Yesterday was one of those days when there's more to do than day to do it in. I started by attending the monthly meeting of my quilter's bee at my friend Barbara's house. Lots of fun, talking, laughing, and enjoying Barbara's great refreshments, including an apple cake to die for. Of course there was some inspirational show and tell too. I took along my "September" quilt top to show everyone, and one row of the secret quilt I'm working on. Below are some other projects that members are working on.
Barbara shows us the pretty jelly roll top that she's making.
Martha made this manly lap quilt for her husband.
Cindy M. shows us some of her Civil War blocks.
That's also Cindy M. behind this quilt.
And Mary S. shows us the beautiful hand-appliqued center block of a medallion quilt she's working on.
After bee, it was off to find fabric to back my "September" quilt and the secret quilt. After scanning to fabric racks at Hancock's a couple of times, I came upon just the right fabric for each. But my search for background fabric for the January guild block of the month, didn't go so well. Hancock's had nothing and neither did JoAnn's. Back at WalMart in Leeds (which still carries fabric) I found a piece, and bought 1 5/8 yards, all they had, and I don't think it will be enough for all the kits. Anybody have a WalMart near her that still sells fabric.
This is the WalMart fabric. I was hoping to find the multicolored dot fabric like that I used in the background of my block. But I decided, after not being able to find it even online, I could settle for this paint spatter print. But I'm very much afraid that 1 5/8 yards will not be enough. Anybody know where I might find more of this?
Beautiful backings. The gold polka dot will back the "September" quilt. The brown is for my secret Christmas gift quilt for someone special.
After grocery shopping, filling the car up with gas, putting away the groceries (Jesse was home to bring them in), and cooking a quick supper, I was teetotally pooped. I managed to stay awake long enough to watch "Castle," of which I barely remember anything. Then it was off to bed for me and the mutts.
This morning, there was a heavy frost on the lawn, the first one this year as far as I know. Coming in from all my travels yesterday evening, I saw a neighbor already had her Christmas tree aglow in her front window. I guess that all right, if it's your thing. But I'd much rather not mix the holidays up. I wish we could wait until at least after Thanksgiving to start celebrating the Christmas holidays. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. And these days it seems it barely gets noticed at all.
Well, there will be no Christmas tree at the Yellow House until after Turkey Day. And even then, Jesse is going to have to do the majority of the work. I remember how hard all the decorating was last year.
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On 11/13/2012, Barbara Anne said ...
Love the various quilts from your bee meeting and I always appreciate the eye candy as it gets me in the mood to sew! Thanks!
What cute polka-dot fabric and the paint splatter fabric is a good alternate. Who made each of these fabrics? Knowing that would make it easier to find if it's out there somewhere.
The gold dotter fabric is just perfect for your September quilt. Great choice! I imagine the brown backing is just as perfect for the secret whatever!
I'm in total agreement with you about loving Thanksgiving and not being ready to decorate for Christmas until after enjoying the turkey. This year we have a whole week between Thanksgiving and the beginning of December, too.
Hope you're tucked in for a lovely, quiet, restful day today.
Hugs!
On 11/13/2012, Yooper from Mississippi said ...
Beautiful quilts. I think Walmart is gradually restocking fabric in many of their stores. Do you have the apple cake recipe? Thx.
On 11/13/2012, Lynn said ...
My Walmart carries fabric. I'll look for it next time I go. How much more do you think you will need?
On 11/14/2012, Kai said ...
Ditto everything Barbara Anne wrote! (Well, except for putting me in the mood to sew. LOL! Any attempt at sewing on MY part is ALWAYS a total disaster!) I also agree re: Christmas decorating. I do it the day AFTER Thanksgiving. That's been my way of avoiding BLACK FRIDAY'S craziness. AND I serve Thanksgiving leftovers so it's a no cook day! This year I'll have upwards of 30 people for Thanksgiving Day - all of the Indian variety - and many will remain for the weekend. Those who stay will help me decorate. YAY! Hope a BUNCH of the taller kolas stay! LOL! Have a happy Wednesday!! This crazy Comanche LOVES you! You TOO, Barbara Anne!)
On 11/16/2012, Rose said ...
Don't tell me you gave up your "boycott"......and Yes, our Walmarts carry fabric....if you can find someone to cut (they cannot afford to hire more people)
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