Sunday Sewing

I’m managing a bit more time sewing now that we are back in lockdown again. I do seem to have a bit of a problem getting started but once I do I manage to get some things done. It’s hard to pull myself away from the news and the “what happened now” reaction every timeContinue reading "Sunday Sewing"

To-Do Tuesday #33

As usual a bunch of friends link up with Sue and Roseanne at Home Sewn By Us to share their goal lists with all of you out in the ether world. This week Roseanne and Sue opened the linky party early so do pop over to see everyone’s eye catching projects as they move themContinue reading "To-Do Tuesday #33"

Virtual Cookie Exchange & Christmas Blog Hop From Dec.1 – 4

Are you looking for some inspiring and yummy new treats for the holidays? Well look no further; it’s almost here. Carol from Just Let Me Quilt is hosting another of my favourite Blog Hops. Sew much fun and wonderful family recipes. December 1 Creatin' in the Sticks Doreen – Just Let Me Quilt Guest BumbleberryContinue reading "Virtual Cookie Exchange & Christmas Blog Hop From Dec.1 – 4"

I Like Thursday #22

I’m late writing my post today and joining my friends over at LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color who write about things they like that bring them joy. I was up before it was daylight and on the road to do some errands. First up on the list was to stop at the dump toContinue reading "I Like Thursday #22"

To-Do Tuesday #32

What a week it was; snow and 2 Quilting Days at my Guild! How fun is it that we 3 who braved the snow each had the same Janome machine from the best shop in the Kootenays! I did manage to get a few things done or at least progressed on my list; 1. TakeContinue reading "To-Do Tuesday #32"

Sunday Sewing

Didn’t get a lot done today but I did finish a pattern test yesterday This test quilt top is finished I should be able to share that one soon. The reason I didn’t get more done yesterday was the hour’s worth of shovelling I had to do to get in to our Guild yesterday. IContinue reading "Sunday Sewing"

Friday the 13th Fun!

Started my day seeing this; So far DH has cleared off the carport twice! We’ve had 14 inches since 2:00 this morning and it’s still coming down. Winter has arrived in full force. Update: DH did it 2 more times; I’ve done it once! Winter is here! ❄️⛄️❄️ My morning is being spent getting caughtContinue reading "Friday the 13th Fun!"

I Like Thursday #21

Some weeks there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day and others seem like they are four years long! This is a week where I am busy with teaching twice at the Guild which really makes me happy! Masks are mandatory and we have a limit of attendees to 6 so weContinue reading "I Like Thursday #21"

Midweek Musings

It’s been an interesting week/month/year, hasn’t it? Covid-19 had us all going into lock down mode and due to the increasing numbers in parts of Canada, some Provinces are going to more restrictions. Most stores here in BC have “Mandatory Mask” signs. We utilized our stashes making masks for loved ones. Online stores were overwhelmedContinue reading "Midweek Musings"

Remembrance Day

This year just keeps giving us new experiences, doesn’t it? This will be the first year as far back as I can remember that I have not attended a service at a local cenotaph to honour our soldiers. I am the daughter of a Canadian serviceman. My father was a member of the RCAF andContinue reading "Remembrance Day"

To Do Tuesday #31

Has this week been 4 years long to anyone else? I haven’t managed to get much done with being glued to the news reports. A friend posted this on social media so I had to share: So here’s my list for last week with my progress updated: So this week I am planning on: 1.Continue reading "To Do Tuesday #31"

I Love Thursday #20

I really like heading over to LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color to see what a group of crafty friends share on their Thursday posts, which are then linked on LeeAnna’s Linky party. This has been one of my best finds to see what brings joy to these people and writing the posts makes meContinue reading "I Love Thursday #20"

To Do Tuesday #30

I’m joining with some friends who link with Roseanne and Sue’s blog, Home Sewn By Us on their T-Do Tuesday Linky party. It helps to keep me focused on my lists and getting some progress done. 😉 You really should pop over to see what everyone else has for goals this week 😄 To-Do TuesdayContinue reading "To Do Tuesday #30"

November OMG

Elm Street Quilts OMG I’m finding it hard to believe that it is November, the second last month of a very trying year. I have never been on such a crazy emotional roller coaster as I have been this year of the Covid 19 Pandemic and fear that if people don’t start following health andContinue reading "November OMG"

October Recap

For most us October was a month full of so much fun and creativity with some inspiring blog hops to get ideas going for several quick gifts. I was one of the stops on the From the Heart Blog Hop hosted by Carol of Just Let Me Quilt. You can read my post here IContinue reading "October Recap"

October Time and Stash Report

Kate Life in Pieces October was a month where I thought life got in the way but when I added up my blocks I was surprised! Previous: 197/274 October: 29/31 Total days goal met: 226/305 Stash report: Previous balance: 179Fabric in last month: 0 YardsFabric out last month: 33 YardsBalance in stash: 146 * anyContinue reading "October Time and Stash Report"

October Block Report

My blocks this year have been: January 196 Blocks February 66 Blocks March 43 Blocks April 173.5 Blocks May 42 Blocks June 42 Blocks July 137 Blocks August 18 Blocks September 32 Blocks October 321 Blocks Test Quilts 277 blocksGift bags 24Quilt Group gifts 20 Previous Total: 749.5 YTD Total 1070.5 I’m in shock afterContinue reading "October Block Report"

Happy Hallowe’en To All My Friends Out there

I’m not sure what is happening in your part of the world, but here I am not expecting to see anyone other than by video calling. Before we moved to the golf course we didn’t have any trick or treaters because the property was out of town. I miss being in the city and seeingContinue reading "Happy Hallowe’en To All My Friends Out there"

A Finish – Snappy Bags with French Seams

I’ve had a few requests to do a tutorial on how I do French Seams on my scrappy snappy bags. I start by making my panel for the bag. Usually I do a QAYG panel with a normal backing/batting sandwich but recently I was inspired by Gail’s post on her Charm Bag project to useContinue reading "A Finish – Snappy Bags with French Seams"

My October DrEAMI

This month was a fun month with lots of pattern testing and a blog Hop to participate in. One of the projects I was making for the From The Heart Blog Hop is a stack of scrappy, snappy bags that are being donated to our local Food Bank for their Christmas Hampers. In normal yearsContinue reading "My October DrEAMI"