I suppose it was just a matter of time, Maria came out of her studio a few minutes ago, beaming, the look she has when she is pleased with something she has made. That is rare.

In our lives, there is little distinction between life and art. And little time passes between one and the other, as much as she loves Gus, I didn’t think it would be long before we’d see a Boston Terrier Potholder.

It was a drawing of Gus, which will be made into one of 20 potholders, to be sold for $25 apiece plus shipping on her website, www.fullmoonfiberart.com.

Each drawing and each potholder will be different, and each will be signed. I’m getting the first one if I have to steal it. She caught the devilish twinkle in his eyes.

If you want to purchase or reserve one, you can do so by e-mailing her at [email protected].