Yet Another Project

I haven't been doing much sewing lately, just too lazy I guess. I have been watching alot of the new shows on TV and playing Xbox. I have several projects that need finishing up. I really promised myself that I would finish Nicky's quilt, the JellyBeans quilts, the tumblers, the friendship stars and a few others that I had started. But I am just not motivated. Soooo, I started another one. When I went to Joann's last Saturday, I also bought a new template (50% off). Do you see it there? I never remove the paper from these, because the paper helps keep it from sliding. It's a windmill block and it's super easy. In this one I have used some of the bright cheerful colors. This quilt will be for a child. I have big plans on making some in manly colors, girly colors and kids colors. Just how far do you think I'll get before I get bored with this one? Has anyone noticed the hidden Mickeys?

ATisket A Tasket February Block

I thought it would be getting easier but I am still having trouble with applique. I am just not happy with my own work and it took me the whole weekend to do this much. (You can use the link on the right for the free pattern)

On a better note, I went to Joanns and purchased a 25 yard bolt of white muslin. It was on sale for $1.49 yard and I am always running out.

Fabric Plates

Ever since Vicki made these coasters, I have wanted to make some too. I broke down and bought the book and found the rope at Family Dollar just as she said. Last night I made this plate (aka hot pad). It was a beautiful small piece of batik in a rich dark green color. At first I had planned on using different color fabrics which is why I used a taupe colored thread. I should have used a dark color thread and I should have read her advise on how to taper the end. But I don't think it's all that bad for a first try and I have plenty left over to make a set of coasters. As for making a bowl...... well maybe.


Even though I have been on an Xbox 360 binge lately, I have been doing some sewing. I have made over 30 string blocks and have also started a log cabin with those recycled shirts. But there isn't much to show so this goofy fabric plate is all there is for now.

Hope your day is super spectacular.

My Birthday Blocks

The last two of my Birthday Blocks arrived the other day from Laurie and Susan. I have now received all 11 (plus one extra) blocks. Almost everyone made blocks that were very similar in design but radically different in color (I requested florals). I am not quite sure what to do with them now but I'm sure they'll get used in one quilt or another.

I actually finished something

I'm not even sure when I started this. I'm not even sure where I got the charm pack. It might have come from AuntAnn but I just don't remember. Anyway, I finally got around to putting some sort of border on it. It will make a nice quilt for a teenage girl. But I'll let Mary decide where she will donate it.