No sewing this week (insert sad face), but I was able to get in on a big sale at my local fabric store. That means I have enough fabric for several projects. Enough to keep me busy for several weeks! Our family had two firsts this week. First, our oldest son, who now has his … [Read more…]
This has been a fantastic week for me sewing-wise. My husband had his first full week back at teaching security so I had extra time which was a good thing. Our church is putting together a box to send to a young pastor family in the Philippines. I jumped at the chance to have an … [Read more…]
A couple of months ago I told you about a girly baby shower we had at our church for the sixth baby/first girl of a family in our church. I knew I wanted to make a special gift for this very special baby girl. I happened upon this idea on Pinterest for a fusion quilt. … [Read more…]
It’s been a long time since I posted on a Friday. The last month in particular has been a long one as we all did our part to help Daddy fight his cancer. Last week my husband had his right kidney removed. The days leading up to the surgery were difficult due to pain, nausea … [Read more…]
When I decided I needed to get this update done so I could get on with planning my winter sewing I was pleasantly surprised at how much I accomplished over the summer. So here’s the rundown: ~My three girls all need a new church dress. It’s a little harder with all of them getting older … [Read more…]
Summer is fun with no school, day trips and vacations, sleeping in, playing outside, lazy days, BUT I am looking forward to cooler weather, school routines, walks in the crisp fall air, cuddling (something no one wants in the heat) and a fire in the woodstove. I recently made another clutch. It’s the same pattern … [Read more…]
I’ve found a way to do a little – very little – bit of gardening this year. I’m not complaining though because last year’s gardening time amounted to zero. I’m not much good at it, but I do love to garden. This year I treated myself to three hanging flower baskets to hang outside the … [Read more…]
