February is Heart month at Heart Notes, but not in the usual sense... more inspiring responses to word for the year, upcoming workshop, I made a hat! and more
but not in the usual sense of romantic love and the commercialization of this concept. Instead, in February in our Creating Space community, and in my journal writing I am taking time to focus on compassion towards myself and others. I'm exploring ideas about unconditional love, creating space for love and self compassion, and self kindness as something that goes well beyond our usual ideas of self care. In this blog post Hearts Connecting I share a simple suggestion for opening our hearts and the effect it can have on us. Let me know what you think by hitting reply.
The words for the year keep coming! I received more inspiring words in response to my last Heart Notes. If you haven't chosen a word for this year it's not too late. And be sure to let me know your word by replying to this email. You can read Can I Have a
Word with You? to see the two words that underlie my word for this year.
Journaling for Design online class I will be teaching a class this February (online, so anyone can join in) called Journaling for Design. This 2 hour workshop is $50 US. and is almost full. Do you want to create designs that express your inner self? Designs that are meaningful? Would you like to use journaling to become unblocked, to get your creativity flowing again? You've come to the
right place! You can view the registration package here. Register today as spots are limited.
Keep reading for Artwork in Progress, Upcoming Classes and Events and more.
I made a hat!
Stay well and keep looking for those moments of joy. Thanks for reading and connecting. It means the world to me.
Warmly,
Meryl Cook Engagement by Design artist,author, speaker and facilitator. "Colour, texture, joy and self compassion" are the core principles of my business and life.
Booking now for 2023 Spots available for speaking, workshop and team building facilitation and custom designs for your conference or organization (in person or virtual).
February 14, 21 & 28, 11am to 2pm ART1274 Hollis Gallery I'll be doing my Artist on Duty shifts during these times. Feel free to drop by to say
hello if you are in the area.
February 22, 2023, 1-3 pm Eastern Journaling for Design online class through In The Studio Online. Registration is now open!
July 12 - October 7 Stories are Made Loop by Loop, exhibit at the Virginia Quilt Museum, curated by Susan Feller. Artists in this exhibit are Domenica Zara Queen, West Virginia, Cheryl Bollenbach, Tennessee, Terri Todd, Virginia, Karen Miller, Ontario, Canada, Meryl Cook, Nova Scotia, Canada, Mary Tayliegh Lopez, British Columbia,
Canada and Elizabeth Miller, Maine.
Work one to one with me Are you feeling burnt out and needing to reconnect with the joy you felt when you started your business, career or art practice? I help you find your joy and reach in and touch your creative soul. Book your One to One Creativity Connection Sessions today.
Creating Space"Creating Space has been a very liberating process for me. I realize my creative process doesn't have to be perfect. And, I have access to amazing creatives that I would never have access to otherwise." Merle
Here is one of the samples I've made in Fiona Duthie's Surface Design in Feltmaking class. It is done using painters masking tape to create a resist, then opening up the layers to create a tiled effect. Lots of possibilities for future projects!
I took Jean Haley's Winter Hat Hook Along and a photo of my hat is above. I hooked the band with all sorts of grey fabric and yarns - mostly recycled
and my hand spun. The top is a recycled boiled wool jacket and a button from an old sweater. It is lined with fabric from a velvet skirt that no longer fits. It was a lot of fun. We even had a hat parade! I highly recommend this class, so be sure to get on the wait list for the next time Jean offers it.
If you would like to own one of my fibre art creations, take a look at my gallery or contact me. Custom designs also available.
My taping sample from Fiona Duthie's Surface Design class.
