What I've Been Doing

Sewing?  No.

Wrapping?  Yes.

My sewing table is currently covered with packages.  That's OK. 

These are beautiful and filled with love, too.

The dining room is looking festive.

Hope things are feeling cozy and Christmas-y in your neck of the woods.

Blocks for the Log Cabin quilt.

I have been sewing blocks for the quilt, and I am happy with how they are turning out. 

Not too wonky, but I am pleased with the colors and patterns.

I have six blocks done and I am aiming for a total of nine . . .

 . . .on a white background.

Looking Up!

We've been busy. The tree is looking better. 

Our little crooked storybook tree.

Still got to get the skirt out, etc.

This collection of antique ornaments makes me happy.

Hope it's feeling festive around your house.

Just Getting Started

The Christmas decorating is just getting started around here. 

The Husband did this yesterday while I was out shopping. 

He said he wanted a little Christmas cheer in the front room. 

So he draped an old mirror with tinsel and lights.

In the livingroom the tree is up with only the lights on.  Lots more to do there . . .

We have a long way to go!!!

Shall we try this again?

OK.

So it's been a year since I posted last.

I have excuses, er . . .reasons, I really do!

We moved.

Job changes.

Problems with the sewing room which put a damper on sewing.

Anywho!  I have news! 

I have fabric! 

I bought these at my LQS yesterday.  (Well, I had that Amy Butler from before, but it just fits right in with these new ones!)  I am planning to make a quilt - free-form, liberated log cabin blocks on a white background.  I love to sew patchwork,  but I haven't been as good at the finishing things.  You know - the actual quilting and binding.  Well, a few days ago I stumbled across the nicest bunch of people at a little place in cyberland called The Old Red Barn Co. Quilt Along.  You can check them out here.  They have several rounds going and you can just jump in with any of the rounds and make a quilt.  They are extra nice and helpful.  And take a look at their work in the photo pool!