Today is Maria Sibylla Merian's 366th birthday. Or, I suppose it would be if she were still alive. I have to thank Google for bringing this to my attention, otherwise I never would have been the wiser. Maria Merian is one of my all-time favorite artists. She was an illustrator during the enlightenment era, and her work focuses mostly on plants and insects. How fitting that I am currently working on some lovely little butterflies! I'm planning to make a little mobile out of them like this one.
Here's a progress pic...
They currently look a little too pastel-y for my taste, but I'm hoping that the black trim will change that. I'm just not that into pastel colors. Unfortunately I have a hard time finding mercerized cotton in more color variety from my local yarn shop. These would be so beautiful in a rich jewel tone! I suppose I should start ordering supplies online, but I really hate paying shipping charges.
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Hello Olivia, it is so good to meet you. I love finding new bloggers and getting in on the beginning of their blogging adventures. I have been blogging for just over a year and I have met the nicest people in blog-land. Please come visit and follow me back. I am your newest
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I am looking forward to seeing your finished butterfly mobile.
Hi Connie! Thank you so much for stopping by and for the lovely comment. Your blogs look like lots of fun. I especially like Crafty Home Cottage and look forward to picking up some inspiration from your work.
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