This month was a crazy one with trying to get ready for the holidays while not feeling up to par and DH having medical issues/tests and appointments. I realized early on that I needed some handwork to keep myself occupied while sitting in the car waiting for DH to finish with appointments and tests. IContinue reading "December DrEAMI"
Happy Holidays
Just popping in to say Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa to all of you. I’m hoping you are managing to visit with family and friends by Zoom, FaceTime or any other media options you favour. May your day be filled with laughter, family visits, good health and great food. Thank you for following alongContinue reading "Happy Holidays"
What a Year It Has Been
Here it is, Christmas Eve Day 2020. This is the second last Thursday in the year of the Covid-19 Pandemic. We all had a year of challenges, some trauma, bouts of loneliness, having to “Make Do” with what we had on hand or were able to find on line or in the shops which experiencedContinue reading "What a Year It Has Been"
I Love Thursday #27
Have you checked out bloggers posts listing the things that bring them joy that link up on LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color? It’s always fun to head over there and see what likes they are sharing this week. I love my winter wonderland view. As I’m sure you all know, I love quilting andContinue reading "I Love Thursday #27"
Finally A Finish 😄
This finish is a real joy to have done. It not only completes a commission, but gets a flimsy off my To Be Quilted/UFO List. I had gone over several patterns and photos of quilts with my customer and his choice was this quilt. This top was a test pattern I did for The QuiltContinue reading "Finally A Finish 😄"
Do You Know What a SAHRR Is?
Did you see there is another blog hop in January? My blogging friends (in alphabetical order) who are hosting/participating are: Anja @ Anja QuiltsChris @ ChrisknitssewsEmily @ The Darling DogwoodRoseanne & Sue @ Home Sewn by UsSusan @ Quilt FabricationWendy @ Pieceful Thoughts of my Quilting Life It starts January 11 so get ready forContinue reading "Do You Know What a SAHRR Is?"
To Do Tuesday #37
Here it is Tuesday; one of my favourite days of the week. Why? We get to head over to Roseanne and Sue’s blog, Home Sewn By Us, for their weekly linky party. The past month or so, it’s been difficult to meet my goals, but each week I am moving projects along so I’m notContinue reading "To Do Tuesday #37"
#2021 Planning Party
Yvonne from Quilting Jetgirl is hosting another great linky party to help keep us on track in the accountability department. Have you set your goals for 2021? If so jump on over to Yvonne’s blog to link up your goals. 😉 Carol
Project Quilting Mystery QAL
Kim from Persimmon Dreams is hosting another Mystery QAL which started yesterday, December 21. You really should check out the fun! 😉 Carol
Holiday Seclusion Mystery
Did you see the next Mystery QAL on Gail’s blog Quilting Gail? It runs Dec. 26 - 31 and will be a fun finish!
I Love Thursday #26
Most weeks I head over to LeeAnna’s blog, Not Afraid of Color and join friends who linkup there to share lists of things that bring them joy. Once again I am late getting my post live, but my router died yesterday and I’m just getting caught up now with the new one being installed. IContinue reading "I Love Thursday #26"
To Do Tuesday #36
I’ll be linking up with Roseanne and Sue over at Home Sewn By Us on their weekly Linky Party. It’s always fun to see everyone else’s plans for the week. Last week’s list: 1. Spend some time cleaning out the overflowing scrap bins and cutting the bits in to my scrap saver system. Some moreContinue reading "To Do Tuesday #36"
Sunday Thoughts
I was able to enjoy a Guild meeting via Zoom today. It was incredibly uplifting to see smiling faces and all of the incredible projects they have been working on. After my meeting I managed some time attempting to sandwich a quilt on my dining table. It took ever so much longer, but since itContinue reading "Sunday Thoughts"
Two New Blog Hops Coming Up Soon
Recently I just saw emails regarding two new blog hops. I think it’s a great way to start the New Year. Carla is hosting a fun Hop which will highlight sew many quilty bloggers‘ plans for the New Year. It should be an interesting lot of inspiration. Carol is hosting another fun hop, filled withContinue reading "Two New Blog Hops Coming Up Soon"
I Love Thursdays #25
Have you ever checked out the friends that get together over on LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color with their lists of things that bring them joy? If not you really should. 😉 My list of things that bring me joy or happiness is probably pretty common. I love it when my daughter surprises meContinue reading "I Love Thursdays #25"
To Do Tuesday #35
Most weeks a group of us link up on Roseanne and Sue’s blog, Home Sewn By Us for their weekly linky party. It’s a great way to keep ourselves on track with our weekly lists and to see what everyone else is planning on creating or finishing. Here’s my list from last week. Let’s seeContinue reading "To Do Tuesday #35"
December OMG
December? Already? How can it be that this year full of craziness, drama, sorrow and some joy, too, is almost over? In some ways it has gone on and on, but in others, I did not get as much done as I wanted. 😉 Having OMG lists linked up with Patty at Elm Street QuiltsContinue reading "December OMG"
Pretty Piney Pattern Test
Another project begins! So much fun! Pattern is printed. Fabrics are pulled. Black and white photo edited to check values. Flying Geese Four at a time fun! I think I’m ready to go. Becca’s Revolution pattern is going to be fun! Flying geese aplenty. Let the cutting and piecing begin! This pattern is another exampleContinue reading "Pretty Piney Pattern Test"
Day 4- Virtual Cookie Exchange & Christmas Blog Hop
December 4 Just Let Me Quilt Quilt Fabrication DesertSky Quilting Seams To Be Sew Happy Cottage Quilter Pumpkin Patch Patterns & Quilting The Darling Dogwood Kathleen McMusing Scrapdash Have fun checking all the fun, tasty recipes and sweet projects these amazing crafters have made for your enjoyment!
It’s My Turn on the Virtual Cookie Exchange!
At last we are getting this party started with the first of 4 days of fun! I’ve been looking forward to this hop, filled with eye candy and sweet treats for our holiday season.Will you be following the amazing posts from the team on the Virtual Cookie Exchange &Christmas Blog Hop-being hosted by Carol fromContinue reading "It’s My Turn on the Virtual Cookie Exchange!"
Quilt Schmilt 