March OMG

I can't believe that it is already the last week of March.  Where does the time go?  I finished my goal for March which was quilting this fun baby quilt.  Such great timing too.  The baby boy that I was making it for arrived a week ago.  So I need to send this on its way.....

Here's a close up of the quilting.  It's just a squiggle stitch that is on my Bernina that I use with my walking foot.  Truth be told....I use this squiggle and vary the width of the squiggly lines so that if I'm slightly off you will never see it.  I use painters tape in different widths as my marking tool.

Here's my label which makes it all "officially" done.

The space fabric is to honor baby's mom and dad...they both work in the aerospace industry.  So time to link up to OMG.

Wonderful Woolie day

This weekend is going by way to quickly.  But then again, they all go by way to quickly (giggle).  My sweet sis sent me the most yummy box of goodies this week.....it is just stuffed with all kinds of fabulous fiber.  I'm new to spinning and am so looking forward to experimenting with all of this fun fluff. Oh, just for the record all three of my sisters and my big bro too (can't leave him out) are sweet.

I've only had one spinning lesson (I'm spinning with a drop spindle) so I spent the morning watching YouTube videos to refresh my memory.  After trying out a little of this and a little of that, I decided that the park and draft method works the best for me.  I'm even catching on to the new vocabulary too.  Drumroll please...........I actually made yarn.....

"Ta da"......Don't laugh too hard....I know it is not a huge amount just yet.  But I'll get there.  I highly recommend  spinning....it I so peaceful and serene.

I joined a new Facebook group recently called School of Wool.  This group encompasses really all things to do with wool.  Many of the members do wonderful things with reclaimed wool sweaters and garments.  I have been collecting reclaimed wool skirts, slacks, and jackets and have been deconstructing them and felting the wool to use for wool applique quilts. Recently I aquired a bunch of scraps from felted sweaters too.  At first I didn't think I would really care to use them, but they really are quite nice.  I've been inspired by many of the FB posts to use up some of this collection.  So I made wool pennies and wool hexigons for a good part of the afternoon.

I look forward to working with these little gems in the future.....

Hope you are enjoying your Saturday too,

Paula

Slow Stitching Sunday

I just love little quilt blocks.  I guess this has been a real slooooow stitching Sunday for me since I have only managed to complete one of the blocks for the Temecula Album quilt BOM.  Although I do have a bit more time left before I call it a night, so maybe I just might get another one done.

So far I have this sweet little block complete.  

These simple little album blocks just make me smile.  I see that my roof line is a bit wonky, but I think that just makes them all the more charming.  Hope you're enjoying your Sunday...take a gander at what others are slow stitching here.

Piecefully yours,

Paula

March OMG

My OMG for this month was an easy decision.  My dear, dear friend's very first grandchild is due to arrive in just a few weeks.  I managed to finish the quilt top for this little man but I really do need to get it sandwiched, quilted and bound.  So that will be my goal for this month.

If your not familiar with this one, it's a pattern by Elizabeth Hartman.  She has such adorable designs.  I love her simple designs that really make an impact.   And more importantly, they are a ton of fun to make.  I'm dying to try a rendition of these fabulous foxes with something like crazy bold Kaffe fabrics.  Wouldn't that be fun?   But first things first, I'm going to focus on getting this one quilted.....

February finish for OMG

Hip hip hooray! I finished my goal for my February OMG....I finished this little woollie quilt an pin keep from Buttermilk Basin.

I also finished this wonderful companion that is another one of Stacy's designs.  My sis gave me the pattern for Christmas.  The pattern includes 12 different blanket patterns...one for each month of the year.   I'm think I have a theme going on here (giggle).

Here's a close up of his blanket....

Now to ponder my OMG for March...linking up here.

Until we meet again,

Paula

Slowly getting caught up

Okay, I admit it.....I am a sucker for a sew along.  I just can't say no when I come across a good one.  And actually, I have yet to come across a "bad" one.  There are just so many talented and generous quilters out there.  And I think I am probably not alone when it comes to this addiction.  Admit it, you know who you are (giggle).  But before I get to my SALs......

I spent yesterday putting together a baby quilt that has been on my to do list.  I just realized he is due to arrive in three weeks.  The mama to be probably won't be happy but I hope he follows his daddy's lead and shows up late.  Here's a sneak peek.  It's an adorable pattern by Elizabeth Hartman.  I just need to sandwich it and quilt it....oh, there's time.....

Now back to those SALs I mentioned before....Today I worked on my homework from a couple of SALs that I have joined in on.... I have a couple others to get going on....but these are the ones that made it to the front of the line...

I finished clue 5 for Gyleen Fitzgerald's Bricks, Cobblestones & Pebbles....I have 3 more clues to get caught up on...But l am totally enjoying this stash busting process...and yes it is all from my scrap box or stash....

I also finally posted blocks 1& 2 to the FB page for the Gardens of a King SAL being run by Missie Carpenter.  She has a really neat starch basting EPP method that is used to construct the blocks.  I'm using up my Cherrywoods and Ricky Tims hand dyes for both the Cobblestones and Garden SALs

And finally I felted the wool for Dawn Heese's ( http://dawnheesequilts.blogspot.com) Little wool baskets SAL.  Well, I sort of felted the wool until my washing machine decided to go caput.  Our new machine should be here on Wednesday.  Good thing I work from home since I didn't get a chance to do laundry either.  Let's just say I have some interesting outfits to last me until the new machine shows up.

Until we meet again.....

Paula

February OMG

Time to decide what is next on the "to do" list.  I'm still very much in the mood to do more wool applique.  I have a wonderful wool applique kit from Buttermilk Basin that has been calling out

"Pick me"... "Pick me"....

So I have decided that this will be my OMG for February....