I have been working on making doll clothes today. I always make an outfit to dress a doll for the fall fair, usually a dress. this year I am doing something different. I am doing a jump suit of purple fabric that has some glitter and then a cape to go over it. Perfect for a winter's night on the town.
I have always enjoyed designing clothes and doing it for a doll is much easier - and cheaper that for myself. Besides, just how many outfits can I use and it is highly unlikely that I will be needing much more than basic outfits with some nicer dresses for church.
I am still having problems with a sore mouth from the extractions and the bruising is very much evident so not going anywhere. tomorrow, I go for a check up and I hope that there will be some marked improvement.
I must remember to weigh myself tomorrow to see if I have lost even a few ounces while on this, basically, liquid or mushy diet. there is always a silver lining somewhere.
Hubby has started bringing our firewood closer to the house. We are predicted to be getting more snow this winter so it will be easier if the means of keeping the house and ourselves is nearby. I enjoy the 'getting ready to hunker down' feel of autumn. Making preserves, filling the freezer, making sure drafts are dedrafted are all part of living in Canada and rural Canada in particular.
Blessings,
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Fabric Winner, Where are You and Now I have More.
Today, hubby and I share our 25th anniversary. We aren't doing anything special today as I had a lot of teeth pulled yesterday and am pretty much restricted to swallowing pain pills and drinking liquids. However, I did get a couple of pieces of nice jewelry and there is a yummy cheesecake cake waiting in the freezer for when we/I can eat it. My gift to him was tickets to our local Country Jamboree.
I announced the winner of the fabric draw Saturday but still haven't heard from her. Donna, you have two more days to get in touch and then I will have to draw another name.
Hubby went into the village today to do a few odds and ends and picked up the mail while there. I had a nice parcel waiting.
My new shipment of Island Batik fabrics had arrived. I have already thought of a project for the precut strips.
I announced the winner of the fabric draw Saturday but still haven't heard from her. Donna, you have two more days to get in touch and then I will have to draw another name.
Hubby went into the village today to do a few odds and ends and picked up the mail while there. I had a nice parcel waiting.
My new shipment of Island Batik fabrics had arrived. I have already thought of a project for the precut strips.
The photo below is the centre of the block of the day quilt so many of us are struggling through. I just have them on the design wall but am hoping they will encourage me to keep going.
Blessings,
Saturday, August 27, 2016
And The Winner Is.....
Our contest winner is Donna W. Donna, please contact me with your mailing address. I have deleted your entry so when I hear from you, I will know it is you.
thank you to all who entered.
I will have more draws in the future.
thank you to all who entered.
I will have more draws in the future.
Thursday, August 25, 2016
One More Day
We have our new floor and it looks so nice. Hubby and our friend worked hard all day while I was out quilting. Do I feel bad? A tiny, tiny bit but I did make cookies and made sure they had lunch ready. they just have the trim to do tomorrow and I will be here then.
Tomorrow is the last day to enter my draw.
All eligible entries have been numbered and my husband will draw the winning number. I would love to be able to give everyone something but I am afraid my wallet won't extend to that. Do hope the winner enjoys the Island Batik fabrics as much as I do.
Blessings,
Tomorrow is the last day to enter my draw.
All eligible entries have been numbered and my husband will draw the winning number. I would love to be able to give everyone something but I am afraid my wallet won't extend to that. Do hope the winner enjoys the Island Batik fabrics as much as I do.
Blessings,
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Day Three of the Fabric Draw and a Recipe
It has been a rather odd day. This morning, we got everything but the TV and big furniture moved from the living room so the men can do the flooring. I made some cookies so everyone will have something to keep them energized and then I just frittered.
I have everything ready for when the Quilting Queen's get together-so named because we love our tea and we are all regal (another woman's description). Tomorrow we are going shopping before we get down to quilting. We don't usually do that but there is a sale on at the fabric store. We won't be doing anything but cutting at this get together. The sashings and borders have to be cut and there are a lot of them so it may take more than one day.
The trees on the driveway are definitely changing colour. It doesn't feel like fall yet as it is still quite warm but the nights are cooler.
Here is a recipe for peanut butter cookies that is easy to make, gluten and sugar free.
1 c. natural peanut butter (well stirred)
1/2 c. sugar substitute
1 egg
1/8 tsp. sea salt.
Preheat over to 350. Mix all ingredients together. Peanuts or chocolate chips can be added. Form dough into balls, place on cookie sheet covered with parchment paper, flatten with a fork and cook for 10 min. or until lightly brown.
Don't forget to enter my draw for some lovely Island Batik fabrics if you haven't already done so. All the information is in Monday's blog. Also remember to check out the other blog hop posts to see the quilts and enter for prizes.
Blessings,
I have everything ready for when the Quilting Queen's get together-so named because we love our tea and we are all regal (another woman's description). Tomorrow we are going shopping before we get down to quilting. We don't usually do that but there is a sale on at the fabric store. We won't be doing anything but cutting at this get together. The sashings and borders have to be cut and there are a lot of them so it may take more than one day.
The trees on the driveway are definitely changing colour. It doesn't feel like fall yet as it is still quite warm but the nights are cooler.
Here is a recipe for peanut butter cookies that is easy to make, gluten and sugar free.
1 c. natural peanut butter (well stirred)
1/2 c. sugar substitute
1 egg
1/8 tsp. sea salt.
Preheat over to 350. Mix all ingredients together. Peanuts or chocolate chips can be added. Form dough into balls, place on cookie sheet covered with parchment paper, flatten with a fork and cook for 10 min. or until lightly brown.
Don't forget to enter my draw for some lovely Island Batik fabrics if you haven't already done so. All the information is in Monday's blog. Also remember to check out the other blog hop posts to see the quilts and enter for prizes.
Blessings,
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Fabric Giveaway-Day 2
I hope you have entered my fabric give away. If not, be sure to read yesterday's post for all the details. If you have, keep checking out the other Island Batik blogs for more prizes and to see the great quilts that the Ambassador's have designed. This has been a fun challenge and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.
I forgot to include a beach appropriate recipe yesterday so be sure to watch for that tomorrow.
I will try and keep up my post for the rest of the week although I am going to be busy getting ready for our new flooring to be laid in the living room. Everything has to be moved and then put back again. We will take the opportunity to clean and sort as well.
Our weather has been lovely the past few days. Cooler but still sunny. Love it. The leaves are getting serious about changing colour.
Blessings,
I forgot to include a beach appropriate recipe yesterday so be sure to watch for that tomorrow.
I will try and keep up my post for the rest of the week although I am going to be busy getting ready for our new flooring to be laid in the living room. Everything has to be moved and then put back again. We will take the opportunity to clean and sort as well.
Our weather has been lovely the past few days. Cooler but still sunny. Love it. The leaves are getting serious about changing colour.
Blessings,
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Blog Hop and Contest.
It is time for my post in the Island Batik blog hop.
My project is called After the Holidays. I live in a tourist area, and, while we enjoy the vitality our
summer visitors bring, it is also nice when the cooler weather arrives, school starts and our streets are less crowded. This seaside scene with abandoned cabana's and quiet beach reminds me of that time of year.
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| After the Holiday |
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| After the Holidays-detail
This wall hanging was made from the wonderful Seashore fabric collection. A sample of the fabrics is shown below. The picture doesn't do justice to the vibrant colours which can be seen better in the quilt but I have included a link below the scans so you go to the Island Batik site for a better look. Copy and paste the link or click on the word Seashore
 http://www.islandbatik.com/shop/category/cotton/spring-2016/seashore/?showall=1&page_num=1 
And Now: here are the rules for my contest. If you would like to win a selection of beautiful Island Batik fabrics, starting on MONDAY Aug. 22, add a comment (area at end of blog) and tell me the name of one of the other quilts that have been featured on the blogs that have been posted to date. i.e the name of mine is 'After the Holidays'. Don't forget to leave your name. Remember you need the name of another quilt from the blogs given.
Draw closes on Aug. 26th. Only one entry per person.
Here is the list of he other blogs. Be sure to check them out so you can see their projects. Many of them are also holding contests
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Monday Aug 15 - Rain Forest
Tuesday Aug 16 - Red Tide
Wednesday Aug 17 - Sand Dune
Thursday Aug 18 - Seashore
Friday Aug 19 - Surf Squirt
Monday Aug 22 - Tradewinds
Tuesday Aug 23 - Equinox
Wednesday Aug 24 - Sea Canyon
Thursday Aug 25 - Sea Foam
Friday Aug 26 - Spoolin' Around
Monday Aug 29 - Tide Pools
Tuesday Aug 30 - Wind and Sea
Wednesday Aug 31 - Spring Zing
Thursday Sep 1 - Splash
Friday Sept 2 - Landscapes
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