Giveaway tomorrow...

I'm too worn out (and I think I either chipped a tooth or a filling...blarg.) to take pics today...but I did find the package! (That's what I get for putting the items "some place safe.")


I didn't get any sewing done today.
It was dancing dancing dancing, as my knee will attest.

I have HILARIOUS pics to post of the Kraken grooming the dog.

You'll have that and the giveaway to look forward to!

A Productive Sat!

I finished prepping for my presentation on Monday, even got copies made of my handout.

I posted charms for the Color Wheel Swap.
I checked in more charms for the Black, White & Grey swap.

I started in on Bee blocks.
I decided to wait on the Dead Simple quilting. I'm thinking wonky lines in a variegated thread.

Before I show you what I've been working on, check out what I got in the mail yesterday:

It was waiting for me on my step when I got home.
I'm in a couple of swaps, so I wasn't quite sure what it was.
I recognized the sender as Quilt Dad.
Did a little happy dance.
Figured out it was the Misfit Quilters Hoop swap.
Slowed down enough to take a picture before ripping it open.

I must share the AWESOMENESS with you.


As you can see, Kraken is checking it out in the upper left corner of the pic. She can't believe there is cool ricrac and 2 mini charm packs in addition to the awesome hoop.
It instantly cleared out the tired I had been facing earlier (3 parent conferences...all good ones, but I was wiped).

Back to today....
Here are the blocks I got done:




I've got a bunch more in partial states of doneness. I may try to finish that stack tomorrow.
I discovered a couple of gaps in my stash (who'd a thought it possible?!) that need to be remedied before I can finish.

I still haven't forgotten the giveaway. I'm going to try to get it up tomorrow after many hours of dance. I'll give you a hint...I love a LARK....

Because I love this quilt....

I wanted a chance to link up before the deadline ended.

I'm submitted this quilt


to the Bloggers'Quilt Festival.

It remains one of my all time favorites.
I found out one of my friends had gotten a cancer diagnosis.
Breast cancer.
A rare variation. (like rare enough that she immediately ended up in a medical study)
She's a nurse, so she knew what she was up against.
I love this woman. Her sass. She gave me support when I took a risk once online. Her words kept me talking...and ultimately (in a round about way) kept me talking long enough to find The Pirate. She's sent me video of her bellydancing.
I wanted her to know she's got folks thinking about her.
Rooting for her.
I had just started quilting. I wanted to make her a fabric hug, something to keep her warm while napping if her energy was low, something smooshy.
But beautiful.
I chose batiks because they made think of space photographs. The idea of a hug from the universe was just too much to pass up.

I picked more peaceful, water-like fabric for the back:


She loved it.
And, in the end, that's all that mattered.
She knows she's loved.

I have a giveaway coming...

really, I do.
And I have some luscious Anna Horner Folksy Flannel to back my Dead Simple QAL quilt with.
I'm just tired.
7 conferences this week...and I still have to do my powerpoint for the presentation on Monday.
*cough* not waiting til the last minute *cough*
I also got some fabric to make 2 more 241 bags. For me. Yup.
Even though I should be working on Xmas presents.
Trying to gear up for some bee blocks.
I'm feeling wonky stars...at least for one group.
Yup...I got a LOT to do this weekend. And a dress rehearsal.
Which reminds me that I have to find my red lipstick and the boy shorts.
blarg.

Fresh Sewing Day!

I can't believe it's November already.
Looking back, I got far more done in October than I thought I did, mostly bee blocks and swaps.

My favorite piece from October was my 241 bag in Pernilla's Journey. So far, it's gone on weekends to the Kentuck Festival and to Savannah. I love it. I have another one being constructed in my head....maybe 2 more.

Today is the last day to vote on the Eternal Makers Japanese Scrap Bag challenge. Even if you don't vote for me, there are awesome women who should be supported over there. So much creativity!


I'm linking up with Lily here.

On tap this month:
My Black, White, and Grey swap
Being a Caretaker for a 3x6 hive.
Making a crapload of bee blocks (New Bee on the Block, Sew Bee Blissful, 3x6 and 4x5 blocks)
Also planned, quilting my Dead Simple, a second run at it as a cross quilt in another palette.
MORE stockings!
Um...oh yeah...and a buncha Xmas presents that need making.
I have a ton of pouches to design/sew, in theory, a quilt that needs quilting for my mom (the reality is that it's too big for me and my tiny machine), a bag that needs making for a friend, a quilt for the Pirate's friend....oh, and I signed up for a bunch a more charm swaps and have signed up for this:


Did I mention that I've got parent conferences and I'm presenting at a conference next week?!
Today my drama class presented a work in progress. It well received by family and friends. I'm pondering starting a kid bellydance troupe. I'm still thinking of doing it, even after dancing for over 3 hours tonight.

This may be my last small blog linkup at Lily's. I'm at 49 followers. I have a giveaway planned when I hit 50. Want to help me make it this week?

Dead Simple QAL.

I picked a palette that wasn't in my comfort zone.

I kind of like it.

I've got some flannel coming this week to back it in.
Anyone out there use flannel in on the back?
Do you use batting, too?

I've got another simple one in the works....

I'm a caretaker for a 3x6 hive! Super excited.
Also, I have a giveaway in the works....ssshhh. I'll say more soon.

Trying to keep trucking...

but my tummy is having words with me today.

I'm hitting the list:

Prep for conferences (mostly done)
Powerpoint for a presentation
New Bee Block
Skill Builder crazy quilt block

Skill Builder paper piecing block

I'm now totally caught up!

Purchase makeup/food for student showcase
Cut up charm squares for Gen X swap
Cut up charm squares for my swap
Cut to charm squares for color wheel swap
sort and pack charms for color wheel swap
Finish cutting squares for Dead Simple QAL
Hit post office Mailed Gen X charms, Pincushion for swap, and Stocking!

Even though I've knocked out a lot....I still have a BIG list for tomorrow.
I've got rehearsal, a presentation to start and semi-polish, a board to build in my room, and shopping.
That bee block may have to wait a bit....