Play Date...

Kathy Van Kleeck was over again for a play date. Not only did we have a delicious lunch (Cynthia made Chicken Adobo with rice and Greg made banana bread and homemade fudge), but we got to play with some CopprClay afterwards. I really like Kathy. She makes good work, is straightforward, and extremely knowledgeable about fashion and good design. I come away with a head full of ideas after our visits! Not only did Kathy bring over lots of fun stories and a long list of links that I absolutely have to explore, but she also brought Cynthia and I a bagful of goodies – a plethora of beach glass and African recycled glass beads. I can't wait to make something with them.

I was also pleased with the visit, because I was able to make a lot of things. Sometimes I find the best way to motivate yourself to work is to surround yourself with other creative individuals. The studio can be a lonely place sometimes. Surrounding yourself with other artists who you respect and admire is a great way to stay fresh, test out ideas, and just have fun with.