Here are the sites for Wednesday’s bloggers: Wednesday, September 23rd Quiltscapes Ms P Designs USA Stitching At Home Just Because Quilts Beaquilter Patchwork Breeze Selina Quilts Lily Patch Quilts Not Afraid of Color Quilting and Learning; What a Combo Stop by, check out the quilty inspirations and don’t forget to show some love by leavingContinue reading "Hello Fall Day 3"
Garden Party
It’s that time again! Time to party! Marian at Seams to be Sew has been hard at work organizing her annual fall RAL and has rounded up 50+ participants this year and an incredible list of sponsors. Thanks Marian for another great experience being part of your hop. In keeping with the It’s a GardenContinue reading "Garden Party"
Hello Fall Blog Hop
Woo Hoo! More Quilting Fun is heading our way! Can you think of a better way to celebrate the official start of Fall? Monday, September 21st Just Let Me QuiltWebsterquiltVroomansQuiltsKaren's KornerElizabeth Coughlin DesignsQuiltFabrication.comKarrin’s Crazy WorldSeams To Be SewThe Joyful QuilterKathleen McMusing Tuesday, September 22ndMooseStashQuiltingQuilting Gailthat fabric feelingVicki’s Crafts and QuiltingKathy's Kwilts and MorePieceful Thoughts ofContinue reading "Hello Fall Blog Hop"
Hello Fall Blog Hop
Did you see that Carla from Creatin’ In The Sticks is hosting another Blog Hop from September 21-24? There is sure to be another great list of bloggers sharing posts and projects with all of us. Be prepared to be inspired as you check out the blogs. There might even be some free patterns orContinue reading "Hello Fall Blog Hop"
No More Please
I thought this week couldn’t get any worse: - rising Covid numbers all over the world - increased numbers of anti- maskers - more lies from the American President - an increased likelihood of us having both Provincial and Federal Elections this fall in Canada. - the passing of my ex husband yesterday. And theContinue reading "No More Please"
When Life Gets Overwhelmimg
Today was one of those days. We got up to smoky skies, but I could almost see my mountains. After breakfast we headed in to Nelson for DH to get X-rays, bloodwork, pick up prescriptions, and have physio. I planned to do the grocery shopping since we were in town. DH decided he is independentContinue reading "When Life Gets Overwhelmimg"
I Love Thursday #14
Have you found that some weeks are flying by and others are dragging? I’m discovering that the news is still having a profound effect on my moods and productivity. I try to read this frequently and having it hanging by my sewing table. I have been limiting watching news time, but find it is allContinue reading "I Love Thursday #14"
It’s a Garden Party Week 2
Here is the lineup for this weeks blogs to check out for inspiration, free patterns and chances to win some amazing prizes: Tuesday, September 15, 2020 Daughters of Dorinda | Elizabeth Coughlin DesignsJust Let Me Quilt | Lovingly Lissa | The Quilt Rambler Thursday, September 17, 2020 Fabric Bash | For the Love of GeeseContinue reading "It’s a Garden Party Week 2"
To-Do Tuesday #23
My list from last week did have some progress and I must say I’m content! This is what my view is like now: My mountains are missing 😢 I woke up this morning to cinder and ash on the car, but it could be so much worse. My heart is hurting watching the news onContinue reading "To-Do Tuesday #23"
I Love Thursday #13
This past week sped by so quickly I can’t believe it’s time to link with a group of friends that on LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Colour to see their I Like/Love posts for the week. Do pop over to see what everyone is sharing. I love that our local wildfire is starting to getContinue reading "I Love Thursday #13"
Thursday’s Lineup for It’s a Garden Party RAL
Have you been following this hop? Hosted by Marian of Seams to be Sew it was off to a great start on Tuesday. Just wait until you see what today’s designers have in store for you. Thursday, September 10, 2020 Bobbin In Quilts BlogKissed QuiltsPatchwork BreezeSongbird Designs/Brenda's BlogStitchin’ at Home Stop by, enjoy the eyeContinue reading "Thursday’s Lineup for It’s a Garden Party RAL"
Blooming Time
This is another pattern that I tested for The Quilt Pattern Magazine. The pattern is written by Barbara Chojnacki. It finishes at 58 1/2” x 70 1/2”. The instructions are well written, includes great diagrams and are very complete. It is scheduled for publication in the September issue of the ezine. The final fabric pullContinue reading "Blooming Time"
To-Do Tuesday #22
Another week with fires, doctors appointments, Guild Meetings and all day power outages. Such a fun, busy week I’ve had! My list for last weeks To-Do Tuesday was (I thought) completely doable! Boy was I wrong. 😢 Here it is complete with updates: 1. Finish the pattern test quilt to flimsy stage. Done! Can’t waitContinue reading "To-Do Tuesday #22"
Happy Labour Day Weekend!
It was great to have a common long weekend in both Canada and America. It’s nice that we can share the same holiday! I had a good weekend pulling fabrics for some pattern tests and upcoming projects. DH was out on the course doing some putting and chipping. He is progressing and so is myContinue reading "Happy Labour Day Weekend!"
It’s a Garden Party RAL starts tomorrow,
Hosted by Marian at Seams To Be Sew! Can you believe the Designers who signed up? 50 of them! Here’s the lineup: First, today, let’s start with the schedule: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 Blue Heron Quilting | Carolyn Butterfield | Made By MarneyPumpkin Patch BC | The Devoted Quilter Thursday, September 10, 2020 Bobbin In Quilts Blog | Kissed Quilts | Patchwork BreezeSongbird Designs | Stitchin’ atContinue reading "It’s a Garden Party RAL starts tomorrow,"
Ready for some Fun?
It’s finally time for It’s a Garden Party RAL which is being hosted by Marian from Seams To Be Sew. I’ve seen the list of participants and I can tell you that it WILL be fun and inspirational! There are amazing sponsors, great giveaways and truly wonderful patterns for us all to enjoy! I hopeContinue reading "Ready for some Fun?"
September OMG
The last time I was able to link up with Elm Street Quilts for the OMG was in July. I knew August would be pretty much a write off for sewing time with DH having surgery. For September I am behind the eight ball with deadlines. So here’s my list: 1. Finish writing my blogContinue reading "September OMG"
I Love Thursday #12
LeeAnna hosts a linkup for several of our quilty friends to post lists of their like for the week on her blog Not Afraid of Color. I really enjoy popping around to see what is making everyone smile these days. As the week has gone by I spent a fair amount of time thinking ofContinue reading "I Love Thursday #12"
August Time and Stash Report
Kate Life in Pieces A month where life got in the way but some days I did manage at least my 15 minutes; some days more and several were not a minute. Previous: 162/213 August - 15/31 days Total days goal met: 177/244 Stash report: Previous balance: 172.55Fabric in last month: 0 YardsFabric out lastContinue reading "August Time and Stash Report"
August 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 - 16 blocks for Medieval Windows pattern test - 2 blocks for the walker caddy Previous Total: 699.5 YTD Total 717.5 Not a very productiveContinue reading "August Block Report"
Quilt Schmilt 