I love seeing all that fresh lumber going up! This has got to be one of the most exciting phases of the build because finally you can see your home as well as the views framed by each door and window. Looks like you are off to a great start!

Congratulations....like both of your accomplishments. Now on to more exciting challenges. I really like your bag, the fabrics work so well together. Amazing what you can do with 1 FQ. I love looking a bags but have problems using them. Don't feel comfortable unless I have it across my body. lol.

That is beautiful. You are dangerously close to inspiring me to consider making a table runner as a Christmas gift. I really must resist the temptation until I finish the other Christmas projects I have started, but it looks so nice and as you said, it would feel great to stop and finish something on the smaller side...

Thanks, everyone! This is my third mushroom and I think my favorite. Practice does really make a difference when it comes to mosaic, I'm learning! Kathy, yes I paint the stem. I figured it would be too busy to mosaic the whole thing. Painting concrete/mortar takes a little more patience, though, because you really should let the concrete cure for a good 30 days before applying paint. That's because the cement is very acidic when you first make it. The PH level moves toward neutral the older it gets. But to paint it, I first paint on a coat of 123 Primer. Then I use craft paints labeled for "outdoor" use. They're in the paint aisle at Michaels, or any similar craft store. Once that's dried, I spray on an outdoor acrylic sealer. Then I use glue to stick the two pieces together. I'd love to see yours when you get it done!