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Stitching & Crafting Room: What are you working on today?? |
RedHoopWoman
True Blue Farmgirl
513 Posts
Kathryn
Yoder
Colorado
USA
513 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2012 : 12:09:31 PM
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Oh,I wasn't sure what the cupcakes were either,they're very cute! I've not been doing much today yet with my crafts,I'm a little burned out on the crochet and don't know if I can concentrate much because my OB is getting worried about my baby's breech presentation and said in the next few weeks I need to start thinking about whether we should try doing a manual version to move baby to avoid a c-section or skip that because of the risks (stressing the baby and having to deliver prematurely) and plan on a c-section. So anyways,got that on my mind so think I may work on some embroidery or something that doesn't require too much concentration because I just don't have it to give to a project right now! I hope all you ladies are enjoying your day and your crafts!
"Today's Mighty Oak is just Yesterday's Nut" Nostalgic Needleworks http://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgicNeedleworks |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2012 : 04:54:16 AM
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I didn't forget...things got crazy here. I'll e-mail you the pattern soon. Sorry for the delay.
quote: Originally posted by LadyInRed
Hey Penny...so glad to see your name pop up on one of the forums. We miss you girl!!! Nice Blankets and Booties. Big Hugs to You!
Kristina...I love your dishcloths...especially the flowered ones. Would you mind sharing your pattern???? Just email me if you would. I think your keepsake book of your daughters notes to you will be a treasure for years to come. Great Idea. I did something similar for my youngest son. All my boys use to write me cute little notes...but the youngest also did "Pew Art"...which is exactly what it sounds like. He would do these fabulous little doodles while listening to sermons and they were always religious in nature. I saved them all...and then when he graduated HS...we made a Special Scrapbook for him, with letters and well wishes from family and friends, Graduation Cards and Pics of His friends and all his notes to us and his "Pew Art". It turned out really cool and something he can look back on for years to come.
blessings, peggy
Farmgirl #1326 http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
"Leave Your Cares Behind...Join Us On The Porch"
"I'm only as strong as the caffeine I drink, the hair-spray I use and the Girlfriends that I have."
When I was a lonely wallflower, Jesus asked me to dance. Then he asked me to be His!
Farmgirl #800 http://pioneerwomanatheart.blogspot.com/
http://scrapreusedandrecycledartprojects.blogspot.com/
From my hands: http://pioneerpatchworkhomespun.blogspot.com/
From my Camera: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pioneerwomanatheart/
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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MrsRooster
True Blue Farmgirl
1168 Posts
Amy
Seabrook
TX
USA
1168 Posts |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
2428 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2012 : 6:09:15 PM
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Such lovely things you gals are making. So much talent. I have been knitting mittens for a craft show in November. I am not that excited about making them, but I need to replenish what I sold last year. Hope to post pictures soon.
Janet Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
http://Jan49829.etsy.com
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Sep 23 2012 : 8:19:09 PM
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This is what I finished today. Mind you, it is the top only. I took it to my quilter and she will finish it off and I will bind it.
Betty in Pasco |
Edited by - Betty J. on Sep 23 2012 8:19:55 PM |
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Bearclover
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
Bunny
Gig Harbor
Wa
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 07:52:13 AM
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Good morning all. Sorry I haven't been around in a while. Been busy with lots of projects. I just finished a blog post for a blog hop I am in for October 2. My blog is about using a quilting software program to make digital art. I just finished doing some cards with my efforts. Check it out.
Set 1
Set 2
I'm really having fun with this. I already have a Christmas set in the works.
First day of school today. Better be off. My first class is Algebra. I'm 55 years old.... this is stressful!
Bunny
Farmgirl number 3738 My blogs: www.curiousorangecat.com Handmade stuff http://www.etsy.com/shop/CuriousOrangeCat?ref=ss_profile
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Bearclover
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
Bunny
Gig Harbor
Wa
USA
2391 Posts |
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 07:59:32 AM
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Bunny, thank you for the compliment. It is a lot of work, but one of love. My DBIL will really be pleased.
I wanted to ask you if you were using EQ (Electric Quilt)? Your designs are beautiful and what an accomplishment.
BTW, I'm making two more quilts like that one. One has a pale gold background and the other is black and purple. I will probably be tired of the pattern when I'm finished, but I will say what an accomplishment.
Betty in Pasco Who at one time lived in The Dalles. |
Edited by - Betty J. on Sep 24 2012 08:00:43 AM |
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RedHoopWoman
True Blue Farmgirl
513 Posts
Kathryn
Yoder
Colorado
USA
513 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 1:45:04 PM
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Betty I love your quilt,it is stunning with such vivid colors,nice work! I spent all day yesterday cutting out a quilt kit called "Autumn bounty" by Bonnie Sullivan,it's all squirrels,gourds and oak leaves,etc..I felt like doing something more seasonal and I've had this kit for two years,about time I got serious about working it up! Day before I worked out three redwork flour sack towels,a goat,a hen and chicks and some French style roosters,I posted them on Etsy though I have no idea if anyone ever buys embroidered dish towels,thought I would give it a shot anyways ;) I hope all you gals are having a great day and enjoying your projects!
"Today's Mighty Oak is just Yesterday's Nut" Nostalgic Needleworks http://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgicNeedleworks |
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Bearclover
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
Bunny
Gig Harbor
Wa
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 5:16:45 PM
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Betty, I did use EQ7 for my designs. I use it for all kinds of projects. I decided I would never make all the quilts I designed so went the art route. I put them for sale on my Etsy site. Hopefully they will generate a little interest.
I just moved to The Dalles a little over a year ago. I'm living with my mom after I lost my quilt shop and home in California. I have returned to college to try to put my life back together. Thankfully I have a whole basement filled with quilt shop leftovers to keep me busy for a very long time.
Farmgirl number 3738 My blogs: www.curiousorangecat.com Handmade stuff http://www.etsy.com/shop/CuriousOrangeCat?ref=ss_profile
Not all who wander are lost.../ Plan to improvise |
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MrsRooster
True Blue Farmgirl
1168 Posts
Amy
Seabrook
TX
USA
1168 Posts |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2012 : 04:39:57 AM
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I love that red work. I hope to get some more time this winter to work on more items like that.
My 10 year old came home from school with orders for 4 Team Spirit scarves in school colors. I have one made, but must finish the rest this weekend. They want them to wear for the homecoming game next weekend.
This is how we displayed our scarves at Farmer's Market. I used clothespins to hang them on my tent.
The dishcloth in my hands, in that photo, is one of 6 that my Aunt ordered. I have 5 to finish, and to work on this weekend, if I get the time. Those are about 10-11 inches wide.
I am also working on a pot holder set my mother ordered for her cousin.
First, I need to run and pick up my 10 year-old that went to a sleepover last night. Then it's off to the store for a skein of yarn.
Farmgirl #800 http://pioneerwomanatheart.blogspot.com/
http://scrapreusedandrecycledartprojects.blogspot.com/
From my hands: http://pioneerpatchworkhomespun.blogspot.com/
From my Camera: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pioneerwomanatheart/
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Edited by - FieldsofThyme on Sep 29 2012 04:42:22 AM |
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2012 : 08:50:09 AM
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I've finished this quilt and it's off to the quilter. Will be gorgeous when bound and labeled.
Now I'm two blocks into another with a light background.
Betty in Pasco |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
2428 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13639 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13639 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2012 : 6:03:39 PM
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These are all "teaser" shots of aprons (my "Retro" style) I made this week . . and sold today at Farmers Market. It was a record sales day!
There are two different aprons in this pic, kinda layered with each other
These two pics are of children's aprons I made this week and sold today.
Thanks for letting me share! I have a LOT of sewing to do this week to be prepared for next weeks Market day! CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665. 2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2012 : 6:10:02 PM
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I'm working on a crocheted hat. I make hats for the homeless every year. I usually bring them in a week before Thanksgiving. Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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bobbinrobin
True Blue Farmgirl
590 Posts
Sharon
Newman Lake
WA
USA
590 Posts |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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RedHoopWoman
True Blue Farmgirl
513 Posts
Kathryn
Yoder
Colorado
USA
513 Posts |
Posted - Sep 30 2012 : 1:02:32 PM
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CJ I love those aprons,your work and fabric choices are great,that bee apron is really cute! Betty your quilt is stunning,something to be really proud of! Marly that's a really sweet project you do for the homeless,at one time I was making throw blankets to send up to the Pine Ridge Reservation through a group called One Nation,I believe what Gandhi said is so true that "Poverty is the worst form of violence",I'm glad you take the time to help those who are in need,it reminds me that I should be doing more to help. I've been working on a cream colored Irish crochet doily,same pattern I've done a couple times before,I started it the other day while waiting at the lab for a repeat three hour glucose test for gestational diabetes,I did not make it through andgot so sick but at least managed to get half the doily done before disaster struck,now I told my doctor I refuse to try again,I am tired of being treated like a lab rat. Anyways,still need to sew on a few more rows and then the edging to the squirrel quilt and will probably do that today,I hope you ladies are enjoying your Sunday with some stitching work!
"Today's Mighty Oak is just Yesterday's Nut" Nostalgic Needleworks http://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgicNeedleworks |
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Sep 30 2012 : 6:48:06 PM
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Janet, that quilt took me the better part of 3-4 months. The "arrow" blocks have 29 pieces in them and there are 30. The rest of the blocks were a breeze. Now the set-in triangles were a problem because I don't have a ruler that size, so I had to adapt. I made a pattern out of freezer paper. From then on it was a breeze.
I can't wait to get it back from the quilter and get the binding and label on it.
Betty in Pasco |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13639 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13639 Posts |
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bobbinrobin
True Blue Farmgirl
590 Posts
Sharon
Newman Lake
WA
USA
590 Posts |
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