Got out this morning and took a few pictures of the quilt. I have stitched in the ditch on all seams, and am undecided on the borders as to if I should do some type of quilting, not all over, just something to add to it. I asked and want honesty. The pictures I took last night my little helper was using it as a … Continue reading As Promised, Plus Questions
Today the mail lady was so nice to me. She brought me my Sew Slip multi purpose sheet. It is a silicone sheet that sticks to the sewing machine and helps the fabric glide while quilting. I played with it today and love it. I ordered it from Missouri Star Quilt. So much fun. Tomorrow my little sew buddy will be here to help me … Continue reading Hello, Again
Today has found me doing some quilting, not much, and listening to sales men. We are looking to replace our windows. Goodness anywhere from $10,000-25,000. This is crazy. Think of the fabric we could get…..But when the temp outside is 24 degrees with the windchill single didgets, windows are better. New projects. What to do with an old pair of jeans. How about an apron … Continue reading Evening all
Alicia is making some of the cuties dolls and sleepers for some sales this summer. I am so happy that she is enjoying sewing. She likes to come over and “shop” at Mom’s house. I wonder why, you think it has something to with the price is right? I am still quilting my Labyrinth quilt top and it is comimg along. Tomorrow hopefully it will … Continue reading Wednesday
This morning I was up early and ready to sandwich my quilt. Measured backing fabric and batting, cut to size, ironed all and put it together. As I started to pin the last corner some how I had it laid out on my table crooked. So unpinned it all. Laid it out on the floor, spray basted it, Stretched it out on the table re … Continue reading Frustrated Monday
As I sat today watching our new President being sworn in I felt such pride in our Nation. It made me realize it isn’t the people in Washington who make us a Great People. It is us, you and me. It doesn’t matter who is our President, the traditions, ceremonies, and happenings of the day made me feel very proud to be a US citizen. … Continue reading A New Day in the USA
If anyone is interested, here is how I made my tortilla warmer. To start with I cut 2 11″ circles out of the outside fabric, 2 from lining fabric, and 2 from quilt batting.( I use 100% cotton this way throw in washer and dryer). Then stacking right sides together 1 of each fabric, lining, and batting. You will sew around the edges, leave … Continue reading Tortilla Warmers
After reading several Scrap Happy Posts I got to work. Sunday I made this wall organizer. All fabric in my stash. I am going to make some more. Then started to work on some Tortilla warmers. Want something fast and fun for a quick Hostess gift this is it. Tomorrow I will show you how I do itSlide your tortillas in and microwave. Love mine. … Continue reading Using what I have
Here I am again, like my Dad uused to say, just like a bad penny, keeps turning up. We didn’t get the ice the weatherman was calling for and for that I am very happy. After finishing the quilt top I rearranged my sewing room and now I am ready to start some new projects. For these I will try and use up some of … Continue reading ME Again
Woke up this morning to 1/4th inch of ice outside. As I look outside my window the neighbor’s driveway looks like a sheet of glass. The trees look like they have been sprinkled with glitter and water. We will get more of this wonderful stuff(NOT) tonight and into tomorrow. So when weather says “You can’t go anyplace” what to do? I finished my Labyrinth quilt … Continue reading ICE is here.
