tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post1530494732298679216..comments2024-03-28T03:17:00.191-04:00Comments on Fibermania: Melody Johnsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08644269589363519294noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-61273562453214893472008-03-03T16:54:00.000-05:002008-03-03T16:54:00.000-05:00It reminds me of the song (I don't remember the ti...It reminds me of the song (I don't remember the title )but one line is "Do it anyway" Very few people see my quilts.The ones I do post online relly don't matter much and if someone doesn't like it thats ok. I make things because I need to. The product isn't relly that important to me its the process I enjoy.<BR/> PS Love your blog! Liz in oregonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-7401855741532287542008-03-01T16:09:00.000-05:002008-03-01T16:09:00.000-05:00Blogs are tricky. I don't have (or want) one. Se...Blogs are tricky. I don't have (or want) one. <BR/><BR/>See, it looks like life, it looks like sharing, it looks like we're making all these new friends, and I guess on some level we are 'connecting'. <BR/><BR/>But there's a big ol' bunch of (as one commenter put it) Creative Writing involved, and that involves serious editing. It's WRITING, it's not actual life, whole. Some folks (on both sides) can get tripped up by that.<BR/><BR/>What if 'whole life' starts being weighed and judged by its bloggability? Well, then the blog becomes a box. What if the edited blog life starts looking better than the blogger's 'whole life'? Does that make the (perfectly ordinary) cr*p even more annoying? Does the editing start to feel like lying? Performing?<BR/><BR/>It's more complicated than simply filling in a FREEE! blog outline and jumping on the bandwagon, for sure.<BR/><BR/>I really enjoy the blog, Mrs. Mel. But I do not for one moment think reading it (or meeting you a class situation) means I "know" you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-1201640909387192532008-03-01T15:26:00.000-05:002008-03-01T15:26:00.000-05:00You need to do what you need to do and I will enjo...You need to do what you need to do and I will enjoy reading your process "chats" on line. Your creative life is inspirational to others you may never meet and you and Dave are kind enough to share with the world. Imagine Peace and party on lady! Mary HelenMary Helenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11023156796788422282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-66977972277635053472008-03-01T13:45:00.000-05:002008-03-01T13:45:00.000-05:00Normally, I could respond to such philosophical th...Normally, I could respond to such philosophical thinking in-kind but this afternoon this is all too deep for me...so I'll just say that Super-Mel is still Mel and whatever you select to bring to your blog for whatever reasons you bring it should be cool first and foremost with you...Just keep bringing it though...I am a committed and dedicated reader of Fibermania!Karodahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12659789966973636488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-55882285607769552392008-03-01T12:48:00.000-05:002008-03-01T12:48:00.000-05:00What kind of art would I produce if NO ONE WOULD E...What kind of art would I produce if NO ONE WOULD EVER SEE IT BUT ME?<BR/><BR/>Dear Melody,<BR/>I don't have the answer to youre question but the egotistic site of me says ... I hop we won't find out.<BR/><BR/>Kind Regards,<BR/>Evy (from Holland)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-18332112525257218832008-03-01T12:44:00.000-05:002008-03-01T12:44:00.000-05:00It's kindof a "tree fell in the woods" question. ...It's kindof a "tree fell in the woods" question. Hmmmm.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13651213981994174520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-77082909942217072232008-03-01T11:13:00.000-05:002008-03-01T11:13:00.000-05:00Very interesting pondering. What kind of art would...Very interesting pondering. What kind of art would I produce if no one would ever see it but me?<BR/><BR/>I often wonder what kind of art would I produce if I didn't care about anyone else liking it but me? Maybe not at all...maybe if my ego were not invested, I would not have the urge to create at all. I might just be content to do mental constructs.<BR/><BR/>But if I weren't able to view the art created by others, I wonder if the wellspring of ideas that constantly decorate my mental landscape would dry up?Yarnartisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16789127509035920231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-54327422874497613202008-03-01T10:57:00.000-05:002008-03-01T10:57:00.000-05:00I think you should do whatever makes YOU happy! Yo...I think you should do whatever makes YOU happy! You are retired now right? I'll read whatever you write - if you don't write, just post an "I'm OK" to satisfy the curiosity! (You don't want total strangers to worry about you!!!)Mechellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00500067062666258470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-73376248539779592222008-03-01T10:32:00.000-05:002008-03-01T10:32:00.000-05:00for me it's kind of "I'm still alive" announcement...for me it's kind of "I'm still alive" announcement to my friends. I can't spend the time to call 20 people and tell them all the same story. I can blog and tell hundreds in a day. We all need the "keep in touch" thing. If you didn't blog I would be VERY worried that something had happened to you. As far as making art if you couldn't show it to anyone, that is very personal; some need feedback and applause, others just make art because they are driven to. I don't care what your reason is, just PLEASE keep in touch by writing your blog so we know you are OK.Exuberantcolor/Wanda S Hansonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00064308660138307797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-65097083322660483642008-03-01T10:14:00.000-05:002008-03-01T10:14:00.000-05:00Mel, I love your blog just the way you do it.Mel, I love your blog just the way you do it.Everything Rosyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04844751656267940988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-10561923216234274632008-03-01T10:06:00.000-05:002008-03-01T10:06:00.000-05:00First, let me comment on your quote- I have that p...First, let me comment on your quote- I have that printed out and hanging on my wall in the studio. It's pretty much been my life's mantra. I also have MLK Jr's "Our Lives Begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." Now, I know he meant that in a much deeper context however, your art matters to you so DO NOT become silent about it. And YOU obviously matter to many of us....ergo.....<BR/><BR/>KEEP WRITING!!!!!<BR/><BR/>Hugs, teri in (STILL) snowy MIAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-26917080745116878842008-03-01T09:52:00.001-05:002008-03-01T09:52:00.001-05:00I view that meme thing as an annoying chain letter...I view that meme thing as an annoying chain letter. Why shame friends to do something (out of guilt?) just because a chain letter told them to? It's kinda like inviting them to a home Tupperware party where they feel obligated to buy something they don't need.<BR/><BR/>I've started blogging a bit as part of our Etsy Street Team. I enjoy it. To me it's a great substitute for Saturday morning get-togethers with fellow artists and peers to discuss art and life. Not everyone is lucky enough to live near a group such as our online "support group", so blogs help with art support. <BR/><BR/>Please keep up your good works for us readers and friends.<BR/><BR/>Twinnie SusanGreat Circle Etsy Teamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15426826326331418622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-81811643388127500062008-03-01T09:52:00.000-05:002008-03-01T09:52:00.000-05:00I like to think of you as a person who does what t...I like to think of you as a person who does what they love every day, be it creating a quilt, or cooking or knitting or reading a book or seeing a movie, or exploring your new locale or whatever. <BR/>Keep on blogging your life. I love your no whine zone and the great images you post even those of your foot covered in a newly knitted sock. :) you add to my day.Juanita Yeagerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15692527021231149220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-75076001277172975492008-03-01T09:19:00.000-05:002008-03-01T09:19:00.000-05:00Melody,I wonder if you happened to hear the interv...Melody,<BR/><BR/>I wonder if you happened to hear the interview with VanCliburn on NPR this morning? He had some very interesting things to say on the "art" for yourself, and the "art" that needs to say something to the audience. I think that both may be important.<BR/><BR/>April in upstate NYapril in upsate nyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11621666644089013234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-5604760332197729292008-03-01T08:25:00.000-05:002008-03-01T08:25:00.000-05:00Melody, Please just keep posting the way you have!...Melody, Please just keep posting the way you have! I get such inspiration from seeing your work. Personally, I love reading the blogs of other fiber artists to learn, enjoy and appreciate their work, and to help me understand that I am a part of this creative process. Through posts on your blog, I learned that just fusing, not stitching is okay! I'm relatively new to art quilting, and don't know all the ins and outs. And every time I see your latest project, it makes me smile becaues your colors are soooooo fabulous! Anyway, just wanted you to know you are greatly appreciated!<BR/><BR/>JudyJudy Sall Fiber Arthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05172226619205640720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-11471810768401330812008-03-01T07:59:00.000-05:002008-03-01T07:59:00.000-05:00Having met you, I know why I love your blog and it...Having met you, I know why I love your blog and it's because it is you. It's like stopping by to visit while you take me on a tour of your garden, offer me something to eat, and tell me exactly how to complete one of your projects. If I lived next door to you I would be just like Ethel... over at Lucy's! That is what your blog is to me. I'm just going to drop by Lucy's (you're better than Lucy because you are funny and knowledgeable.) I would like you to live on one side, Tommy on the other and Dee across the street. What a great neighborhood and I kind of have that through the internet.... almost.Cindrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04431097470438458872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-6296826251644969492008-03-01T07:28:00.000-05:002008-03-01T07:28:00.000-05:00I didn't write a blog for ages despite loads of en...I didn't write a blog for ages despite loads of encouragement. I was afraid that any idea or concept I wrote down, I would be committed to complete. <BR/>It makes me refine my ideas before I put pen to paper (or in this case fingers to keyboard). <BR/>I don't feel the need to create for my blog, but I do feel the need to write 'something', to give something. On those days I probably bore people to death. I remember the dire posts whilst I was redecorating which was literally getting my readers to watch paint dry.....<BR/>We should be the masters of our blogs, not it's servant.Featheronawire Sally Bramaldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12724148087746233712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-36653406499847015102008-03-01T07:02:00.000-05:002008-03-01T07:02:00.000-05:00Hi Mel, I don't comment often, but I do read your ...Hi Mel, I don't comment often, but I do read your blog and have been for years. <BR/><BR/>I can identify with your question as I have asked myself the same thing at times. Am I creating for my blog or myself?<BR/><BR/>I now think that I am creating for myself, but a motivator to complete things is my blog and the readers and feedback through comments. <BR/><BR/>It used to be a powerful motivator, but with my recent move and change into a more pressurised job, I've had to let the blog go a little bit. Though I'm sure it will surge again as I really do love the connectivity my blog brings me.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, good question.... but please don't turn into a creative hermit over it. I'd miss you very much. <BR/><BR/>Go in what ever creative direction you want. I'll still read.Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03293118986621010393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9291442.post-21197277302201471332008-03-01T06:47:00.000-05:002008-03-01T06:47:00.000-05:00I've shied away from the meme-thing myself because...I've shied away from the meme-thing myself because the idea of writing 7 interesting things about myself kicks the LIE machine into overdrive. Oops, I meant to say the CREATIVE WRITING machine.<BR/><BR/>For the most part, people's day to day is not great blog-fodder but BS is easier to come by for some. I think the web is rife with it.<BR/> I enjoy your day-2-day because you do and convey it in your writing.<BR/> <BR/>your art? Are you kidding? I can't imagine you spend much time thinking about your audience once you pick up a needle or pair of scissors.Deb Lacativahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03037530669295128974noreply@blogger.com