weekend thoughts (give me a sign - the sequel)

I’ve been thinking about my sign dilemma over a pleasantly busy weekend.

I spent my Saturday soaking up art and architecture at the wonderful Wirksworth Festival, whilst lad and his dad went to a football match.

(I definitely had the better day – Luton Town lost 3 – 0).

a few highlights from Wirksworth art and architecture trail

And on Sunday I thought about it in between giggling at the creations at Hickling Scarecrow Festival.

Some of Hickling’s scarecrows – on a “best of British” theme!

I loved reading your sign suggestions!

It’s always good to get a bunch of perspectives. And to sleep on it before making up your mind.

Even if it does make your head spin a bit

I tried out the lettering on the only plain coloured fabric I have, as suggested by Rachel.

Bold and bright certainly, but it’s somehow just too…. solid?

And too blue.

Even with a border.

Then I tried another option:

But it’s just too… busy.

I know I said busy is good.

But perhaps you can have too much of a good thing?

Its something to do with scale. And the fading isn’t a good look either.

And then I remembered this.

It’s bold. Its bright.

It’s full-on modflowers, turned up to the max!

It’s actually a sun lounger sling. Genuine sturdy 1970s canvas and until now, totally unused.

I think it works! This could be it!

Or am I deluded?

That canvas will be a nightmare to sew…

And I do quite like my original choice still!

So…

I’m not promising to abide by the option with the most votes, mind…