Friday, September 22, 2023

Halloween Projects Underway

During the next several days, I will be updating my blog.  I hope you can bear with me in this journey while I figure it all out.  It's been a good while since I began this blog so there is definitely a learning curb with all the new features. 

My new craft passion is machine embroidery and I'm hoping to incorporate that here with how to's, tutorials and sharing my project with you all. This week, I made two cute Halloween scarfs for my grand kids.  They were preoccupied when I visited them and it wasn't easy to get a good picture as you can see.  Let me know what you think.




 

 

 

Monday, February 7, 2022

Long Time No See

A lot has happened since my last blog.  Like most of you, I'm trying to keep busy during this pandemic and just make it through it safe and healthy.  In the last few years, I've been focusing on machine embroidery.  I have a Facebook group called Free machine Embroidery Design Links, if you're into machine embroidery, I'll post the link here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EmbroideryChallenge

I was first a quilter and got interested in machine embroidery to embellish my quilts and the rest is history.  I've looked for blogs on machine embroidery and don't find many so I thought I'd revive this blog and bring machine embroidery projects and topics to talk about.

Please comment below on your current crafting interests.  And if you have any favorite blogs on machine embroidery, I'd love it if you post the links in the comments.

Talk Soon!


Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Mid Week Madness

Today was a bit tiring, I got my hair done for the long holiday weekend and I was not prepared to spend 4 hours at the salon. In the end, it was worth it. I had my long hair cut shoulder length and changed the color. I needed a new look!!! really bad:). Anyway, I'm preparing for a 5 day vacation so not much time for crafting this week. I've been spending most of my time on Pinterest. I found this great fall leaf pattern. You can find the patterns here: (Fall Leaf Pattern)   There are so many things you can create with this, how about a Fall Bunting or a nice decorative pillow. Happy Crafting and have a great Labor Day Weekend!!

Monday, August 29, 2016

Reconnecting...



Wow, it's been years since my last post.  A lot has transpired since then and I'd like to start adding pictures of my latest creations and projects and also check out all of your blogs again.  I'm going to have to learn this whole process all over again so bear with me.  I've been very busy with life just like the rest of you except, I've neglected my blog and connecting with everyone.

My most recent projects have been sewing, embroidery and creating with my Silhouette.  Paper crafting has been one of my favorite past times and recently I've been playing with creating SVG files.  I have several Halloween images done that I will share with all of you soon.  Below is a witch hat I created and I'm posting it as a test to see if it can be downloaded by those of you who might be interested.  Once I figure out if it works, I'll share a few more, for free of course.



Happy crafting!

Friday, February 25, 2011

Love, Love, Love Them

My husband went to the post office to pick up our mail and walks in with a package for me from my "secret" Mug Rug Swap partner. OMG, I was so happy when I saw what she made for me. Check them out!!!
"Heart" Mug Rugs....so cute!!

I know I'm excited, but you've got to understand that I've been sick in bed all week and opening the box was such a treat. Not only did she send me the rugs but she included a Tea Towel, some Bath and Body hand soap, some candy and a sweet note.

Thank you Mary Pat for your generous package and lovely
Mug Rugs.

These are my first rugs and believe me I will be using them. I really like the pattern and if you don't mind, I'm gonna copy your design idea and make some in different colors. Thanks again for making my day.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

A little Sunshine Would Be Nice

 I've had enough of this weather. I live in the desert and the winds, rain and snow have interrupted our plans for the past few weeks. Who isn't ready for Spring....a little sunshine would be nice. I'm home, sick, and even more annoyed because now I'm really forced to stay indoors until I get better and what does the weather channel say -- "snow". 
 Are you feeling my frustration!  Sorry, I've been in bed with the flu since Saturday and just a bit out of my wits now.  I've spent some time redoing a few thing on my blog and adding my own button (it took me forever to do but I finally got it). Hopefully by tomorrow I'll feel good enough to take some photos of a few projects to share and be able to work on some also.

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Word of The Year "Stitch"

Kelly over at Charming Chatter came up with a great idea to have a theme word for the year.  Almost immediately the word that came to mind was "Stitch".    I selected this simply because that's exactly what I need to focus on to get me into my sewing room again.  Last year, for some reason or another, I just couldn't set aside enough time for myself.  So, my focus will be to "stitch".  Maybe I can get my creative edge going again and do what I love to do....sew!

Happy New Year!


Sunday, December 5, 2010

Love the Holidays!


I love the holiday season and all it represents.  It's amazing to me to just sit and watch our family and loved ones share their love for one another and reminish on old times and the fond memories they have of growing up. We are truly blessed with so much to be grateful for.  I am definitely thankful for all our blessings and for a family that enjoys spending time together.  It's the little things that make the season special and that bring joy to my heart.  May your Christmas holiday be bright, cheerful and filled with love.



God Bless.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Hello Fellow Bloggers

I hope you all had a great 4th of July.  Gosh how time flies...I've been MIA for so long I don't even know where to start.  First, I must say that most of all I've missed having the time to visit everyone's blog and keep up on all your latest projects.  So in the next few days I plan to visit and see what everyone's up to.

Though I wasn't keeping up with my blogging I did manage to get some sewing done.  I made a puzzle quilt for my grand-daughter who graduated from High School a couple of weeks ago.  When I decided on this pattern I had no idea it would be such a tidious task with so much planning.  In the end it turned out beautiful.  My grand-daughter was so pleased.  I also made a charity quilt for one of our local adult care centers.  Myself and a number of other ladies were able to make about 15 quilts for them...they were so appreciative.

Take care and God Bless!

Saturday, February 27, 2010

February Comes to an End

All I got done this month was finishing the Elephant Mini and making a tote for myself. I missed two of my classes due to illness and again found myself with little time to do what I love....sew.

I spent two days in the hospital running tests due to an irregularity with my heart. Turns out I have a defect in my left ventricular branch. I'm working on bringing my blood pressure down and changing my diet to help with this and of course trying to fit in a little exercise. The weather has been either too cold or too windy and the fact that my back has also been killing me hasn't helped much. The "stress" of all the lay-offs and pink slips being handed out because of our poor education budget has made us all tense. Somehow, slowly taking it's toll on me and all those I work with over the last few months.

Some of us escaped being pink slipped for this first round, me included. However, those of us who were spared are feeling a bit of survivors guilt. We're just sick over the the number of staff (15) we'll be losing, especially the fact that they are really talented educators. There is so little we feel we can do when they say there is no money to fund the necessities of education. What a sad state we are in.

Anyway, back to sewing projects and a not so bitter subject. I plan to work on a puzzle quilt for my grandaughter who will be graduating this June. She like brights, like yellow, green, blue and orange. I looked through my stash and didn't find many suitable brights so I'll have to the fabric store (yippee) and look for a dozen or so fat quarters for this project. I'm looking forward to it and just getting back to my sewing machine.

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Valentine Mini

I Need your vote. I entered my Valentine mini "Sweet Love" in the Quilting Gallery Valentine Contest. Please take a minute to hop on over and vote for me. I sure would appreciate your support. Click on the link and scroll down to Valentine Contest bar to post your vote.

(It's the mini in the Feb 6th post below. For some reason the photo won't upload right now.)

Have a great Valentine's Day!

Cora

Monday, February 8, 2010

Blue Elephant


The "Blue Elephant" is finished!! First project down on my CGGQC list of things I need to finish in February. Making these mini quilts is so much fun. You might remember that I made a pink one for one of my instructors and then decided to make one for myself because I liked it so much. I think it's really cute. I plan to hang it in my guest bedroom.

Next project to tackle is the purple Half-pint quilt top. Just need to add the batting, back fabric and then machine quilt.

Enjoy your week!!

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Sew Day Today

So excited to have a three day weekend. Having an extra day gives me the time to do a little extra sewing. Last night and this morning I worked on this small Valentine table topper for my buffet table. The hearts are appliqued on and machine quilted. I just love it; the bright pinks look so cute!

The rain is coming down really hard today and the news says that by tonight we should have snow at 4000 ft (we'll see). I just love the rain. Today, I'll stay in and sew with the company of two of my grandson's who didn't want to go home last night after dinner. One is 5 and the other 4 yrs old and they enjoy playing in my sewing room and hoping that everything I make is for them.

I've got to work on those February CGandGQC projects. I hope to do some blog hopping too!


Halloween Projects Underway

During the next several days, I will be updating my blog.  I hope you can bear with me in this journey while I figure it all out.  It's ...

Popular Posts