I finally knuckled down yesterday and got some UFO progress done, so I have a wee bit to report this morning. I got the bindings sewn on two quilts, "Sugar & Spice" (previously known as "Pink Pinwheel Quilt," #2 on the UFO list) and "The Jungle Quilt." I hand stitched the binding to the back of "Sugar & Spice" and attached the label. I still have to sew on the hanging sleeve for the quilt show, and the S&S will be busted. I hope to finish it and "The Jungle Quilt" today.
I got off to a rocky start this morning. First I had to lug three boxes out onto the front porch for the thrift store truck to pick up today. They were heavier than I thought, but I got them out.
And I almost got them out without mishap. But while I was going back in the front door after taking out the last box, Skipper escaped and headed straight for neighbor John's cat door. So I had to run back into the house, put on my robe and outdoor shoes, and chase him down.
Of course, Sophie had followed her nutty little brother, and they were both now sending out the alarm to the whole neighborhood. Every dog for miles around was barking when I got back outside.
And Skipper? Well it seems Mr. Skipper Lou Blue is a dog treat or two over the line. The cat door into John's garage, which previously Skipper could jump into on the run, now had him trapped. He was half in with his hind legs and hind quarters hanging out. He was kicking his feet and barking at the top of his little lungs, but he was stuck. Tickled me, it did. But I guess that's a message to me to stop giving my doggies so many treats.
Below is Mr. Linky. All you UFO Busters sign in please. Even if you haven't made any progress this week, you're still invited to add you link so we can see what has grabbed your attention and kept you away from busting.
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On 05/27/2011, Barbara Anne said ...
Applause!!!!!!!!!!! I love the joy-joy colors in Sugar and Spice and applause your diligence in getting it almost completed. Imagine, two bindings in a day. My hat is off to you!!
I've been working in the garden and having flight of ideas about my sewing. I cut out some flannel squares for a new, simple project that will be a Christmas gift, decided to jazz up my itty bitty quilts with my mother's sequins and beads plus some embroidery so they might sell, and made the binding for a UFO.
I hope to be better!
Hugs!
On 05/27/2011, Lynn said ...
I made no progress this week mainly due to all the party preparations this week. With summer now upon us my sewing time is limited and irregular.
On 05/27/2011, Robin Booth said ...
Wow! Two finishes in one week!
I enjoy your blog. The UFO progress this year has made me think about UFO's other than my quilty ones. The next non-UFO project I'm going to get out is my grandmother's crocheted bedspread. She made all the squares, some of them are even put into rows, but it was never completed and I inherited it. I think NOW is a good time to put it together.
On 05/27/2011, Jen said ...
Great finish! I love those colors. I did have a finish this week. Wait, was it last week? My first UFO.
I mentioned you on my blog today and passed on the Versatile Blogger Award. I really do love reading your posts!
On 05/27/2011, Jen in NY said ...
LOL about Skipper! He must have been wondering why he couldn't get through anymore! I love the Sugar and Spice quilt, it's gorgeous. Congrats on getting it done. I love doing bindings!
On 05/27/2011, Curtains In My tree said ...
Good for you.
I love that little chicken wall quilt would look so cute in my kitchen
On 05/27/2011, Jan said ...
Sugar & Spice is just gorgeous! Love those colors!! Add pinwheels and I'm smitten! We had a similar problem to Skipper's with a dog flap this winter. Our non-digging-to-China dog was barking to be let in from the garage instead of coming into the house via the flap. hmmmmm...cut out the treats and she's back to coming and going on her own!!
On 05/27/2011, Julie in WA said ...
Hooray for you! You are making such great progress, Susan. I think it would help me if I learned how to post all my WIPs/UFOs on the side of my blog. Then I would see them all the time. As it is, I am not making much progress at all. But you, you are an inspiration!
I've linked up...
On 05/27/2011, Mama Pea said ...
I actually had a little bit to post! Yay! I just love those red and pink pinwheels! Really terrific!
On 05/28/2011, Metal Wall Art said ...
I like the color combination of that artwork. Thank you for sharing this post.
On 05/28/2011, Sunny109 said ...
Hi ! I love your posting..great quilting!! Happy Pink Saturday! Sunny109
On 05/28/2011, Deb said ...
Hi Susan ~ I love your pink quilt! Great job busting! I'm out of town and had my daughter put my link to Mr. Linky up while I was traveling, but now I can get on the computer to comment. Looking forward to visiting everyone's UFO report.
On 05/29/2011, GardenOfDaisies said ...
Your sugar and spice is truly a beautiful quilt!!!
On 06/04/2011, Plumbing said ...
Its lovely! You really have the talent and skills for quilting. But i don't understand why do you call it sugar and spice? But no matter what the case is, Its wonderful!
On 06/20/2011, Party Bags said ...
Your "sugar and spice" reminds me of my grandmother's blanket. You got a great hands and quilting is a nice hobby. Happy quilting to you!
On 06/24/2011, playmobil said ...
That was a good kind of design. The color is there and it is so lovely. Like it!
On 07/13/2011, Double Glazing said ...
Quilt making is a great thing to do. You can create the designs in your own way and it doesn't sot too much. in making quilts, you must be skilled in sewing so you can have lots of different designs.
On 08/27/2011, Party Bags said ...
There are many methods to making quilts. You can use the traditional method, the piece-together method or the applique method. Whichever way you use, a memory quilt is a great way to use up old clothes.
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