Rodeo Doings

A trip to the Houston Rodeo brought all kinds of new things.

You could ride a horse

Or feed an animal.

Or stand in front of a llama.

Or see a really strange looking animal.

Hmmm!!!!! Maybe we better just go take a plane ride.

Fickle Nickel Quilts

I am trying to use up my stash.  I don't think I will ever fully achieve that goal, but it is something to strive for.  I made two charity quilts tops using stash with the Fickle Nickel patterns by Kelly Davis.  There are 12 different Fickle Nickel patterns and you can purchase them from Quakertown Quilts.  Each of them takes 5 one-yard cuts of fabric.  Simple, fun, easy and looks great, too.

Hopefully, some child will like these.

A New Addition

I needed some extra light in my sewing room and finally got Mr. Bill to hang my swag light.  I wish I could have found something with a little more bling, but you got to go with what ya got.

The other new addition is a red polka dot chicken measuring spoon set.  I have an extra so decided to do a give away.  The first person named Peggy that leaves me a comment will win.  Ok, ok, for a 2nd entry into the give away, they must reside in New Jersey.  Good Luck

January Quilt Square Quilt A Long

If you haven't had a chance to join in Jo's Country Junction Quilt Square Quilt A Long, it's not too late.  We are using Lori Smith's patterns to make a 12" block.  Make a little quilt or save them up for something bigger.  Mine are going to be pink and brown as I have a few of those fabrics to use up.

I finished my 1st Schnibble

After seeing several blog posts about Another Year of Schnibbles, I decided to try it out.  The patterns use 2 packs of charm packs and I just happened to have 2 packs of the old Spencer Museum packs.  I haven't put borders on my little quilt, but think I have enough to just do the squares around the outside edge.  I haven't found anything in my stash to use so far. 

One of my Christmas Presents

Yes, my son has good taste.  He found me a new sewing machine for Christmas.  Don't you love it?

Jake

I haven't posted any Christmas pictures of Jake and someone asked me about them, so I am going to post a couple of my favorite from Christmas.

The new scooter.

In full swing.  He will be 3 January 15th.  My how time flies.