My latest efforts

I've taken a bit of time off from quilting to work outside, and am getting back to the sewing machine this weekend.  It feels good!  I'm working on my next quilt top, a quilt called Summer Duet from Fons and Porter.  It's a present for a cousin in Arizona, I'm thinking of using a layer of flannel instead of batting since she lives in a hot area of the country.

I finished a table topper in January:

And here's a lap quilt, using 1850's textured reproduction fabrics.

Gotta love Maxine!

Fear

Essential Oils Cheat Sheet

Google any one of these essential oils to learn of potential contraindications.  For example, one or two may not be recommended for women who are lactating, or may interact with certain prescription drugs.


ADD- Vetiver, Lavender, Cedarwood, Basil, Orange, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Peppermint, Sandalwood, Rosemary, Bergamot, Roman Chamomile, Jasmine, White Fir, Spruce, Pine, Juniper, Ylang Ylang, Rosewood

ADHD- Basil, Cedarwood, Spruce, Pine, Juniper, Ylang Ylang, Rosewood, Helichrysum, Bergamot, Roman Chamomile, Jasmine, White Fir

ACNE- Tea Tree, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Clove, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Melrose, Marjoram, Orange, Rosemary, Roman Chamomile

ADDICTION- White Angelica, Basil, Oregano, Bergamot, Fennel, Dill, Grapefruit, Ginger, Helichyrsum, Juniper, Lavender, Lemongrass, Melissa, Orange, Rosemary, Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Thieves, Wintergreen, Vetiver, YlangYlang

Ode to the sewing machine #22

Many of you follow my "Ode to the Sewing Machine" posts.  We've all seen the ads on craigslist, ebay and elsewhere.  The clueless sellers give those of us who sew a belly laugh, or two!

Tetanus shot needed just to look at the poor thing.

What in tarnation is a kick foot?  

And is that a bungee cord for a belt???

Good morning

I put the latest quilt top on the frame this morning and after coffee (!) I'm stitching away.

Re: UFOs: UnFinished Objects

Therapy no longer needed.  I lasted 5 days.

Here are my new projects, started about midnight last night.  How many free patterns have you downloaded and never used?  I decided to use this one, Garden Gate Plaids, from Andover Fabrics.  (Click on the tab called "download" to find the pattern.) I ordered the green background a few minutes ago, and all the rest are in my stash. I started cutting fabric for the blocks last night.






I'm amazed, simply amazed how quilting 'feels'.  What a great way to relax and let the cares of the day fall away.  I resolve to never go through life without UFOs.

UFOs: UnFinished Objects

I don't make a good retired person.  You know the feeling you have after handing out the chocolate cake, only to realize that was the last piece and you didn't get one?  Or the dream where you're walking down the aisle at church, with no clothes on?  There's something seriously wrong at my house and I finally found out what is causing this unsettled feeling....

All my UFOs are done.

I'm seriously in need of therapy.

I finished my last UFO 5 days ago:








The photo above shows the detail in the outer border.  It's a large throw size quilt I made for my Aunt Louise. I chose this fabric because of the childrens book illustrations from the 1950s.  She is a wonderful mom, and does so much for her family.


I MUST CUT FABRIC BEFORE I GO NUTS!