Puffs

This past week has been a disaster.... beautiful weather outside, but not too sunny inside. What is it about noses.... as soon as I start sniffling, sneezing, and blowing, my nose turns red. I'm not fond of looking like a sister to Rudolph, so my only answer is PUFFS. They truly work miracles for me. Soft and gentle on the nose, but strong and efficient to do the work required. No more Rudolph in my family tree!

Long Time Coming

It took over a year, but here it is... the top is all done and ready to go to the quilters. Heading to Duluth on Tuesday with my quilting buddies and will take this Double Wedding Ring quilt to be quilted.

It was started over a year ago, and took a long time to complete... several steps in the process, and I lost interest half way through. Wasn't sure about the brown center squares but now that I see it done, I really like it!

Another UFO (unfinished objects) that can be crossed off my list!!

Two Month Silence

I can't believe it has been two months since my last post. What could possibly be the reason?

Perhaps you are thinking the rain washed me away!

We have certainly had enough rain - if we didn't live on this sand plain, we would need Noah's blueprints!

The garden is doing great, but it could use some sunshine (more than one hour a week) to ripen the strawberries and such. I have been very busy sewing since me outdoor time is limited between rain showers... made another quilt, and a new purse.

Did I mention it has been raining? I'm getting a little irritated - not really. I'm getting a LOT irritated because I need sun too!

My real reason for not posting in two months - (drum roll please) is because I can't get my pictures out of my camera and onto my computer. And I'm too busy and irritated to figure out why!

Hitting the Wall

John & I spent the weekend in Duluth and it was good to see that my typical interests there fared well through the winter. Walking along the Superior shores I enjoyed the water still splashing on the rocks...

seagulls still fly friendly missions over the heads of visitors...

mass numbers of people still enjoy walking the pier to the lighthouse...

George Washington still keeps a close watch on the liftbridge...

and, way off on the horizon a large ship could be seen hauling unknown cargo...

It was a beautiful day to enjoy a return to Duluth!

Progressing on Projects

Another month has flown by and I was able to make some more progress on my sewing projects. Last Friday Barb, Sandy, and I spent the day sewing at Millie P's - what a fun time! They pamper us with chocolate and lunch. We provide the chatter and laughter.

So, what did I get done? Well, I put all the borders around all 30 blocks in my Simply Sweet quilt.... now I just have to sew them all together.

Then, I started and almost completed a St. Patrick's Day tablerunner. Only needs the borders added on each end. Will be ready to use next year!

Over the last month I also completed all 24 blocks of stars for my Christmas quilt borders. My mom is embroidering the center panels and almost has them done. Hopefully next month I can show you the finished project!

Awe, such a great feeling to see progress being made!!

Freshly Painted

I'm giddy with joy - my office and half-bath have a new paint job! It wasn't without sacrifice, but then what good things in life are?! I purchased a gallon of paint a year ago with the lovely name of Koala - was suppose to be a creamy brown color. When I removed the lid to paint, to my surprise it was the same peachy color as the scrapbook room. What happened I will never know:( Anyhow, I went to the hardware store and brought home all of their paint samples for brown paint.

After deciding on a color, I went back for the paint. Come to find out, the one I chose was displayed on one of their walls. I didn't like the looks of it, so chose a lighter color named Macadamia. Then I came home and started painting, and painting, and painting.

A couple days later, with sore back and muscles, I was very happy with the results. Gone was the Pistachio green color, replaced by the new Macadamia brown color. NOTE: I must love colors that have food names.

And now, to make Tawnya (Miss Osha) happy - here is a picture of the kid-friendly, no sharp corners, soft top foot stool/coffee table for our living room. If kids run into it, they should just bounce right off - no bleeding or stitches required!

Doesn't it look comfy with the conversational couches around it?! I enjoy resting my weary bones in this spot. Come sit a spell with me when you can!

Twofer

Several years ago I purchased a fabric kit and pattern to make a Springtime wreath. The fabric is very playful with bunnies, carrots, and tulips.

Since I'm working on completing projects left undone years ago.... this one certainly qualified. After sewing the first wreath...

I realized there was enough fabric left to make a second wreath. What a delight! Two for the price of one.

I still have to add an orange bow, but then they will be ready for quilting. Won't that be cute hanging on my wall? Plus there will be an extra one to give away!