A few things

Here is what my computer currently looks like. I love it, but hate being so dependent on it. I am told it is not as bad as it looks and should have it back soon. I borrowed one so that I could post a few things. I'll make it quick.

This is the only picture I took at last weekend's sale. Time got away from me and I didn't get a chance to take more. It was a great success. Lots of work, but we raised a lot of money for the school.

Tomorrow I will be spending the day with Amanda from Bread and Badger on 28th and Alberta.
If you are in the area, come say "hi".
I'm hoping to be back online next week, but in the meantime wanted to link to another show that I am happily a part of this month. I have a few marble balls and mosaics in the Sustainable Art Exhibit at the Onda Gallery in Lake Oswego. When I have more time online, I'll post a few pics. Until then have a great weekend!

Trillium in Bloom

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Friday May 8th

4:00-7:00 pm

Trillium Community Showcase - all ages

presentations, performances and food by
the Kids for Kenya, Why Not, Food and Garden, and Japanese Programs
Art Sale - of works by community members and students

7:00-9:00pm

Trillium Music Program Concert

student and alum performances
$5 at the door for ages 13 and over
under 13: free; must be accompanied by adults
Art Sale - of works by community members and students

Saturday May 9th

11:00am-3:00pm

Live Lightly - Trillium Sustainability Workshops

lighten your environmental impact/save $/have fun
workshops, presentations and more
Wind Turbines, Food Preservation, Composting, Bike Repair, World Water, Book Swap, etc.
geared toward older students and adults
food for sale
Art Sale - of works by community members and students

7:00-10:00pm

Trillium Gala-21 and over

$10 at the door
lots of great live music by Trillium parents and friends:
Diego Murphy & Ginkgo; River City Pipe Band;
Lord Master; Bad Assets
appetizers (by Papa G's Vegan Organic Deli), cash bar
Art Sale - of works by community members and students

Progress

Many months ago I posted this broken birdbath determined to finish it quickly, and post pics along the way. Time got away from me, and it has obviously not been the quick project I originally planned.
After my studio/room switch around, this project moved way up on the priority list. In the basement I had lots of workspace, and having a huge concrete birdbath sitting on a table was not such a big deal. My new room is a different story. I love the space, but it is lacking in flat work surfaces. I still have a ways to go, but since I've been spending nearly every waking moment getting ready for the art sale at the boy's school this weekend, it has been nice to be able to add a few pieces at a time. I have a new found respect for anyone who organizes art/craft shows on a regular basis. It is a lot of work! Thankfully this time next week I should have lots of time to finally check this off my list. I'll be back here soon with details about this weekend's sale for any Portlanders. Have a great Monday everyone!

Classes

Things have been busier than usual around here lately. Throw in some computer problems, and it makes for some difficult blogging. My classes at the DIY lounge have been filling up and have been really fun. I've also been teaching a recycled arts class at the boy's school this semester. Here are a few pictures from that class.
These are before grout. I'll post more pictures when they are finished.This one is hard to see in the picture, but was done completely by a small group of kids. They designed it, cut the glass, and glued all the glass themselves. I am so proud!!
This last one is my favorite. Maybe the most fun project I've ever worked on. It is huge, and made from all the plastic bits that can't be easily recycled. We collected caps and plastic pieces for a few weeks. We had so many extras, that I think there may be more of these in the works.
I'm working on getting all the class photos together on flickr. I'll post again when that is done. If you are interested in the DIY Lounge classes, check them out here. Gotta run, and get the grouting done while the sun is out.

Look who found the Easter baskets first!

Yes, that is chocolate on his mouth. Happy Easter everyone!

Spring Break

The kids have been out of school for the past two weeks, which explains why I haven't had a second to type. Last week we headed to Mt Hood for a ski day. It was the first time for both Mitchel and I. I was happy that I only wiped out once. Mitchel was fearless, and Mason barely came off the slopes long enough for me to even get a picture of him.
We spent a good part of the week making lots and lots of felt food for a special cousin's birthday. It was so fun, I had to force myself to stop long after the boys lost interest. There are tons of great tutorials on the internet. I just googled "felt food tutorials" and chose the ones I liked the best.
We've been getting ready for our second round of visitors later today, and a birthday party for my very favorite almost nine year old. I can't believe he's turning 9!
School resumes next week, and I am hoping to get in some work time. Until then, we will be here hanging out with the world's laziest dog.

Spring is here....

Spring is finally making an appearance around here.
Even if in little bits.
We've had the windows open, and the peas are growing.
We had our first campfire of the season,
and we attended a spring piano recital. If you would like to see an extra bit of springy check out my niece in all of her St. Patricks day cuteness.