We had FUN!!! : ) THANKS girls for yesterday's Road Trip!!! Geez, where do I begin...?!
Okay, I admit it, I was SHOPPING!!! I did not go with you ladies when you all went fabric shopping on Friday & Saturday during the Lancaster Quilt Show weekend. (I did go along Friday evening though!) So, it had been awhile since I was out fabric shopping. That said, I did some serious damage @ yesterday's stores! ; ) Thanks for your support, patience & shopping aid!
Leigh Anne wins the "too cute" prize! : ) First, she allowed a woman with lace to go before her in the cutting line, "She just had lace." according to LA. All of a sudden, said lady whips out a roll of black ribbon..."I'll take 55 1/2 yards.", she says to the Sauder's cutting girl. Daggers were flying!!! The NERVE!? Next, on to The Hayloft - Leigh Anne was practically in a tizzy!!! Oh my gosh, Sauder's had the pattern that Burkholder's didn't, AND The Hayloft has the Chez Moi fabrics, & they're on sale!!!...!!!...!!!... Think, pee pee dance, girls! ; ) Quick, I need the car keys, I left my coupon out there, AND I NEED to check the pattern for fabric requirements!!! Okay, let me put these bolts of fabric down first. Back inside, a little out of breath & flush with excitement, Leigh Anne can't find her pile of bolts, "Where is "my" fabric?!?!" Processing...okay, okay, okay - almost running, she finds & hugs her bolts of fabric!!! Breathe! All this, & she's STARVING!!! Leigh Anne bought R-E-A-L fabrics for the FIRST time!!! Too cute, LA!!! I just LOVE you!!! : )
Honestly, that was MY highlight!!! I'll tell some other tales, but that was the BEST one! Also, LA - thanks for the Mary Engelbreit magazine with the Kaffe Fassett article. See why I love you sew...?! ; )
Mare - thanks for your "family stories." Your household is WILD!!! Scott & I lead such sedate lives. You're welcome here any time!!! Thanks also for - talking with us about your new machine & sharing the cost. I'm sorry if I put you on the spot. Others don't know what an "unbelievable deal" is if we don't tell them!!! Thanks for the lime green & polka dot fabric! And, thanks for the newspapers, which I left in Jean's car...?!
Cathy - you were pooped, girlfriend. I'm glad you came with us!!! I hope you are ENJOYING your day OFF!!! : ) Best of luck with your (pia) FIL! Good news about your Dad...keep it up!!! How's the Shore? Did you go to Calico 'n Cotton?!
Jean - THANKS for driving!!! You rock!!! : ) Hey, the THREE Uncle quilt are DONE!!! They turned out better than I expected, I know you were struggling with them a bit. Nice job! The place mats are WAY cool too!!! What a clever use of fat quarters & decorative stitches. I like the cabana fabric you bought! Could I see the dogs & cabanas pattern you have, please?! I will email you a bunch of OCMD stuff. I have to think on it & get names & street numbers & stuff. I may have some coupons too. And, would your girls be interested in a kite?! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to fly kites @ the Beach. I downsized, & have a decent diamond kite that they could have! Let me know.
Dolores - you DIDN'T buy any flannel!!! Do we need to check your temperature?! Are you feeling alright?! Did you go to work today...?! ; ) I love your Moda's, Amy Butler too!!! The apron pattern is way cute. : ) Start thinking about that new machine...put away the overtime bucks & charge just a smidge more for the quilts you sell. Buying a good used machine is smart & saves you $!!!
Lois - it was FUN to have you join us!!! : ) Did you survive?! ; ) Did George?! The height measuring panel you bought is quite clever & cute!!! Now you know where the fabled Burkholder's & Sauder's shops are, plus The Hayloft too!!!
For those that came in for a cookie & drink, thank you. : ) I/we were glad you stopped by, & I enjoyed our show & tell. Please don't be overwhelmed here. Remember, we don't have children. We are ALL blessed, but in different ways. My life has not always been like this.
Our studio has evolved over time. It's important to "quilt where you are!!!" My mentors, & sources of tangible inspiration & motivation are Barb & Karen. It doesn't get any better than that!!! : )
Thanks for sharing with me. I am SEW fortunate to be a part of your sewing circle & call you friends. : )
Piece & Love, Pam
Friday, June 22, 2007
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Oh Boy!!! Isn't today's weather absolutely picture p-e-r-f-e-c-t!?!?!? Just gorgeous!!! : )
I was up early! I trimmed 2 shrubs before Scott got home from work! ; ) Jingle helped! I also made 2 flower arrangements for the house. It FEELS like a beautiful Summer day, inside & out!!!
Is everyone ready for our Road Trip?! : ) What's on every one's list? Who's looking for what?! Remember to bring a Guild ID if you have one, there's a chance of getting a discount if you show it. Also, did anyone see the online Hayloft coupon Lori referred to?!
Scott & I have been talking about an epiphany I had. We're staying!!! We've looked @ Beach properties, we talked about having a Quilt Shop, & while those ideas are appealing, we're pretty much happy right where we are. How 'bout that?! We both agree that there is no real impetus to motivate a change. So...sew, until there is, we're staying put!!! ; )
That said, I'm NOT accustomed to NOT moving every 6 years. Time's up!!! I've sort of been living as though I am a renter & transient. Hmmm, Scott & I have been talking...we may make some changes to our home. Maybe paint the walls some wild color?! Perhaps buy some artsy area rugs?! Do some upkeep & maintenance on the outside of our home. What about some landscaping?! Ooooh, the possibilities are endless... Meanwhile, here's some items we're currently looking for - 3 stained glass windows, approx. 27 x 27" with red &/ aqua in their color scheme - they do not have to match! And, 2 wrought iron OR copper pieces, approx. 23 x 36" or so. Vintage wrought iron fencing too, for the backyard vegetable garden. Does anyone know of any sources locally?! Cathy - the #'s you shared with us for contractors, re-pointing & such we will be using. Thank you. Look for changes in '08...
See you all soon!
Piece, Pam
I was up early! I trimmed 2 shrubs before Scott got home from work! ; ) Jingle helped! I also made 2 flower arrangements for the house. It FEELS like a beautiful Summer day, inside & out!!!
Is everyone ready for our Road Trip?! : ) What's on every one's list? Who's looking for what?! Remember to bring a Guild ID if you have one, there's a chance of getting a discount if you show it. Also, did anyone see the online Hayloft coupon Lori referred to?!
Scott & I have been talking about an epiphany I had. We're staying!!! We've looked @ Beach properties, we talked about having a Quilt Shop, & while those ideas are appealing, we're pretty much happy right where we are. How 'bout that?! We both agree that there is no real impetus to motivate a change. So...sew, until there is, we're staying put!!! ; )
That said, I'm NOT accustomed to NOT moving every 6 years. Time's up!!! I've sort of been living as though I am a renter & transient. Hmmm, Scott & I have been talking...we may make some changes to our home. Maybe paint the walls some wild color?! Perhaps buy some artsy area rugs?! Do some upkeep & maintenance on the outside of our home. What about some landscaping?! Ooooh, the possibilities are endless... Meanwhile, here's some items we're currently looking for - 3 stained glass windows, approx. 27 x 27" with red &/ aqua in their color scheme - they do not have to match! And, 2 wrought iron OR copper pieces, approx. 23 x 36" or so. Vintage wrought iron fencing too, for the backyard vegetable garden. Does anyone know of any sources locally?! Cathy - the #'s you shared with us for contractors, re-pointing & such we will be using. Thank you. Look for changes in '08...
See you all soon!
Piece, Pam
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Good Morning!
How 'bout last night's storms?! Barb said they had hail & winds @ 58 mph! I took Jingle out for a quick walk before the rain hit. Is everyone dry this morning? I'm looking forward to cooler temps & lower humidity!!!
Lori - glad to hear things went well. I always figure that if the patient is complaining, they're feeling alright! ; ) Glad you had book #2 to read.
Cathy - best of luck with JCAHO! I'm thinking of you!
Jean - are you enjoying your Summer break?! And, are the girls happy to be OUT of school too?!
Mare - are you sewing yet?!
Mo - have you been dipping in your pool? It's been hot! How's your stash? Are you going to the Hayloft too?! Thanks for giving book #2 to Lor. : )
Lois - are you an EXCITED retiree?! I think it is amazing to awaken every day & not have to go to work!!! ; )
LA - how are you & the kids doing?! What fun things are planned for your Summer? Getting any sewing time?
Peggy - are you out of school for the Summer? Will you be doing any teaching or any other work over Summer? Maybe getting a little sewing time...?
Dolores - what have you been sewing?! How many baby quilts, charity projects & gifts have you made lately?! ; ) You SEW!!!
Enjoy your day! Happy stitching.
Piecefully, Pam
How 'bout last night's storms?! Barb said they had hail & winds @ 58 mph! I took Jingle out for a quick walk before the rain hit. Is everyone dry this morning? I'm looking forward to cooler temps & lower humidity!!!
Lori - glad to hear things went well. I always figure that if the patient is complaining, they're feeling alright! ; ) Glad you had book #2 to read.
Cathy - best of luck with JCAHO! I'm thinking of you!
Jean - are you enjoying your Summer break?! And, are the girls happy to be OUT of school too?!
Mare - are you sewing yet?!
Mo - have you been dipping in your pool? It's been hot! How's your stash? Are you going to the Hayloft too?! Thanks for giving book #2 to Lor. : )
Lois - are you an EXCITED retiree?! I think it is amazing to awaken every day & not have to go to work!!! ; )
LA - how are you & the kids doing?! What fun things are planned for your Summer? Getting any sewing time?
Peggy - are you out of school for the Summer? Will you be doing any teaching or any other work over Summer? Maybe getting a little sewing time...?
Dolores - what have you been sewing?! How many baby quilts, charity projects & gifts have you made lately?! ; ) You SEW!!!
Enjoy your day! Happy stitching.
Piecefully, Pam
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Howdy Girls!
Good to hear from SEW many of you!!! ; ) I LOVE that we can "talk" & share here!!! This has been a neat experience. : ) I NEED to continue to learn, evolve & grow this blog, but the trouble is, I'd rather be sewing...
Mo, sorry about the change of plans for the 2nd annual QMBBQ. Life happens! These are the dates that I am away: 7/20 - 29, & 8/10 - 17.
Lois, glad to hear you're coming along on the Hayloft trip...adventure!!! Coming here for pick up is a great suggestion! Just come to the back yard. I am sure Jingle & I will be out! ; ) How is your garden doing?!
LA, thank goodness the game was changed!!! Now, you can come shopping with us!!! Forty seven yards of fabric, yep, it even sounds like a lot when you write it... ; )
Last evening I finished the backing for the 2nd baby TATW project. I am STILL waiting for the thread though. It's been on back order. No rush, I guess. I can sandwich the quilt & be ALL ready when the thread arrives. Hmmm, it's Summer & that sounds TOO organized...
I also planned my Challenge block for the Quilt Cruise. I asked Scott's opinion last evening, & then I started. The block is a bit complex & will take a little time to complete... I like it though & it's FUN! I'm usually NO good with a Challenge. I don't seem/seam to like to be hemmed in by rules, imagine?! But, when this presented itself, & Barb told me she had hers DONE!!!, an idea came to me. Sew...
Has anyone heard anything from Lori yet today? I am hoping John is doing well. I think it's worse being the one waiting. I hope she took some stitching with her, or a good Jennifer Chiaverini book!
Piece,
Pam
P.S. Be cool!
Good to hear from SEW many of you!!! ; ) I LOVE that we can "talk" & share here!!! This has been a neat experience. : ) I NEED to continue to learn, evolve & grow this blog, but the trouble is, I'd rather be sewing...
Mo, sorry about the change of plans for the 2nd annual QMBBQ. Life happens! These are the dates that I am away: 7/20 - 29, & 8/10 - 17.
Lois, glad to hear you're coming along on the Hayloft trip...adventure!!! Coming here for pick up is a great suggestion! Just come to the back yard. I am sure Jingle & I will be out! ; ) How is your garden doing?!
LA, thank goodness the game was changed!!! Now, you can come shopping with us!!! Forty seven yards of fabric, yep, it even sounds like a lot when you write it... ; )
Last evening I finished the backing for the 2nd baby TATW project. I am STILL waiting for the thread though. It's been on back order. No rush, I guess. I can sandwich the quilt & be ALL ready when the thread arrives. Hmmm, it's Summer & that sounds TOO organized...
I also planned my Challenge block for the Quilt Cruise. I asked Scott's opinion last evening, & then I started. The block is a bit complex & will take a little time to complete... I like it though & it's FUN! I'm usually NO good with a Challenge. I don't seem/seam to like to be hemmed in by rules, imagine?! But, when this presented itself, & Barb told me she had hers DONE!!!, an idea came to me. Sew...
Has anyone heard anything from Lori yet today? I am hoping John is doing well. I think it's worse being the one waiting. I hope she took some stitching with her, or a good Jennifer Chiaverini book!
Piece,
Pam
P.S. Be cool!
Monday, June 18, 2007
Good Morning Girls!
How is everyone this morning?! Hey, I think we may have more of us NOT working today than working!!! Not - me, Jean, LOIS!!!, Mare, Mo, (?) Cathy, Lori, (?) Peggy?! Is that right?! Too FUN & funny!!! It's Summer!!! : ) I hope everyone is enjoying their time, off or not, & staying cool!!! Drink plenty of fluids...have a Popsicle!!! ; )
So...sew...the Hayloft trip is planned for Thursday. Leaving from Mare's @ 3:30. Going - Jean, Mare, Peggy, Lois, Dolores, LA if it rains, me, Lori pending Fitz, & what about Cathy? Is Mo going(doesn't she NEED more stash...)?! Are we planning to stop @ Sauder's too? Dinner out sounds good! Would you guys mind stopping for me en route to the Blue Route? That would be excellent! Or, I could walk over too.
LA, I will do the rain dance!!! And, Lori - we will ALL be thinking of & praying for John.
Enjoy your day, girls!
Piecefully, Pam
How is everyone this morning?! Hey, I think we may have more of us NOT working today than working!!! Not - me, Jean, LOIS!!!, Mare, Mo, (?) Cathy, Lori, (?) Peggy?! Is that right?! Too FUN & funny!!! It's Summer!!! : ) I hope everyone is enjoying their time, off or not, & staying cool!!! Drink plenty of fluids...have a Popsicle!!! ; )
So...sew...the Hayloft trip is planned for Thursday. Leaving from Mare's @ 3:30. Going - Jean, Mare, Peggy, Lois, Dolores, LA if it rains, me, Lori pending Fitz, & what about Cathy? Is Mo going(doesn't she NEED more stash...)?! Are we planning to stop @ Sauder's too? Dinner out sounds good! Would you guys mind stopping for me en route to the Blue Route? That would be excellent! Or, I could walk over too.
LA, I will do the rain dance!!! And, Lori - we will ALL be thinking of & praying for John.
Enjoy your day, girls!
Piecefully, Pam
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Hello Girls!!!
A special WELCOME to Dolores!!! What a pleasant surprise!!! : ) You GO, girl!!! Hey, you may want to talk to Mare about sewing machines...?! ; )
Thanks Jean for blogging in my absence! It was exciting to read when we got home! : )
We're home!!! Ahhh, there's NO place like H-O-M-E!!! It feels good!!!
Scott & I had a nice vacation. We enjoyed ourselves. We had good weather & some not so good weather, but it was all FUN! ; ) We ate A LOT of steamed blue crabs - YUM!!! We flew kites, jumped waves, walked the Boardwalk, collected shells, looked @ Beach properties, etc, etc... We missed our puppy! And, we missed Miss Shelby too.
We survived the birthday trip to my Mom's today. Thankfully! I did finish her quilt @ the Beach & gave it to her. She liked it.
Did anyone go to the Guild meeting on Monday? The guest speaker was Mickie Lawler from Sky Dyes. Many LOVE her fabrics, & she has a big following. I thought her presentation would be interesting...uh, not interesting enough to come back from the Beach...
What's up for this week?! I am confused about the Hayloft trip... Going, not going...who, what time...?! Is there a Bee on Tuesday? If so...sew, who's hosting...Dolores, Jean, Cathy...?! Geez, I've only been away for a week. I'm sew not IN the loop!? I think, from emails & blog posts, that Lois, Dolores, Mare, Lori, Jean & Cathy are ALL interested in going to the Hayloft. You can count me in too. However, with kids & sports, who IS going?! On Thursday?! And, what time?!
In our bundle of mail, there is a flyer from Sauder's. They're having a sale. Evidently, it starts on Thursday...
Also, Mare, thanks for the Little Shop email forward. They're having a Fat Quarter sale upcoming in July, & some of their other info sounded interesting too...
Okay, I'm a bit pooped. Thanks for stopping by to check the blog & thanks for keeping things going while I was out of town!
Piece, Pam
A special WELCOME to Dolores!!! What a pleasant surprise!!! : ) You GO, girl!!! Hey, you may want to talk to Mare about sewing machines...?! ; )
Thanks Jean for blogging in my absence! It was exciting to read when we got home! : )
We're home!!! Ahhh, there's NO place like H-O-M-E!!! It feels good!!!
Scott & I had a nice vacation. We enjoyed ourselves. We had good weather & some not so good weather, but it was all FUN! ; ) We ate A LOT of steamed blue crabs - YUM!!! We flew kites, jumped waves, walked the Boardwalk, collected shells, looked @ Beach properties, etc, etc... We missed our puppy! And, we missed Miss Shelby too.
We survived the birthday trip to my Mom's today. Thankfully! I did finish her quilt @ the Beach & gave it to her. She liked it.
Did anyone go to the Guild meeting on Monday? The guest speaker was Mickie Lawler from Sky Dyes. Many LOVE her fabrics, & she has a big following. I thought her presentation would be interesting...uh, not interesting enough to come back from the Beach...
What's up for this week?! I am confused about the Hayloft trip... Going, not going...who, what time...?! Is there a Bee on Tuesday? If so...sew, who's hosting...Dolores, Jean, Cathy...?! Geez, I've only been away for a week. I'm sew not IN the loop!? I think, from emails & blog posts, that Lois, Dolores, Mare, Lori, Jean & Cathy are ALL interested in going to the Hayloft. You can count me in too. However, with kids & sports, who IS going?! On Thursday?! And, what time?!
In our bundle of mail, there is a flyer from Sauder's. They're having a sale. Evidently, it starts on Thursday...
Also, Mare, thanks for the Little Shop email forward. They're having a Fat Quarter sale upcoming in July, & some of their other info sounded interesting too...
Okay, I'm a bit pooped. Thanks for stopping by to check the blog & thanks for keeping things going while I was out of town!
Piece, Pam
Monday, June 11, 2007
Good morning, girls. Happy Monday! Hope Pam is enjoying her time at the beach. Lois - you are officially entering a new phase. Peggy - your countdown is on......only four more days, yes? Hope everyone had a nice weekend. Mine aren't as interesting as Pam's so I won't bore you with the details. The last guild meeting of the year is tonight - I won't be able to go. Summer basketball season starts tonight and Erin has a game at 6:30, I think. Kelly's team opens tomorrow night so I won't be able to host bee either. Whose idea was it to have these doggone kids?!?! Anyhow....have a nice Monday, however you are spending it. Talk to y'all soon. I e-mailed the lady twice about confirming the mystery weekend dates and I'm still waiting. I'll keep you posted. Road trip next Thursday, right? Mark your calendars.
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