Disappearing 4 patch Top

I like this one, but was really struggling to keep focused on it. When I think I am half way done, I start to plan the next project. My idea of half way on this one was a while ago, so I was really wanting to move on to the next project. Oh well. Strips are cut for another basic 4 patch, then I will go back to something requiring more thought.

Pay it Forward and updates

Pay It Forward is simple: For the first 3 people who comment on this entry, I promise to send them something handmade within the next year. Now that's my kind of deadline! Here are the rules:
1. I will make a little something for the first 3 people that comment on this post. It will be a surprise and may arrive at any time in the next 365 days (yes, a year).
2. To sign up to receive a gift from me you must play along too. Share the giving love on your blog by promising to send a handmade goodie to the first three people that comment on your blog post.
3. You must have a blog.
4. After commenting on my post, you have to post this (or similar) on your blog to spread the love.

I think this is a neat idea, and a way to see if people are reading posts.

I've been slowly getting my disappearing 4 patch blocks done, and finished the block making last night. I think I will have time to get them sewn together today. I tied my brown and blues throw top, and hope to also get those edges done today so I can re-list it on etsy. And the church is having a silent auction today. I donated 3 quilts, and hope they bring in some good money.

I also finished the last top I had started on my retreat. It is smaller than I had hoped, but like the design. That might be the next one on the frame to finish.

Results of my Quilting weekend away

I have all of these blocks made, minus the corner pieces. 25 in all.
6 place mats

First ER Visit

Last night my baby, well of the two boys, jumped off the couch and broke his arm. We didn't get the cast on it until this morning, but he seems to be taking it pretty well. I really don't see this slowing him down much.

Fabric Binge

So I went a little crazy...about 41 yards later, this is what I have to show for myself. Fabric for 2 quilt backs, and lots of other clearance/Labor day specials. Did I mention I spent around $75 total? :DI think the black & white with the red will be a neat look. I am going on my first quilting weekend in 2 weeks, and will likely bring this with.
The mushrooms were also on clearance, probably what my soon to be niece will get. It's so darn cute!

And my next project, a quilt for my husband's uncle for Christmas. I plan on making that triangle trip around the world looking top. I have a really nice tan polka dot for the border and then some camping stuff for the back. Time to get cutting!

Finished Throw Top

I am still Quilting!!!

I was checking everyone else's posts the other day and realized it has been over a month since I posted anything. Life is and continues to be crazy busy. I made a few baby quilts in the last month, between this queen trip around the world. I use the method where you make a tube of the strips, then cut them and rip out the seams where needed. I must get quilters ADD or something, because not seeing the progress gets me every time with this pattern, and I have to take a break from it. I cut blocks for another throw blanket, once I get one made I will have to post that, it's something new for me, but should still whip together pretty fast.

We have had tons of events going on recently, our fire department has lots of summer events, and that keeps the DH busy. If I'm lucky I will get to have my first real conversation with him tonight- it's been since about Tuesday. I'm glad he's active in the department, but it gets to a point where I miss him, need a break from being a temporary single mom, and at the same time jealous that he gets to spend the weekend with our friends.

Our house is on the market- another scary thing, but needed. We signed a purchase agreement for 5 acres just outside of town, and it already has a 30x40 foot shed for the DH to play in. We can handle both payments, so not a super rush to sell our current home, but once we sell, we can build. (Sigh) Closing will be the end of November, so we have time yet to get everything in line.

Boys are sleeping, so time to sew!