Again, I invited a group of generous souls and we gathered at Pearl Forge Conservancy. Becky and Pete explained how they came to be the stewards of Pearl Forge. How the property was saved from development, everything they did to creatively acquire the property. They told us how they have developed their vision, how the concept has changed and evolved. They shared their wins and their losses, told the story of the place. We joined Oliver and Tula, for a long walk of the trails and paths they have cleared. We went to all my favorite places. We talked about special plants, the Fenn, the trees and birds. We then returned to the Big Blue Barn and the quilt on its frame. After sharing a picnic, and Pete’s famous pistachio eclairs, we got to work. I was amazed how fast we were able to tie the quilt. Then we flipped her over and began to attache the ‘roots’ on the underside. I am thrilled with how much those tendrils of wool hanging down ‘read’ exactly as I had pictured in my head. Like fine filaments of roots hanging down into the subterranean space. Below are the pictures my good friend Sue Draheim took of the day. I am so grateful to all these women who have helped me with this project. It is humbling.