Hi everyone. It's been some time since I last published a Ramble. Life tends to get in the way. After three weeks of on and off labour my granddaughter will be born on Sunday, if she doesn't get her act together sooner. Her mom has been a real trooper through all of this but it's been a busy and stressful time for all of us. I must say, while my Steem posts have suffered, it has been nice to spend so much time with my grandsons.
I don't know if it's because it's summer time or the price of Steem but people in general aren't posting as often. I'm glad to see that the needlework community is growing and posting regularly.
I'm not sure if many of you are aware of the show I've been doing with 
Even during my "break" I've been keeping up with posts and promoting our community when ever I get the chance. If you'd like to know how to polish your posts and understand what catches our eye then don't miss our show. If you aren't on Discord, follow 
@stef1's beautiful painting was inspired by her time spent with her children at the botanical garden. What I love most about this post is the photos of her artistic process. I'm always amazed by the various ways that artists approach their craft. Beautiful work @stef1!
@vliet's progress on her amazing Irish Crochet dress. This post shows us how her various motifs will come together to create this one of a kind garment. She shares her challenges and her determination to finish this project, even after being offered money to go buy one "just like it". Frankly, I don't think she'd ever find a dress as amazing as this will be. Super work @vliet!
@bearone has approached her tutorial for this poured acrylic art. She is prepping us with all the details of what materials we will need and how to prepare to begin and then makes us wait for the next post. She hasn't even included a photo of what our finished piece may look like. I love the anticipation. Thanks @bearone!
@barracudadiaries has worked hard to finish this embroidered picture of her friend's camper in time for her 50th birthday. She included some new stitches she's learning and her process to create this sweet framed piece of art. Everyone needs a thoughtful friend like this. Great work @barracudadiaries!
@gmuxx is "flexing his drawing muscles" in this humorous and instructive post. He's drawing Glory, the infamous "wild" raccoon who now lives with 
@rhondak and showing us how to create our own using Clip Studio Paint Pro. If you are interested in trying this yourself don't miss his review of the software linked in the post.
@artemisnorth:— uLog #28 - My Thoughts On Today's Headlines in S.W.O.
— uLog #27 - Updates On The Baby, Life, and Trying New Things.
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