Happy Halloween!

My fiance Matt and I carved pumpkins last night and roasted the seeds, instantly taking me back to childhood. I have so many fond memories of sitting on the back porch on a fall afternoon, with crisp maple leaves falling to the ground as I drew a face on my pumpkin. I love the pumpkin smell that explodes as you cut the top off, and the fantastic feel of slimy guts as you pull out the insides. I don't think I will ever get to old for pumpkin carving. I also look forward to roasting pumpkin seeds every year. I first recall tasting them many years ago in my Grandma's kitchen; a delicious salty snack. This year we roasted them with Cajun seasoning to add a little spice, and they were fantastic. So, I hope everyone has a wonderful Halloween weekend, and if you get trick-or-treaters, enjoy passing out the candy!

The path in my dream

I had a dream that I was walking on the beach, on a brick jetty, down a gentle slope. Miles of sand stretched out on either side of me, as if the whole earth were nothing but sand and water. And the waves came up, up over the beach, rushing across my path. Everything succumbed to water, but I continued down the path, letting the water crash against me and push me down. My destination an infinite distance, seeming to move farther and farther away. But still, I walked on, keeping my eye fixed ahead, traveling out into the water toward my unknown destination.

This is a sketch from my dream. I'd like to turn this idea into a drypoint print, and also a large oil painting.

New Folder

I made a new folder for an art application with a pocket for a CD.

Resume Folders

My job search was getting kind of stale and repetitive, so I started making some resume holders to send out to prospective employers. I used vintage handkerchiefs, napkins, tablecloths, hem-binding tape, canvas, and watercolor paper. I spent a lot of time hand-sewing (tedious - but worth it), and a little bit of time machine sewing. I really enjoyed making these, and I want to start using similar techniques to make other work.

Take a look!

I have new cards & prints available on Etsy. Visit my shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/christinefredendall