Today was the last day to enter the make-along. Thank you so much for participating. We got some really lovely entries and it was great fun for me to host. It was interesting to see all the different sorts of fiber art people chose. We had quilts and knitting and dolls and embroidery hoops and all kinds of things.
Tonight I put all the names of those who entered into a bowl and Charlie closed his eyes and chose a name. The winner is Melissa Crowe! This is kind of excellent because Melissa recommended the poem, too. Congratulations, Melissa. Here is a link to her blog post about what she made. Melissa, email me with your contact information and the package of vintage fabric will be in the mail to you shortly.
The truck came to pick up the chickens today. They were so much fun to have and I think we are all missing the poultry this evening. Their little coos and clucks and the way they snuggle in together in the evening on their roost. Bye, chickens!
Thank you so much for all your kind words about the book. I am beyond excited. Today I finished the third bird and the pattern and instructions for it. And I had my first talk with my editor, Elaine. We planned out what I need to bring to Colorado for the photo shoot in three weeks. I have lots to prepare, but it is fun stuff.
Thanks Abbyjane for the make-a-long. I really enjoyed it and found some great new people on flickr.
Will we be continueing???
I think chickens sound so comforting –
ooops – and congratulations to Melissa !
Hi Jodie,
This was a lot of fun. Maybe in the fall we can choose a new poem and do it again? I’d like that!
-abby
Congrats Melissa on winning the fabric! I loved your entry. Congrats Abby on your book! Your birds mesmerize me with their charm. This was lots of fun. I will be challenging myself with this idea again:) I’d be in for another round! (or should I say poem)!
I’m thrilled to be working with you, Abby!
Elaine
Thanks, Sarah!
Oh, yes, please host another make-along, Abby. I so wanted to join this one, and even got as far as making sketches, but life got in the way!
– Apol
Okay! Maybe we can come up with an idea together? I’d love to collaborate with you!
-abby