was Linda Cobbs, I’m not sure what it’s called, but it’s one I really like. The smaller pattern is Weed Topper by Cindy Angiel. I like the finished result.

Huggy Bear – Challenge #65

I didn’t think I’d have time to do this one, it’s been a busy week, but here it is.

It’s Finally Done!

It’s finally finished. I think I’m liking it a little more with the shading done.