The Wool Bug Has Bitten Me!

Hi Everyone -

I've been out of town for two weeks - my mother-in-law had surgery on both feet - she is such a wonderful "patient" and I enjoyed my time with both my MIL and FIL. I had some "down" time so was able to finish the top of my wool wall hanging. Yes, I know it is an autumn theme - I never got it finished for this past year so I'm telling myself "I'm way ahead of the game - I've got my fall wall hanging done and it is only February" - have you ever done that? I have really enjoyed the handwork and find it relaxing. In this day and age when everyone and everything is on over drive, I'm thankful to have a craft that requires time and is relaxing. So here it is:

If any of you have clicked on the button for Wool Crazy Sew Along to the left, you will have seen all the lovely work that everyone has been doing that has been bitten by the wool bug. I'm a bit behind as I haven't had much time to collect my wool, but I thought I'd at least show you my foundation. If you had any interest in wool at all, this is a great group - sponsered by Pumpkin Patch Primitives
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So visit the Wool Crazy Sew Along - see what we are all up to and then go to Pumpkin Patch Primitives and see all that Brenda has to offer!

Happy Sewing Friends!

Raggedy Finished - Finally!

Hi Everyone -

You all probably thought I'd never get this throw done - well it is done and on its way to Bowling Green, Ohio! I hope my niece Brooke will enjoy snuggling with it and now I'm on to the first of many 2010 projects!

His Hands Back In Action!

Hi Everyone!

After a Christmas break, His Hands Quilt Group was back at it fast and furious on Tuesday! For those of you who don't know what it is, we make charity quilts for a women's homeless shelter. For more information click on this link from my past posts:

http://thentheresrustic.blogspot.com/2009/08/charity-quilts.html

So here are some pictures of the fantastic ladies that work so hard to make these quilts!






Aren't they aren't they a great group? Thanks to you ladies for your hard work.

Sew keep on stitching and enjoy your weekend!

A Wonderful Surprise!

Hi Everyone -

I have to share with you my Christmas package from Australia! Dear Ann always sends me such a delightful and generous Christmas parcel - she knows me and my style! As you can see from the picture, I received a gorgeous stocking (don't drool prim lovers!) as well as two Kansas Troubles charm packs; little Mr Snowman is too cute and the calendar is a wonderful display of Australian flowers by the month. A oh-sew-trendy tote pattern rounded out the well stuffed package! One thing I didn't photograph in fear of someone stealing it! was my favorite Australian magazine - Creating Threads - I began to lose all resolve at keeping my promise to not add to the 2010 project list. So that I won't break that, I've picked out my projects from the mag and will post them later as my 2011 list :)



Enjoy your week of sewing and stitching!

Great Find!

Hi Everyone -

I don't know how many of you like the Australian Quilting Magazines but I am just in love with them! I love how they combine quilting with stitchery for a warm, homey look. Well, I've found a wonderful website in the United States that sells a variety of patterns from many of the Australian designers. You can jump to it here at:

www.treasuredthreadsonline.com

or click on the link listed under my "Places I Like to Shop."

Stop on over and see what you think!
Happy Sewing!