Put-In-Bay Arts In The Park

Just a HEADS UP to those of you who are sort of local. The week end of September 10&11 is Historic Week End at Put-In-Bay. (See the link on the right side of the post). Mom, Tammie and I are bringing our goodies to Art In The Park, on Saturday, September 11. Here are a couple pictures of my Magic Credit Card Holders, Checkbook Covers, Journals and Wonky Purses. Hope to see old friends and enjoy the great weather. It will be GREAT WEATHER...RIGHT?

JULIA ROSE

Julia Rose joined our family on Monday... She joins her Mommy, (my daughter Hannah) Daddy, (Son-In-Law Mike), Big Sister Madeline and Big Brother Gabriel. A breath of fresh air!!!!

Attitude Adjustment Throne Finale

I'm putting the finishing touches on my contribution to the MAIN STREET AMHERST Wine and Brew Chair Auction.

http://www.mainstreetamherst.org/News_Events.htm
(September 11 at Saint Joe's)

It was so much fun working on this chair....I'm sorry it's almost finished. :-( I'll be adding the sparkly crystals today,then, say Good-Bye, and deliver it to the office.

Walking On Water

I'm so sorry if I sometimes give the impression that my grandchildren walk on water. Don't we all feel that way sometimes? Come on...you know we do..... anyway, I now have photographic proof that sometimes they actually DO..walk on water!!!!

Attitude Adjustment Throne

Here are just a few pictures of my Attitude Adjustment THRONE (MOM'S TIME OUT CHAIR) It will be in the auction for MAIN STREET AMHERST http://www.mainstreetamherst.org/WineBrew.htm. Poetry and photos will be added , to support the theme :-0 !!!! Updates will follow soon, as the deadline is just around the corner. GOSH...I love these quick projects!!!

Lucy Visits CAMP KIM

I was blessed last week to enjoy the company of family friend, LUCY!! She spent a few days with me, in my messy studio. As a novice quilter...she amazingly was able to finish her first quilt!!!! We had some spare time after the quilt was finished, so she also made an art journal/baby book for her soon to arrive new cousin. She had to leave early this week...and I miss her already.

The Great Remodel

OK Bev...here you go. I wanted to send a finished picture of Anthony's room, but it may be awhile. I'll show you what I have , so far. The painting is done, bunk beds rescued and assembled, the really great dark brown zebra pattern carpet installed,(it's absolutely yummy), drapes , sheers and black-out shades up, brown zebra sheets on the beds. The 2 quilts are at Linda's and are almost ready to put the bindings on, hopefully next week. This is a picture of the quilts as they are arranged on the floor and pool table. I know they will be great once the quilting is done. The framed art work needs to be finished still. I will be using the scraps from the big quilts to make 3 small wall quilts which will be in the frames.Then...it's just chests and mirrors and accents.I found this really cool fan at BJ's. The Amy Butler towels are from BED BATH And BEYOND, with a coupon. Oh yes...That's a treadmill too. YEAH, finally!!! I actually love going in there now. (BTW..The tacky fake trees will be leaving soon.)

New Class For Spring EXPOS!!!!

Have a favorite phrase or special occasion to commemorate? You'll love the New Journal Wall Quilts class!!!!! Join me in TAMPA, ATLANTA, CLEVELAND and WORCHESTER!!!!!

JAMAICA VACA WITH JU

The Classic "OH CRAP" Moment

I was in a hurry, I'll admit it. I needed to quickly get 5 quilts to the ladies with LONGARMS. In my haste to get all the backs and labels prepared..... I made an amazingly ridiculous mistake. You know how I always say..."Carefully cut behind the applique????? Cut away the background ONLY...DO NOT cut through to the FRONT????" Well........At the worst possible moment, I cut through to the front. I also underestimated how darned sharp those scissors are. (Thanks Brint!!!) Anyway, I don't usually resort to colorful language, however , a heartfelt "OH CRAP" seemed to feel appropriate.
Now... to disguise the damage.
Thankfully, the damage was on the back, so I could have a little fun with it.(Probably would have done the same thing if the damage was on the front).So....On the back of the quilt titled "When Life Gives You Broken Dishes....Use Paper Plates. The Party Must Go On. " You can see the little Do-Sew Band-Aid. Problem solved...boo boo kissed... and I'm ready to move on....See you all soon in Chantilly, Kansas City, Minneapolis and Chicago!!! WOOOOOOHOOOO!!

Are You KIDDING ME ????

I had an Endoscopy yesterday. No biggie...just routine. I knew I wouldn't be able to drive for the rest of the day,and planned to spend the day sewing instead. Fortunately...I read the discharge info before any real damage could occur.In case you're not able to read the fine print....there is a warning against using dangerous equipment such as LAWNMOWER- CHAINSAW- SEWING MACHINE??????Darn...it looks like Chainsaws are out too. Who knew...

Bexley Babes Are At It Again

The ladies of Common Threads spent a lovely Saturday, "Fishing" in Bexley, Ohio.Thank-You so much for your wonderful hospitality and a great day.Hope to see you again soon! Join us in the slide show ...below

Quilt Maven Visits Amherst

Lorain County Peacemakers was honored to host Deb Karasik at our meeting last Thursday. Isn't she too cute? She let me fondle her amazing, award winning quilts!!!

New Stuff For Fall EXPO