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Minis!
I’ve been painting miniatures again, now that I have my D&D stuff and new paints. I went to the “paint and take” workshop at Strategicon over Memorial Day weekend and learned a lot of great techniques. As a result, I have a few dancing girls to show off. These are miniatures by Malifaux. I love […]
Ribbons!
The Para Sol took a blue ribbon at the county fair, and won 2nd Best in Class. Presentation: 8/10 General Appearance: 18/20 Design: 29/30 Workmanship: 39/40 Rating Total: 96/100 (The math is wrong– this should be a 94) Judge Recommendations: “Very pretty and creative.” Here’s me with my pretty parasol and its pretty ribbons! John […]
Para Sol: Complete!
The parasol is complete! I had to buy a new umbrella frame, because the one I originally bought was too small. Then I had to paint the new frame’s handle and tip… because they were blue. I added some lovely ribbons and bows, because why not? And a classy tag, because the new umbrella […]
Para sol near completion
I finished crocheting the parasol last night. I am now on washing, blocking, and installing it on the umbrella frame. It’s absolutely larger than the frame, even before blocking (which I expect will add about 30% to the overall size). But I may be able to make it work…. or get a larger golf umbrella […]