Using a tool in a new way

I was using my Fiskar's paw paper punch, with light and dark blue cardstock. With each punch, five, small ameba shaped paper debris littered my work space. At the end of my punching fiasco, I had a considerable amount of debris to pick up and throw away. But instead of throwing the scraps away, I found an innovative way to use them!

Following a (loose) rule of gluing down one light colored spot for every two dark spots, I was able to create a print like that of a lepoard's fur.

I love finding a new use for a tool. Not only do I feel like I've added a new wrinkle to my brain, but that creativity knows no limit!

Completed shorts and a sketch

I finished the shorts! The zipper got me a little down. I had to look over some zipper how to's. After an hour, I finally got the gist of it. Geez! The rest of the pattern was a breeze. I think I would make this pattern again, but lower the waist. At first I thought the 80's high waist might be interesting, but turns out it just doesn't feel "right". So, with shorts completed, I had enough time to sketch a portrait. It turned out alright. I'm happy with both projects--SUCCESS!

Sketches

These hot days are for staying inside. The humidity laden heat in this area is not kind to a desert rat like myself. While passing the time in the air conditioning, i've been sketching. I like to do portraits of people. My biggest emphasis has been on trying to capture a lively look in the eyes. Drawing eyes is very hard for me. I've actually gotten a little frustrated with my drawing not coming out to my standards, that i've but them to the side right now and am starting on a sewing project. I'm hoping that my sewing project will alleviate my frustration--that's the hope.