Blogger has decided to turn this photo around, these little stars have joined the family, they are great to stitch while sitting near the tv in the evenings.
Another two projects to take to retreat, one is to make a quilt top with some blocks I was given, the other to make flying geese, the paper foundation method, something I have not tried before.
I sewed together the strips for this quilt top yesterday and cut them all to six and a half inches, now they need to be joined together, but that will happen on retreat. I have so many projects packed, I do not think I will get to them all, but at least I have lots of choice. 😁
Lovely Joan called in today and let me choose some face masks from the ones she has made, thank you Joan, now I don't have to make them!! The two lower masks have wire to shape them over the nose and all have an internal pocket to put a filter. Pretty flash! Thank you too, to the lovely ladies who sent me links to mask making, I have kept them for future use.
Joan dropped off this fabric and blocks that were left over from a commission she had, the person requesting the quilt sent extra fabric so an oncology quilt could be made, which was very nice of her. She also took home a quilt to quilt and brought us a tin of yo-yo's she had made, David is very happy, I notice three have disappeared already. 🤭
Ingrid received a box of goodies from the US and in the box was this pretend leather fabric, Ingrid suggested a satchel, so this is what I came up with, very basic but large enough to hole 12 inch blocks with some room to spare
Inside is a fabric covered heavy card that will keep the shape and stop bending.
I went out on the back deck for a while this afternoon and watched these two galahs in the back yard, they were eating something from the grass and the edge of the garden.
They are such pretty birds.
My little desert rose plant is still trying to flower, the poor thing is very confused and must think it is still summer. I keep watching the flowers but they are very slow, I think the cold might stop them opening up much more. But we shall wait and see.
Tomorrow morning I am off to the retreat in Gisborne, about 1 hour 45 minutes driving from here and where we used to live. Gisborne is inland and higher so I am prepared for colder weather. Not that it matters really as I will be inside sewing madly to get all my prepared projects done!! 😁
Happy stitching.
Looks like you are all set! Love the masks you got, use them well! The galahs are gorgeous. Have BIG fun, stay safe! Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteI am a little bit jealous! Have a wonderful time at your retreat.
ReplyDeleteYOu have certainly got a few projects to choose from. Enjoy your retreat, they are always a load of fun.
ReplyDeleteSew good you can still go on your sewing retreat And it's good to have lots of projects to choose from.... have a fun time..
ReplyDeleteNice that Joan gave you some masks.
Great stash of fabrics to make some more quilts.
Those Galahs have very vibrant colours..
Good you are getting a retreat and seems like yoiu have lots to do there.... at first I thought you were talking abouit the suffolk puff yo-yo's and couldn't understnad why DAvid would be snaffling them.... took a a minute!! haha.... I have seen people talk about filters on the masks, I havent made to do that... what do they use for filters....
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Have lots of fun! Stay safe!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely relaxing time. I dont think you will be bored lol! Lots of great projects to work on xx
ReplyDeleteThe Desert Rose is sure trying hard but it’s winning it seems, yay! I love your EPP stars! Looking forward to seeing lots of blocks return in that faux leather satchel from your retreat, and can’t wait to see photos from there too! Enjoy xxx
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time on Retreat Sue. It looks like you have plenty to keep you out of mischief. I love that leather look folder you have made.
ReplyDeleteHave fun at the retreat. It looks like you have plenty to keep you busy. Great job on the satchel.
ReplyDeleteLoooove the satchel! Lots of projects packed but I am sure a lot won't get done hehehe. Hope you are having a wonderful relaxing time chatting and eating. Xx
ReplyDeleteHave fun Sue - lots of lovely projects to work on. The block holder looks great and I love the pictures of your birds. xx
ReplyDeleteI am so thrilled (and a bit jealous) for you, Sue. Have a great time at the retreat. I am sure you will sew up a storm while enjoying the company of friends. I am in love with that purple satchel - so chic, so bright and oh so stylish.
ReplyDeleteHave fun on retreat. Ours was supposed to start this Friday but has been cancelled due to the lock down. Such a pity as Mel and I could have had a quick catch up with you. The satchel looks great.
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ReplyDeleteHave heaps of FuN at the retreat... OH and get some sewing in too... xox
That's a lovely bird, and you got some great pictures of it. By the way, I keep meaning to say how much I like the EPP picture at the top of your blog.
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