Need More Time

Mason's wound is not healing the way it should, they are putting silver nitrate on it in hopes it will close up. We spent most of last week running between doctors appointments trying to get him healed enough for school to start. I am thrilled to say he made it through the first day of school yesterday without incident, although the wound is still trying to heal. But it isn't looking real promising that they got all of the cyst during the first surgery 9 weeks ago. Running between the appointment will stopped off at the book store to pick up reading for the waiting rooms. Mason got gamer magazines and I got quilting magazines... big surprise, huh?

And look what I found inside directions to make a laptop sleeve. How funny is that. Of course I like my version better. I really do need to make a couple more of these. Guess I will read their directions and see if I can incorporate anything into mine that makes it easier.

There was also an article about making tote bags using trims. Another thing that I can add to my list of projects. And look what Diane emailed me, a tutorial on making the raggedy edge bags. How awesome is that. I mentioned it to Kim last night and she is already picking out colors for her new bag. Just not enough hours in the day. Wonder if my husband would let me quit my real job, stay at home and sew all day.

Purchase for the Pattern

I am glad to finally get the kids back on a regular schedule. School started today. The tax free weekend took up most of my spare time the past few days. Kim is really into plaids this year. Most of the clothes bought were plaid. Then we ran into this bag while out shopping.

Normally I wouldn't buy one but I figured it is no different than spending money on a pattern. Kim is interested in making some for herself and friends to use for school. It is just the right size to put a couple notebooks into. Not sure I really like the raggedy detail on the bag and it probably won't hold up. It is lined with that cheap plastic lining. At least I have something to pattern off that I know she likes.

And I did start cutting on the Purina quilt. Now that was stressful. To know these shirts have been around for a couple decades and couldn't be replaced. More photos coming soon when I get a chance to work on it.

Plaids

Several months ago I won a give away on a blog. Not only did she send me a fabulous embroidered wall hanging she sent a stack of plaid fabrics in different sizes and shapes. I finally pieced them together. For some reason these just scream (maybe holler is a better word) cowboy to me. I am thinking about cowboy boots or a hat appliqued in the middle. It will be a little while before I work on this again. Kids start school on Monday and I am excited about working on the Purina quilt. My mom gave me some creative ideas that I can't wait to incorporate into the quilt. So between another doctors appointment and school clothes shopping the Purina quilt should come together.

Terry's Treasures Blogiversary Giveaway

I am becoming more mezmorized by incorporating embroidery with quilting. Terry has a great give away on her blog for her blogiversary. Go check it out you won't be disappointed. Of course these are my favorite patterns. Now just to find an extra 20 hours a day to sew.

Very Refreshing

I have had a few less than great swaps from swapbot. But every now and then I get a fabulous swapper than understands.

The swap was a color themed pink and green. See the embroidered flip flops? Those are on some great dishtowels. I might even be able to get Kim to do dishes with those. A journal, tissues, tissue holder, fabric, lace, vintage hankies... not one but three and more fabric, some of it even has lady bugs on it. She followed the rules of the swap, she notified me when she was late. She read my profile. Very refreshing, it really made my day.

There might be some bad news in this swap... I might have to start collecting vintage hankies. They are so adorable and really brought me back to my childhood.

Funny How That Works

We moved Mason into his "apartment" bedroom on the main floor of our house over the weekend. His room looks great. If he wasn't laying in his bed this morning I would show you a photo of it. We even moved in the loveseat recliner in there for him. Of course he just loves it. He moved into the smallest bedroom in the house and now has 1/4 of the closet space he had before so everything he didn't need or want is now scattered all over the house. Funny how it works that way. My craft room looks like a fabric bomb blew up in there. I sewed for about 30 minutes Friday night and haven't touched the machine since.

I did find these cute little guys during the room shuffle over the weekend. I had made a friend at work a dozen bibs for her little guy but ran out of snaps. This got tucked away in a box about 10 months ago.

I have a couple days of vacation that I will lose if I don't take soon. I am thinking about taking at least one day off this week just to give the house some needed attention.

Zipper Critters

I have got to get this pattern. What a fun way to use all the extra zippers I have. Now I just need to find an extra 15 hours each day.

$9.99
Pattern for pups, cats and a pig created with zipper mouths that also can double as a hidden pocket. Use miss-matched fabrics and notions to add character to your critter design. Makes a wonderful keepsake of yours or a friend's beloved companion. Larger critters are approximately 5"x8" and smaller are 3 1/2" x 3 ½." Small size can be attached to a lanyard for adorning a backpack.

Aren't they just the cutest things.

More Red and White Checkerboard

I warned about the red and white. This is where my head is today with the quilt. I will probably look nothing like this when I am done.

My proportions and sizes are not right. This more of a layout for me than anything else. The bright blue squares will be denim, some of it given to me by my Mom. I might actually cut into these tonight. If Rex knew if would be laid out flat on the ground clutching his chest in sheer horror.

I had to go check the Purina website to make sure the checkboard had red in the corners and not white. I was correct it is red.

My friend G that was sewing with me over the weekend commented on how it would be a nice Christmas present for him. Christmas???? I hope to have it done before Labor Day. Did I really say that. Yikes now that is writing I might have to follow through.

Red and White

Fair warning... you are going to get tired of seeing the red and white checkerboard pattern of Purina. While visiting my mom there was a little sneaky action going on. Her husband, Rex owned the local small town feed store for many years. He has many of the Purina shirts and patches. I have never seen him wear any of them. I think they hold a sentimental value more than anything. My Mom gave me a few of the shirts to make into a quilt for him. Here are the pieces I have to work with. I bought the red and white flannel to add into it and also to do a red and white checkboard for the backing.
This is going to take a while to design and sew together. I will keep you posted on the progress.

Poor Planning

Somehow I ran out of light blue thread. Just poor planning on my part. I only finished two sets tonight.

Lizard burp cloth and bib. Backed with terry cloth for extra absorbency.

Another burp and bib set, a flannel choo choo print. This one is backed with a dark blue flannel.