Travel Musings
July 18th, 2008 by Simone 
I am in Missouri right now. My grandmother passed away in the Spring and the clan has gathered to sort through her treasures. My grandmother was an avid collector of many interesting things and a constant presence at the local auctions. I’m sure she’s having a grand time listening to all the laughter and stories in her house right now.
Here are some impressions of my stay. The cardinal and the puppy above are made out of cardboard. Did my uncles make them when they were boy scouts? Were they part of a kit?
Someone spent a lot of time on this embroidery. I think it was purchased as part of a lot at an auction. It’s amazing how much time we spend to create something that is eventually passed on to family or strangers.
An exhibit at the fair that is taking place this week.
What to do with leftover patterns? Paper the walls. This is the bathroom at the local coffee shop. My grandmother used patterns to wrap glassware. I’m sure there are many other decoupage ideas for this material.
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July 18th, 2008 at 9:32 am
Cool, Simone. Hope you continue to have a great trip!
July 18th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
the thing you did with the mirror is cool
July 18th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
the patterns on the wall is a great idea! I never thought about decoupaging with patterns!