tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-295637672024-03-14T11:50:10.041-07:00Quilting DazeQuilting puts a smile on my face and a song in my heart!Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.comBlogger946125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-2033815857945443792014-12-24T15:30:00.003-08:002020-03-21T08:45:26.111-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3aRFNx32lBiwy1oszy0xbJDYS7RvwLADMTkxUY2vgLQRDnJ7wWH1_htJ-vEZnENbtGdpyK-mBSiTlHHb29ZScFHOJd65P5zhV36kTbmVpDTTqdeDoQi4yobE8oJqKIjUKtAYn/s1600/Gingerbread+men+cup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3aRFNx32lBiwy1oszy0xbJDYS7RvwLADMTkxUY2vgLQRDnJ7wWH1_htJ-vEZnENbtGdpyK-mBSiTlHHb29ZScFHOJd65P5zhV36kTbmVpDTTqdeDoQi4yobE8oJqKIjUKtAYn/s1600/Gingerbread+men+cup.jpg" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">From our home to yours we wish you a very Merry Christmas!</span></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-19059959644243867992014-04-19T21:01:00.001-07:002014-07-02T07:42:27.207-07:00<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Hello My Friends!</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Popping in to wish you and yours a very Happy Easter!</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw82PG4Uts7mpvSbAWhg79UBHDljyqSrBqpjI2CFWXt4CEkC-t24G1swu3TK3d2JFJVOc0Y2R7gWgF4gsUPTtAOUn2n4OalksatKBohNFDDkIDEgVw6gP5uZEMOVkMzVff0cip/s1600/Bunny-Girl-Vintage-Image-Graphics-Fairy008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw82PG4Uts7mpvSbAWhg79UBHDljyqSrBqpjI2CFWXt4CEkC-t24G1swu3TK3d2JFJVOc0Y2R7gWgF4gsUPTtAOUn2n4OalksatKBohNFDDkIDEgVw6gP5uZEMOVkMzVff0cip/s1600/Bunny-Girl-Vintage-Image-Graphics-Fairy008.jpg" height="640" width="416" /></a></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-87813421304345321862014-01-25T20:04:00.001-08:002014-04-19T19:41:52.007-07:00Un-Plug<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4TjoD8ZbTfUBwWtikPU0LbeJm3PBo3Uu7E-xvIqAga3jFBwUoXhmIi-2IX_WR7WoCEz1EYTZ8JIwWFpX22Z4sJFZDOdJxpNSISfy2js-tQHTZkml5pDcva_pvhstfbgkGV_yA/s1600/unplug.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4TjoD8ZbTfUBwWtikPU0LbeJm3PBo3Uu7E-xvIqAga3jFBwUoXhmIi-2IX_WR7WoCEz1EYTZ8JIwWFpX22Z4sJFZDOdJxpNSISfy2js-tQHTZkml5pDcva_pvhstfbgkGV_yA/s1600/unplug.jpg" height="251" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
My poor blog has been dying a very slow death so I've made a decision.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I think it's time to <em><strong>UN-PLUG</strong></em> for awhile. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm spending entirely too much time on my computer.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Blogs, Facebook, Pinterest, etc are sucking up my time because I'm not very disciplined. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
LOL</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I don't know when I'll be back but I hope you'll still be here when I do.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
In the meantime please enjoy lots and lots of pieceful days!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
In Friendship!</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-46974205765774522722014-01-10T07:11:00.004-08:002014-01-23T18:44:16.472-08:00Stitchery Pattern Help!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I need a little help, please!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I saw this stitchery pattern on Pinterest and need/must have it. :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Can you tell me what it's called or where I can purchase it?</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO-PYEuYq6EIX3HX11wPPXGG3u8jtBJhHG5GUD5F9-WE_ljgXPFh2A-9SXABPOeyPzGKxsUV527IN98z-hbqpyUHCEdjMVNUuQpkTKae4y8uqQbf0rvP2QYFKWQMpjCylZrI1r/s1600/valentine+angel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO-PYEuYq6EIX3HX11wPPXGG3u8jtBJhHG5GUD5F9-WE_ljgXPFh2A-9SXABPOeyPzGKxsUV527IN98z-hbqpyUHCEdjMVNUuQpkTKae4y8uqQbf0rvP2QYFKWQMpjCylZrI1r/s1600/valentine+angel.jpg" height="640" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Thank you bunches and bunches!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-68307250754798299172013-12-23T19:34:00.000-08:002013-12-31T11:35:40.078-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjNktibZGzcMxBhB74uMU7BO9rFmvjZ4UYeb6tBUTn6RFWqbjH8a7pmkcc2jd0cclAi8Ne8LvMp3MyulvXuJlR9rYm19jMpztJIc_OZ8ma3wvfFAwOTNyyc9m6xDNrKvtYnMBD/s1600/a+jolly+christmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjNktibZGzcMxBhB74uMU7BO9rFmvjZ4UYeb6tBUTn6RFWqbjH8a7pmkcc2jd0cclAi8Ne8LvMp3MyulvXuJlR9rYm19jMpztJIc_OZ8ma3wvfFAwOTNyyc9m6xDNrKvtYnMBD/s400/a+jolly+christmas.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">My family and I wish you and yours a very </span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Jolly and Merry Christmas!</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;"></span> </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em><span style="font-size: large;">In Friendship</span></em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-66694947531602567122013-12-16T08:40:00.000-08:002013-12-23T13:45:19.997-08:00Advent Stocking Fun<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
In the weeks before Thanksgiving I'd been thinking about making advent calendars for Seth, Eli, Shaye and Audrey. I simply couldn't decide on a pattern or idea. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Very frustrating for this Nana.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
And then I spotted these fabulous stockings! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It's red and white velvet with delectable fur and bells to trim the cuff. 30" long with pockets on the front for goodies and treats to help count down the days until Christmas. After the countdown has come to an end it's a huge regular stocking for Santa to stuff on Christmas Eve. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It didn't take me long to order four stockings with personalization and have them shipped directly to my daughter's house. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
My grandchildren absolutely love them. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOj7bR5FWAZIgRBAS3FZKzGRtGQpKwh1XykR2liLuxqNO1-RjQesdKBQSMq9QGj7vJAItZFK_5Mx7mEXY-cagQULWqpQRunxDay2cyK64dXmODmAi1bnD1_gIvV3TO0lUxXqZq/s1600/shaye+with+stocking+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOj7bR5FWAZIgRBAS3FZKzGRtGQpKwh1XykR2liLuxqNO1-RjQesdKBQSMq9QGj7vJAItZFK_5Mx7mEXY-cagQULWqpQRunxDay2cyK64dXmODmAi1bnD1_gIvV3TO0lUxXqZq/s640/shaye+with+stocking+2013.jpg" width="360" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Wouldn't it be fun to have a stocking like this for yourself???</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'd love to have all the pockets filled with chocolates - YUM.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
And, on Christmas morning it would be fun to find all sorts of quilting/sewing/stitching doo-dahs just for ME. LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>What would you want to find in the pockets and the stocking itself?</strong></span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I hope you've enjoyed some pieceful days.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-86592620146322612282013-12-10T05:29:00.000-08:002013-12-14T18:13:26.061-08:00Decorating for Christmas<div style="text-align: center;">
Is there Christmas decorating going on at your house? </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Or have you finished and now you're sitting back enjoying your Christmas treasures?</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
What do you prefer when you decorate; a specific theme i.e. snowmen or do you mix it up?</div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM2I0G4tG0iIr3Rb0qFusQqqkkczR7nbrs4xITXL0kSkmEvECjta1W4Jsa4iAzuBE0Czof5AguGXhGGBAlwmk0w-KNYIYA5NMaY45xnbF4Kl9rzlvwRv8sdtuFICH2bWy10Z7t/s1600/wendy+snowmen+and+trees.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM2I0G4tG0iIr3Rb0qFusQqqkkczR7nbrs4xITXL0kSkmEvECjta1W4Jsa4iAzuBE0Czof5AguGXhGGBAlwmk0w-KNYIYA5NMaY45xnbF4Kl9rzlvwRv8sdtuFICH2bWy10Z7t/s320/wendy+snowmen+and+trees.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
My friend,<a href="http://snippetsofaquilter.blogspot.com/"> Wendy</a>, likes to decorate with snowmen and trees. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
If you visit her <a href="http://snippetsofaquilter.blogspot.com/">blog </a>you'll enjoy a sweet array of snowmen and trees vignettes. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
The picture is from her blog with one of the adorable vignettes. </div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjleJx21T5XrEVQCZsoS4x9lVl6yWVPzhyMoBGgNJBjiv3QQcKUA8GsMR6PpoPazRtYu05Bh-xE6XxUN3FaRfRzEhsCjl-VME1cks8VdISkLliWt6fUTKNlCIxoG1SarHoVAWqc/s1600/Santa+w+Gmen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjleJx21T5XrEVQCZsoS4x9lVl6yWVPzhyMoBGgNJBjiv3QQcKUA8GsMR6PpoPazRtYu05Bh-xE6XxUN3FaRfRzEhsCjl-VME1cks8VdISkLliWt6fUTKNlCIxoG1SarHoVAWqc/s1600/Santa+w+Gmen.jpg" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Maybe you prefer to decorate with Santas everywhere. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I used to collect Santas. I don't have as many as I used to but I still enjoy using them here and there. This was at my house several years ago.</div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPvVLyeTLfe3LX-JRHnM_QuMP73_2zqXml401cwlJgiEwWfLGBv6_qSMTiSlYX6Yrb6AAH7t86wq8gxY18gAb6G42nBjTMpI1a5QA4gIbL2USbLyKKj1uR0MyPm4CJlBfkvPyI/s1600/Gingerbread+men+cup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPvVLyeTLfe3LX-JRHnM_QuMP73_2zqXml401cwlJgiEwWfLGBv6_qSMTiSlYX6Yrb6AAH7t86wq8gxY18gAb6G42nBjTMpI1a5QA4gIbL2USbLyKKj1uR0MyPm4CJlBfkvPyI/s1600/Gingerbread+men+cup.jpg" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
My favorite thing to do is to decorate my kitchen with Gingebread boys and girls. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I found this large cup with the accessories about seven years ago and it always graces our kitchen table. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I haven't done much decorating this year but I did pick up a couple of new snowmen. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Snowmen and Santas are available in abundance but the G-Men (gingerbread men) are elusive. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
That makes me a bit sad :-(</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'd love it if you would share your thoughts and ideas about Christmas decorating.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-84776554950677241642013-11-27T07:41:00.001-08:002013-12-09T15:59:27.156-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuladkPeqjJ7Nqq0s0Yr7ewM-ZHmQtNiWgE7A6y4urysGu6AbA7N0JhvAzMf91O2IFugTZUPLD3MMvzW-9azphkptcgguKtyxDF0mBbKw-_Hn8DoERngmDqm9pNL8MOYfGZwgg/s1600/thanksgiving+2013.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuladkPeqjJ7Nqq0s0Yr7ewM-ZHmQtNiWgE7A6y4urysGu6AbA7N0JhvAzMf91O2IFugTZUPLD3MMvzW-9azphkptcgguKtyxDF0mBbKw-_Hn8DoERngmDqm9pNL8MOYfGZwgg/s320/thanksgiving+2013.png" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving from me and mine.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Enjoy your blessings!</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;"></span> </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-80770654157181880782013-11-04T07:56:00.001-08:002013-11-24T20:03:28.674-08:00She's Here!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnzM3sUVPxRxo5or8JffNeJDjI2F2GLKDUf4tyUgAi4tlM7QfW5upY51eD0xcwGdJhQx83uT4iWdO5nSfEoSLtyZSXX3J6Bprlc0H3Gmea4s209cpOosaPDHdGyoAs-SYZhMh/s1600/Audrey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnzM3sUVPxRxo5or8JffNeJDjI2F2GLKDUf4tyUgAi4tlM7QfW5upY51eD0xcwGdJhQx83uT4iWdO5nSfEoSLtyZSXX3J6Bprlc0H3Gmea4s209cpOosaPDHdGyoAs-SYZhMh/s400/Audrey.jpg" width="225" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
She's here!</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Audrey Isabella</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Saturday, Nov 2, 2013</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">6 lbs, 13 oz</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">21" long</span></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Welcomed by Mommy(Kristie), Daddy (Gino), Big Brother (Seth), Big Brother (Eli) and Big Sister (Shaye)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Shaye's first words when she saw her Baby Sister: "Awww, she's cute". </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Brought this Nana to tears. :-)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
We're an excited but very exhausted family. :-) </div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Enjoy your day!</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<div align="center">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-31434320815671387902013-10-21T14:14:00.000-07:002013-11-02T08:39:40.286-07:00Baby Sister's Nursery Start<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
My daughter, Kris decided to use <a href="http://www.unitednotions.com/">Wrens and Friends by Gina Martin for Moda</a> for Baby Sister's nursery. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Lots of flowers,birds and butterflies. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdWGifVLJNZpjBuCuapjkA-wjrp60RFJzjcaWTJ_4rP0_ywALLaBlw6flRM84OevNKPyzDZ1x5zUlHrUql5r9NXoZisXP4BdL-EGRSOrJPxHlsVG8LnkfGcaeKqTMynk4h-wyA/s1600/WrensFriends-Ydg-200.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdWGifVLJNZpjBuCuapjkA-wjrp60RFJzjcaWTJ_4rP0_ywALLaBlw6flRM84OevNKPyzDZ1x5zUlHrUql5r9NXoZisXP4BdL-EGRSOrJPxHlsVG8LnkfGcaeKqTMynk4h-wyA/s1600/WrensFriends-Ydg-200.jpg" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Yardage is not yet available. AAACCCKKK</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
We're hoping it'll be available before Baby Sister arrives.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">(keeping our fingers crossed)</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
We've made fabric decisions for everything. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
As soon as it's available I'll be sewing like a crazed woman.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL4eRxmeG4Mq-SrlsGQKgQl0zxlBc3YPnLNYtJaRbcpNutkVxu1KJOlpTf4hBMZO6Bhryd3F3hNG8p6uA5ALCRPQOejvH4a22ULoIwE9zHywVnf4IDAOb-f-XnhhkxbDwistT9/s1600/PA190002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL4eRxmeG4Mq-SrlsGQKgQl0zxlBc3YPnLNYtJaRbcpNutkVxu1KJOlpTf4hBMZO6Bhryd3F3hNG8p6uA5ALCRPQOejvH4a22ULoIwE9zHywVnf4IDAOb-f-XnhhkxbDwistT9/s320/PA190002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Have you seen this wonderful, wonderful book by <a href="http://www.hyacinthquiltdesigns.com/">Cindy Lammon aka Hyacinth Designs</a>. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
If you don't already own this book trust me when I say you must add it to your quilt book library.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Yes, it's Christmas themed however different fabrics will work for everyday quilts.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPMkaa2SnTnv7WiMY73bAwsGsALckW0yxLpmLNFSMlAKAALy7eQhdg-oPVkvSCboD6kMA5BOxp5oZ050lPzktfSo6g6KhIdaL9o6KN4t6KWSBHEp2SePJWzxcxth6sy5iny8pS/s1600/PA190001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPMkaa2SnTnv7WiMY73bAwsGsALckW0yxLpmLNFSMlAKAALy7eQhdg-oPVkvSCboD6kMA5BOxp5oZ050lPzktfSo6g6KhIdaL9o6KN4t6KWSBHEp2SePJWzxcxth6sy5iny8pS/s320/PA190001.JPG" width="257" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
I used the Snowball Games pattern to make Baby Sister's first quilt. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Bold and vibrant colors used to make a scrappy quilt.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
More to come. :-)</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaDKYFf7fE6qmsyNxz86DKkWSV7sdjkoEeYfCQ1bRbBB8da8kPo8jApM7lZrASo8xXtP3Vt1aLR1_OfUB_QE-w7piHBFV0bOMfzOw07U3Am1rA3ZLpSKfdbKsJNyoxSZXsOFK7/s1600/PA190003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="135" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaDKYFf7fE6qmsyNxz86DKkWSV7sdjkoEeYfCQ1bRbBB8da8kPo8jApM7lZrASo8xXtP3Vt1aLR1_OfUB_QE-w7piHBFV0bOMfzOw07U3Am1rA3ZLpSKfdbKsJNyoxSZXsOFK7/s320/PA190003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Softer prints will be used to make the accessories for her nursery. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
:-)</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Baby Sister's nursery is well underway however she's still nameless. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
LOL</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Thank you for stopping by.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Are you enjoying pieceful days?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship</em> </div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-6095467728961365992013-10-11T12:21:00.000-07:002013-10-19T14:08:27.462-07:00Got UFO's? (quilting)<div style="text-align: center;">
edited to add the correct question for #5<br />
<br />
Hello Friends,</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Life at my house has been a bit boring. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm not ignoring you but I haven't had anything to blog about. Sigh :-) </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Yes, we're on Baby Sister watch (still no name and nursery is in the works) :-)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Since I don't have anything to share I'd take a few minutes to tell you about Deb @ <a href="http://asimplelifequilts.blogspot.com/">http://asimplelifequilts.blogspot.com</a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I don't know if she found me or I found her but either way we've had some fun e-mail conversations. I've watched Deb work her way through quite a few UFOs with lots of dedication. Actually, I've been in awe. Rather than try to tell you about Deb, I asked Deb to answer a few questions. If you have a few minutes please visit Deb - you'll be in awe, as well. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>I tried to add a picture from Deb's blog but sadly I failed. </em></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>You'll find lots of wonderful pictures when you visit her blog. :-)</em></div>
<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
1. How long have you been quilting?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I took a beginning class in 2002 - so taking out my 3 year hiatus it's
been 8 years.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
2. How long ago did you stop quilting and when did you come back to it? </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I fell off a step ladder while stripping wallpaper in September 2009 (4
years ago tomorrow actually!) and badly broke my right leg. Ironically that was
going to be my 1st quilting room. I had surgery and spent 6 days in the
hospital followed by 12 weeks of no weight bearing, a blood clot and months of
physical therapy. All of my crafty mo-jo vanished and I didn't sew one stitch
until I started quilting again in late September 2012.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
3. How many UFO's did you discover when you returned to quilting?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
My 1st count last October was 88... but I found 13 more later for a
total of 101.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
4. Have you worked only on UFO's or have you thrown in a new project or two?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I've finished 65 projects since 10/1/2012 and 56 have been UFOs - so yes
I have thrown in a few new projects but they have been mostly table topper size
or smaller! My UFO Reward System gives me a new large project after I finish 10
UFOs and I give myself some leeway on small projects as long as I finish them!
I know it sounds strict but it seems silly to work so hard at finishing while
creating more at the same time. At the the start of 2013 I decided to take this
year and really focus on UFOs. My word for the year is FINISH. I've struggled
with procrastination and finishing things my whole life so this has really been
life changing for me.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
5. What have you discovered you missed about quilting?
<br />
<div>
</div>
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
This is a great question Darlene! I've done many different crafts over
the years because I grew up in a creative family. My Mom sewed most of our
clothes and taught me to sew in my early teens. I went to college to be an
architect and ended up being a CPA - it seems like I try to shut down my
creative side at times and no good comes from that! I love to play with colors,
patterns and have always loved fabric so quilting really hits home for me. I
think it is wonderful therapy too. Simply said - doing something creative just
makes me a happier person. </div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
6. What do you do with all your completed UFO's.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Here comes the accountant side of me (lol!). 33 of my 56 finished UFOs
have been donated to Project Linus or other charity groups. I love making
bright quilts with fun novelty fabrics for kids. I get to try new color
combinations, new patterns and new techniques so it's a total win win situation.
I've given 8 away as gifts and the remaining 15 are here with me. It makes me
so happy to finally see quilts being used in my home.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">
Forgot to add - my Dad's craft was woodworking. I have beautiful
pieces of furniture and other items he has made throughout my home. He has kind
of given it up as he's gotten older and that is sad. I really should do a blog
post about it!</div>
<div dir="ltr">
<br /></div>
<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">
Please visit the creative spot in her home where all the magic happens.</div>
<div class="gmail_extra" style="text-align: center;">
<a href="http://asimplelifequilts.blogspot.com/2013/06/its-wrap.html">http://asimplelifequilts.blogspot.com/2013/06/its-wrap.html</a><br />
<br />
Don't forget to tell Deb I sent you. :-)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
I appreciate your visit. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'll be back when I have something to share. :-)</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-56893177006337740372013-09-18T13:26:00.003-07:002013-10-10T20:09:36.288-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoOPso8hgSXW_DaJAD4sMzOioDnuqu8q_88DhqLX8YkCbxyVjmYJOTaCr5U41fW9XF9ht3V3yMAu94UR3BEGrNs9epKz14KaO9Iq8TrYTbvppiP1qwwYccBZ3KibhMv1TJ2IX-/s1600/Big+Sister+Shaye+March+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoOPso8hgSXW_DaJAD4sMzOioDnuqu8q_88DhqLX8YkCbxyVjmYJOTaCr5U41fW9XF9ht3V3yMAu94UR3BEGrNs9epKz14KaO9Iq8TrYTbvppiP1qwwYccBZ3KibhMv1TJ2IX-/s320/Big+Sister+Shaye+March+2013.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi,</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm Shaye, Darlene's granddaughter, I hope you remember me. :-)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
My momma, Kristie and nana, Darlene need your help, please. My little sister will be here soon and they need help with a couple of things</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
They need to get busy on her nursery but my mom can't decide on fabric. <br />
They've looked at Moda & Riley Blake collections. <br />
The one Moda collection she is crazy about won't be available in yardage until the end of October. That's really cutting close to my sister's anticipated arrival cuz my mom never carries full term. <br />
Do you have suggestions - help us please! :-)<br />
<br />
Bear in mind that my mom doesn't always use typical nursery prints. <br />
For instance, she did my room in Bliss by Bonnie & Camille. </div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
And, my sister doesn't have a name yet because my mom and dad can't seem to agree. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I've suggested Elmo and Mickey but they don't like either one. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I don't understand. :-)</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">So we need nursery and name suggestions. </span></strong></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Please!</span></strong></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>Big Hugs and Kisses,</em></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>Shaye</em></div>
<br />
<br />Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-43205105926878760742013-09-01T23:10:00.000-07:002013-10-16T15:24:58.083-07:00First Class, Air Mail or Priority Mail Postage Stamps<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
None of the above ... thank you! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
:-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
The only postage stamps I need are all in my </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<strong><em>finished </em></strong></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
postage stamp quilt. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Can I get a </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">WooHoo????</span></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdf-qJ7q4ggvG6V0d3f7EsFamgI42JzxpJrNyYZDVo25XPuhy-Q4_WSVVvlN_6gMp7uOtzfGaXE3ijL1O8-DHYfA45G7_UR0SI78ElrGZ8jJ9dsNvWS6vwkpiEypG4W3iAKFh_/s1600/P8300002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="257" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdf-qJ7q4ggvG6V0d3f7EsFamgI42JzxpJrNyYZDVo25XPuhy-Q4_WSVVvlN_6gMp7uOtzfGaXE3ijL1O8-DHYfA45G7_UR0SI78ElrGZ8jJ9dsNvWS6vwkpiEypG4W3iAKFh_/s320/P8300002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div align="center">
</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
I started this quilt with a certain size in mind. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
After I laid it on our bed I decided it<em><strong> had</strong></em> to be bigger.</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ7rXPgZW_Oi2ShetIEJmHg9C-yaVX4M2oW5EuhNnEa3KH1EuhEtrPPkecQ4lryi8ZtNNCUZfzDZGSKPi1eOyS9WrAGuh_yyPCSBHpvU585Hk0kywqyVVXJ3I6_Qr2mhOxNi6o/s1600/P8300003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ7rXPgZW_Oi2ShetIEJmHg9C-yaVX4M2oW5EuhNnEa3KH1EuhEtrPPkecQ4lryi8ZtNNCUZfzDZGSKPi1eOyS9WrAGuh_yyPCSBHpvU585Hk0kywqyVVXJ3I6_Qr2mhOxNi6o/s320/P8300003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
I managed to put a huge dent in the container filled with 2" print squares. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I used all of the 2" white squares, as well. <br />
<br />
Every line of fabric Bonnie & Camille have designed for Moda is represented in this quilt:<br />
Cotton Blossoms, Simple Abundance, Bliss, Ruby, Vintage Modern, Marmalade, Happy Go Lucky and Scrumptious. <br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span> </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUyom1zpYN_OIm24SOC7mEiBpI4Sv9aEF2FdSvcB-BK8aritsq3w1NFC3BF2cBZ7PcZ3YxtAN8xUb0Gtrz627WApXV012MZXdtd6-OYxIZRgxEV4sMTjrrpx097l835VWxU37E/s1600/P8300001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUyom1zpYN_OIm24SOC7mEiBpI4Sv9aEF2FdSvcB-BK8aritsq3w1NFC3BF2cBZ7PcZ3YxtAN8xUb0Gtrz627WApXV012MZXdtd6-OYxIZRgxEV4sMTjrrpx097l835VWxU37E/s320/P8300001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Here it is in all it's glory; big enough for our king size bed. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
:-)<br />
<br />
The stats in case you want to make one, too. <br />
<br />
84" x 90" finished<br />
1680 - 2" print squares<br />
1680 - 2" white squares<br />
Total - 3360 - 2" squares<br />
<br />
When I decided in May that I wanted to make this quilt I was chatting with<br />
Carol (<a href="http://www.brownquilts4me.blogspot.com/">Brown Quilts 4 Me</a>).<br />
We decided it would be more efficient for me to make 16 patches. <br />
It was much easier to keep my 2" squares straight (we feared individual rows might bow)<br />
<br />
14 - 16 patches per row<br />
15 rows<br />
<br />
This quilt was so much fun to make.<br />
I hope you'll make one, too.<br />
Start cutting your 2" squares. <br />
:-)<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by to visit with me. <br />
I've had a couple of very pieceful days - I hope you have, as well.<br />
<br />
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com65tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-44580597785321437092013-08-19T20:41:00.000-07:002013-09-01T07:54:44.033-07:00I've Been Working on the Railroad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I could use a crew to build this Short Line Railroad</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Are YOU available???? </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
:-). </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvzybPXLbTYKRG5ZmKPjPJSUChJqTxrOByTqlybJIfKvAAEKVGESMGhWZG4SFWHYUHfYhISaHF139xGH3JOOUgTwDFxsWWDWdbe24S49IGnKMzlfqgPQGdaGZ0H4nAJCd34YSp/s1600/P8170005.JPG" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvzybPXLbTYKRG5ZmKPjPJSUChJqTxrOByTqlybJIfKvAAEKVGESMGhWZG4SFWHYUHfYhISaHF139xGH3JOOUgTwDFxsWWDWdbe24S49IGnKMzlfqgPQGdaGZ0H4nAJCd34YSp/s400/P8170005.JPG" width="392" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I am definitely having fun working on this railroad. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
This is my first experience with Moda Honey Buns (1.5" strips). </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm glad I have two more planned Honey Bun projects, as I've really enjoyed myself. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I think Moda has discontinued Honey Buns; much to my chagrin. :-)</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8AQas9-560tMctC1zn2QXAZ7xOaITkdLN7OIwcCWEv84O83PndBfR6vij8ADSXN33r766cKEPau0fkbJg1zJvNGdO5hcMy63RasOUD-ZXKVW438kBPEqjQz3GdjucENaLmot1/s1600/P8100003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="66" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8AQas9-560tMctC1zn2QXAZ7xOaITkdLN7OIwcCWEv84O83PndBfR6vij8ADSXN33r766cKEPau0fkbJg1zJvNGdO5hcMy63RasOUD-ZXKVW438kBPEqjQz3GdjucENaLmot1/s320/P8100003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
It's time to make more little soldiers. :-)</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I hope you're enjoying lots and lots of pieceful days!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'll be back to share more progress soon.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I do appreciate your visits and comments.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-32462178309157313072013-08-12T21:40:00.001-07:002013-08-19T18:05:24.634-07:00Progress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I promised I would be back "tomorrow" to share progress on my projects. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I didn't say which tomorrow. LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
The week end was busy so there was little time to spend at the machine.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
But...there has been some progress :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuzSYbwT-1EcvyNyJkbPq1-tLKvuZIFZ_IriHkZORud8K0-m9k0aPllCzE4ZKqJJnpS3OWoaOsaEVi7yAziCCw0nCu2q7RPJlgq9FJNG1w2SRTbqiLJ0r53tkFm1aPHXn_lzmz/s1600/P8100002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuzSYbwT-1EcvyNyJkbPq1-tLKvuZIFZ_IriHkZORud8K0-m9k0aPllCzE4ZKqJJnpS3OWoaOsaEVi7yAziCCw0nCu2q7RPJlgq9FJNG1w2SRTbqiLJ0r53tkFm1aPHXn_lzmz/s320/P8100002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div align="center">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Lots of progress on my postage stamp quilt. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I knew this would be a fun project but I had no idea how much.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I find myself smiling as I sew, sew and sew. </div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9SWRzSDPRkGcG87B1iuGw46WiEyqMVTerzbD403IaGMjh95479uCqkcqqGAJpqJHibdPxmvkZDdHU6YkiWAD-ZnU4FJX0ZsQvDN967uS_WYPWebs2QgQfJSXQnJUbCLAJURKS/s1600/P8070001_2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9SWRzSDPRkGcG87B1iuGw46WiEyqMVTerzbD403IaGMjh95479uCqkcqqGAJpqJHibdPxmvkZDdHU6YkiWAD-ZnU4FJX0ZsQvDN967uS_WYPWebs2QgQfJSXQnJUbCLAJURKS/s320/P8070001_2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
This is the beginning of my 'slightly tarnished project' ... Short Line.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Lots and lots of strips! </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Have you started looking through your stash in search of a 'slightly tarnished project'? </div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSHd-DpIHjVX6CVx324BqT4jZnQelbGK6CMC-foqqBIklGPhkWPHhz4iBzKHQnGFjFe9Ukw0JMxgju4lFGL292LsoM6qs0fY_UWTzroylE_uZuFjfra6jkAz8eaF2ILzT0woB9/s1600/P8100003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="81" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSHd-DpIHjVX6CVx324BqT4jZnQelbGK6CMC-foqqBIklGPhkWPHhz4iBzKHQnGFjFe9Ukw0JMxgju4lFGL292LsoM6qs0fY_UWTzroylE_uZuFjfra6jkAz8eaF2ILzT0woB9/s400/P8100003.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div align="center">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
The strips became little soldiers lined up waiting to become blocks. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I hope to spend more time in my sewing room this week. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I promise to share as soon as there's something to share.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Are you enjoying pieceful days?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-19659413467929530392013-08-09T09:53:00.002-07:002013-08-12T16:32:26.394-07:00Slightly Tarnished Project - Found<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
When I opened the stash closet door I was prepared to spend a few minutes (or longer) searching for my 'slightly tarnished project'. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Imagine my surprise when I spotted that 'diamond in the rough' - it was sparkling and taunting me. :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I discovered four Honey Buns of Happy Camper by American Jane for Moda. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I had enough background fabric so it was obvious to me; it was meant to be. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgetMHv7PY4W_ijzQBJyO0o41QWNtTYxYSqEk70AHR9jy_Le2lWqCjOWvsM0fNMB_scfbKg-zCR6ZfGPb-gJ4vxi1rrnCE6cNnwu7Ows8kOodCftEbhs8am3pfv9WstuVSKUftQ/s1600/P8070002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgetMHv7PY4W_ijzQBJyO0o41QWNtTYxYSqEk70AHR9jy_Le2lWqCjOWvsM0fNMB_scfbKg-zCR6ZfGPb-gJ4vxi1rrnCE6cNnwu7Ows8kOodCftEbhs8am3pfv9WstuVSKUftQ/s320/P8070002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Back in 2010 Carrie of Miss Rosie's Quilt Co introduced a pattern called Short Line using these fabrics. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Who am I to argue? LOL</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I pressed my background fabric and one Honey Bun and got busy. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm sewing miles and miles and I'll be ready to show some progress tomorrow. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I hope you consider digging through your stash in search of a 'slightly tarnished project'. </div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0jf-cpRy-GTEB3YK3ODRH9_90_h0q2v4b7MdjoepUk19MZnUewm_nxFMC1kzSpSYGtA-LnsyldYRPhIlbOC0B6Wu3vBoi0fRe6IByv0vULkanN4-pbs7TeijYeCindoW45v75/s1600/P8070003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0jf-cpRy-GTEB3YK3ODRH9_90_h0q2v4b7MdjoepUk19MZnUewm_nxFMC1kzSpSYGtA-LnsyldYRPhIlbOC0B6Wu3vBoi0fRe6IByv0vULkanN4-pbs7TeijYeCindoW45v75/s320/P8070003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Pieces parts of my Postage Stamp quilt. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'll be working on another section this week end, as well. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
One more thing - September is coming - do you know what that means?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
teehee!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm off to enjoy another pieceful day - I hope you're doing the same.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<br />Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-67186691067255724482013-08-08T11:18:00.001-07:002013-08-08T11:18:51.243-07:00Time to Ride Again!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Actually, it's Time to Sew Again!!!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'm ready...</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
1. new blade in my Olfa cutter (Splash is hiding - grrr) - <em><strong>check</strong></em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">I have one blade holder marked "used" and one marked "new".</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">This way I dispose of the old blade in a safe manner and don't confuse myself at the same time.</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
2. new needle in my machine - <em><strong>check</strong></em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
3. 10 bobbins wound - <strong><em>check </em></strong></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">After I've used all ten bobbins I know it's time to do some dusting & cleaning</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;"></span> </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
4. chase the dust bunnies out of my machine - <em><strong>check</strong></em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqw6UaO6XLqSqDkDiY4MCkg4mvQo_bxF9AVhUDyc7KWhWK8HheBl_rHSvBcwqwvWRwYcmXfblZPiGvlkhJyYf5uteK_IKFlJ7EauzW8IDM3KesYmhOL5VNV6lSuiZQ71-nSs9/s1600/P8060001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqw6UaO6XLqSqDkDiY4MCkg4mvQo_bxF9AVhUDyc7KWhWK8HheBl_rHSvBcwqwvWRwYcmXfblZPiGvlkhJyYf5uteK_IKFlJ7EauzW8IDM3KesYmhOL5VNV6lSuiZQ71-nSs9/s320/P8060001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Now it's time to find a project. I find myself getting distracted by the 'shiny things' (new fabric/new patterns). </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I completely dismiss the 'slightly tarnished things' hidden in my stash closet. Sigh!! </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
They once were shiny things I had to have ... why did they lose their appeal? </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I've decided I need to right that wrong. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm going to dig for a slightly tarnished shiny thing to start working on. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Hopefully I won't have to dig too deep. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Wish me luck and stay tuned. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
:-)</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Have your days been pieceful?</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-51689471771209400302013-08-05T18:54:00.003-07:002013-08-07T22:29:12.342-07:00Borders, Bindings and Backings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I've had a handful of fun 'pieceful' days.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I hope you have, as well.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
And, now it's time to make some borders, bindings and backings decisions.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNMkrjy3S2nW77YWlScTtxiSCvTIXuAK6iTuREXZkvBj-T9DN6IXI2R4Ir_nqUyak1z6fQHvT4EfmY_z4R0rlYVatQ_a8Rz5I_gmLgYv9oF6QgLUr6UQF8GpvZPeQDEwn7we8n/s1600/P8030006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNMkrjy3S2nW77YWlScTtxiSCvTIXuAK6iTuREXZkvBj-T9DN6IXI2R4Ir_nqUyak1z6fQHvT4EfmY_z4R0rlYVatQ_a8Rz5I_gmLgYv9oF6QgLUr6UQF8GpvZPeQDEwn7we8n/s320/P8030006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Remember this one? </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
This is Dashing by <a href="http://www.thepatternbasket.com/">The Pattern Basket</a> made with Happy Go Lucky by Bonnie and Camille for Moda.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Last time you saw it I needed to add the final border (I selected my binding, as well).</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Now, it's time to select my backing. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVzrTaXZGpwShMIfib0dQqQIg3FVu45Wgq4-DPfCZcfgdDCQBVw2fWwcJyodVruK1wya3JdyzD3VnlwgcCpmBTZNjiVrdQUVyF71LxlSQusFCeox2L9plNHkO4K0Nw-QDCgZDD/s1600/P8030007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVzrTaXZGpwShMIfib0dQqQIg3FVu45Wgq4-DPfCZcfgdDCQBVw2fWwcJyodVruK1wya3JdyzD3VnlwgcCpmBTZNjiVrdQUVyF71LxlSQusFCeox2L9plNHkO4K0Nw-QDCgZDD/s400/P8030007.JPG" width="356" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Remember the Avalon jelly roll I cut last week? </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
This pattern is Hash Tag by <a href="http://www.camilleroskelley.typepad.com/">Camille Roskelley</a> and designed specifically for a class she's teaching on <a href="http://craftsy./">Craftsy.</a> </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I already have backing however, I need to select the border and binding. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Do you have any suggestions?</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8c8nLghSoH6_hEXJHuf6lXOOvqgDDfSjouR6divB975piYEywyyt9FSwTIPeNC15IatmrkRbmLZ4fihpbljaQIyHjkyCvoXmWX26MaQl7cR5UBostWpgDbfJFDaOCScmWj_3V/s1600/P8030008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="118" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8c8nLghSoH6_hEXJHuf6lXOOvqgDDfSjouR6divB975piYEywyyt9FSwTIPeNC15IatmrkRbmLZ4fihpbljaQIyHjkyCvoXmWX26MaQl7cR5UBostWpgDbfJFDaOCScmWj_3V/s400/P8030008.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Last but not least another section of my Postage Stamp quilt.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
:-)</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Wishing you lots of pieceful days. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Thank you for visiting!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-49409516576899851652013-08-01T21:02:00.000-07:002013-08-05T16:35:14.515-07:00Something New and More!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
August is a new month!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2vKosm2jwYkndN860UEFBrC5CCO8OW6sWmB8wQ36Iws_fMbdqzwynxWIKp6s3FSsADcSz5eEHiub3jpcdaL7ZP5DLt3E-394UaQ2eKa9up7_D3m5WVFT7jB2yIao0kEz_nX0x/s1600/P7300005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2vKosm2jwYkndN860UEFBrC5CCO8OW6sWmB8wQ36Iws_fMbdqzwynxWIKp6s3FSsADcSz5eEHiub3jpcdaL7ZP5DLt3E-394UaQ2eKa9up7_D3m5WVFT7jB2yIao0kEz_nX0x/s320/P7300005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
A new project with my Avalon jelly roll by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda. </div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYw4ox4c_PJTLgp-gxjWFOIyCa-FuJFERAQAtrwjSutRI5RHzdxGmSeBrduQ8Bvnq8Jp-uSOHhH2eTC4pcPR8tNt0ruGuUc0EyolnK5njK_dM6Gn1lk_USLycsuvkoxQiu_NfG/s1600/P5200007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYw4ox4c_PJTLgp-gxjWFOIyCa-FuJFERAQAtrwjSutRI5RHzdxGmSeBrduQ8Bvnq8Jp-uSOHhH2eTC4pcPR8tNt0ruGuUc0EyolnK5njK_dM6Gn1lk_USLycsuvkoxQiu_NfG/s320/P5200007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Remember when I cut 2" squares from scraps of Bliss, Ruby, Vintage Modern, Marmalade & Happy Go Lucky by Bonnie & Camille for Moda? </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
They took another tumble in the dryer because I added some Scrumptious. :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitrepujnclRmENFwesSadupjKqTRSeOdqrSKVZSQYQ1nDIpq6e903xYqg3KT9dLMoqIsH0gJ4IjQtK55FrAPWDJMcIDGXzWocXaP_VCBJ4WatyVZ49CeOSszjrTOHx4mOIieYt/s1600/P7280004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="132" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitrepujnclRmENFwesSadupjKqTRSeOdqrSKVZSQYQ1nDIpq6e903xYqg3KT9dLMoqIsH0gJ4IjQtK55FrAPWDJMcIDGXzWocXaP_VCBJ4WatyVZ49CeOSszjrTOHx4mOIieYt/s640/P7280004.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I have finally started what I'm calling my Postage Stamp project. There are many definitions of Postage Stamp quilts - in my world - this is a Postage Stamp quilt. LOL</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm lovin' it and will share as it grows. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Recently I had some problems with my e-mail - I could see the icons but couldn't actually see the e-mails. My Tech Guru (Mr Daze) and I decided I needed to delete everything so he could work on reinstalling stuff. Everything is working again - whew - so if I missed an e-mail from you please forgive me. </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I appreciate your visit and wish you pieceful days!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-51049610842792371732013-07-16T11:40:00.000-07:002013-08-01T11:27:10.242-07:00Fragments<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Dealing with fragments and focusing on nothing. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Not to worry...it's all good! :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I've had to deal with some family issues, thankfully not with my immediate family, just the "nuts" on our family tree. LOL </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH6tIGXLpox4bqj_M3hP5Zedbe6zztZS9PQ3D5BCoIfepp6AZG04nMXFapvHnBzD1PgR5gGrngEXJCHHEC7wcUAkuHrvqmzPg8pRcFObr5QZ2iMaigd3X1HUGRna79J8Zr89kj/s1600/P7120002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH6tIGXLpox4bqj_M3hP5Zedbe6zztZS9PQ3D5BCoIfepp6AZG04nMXFapvHnBzD1PgR5gGrngEXJCHHEC7wcUAkuHrvqmzPg8pRcFObr5QZ2iMaigd3X1HUGRna79J8Zr89kj/s320/P7120002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div align="center">
</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
I've allowed myself fragments of time to do some sewing. woohoo!!! </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
At the very last minute I decided to participate in the 2013 Mystery BOM from <a href="http://www.thefatquartershop.com/">The Fat Quarter Shop</a>. woohoo!!! </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
I've promised myself that I will assemble each block as soon as the kit arrives so I don't get behind. You know me and BOM projects. LOL </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Blocks 1 and 2 - done - woohoo!!!</div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYlBXVYq-W-Nhd9HjgGqQv16G6OX6EyNb9TxFYtUyMkOjeBEL-KFpPltIE-V1guR_DpwtgTRg6cBQm2sFjkNlu-8dczyYo1Lisl42ycKPti3gvJ2HJxisGSdLuzdTfhwHW47_A/s1600/P7120001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYlBXVYq-W-Nhd9HjgGqQv16G6OX6EyNb9TxFYtUyMkOjeBEL-KFpPltIE-V1guR_DpwtgTRg6cBQm2sFjkNlu-8dczyYo1Lisl42ycKPti3gvJ2HJxisGSdLuzdTfhwHW47_A/s320/P7120001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.temeculaquiltco.com/">The Temecula Quilt Co</a> started a challenge ... make a tiny (2" finished) basket block every day between July 1 and August 30. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I thought it would be fun to participate - gives me a reason to spend some time in my sewing room every day. I'm sure you've seen versions of this adorable block all over blogland. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I decided to go back to the 30's for my version. :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Thank you for stopping by to visit with me. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I hope to be back real soon to share another project or two. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Enjoy a pieceful day.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-57604819530262815582013-06-22T08:29:00.000-07:002013-07-15T09:50:43.861-07:00Y'all Ready for This?????<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWZsQTA-j1Xawl3qly8BVDjEjipo6N5Bo3LsQ0fpgYqgqcsL2gEzdJASG_8Xo7m2Bu5SX5W97sn96oHsguAXSt-NC2HxIcay5DiDXoKdQqDXWoQntHDcupJwhmcRPn9pdhf0yj/s1600/splash+rotary+cutter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWZsQTA-j1Xawl3qly8BVDjEjipo6N5Bo3LsQ0fpgYqgqcsL2gEzdJASG_8Xo7m2Bu5SX5W97sn96oHsguAXSt-NC2HxIcay5DiDXoKdQqDXWoQntHDcupJwhmcRPn9pdhf0yj/s1600/splash+rotary+cutter.jpg" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Y'all ready for this????? </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
:-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I have a new Olfa Splash Rotary Cutter</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It's so Purdy it makes me smile! :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Seriously!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Look at it! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Are you smiling, too? :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I haven't used it yet but now I'm anxious to find a new project or two just so I can use it.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It comes with a brand spanking new shiny, sharp blade. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I just know it'll cut like <em><strong>buttah</strong></em>!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
OMG, I can hardly wait to open the package - yes it's still in the package! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
What do you think...should I come back to show you what project(s) I have decided to cut?</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I hope my silly post has made you truly Laugh Out Loud. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
We need more laughs in our lives - it's a crazy world. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Don't forget to tell me whether or not you're interested in seeing what I cut with my new</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Olfa Splash Rotary Cutter! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
In Friendship!</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com48tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-49953486632757872972013-06-20T14:24:00.000-07:002013-06-20T14:24:02.907-07:00I'm so excited...<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">and I just can't hide it.</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm about to lose control</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">and I think I like it!!!</span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
(gotta love the Pointer Sisters) </div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><em>In Friendship!</em></span></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-66320281209116606022013-06-11T20:35:00.002-07:002013-06-17T08:14:19.291-07:00Winner and Thank you!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Thank you so much for celebrating my 7th anniversary in blogging! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I appreciate all your compliments and comments on my blog makeover.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I find myself questioning whether or not I'm on the correct blog when I open it. LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
A HUGE thank you to Kimberly and staff at the <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/">Fat Quarter Shop</a> for their generous assistance with this awesome prize. I appreciate it very much! </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
The winner of the Baby Jane fat quarter bundle by Eric and Julie Comstock for Moda is:</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.latimerlane.blogspot.com/">Abby from Latimer Lane</a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Congratulation, Abby!!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'll e-mail you to get all your information so your prize can be shipped.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUa2bEk26GBhT_y8tH5XHFqrgd9tQPLwbrcTP0_Zm0aOrwlBmABRLP-izYhEUd9T_Cw7wriU20iuHkqCz4IaPZdNNiez8MWn3I_f8eKp9L4rO-Vy32UXBwBZGMIx4TH0g0vQQ/s1600/BabyJane-FQB-450.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUa2bEk26GBhT_y8tH5XHFqrgd9tQPLwbrcTP0_Zm0aOrwlBmABRLP-izYhEUd9T_Cw7wriU20iuHkqCz4IaPZdNNiez8MWn3I_f8eKp9L4rO-Vy32UXBwBZGMIx4TH0g0vQQ/s320/BabyJane-FQB-450.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Again, thank you so much!</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-17648780883963371642013-06-09T22:19:00.000-07:002013-06-11T20:00:06.821-07:007 Year Twitch!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">This giveaway is now closed! Thank you!</span></strong></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9YAtZH0VHjJD6jMu97fr7mAciccDxMYQHZsBiswyx7h3CCBqA7Yt-L4JqAPahaIRs6zwguo6Vw-nPk0CzAC8Z2Qn9uvcxpcIKtr-jQOXTmbpmXNXye0A_8UGOuDfMBE2HeJBX/s1600/number+7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9YAtZH0VHjJD6jMu97fr7mAciccDxMYQHZsBiswyx7h3CCBqA7Yt-L4JqAPahaIRs6zwguo6Vw-nPk0CzAC8Z2Qn9uvcxpcIKtr-jQOXTmbpmXNXye0A_8UGOuDfMBE2HeJBX/s400/number+7.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<strong>It's time to celebrate my 7th anniversary in blogging!</strong></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I was chatting with a dear friend recently about my lack of blog posts and that it was almost time to celebrate 7 years. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
She immediately decided that I've been suffering with the <strong><em>7 Year Twitch</em></strong> - LOL</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I had to laugh for awhile and then readily agreed with her. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
BTW, how do you like my makeover? Another very dear friend heard that I was very bored with my blog and offered to give it a total makeover. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'm in love with my new look (fresher & brighter) and told her over and over that she captured ME. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Wouldn't you agree?</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
The timing was perfect because it's another reason to celebrate 7 Years!</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxdqpwsc0pMtY13wsTNR2LS5xUHRn6YBTrqscQeRt71Zqh_waRt7ktmFjWIp9Lt5IrUJq4uOd5nyXq7HkwkvmctSnKZuY50lIypsRAfwP-wb4eB5PTcMMs87aMG48sh8Su6Ifu/s1600/BabyJane-FQB-450.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxdqpwsc0pMtY13wsTNR2LS5xUHRn6YBTrqscQeRt71Zqh_waRt7ktmFjWIp9Lt5IrUJq4uOd5nyXq7HkwkvmctSnKZuY50lIypsRAfwP-wb4eB5PTcMMs87aMG48sh8Su6Ifu/s320/BabyJane-FQB-450.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I'm keeping it simple this year to give you an opportunity to win this fat quarter bundle of Baby Jane by Eric and Julie Comstock for<a href="http://www.modafabrics.com/"> Moda</a> from <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/nli.asp?iid=87248">The Fat Quarter Shop</a>.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<strong>Leave a comment telling me how many years you've been blogging.</strong> </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Please be sure I have a way to contact you if you're a winner.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Also, keeping this short and sweet - I'll draw a winner sometime Tuesday, June 11.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">My</span> <span style="font-size: x-small;">first blog post was on June 11, 2006</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Thank you for celebrating with me!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com114tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29563767.post-67975401444953787372013-05-22T12:34:00.004-07:002013-06-09T10:23:18.527-07:00Scrap and Fluff<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I've been busy, busy, busy with life (grandchildren, etc)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
A couple of weeks ago I had an overwhelming desire to sew but didn't have anything prepared and ready to go. :-( I had a busy day ahead of me so there was no time to figure out what I wanted to do. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjasNaFFsQkVFejAvwZuR6fGEdZFZZZxLKetQSfqA1NVgOM3g5iv8y414QWxfOq-P_LJKrbsqq7Wc-p0O3x3VbkTocH69UC2tjJuPDqOOkNnZCP4woD41WppVQ0bs-OCiPl1k53/s1600/P5150004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="285" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjasNaFFsQkVFejAvwZuR6fGEdZFZZZxLKetQSfqA1NVgOM3g5iv8y414QWxfOq-P_LJKrbsqq7Wc-p0O3x3VbkTocH69UC2tjJuPDqOOkNnZCP4woD41WppVQ0bs-OCiPl1k53/s400/P5150004.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Since then I've spent fleeting moments of time cutting from my Bonnie and Camille scraps - Bliss, Vintage Modern, Ruby, Marmalade and Happy Go Lucky.</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOcV7wrLK_ShRE882ZEK7U3yVFCNZQzc0fH_eZqh4ghfq8LqmC_gyRvBTY30pCPxj_TfMZjE65lHK-1zFqFwVbPwjFQ8g-rqnKFx4R1QiL20jGmmodXbt8U3oxNUnOhlknWImJ/s1600/P5200005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="313" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOcV7wrLK_ShRE882ZEK7U3yVFCNZQzc0fH_eZqh4ghfq8LqmC_gyRvBTY30pCPxj_TfMZjE65lHK-1zFqFwVbPwjFQ8g-rqnKFx4R1QiL20jGmmodXbt8U3oxNUnOhlknWImJ/s400/P5200005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
My project requires lots of white squares, too. :-)</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizOc8KcvcJJGYT9pMq-RrQ0CEhqlVx_A7QPrWkq5aWj8Cu2OxZNK4-BVBL7cRS6qCwfpO2uuZTugadPz7JjhNy6MLlvkBZ6qrkvYA2DCM4CYseYweT5SU4UvEWrVwyIivqymRA/s1600/P5200006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizOc8KcvcJJGYT9pMq-RrQ0CEhqlVx_A7QPrWkq5aWj8Cu2OxZNK4-BVBL7cRS6qCwfpO2uuZTugadPz7JjhNy6MLlvkBZ6qrkvYA2DCM4CYseYweT5SU4UvEWrVwyIivqymRA/s400/P5200006.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Once I cut my scraps I knew I needed to mix them up. I decided to toss them in my dryer set on "air fluff" for approximately 2 minutes. <br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTdTDceZsK3vKejEJR5WzvwOg6_KlgB4789WAAn1OZTuWfYru5tJfR49irjtAbzvb5tfSPjhLkgEuoe5_v1MJnhLwAVTGRgzW4dxiOCLaGU8J3IDbUPc-EYgTYrKCk2ErI0afW/s1600/P5200007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTdTDceZsK3vKejEJR5WzvwOg6_KlgB4789WAAn1OZTuWfYru5tJfR49irjtAbzvb5tfSPjhLkgEuoe5_v1MJnhLwAVTGRgzW4dxiOCLaGU8J3IDbUPc-EYgTYrKCk2ErI0afW/s400/P5200007.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Tossed and ready to go! :-)<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTGaprH_j6exP183JP-DVG2xyXK31f_n4dYVmK4RcGsevhOhI0W7WwTyVFXX780ttpze0P-IIoiwZ40Q-xjM-BvW8HsTaWvricIRfGROGSjx2fyZ-EGeTPDE7915TJWS2VaFlz/s1600/P5200008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTGaprH_j6exP183JP-DVG2xyXK31f_n4dYVmK4RcGsevhOhI0W7WwTyVFXX780ttpze0P-IIoiwZ40Q-xjM-BvW8HsTaWvricIRfGROGSjx2fyZ-EGeTPDE7915TJWS2VaFlz/s400/P5200008.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
And, the container with my white squares.</div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em><strong>Can you guess what I'm prepared to make?</strong></em></div>
<br />
Now when the overwhelming urge to sew happens I'll be ready to sew for as long as I have. <br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Can I get a woohoo!!! LOL</div>
<br />
I don't know when I'll be back with another post but I'm sure it'll happen soon. Please continue to bear with me. <br />
<br />
Keep in mind that my 7th anniversary in blogging is coming up soon (yes 7 years - whew)<br />
<br />
I hope you're enjoying many pieceful days. <br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<em>In Friendship!</em><br />
<em></em><br />
<em>Edit: I don't know what's happening with the first three pictures but I'll try to fix them. grrrr</em></div>
Darlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06889819189264646562noreply@blogger.com43