Jellyroll Goodness

My first ever jellyroll - Lilac Hill by Brannock & Patek for Moda. This lovely arrived in my mail and I am so excited! How does one unroll this? I mean it looks so pretty and fits my table decorations perfectly. I bought this from Carol of Life & Sew Much More (this is her new blog and well worth checking out!)

Go check out the giveaway Green Fairy Quilts is having. Lovely prizes. More importantly Judi and hubby are raising funds for a mission trip to Romania.

Ms Cha Cha says Meow - translated that means Hello and ....

HAPPY QUILTING TO ALL!

My scripture reference for today "He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son." 1 John 5:10

Sewing Again!

No pictures today. My crazy schedule finally gave me an opportunity to sew last night and again this morning. My parents are off on the long drive back to Mississippi. We had a wonderful weekend. It is always sad to see them go.

I have started my surprises for the Santa Sack 2 and am quite pleased with the results so far. I spent time this morning working on the stars for my Lucky Stars quilt. That one will hopefully be on my bed by the time it gets cold (for a day or so! - Florida Ha Ha!) in late December or early January.

Ms Cha Cha has decided the kitchen cabinets are off limits for a few days. This morning I was at the sewing machine and my eye caught movement by the computer desk. Cha Cha was "sneaking" up on a piece of ribbon. She has her "prize" safely hidden under the bed. Cats! I'm off to work.

HAPPY QUILTING TO ALL!

My scripture reference for the day “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.  But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.” Psalms 1:1-2

Cat Retraining - Day Two

Day Two of Cat "Retraining" could not have gone better had I planned it. I wanted a bowl from the back of a kitchen cabinet which required removing a bunch of plastic bowls to reach. Everything was sitting on the counter. I stopped for a bathroom break. The next thing I heard was a "surprised" cat scream, falling plastic and then a herd of elephants (one 10 lb cat in full flight!) trampling down the hall. Ms Cha Cha decided she was safer under the bed! Ha!

I took great pleasure is lifting the bed skirt to see the wide green eyes and say - Stay off the kitchen counter! This accident was worth having to clean up the kitchen!

I do believe I should avoid the computer when feeling under the weather. Look what came in the mail yesterday ...

Such a cute pattern! Perfect for a wall hanging for my friend who loves owls. This is Remember Whoo Loves You by Acorn Quilt & Gift Company. I only remember buying one more item but I will wait until it comes to show you.

HAPPY QUILTING TO ALL!

My scripture reference for today -"Love ye therefore the stranger: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt." Deuteronomy 10:19

Summer Cold Gone & Things

My summer cold finally ran its course. I have had no energy for a couple of weeks and haven't been doing much more than dreaming of quilting. But all is well! This weekend I sat at the sewing machine for a few hours. The result is this little pouch for my niece to keep her "treasurers" in. All it needs is a button. This is scrap material and a "make it up as you go" sort of pouch. An 8 year old should enjoy.

I won a giveaway from Kansas Troubles Quilters. My prize was a Snow Bloom charm pack. Look at all the amazing goodies sent with the charm pack - 4 wonderful quilt patterns, the cutest little 2.5 x 2.5 precut fabric AND the adorable tin holding the charm pack. I am in love with the tin. Thanks so much Kansas Troubles Quilters!

One day when I was feeling better yet not up to sewing I ordered the Which Witch pattern I have been coveting from Crazy Old Ladies. I got plans for this!

I do so envy all of the wonderful people who write patterns! Maybe one day!

I signed up to participate in FRIENDS SWAP 2011 being sponsored by Khris of Sew Prim Khris. Go check it out. The swap partners will be assigned August 19, 2011 - we get to spy on our partners and then send them 7 gifts representing the letters in FRIENDS. I was a part of the 2010 swap and had an absolutely wonderful time! I am looking forward to 2011.

My swap partner for the Santa Sack Swap 2 was assigned. She is Rooee of Rooee's Confetti. I'm looking for any "secret information" you might have about this person. Feel free to e-mail me any and all details! It is lots of fun to try to figure out what will make your swap partner smile.

This upcoming weekend is family time - my parents are coming from Mississippi. I very excited. I don't get to see them as often as I would like. Yet part of me would really prefer to be able to quilt - Family comes first!

Ms Cha Cha has been enjoying me feeling down.  She has been up to no good and I have ignored her behaviour. Imagine her "shock" when I  "suggested" she get off the kitchen counter this morning. She is now in my "cat retraining program!" How easily a cat forgets!

HAPPY QUILTING TO ALL!

My scripture for the day "Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right." Ephesians 6:1