Wise Old Owl

Sat there just long enough for me to take the photo

“A wise old owl lived in an oak;
The more he saw the less he spoke;
The less he spoke the more he heard:
Why can't we all be like that bird?” 

    

         ― Edward Hersey Richards

A Visit to the Local Farmer's Market

Quilted Triangle Pouch

An easy project to sew by machine and a little bit of  hand stitching. This little quilted triangle pouch measures approximately 3 1/2 inches. It closes by folding in on itself by pulling the leather drawstring, no zippers, snaps or buttons.

I used double sided pre-quilted fabric from my stash, a ceramic bead and leather for the tie closure.

If you'd like to make your own, you can check out bookhou on her channel here. She provides a free downloadable template and a video tutorial on how to hand stitch this sweet little pouch.

Great for coins, notions or any small items you may have.
 

Stationery Day

I just learned that there is a Stationery Store Day, celebrated each year on the first Saturday in August throughout the United States and around the world! This site here has a list of officially vetted stationery shops from all over the WORLD.

I also learned that there is a World Stationery Day, coming up on April 28, 2027. It’s an international celebration, and you can read more about it here.

“World Stationery Day celebrates the enduring power and charm of writing tools every last Wednesday of April. This day encourages us to appreciate the pens, paper, and various supplies that facilitate communication and creativity. Rediscover the joy of handwritten notes, journaling, or sketching, and explore the vast world of stationery.”
— National Today

I love stationery! I always have. Ever since I was a kid, I looked forward to the first day of school. I would receive my allowance and head off to Woolworths all by myself to purchase my school supplies—new notebooks, paper, pens, pencils, and a pencil case.

Looking back, I realize that’s where my love of stationery began! There was just something so exciting about choosing those fresh notebooks, colorful pens, and brand-new supplies. Even today, stationery brings back that same little spark of joy.
 

Treasure Finds

 

I was out treasure hunting and look at these fascinating items I found! I don't know anything about them other than they appear to be handcrafted. I also found two interesting books that I couldn't pass up, which I'll post separately.

Below is a short slide video of these  handcrafted gems for a closer look:

Music: pixabay: Silent Waters, Captain_Sleepy 

Treasure Hunting...See what I found

Here are the two books that I just couldn't leave behind and brought home from my treasure hunt.

DANCING COLORS  PATHS OF NATIVE AMERICAN WOMEN ~ Published 1992

SEVEN ARROWS by HYEMEYOHSTS STORM
 Copyright 1972

Below are two video flip throughs of the books... 

Music:pixabay; Dreamwalker's Path; Captain_Sleepy/Sacred Earth Dreams; Captain_Sleepy 

Chunky Travel Junk Journal

This Chunky Travel Junk Journal measures approximately 4" x 6".

Variety of vintage ephemera with a combination of Tim Holtz papers was used.

Filled with lots of pockets, tags, tabs and space for journaling.

Below is a short video clip:

 (Music: Spatial Awareness-Charlie White)