A Sticky Situation...

I went out for a while this morning.  When I returned, I started stringing the inside tree...bookcase.

I like the right side. Not so happy with the left side so far.

The top branch looks too thick from straight on.  Needs more work.

When I got to this stage, Walter called.... Oops!  Not a good thing to pick up the phone with glue covered hands.

Don't suggest rubber gloves.  I was using some before he called and found it much easier to manipulate the string without them. 

I simply kept a wet paper towel close at all times and did a lot of wiping...

The supervisor sat in the chair next to me... Yes. I pulled up and extra chair just for him.

If I don't, he sits on the floor and meows mournfully until he gets his way.

He had a great time chasing the string.  I made sure that it was cut each time I put new on, so that he wouldn't stick to things.

Anyway, a good time was had by all...

I am going back to see what I can do about that thick branch over the door. 

See you tomorrow.

Fun With Strings.....

I had to do another coat of gesso this morning.  There were places where there were holes(lines) between the thread and the background.  I want a solid finish, so it was necessary and besides I had to coat the rest of the box.

Then I had to wait....And wait some more.  It seems like gesso takes longer to dry than regular paint.

Then I painted the whole box with a couple of coats of Trail Tan Ceramcoat.

Now I will sit and wait some more.....And more still....

After it is thoroughly dry, I will antique it with Brown Velvet Ceramcoat.  Watered down.

I am thinking of doing a bit more experimenting with the box before I am done, since it is not a gift or anything special.

Whilst waiting for the paint to dry, I was working on this.  I have the hat done and one sock....I should finish the other sock today.  It is for a friend's baby girl.

That's if I can get it away from Tessie.  She is thinking sleeping bag for one of her naps...

Remind me to take her on a tour of all of the beds in the house, to show her that she doesn't need a sleeping bag.

I am off to watch paint drying now...

OK.  I couldn't wait....Paint dry or not.  I antiqued it and then put just a touch of gold rub on wax to highlight....

I have a couple of other ideas.  Maybe tomorrow....

See you then!