I used some of the leftover shirt scraps from making Amy's quilt for Granny #89.
Now that I have Amy's quilt top finished, I can get back to producing granny square blocks. This is Granny #89. So I have 31 more to go. I likely won't have it finished before the holidays as I once thought I might. But surely by springtime.
I found chambray fabric online for backing that almost matches the chambray in Amy's quilt. It is now in the washer. I don't normally wash my fabrics before making quilts. But since the fabrics in the top came from Vann's shirts that had been washed over and over, I decided it was best to wash the backing at least once. Depending on how it looks and feels when it comes out of the dryer, I might run it through another wash.
Thanks to all of you who gave me tips about where to purchased chambray. I checked out each tip and picked the one I thought would work best.
I had to call in sick and miss Discovery Club yesterday. I started the day out by dropping Sophie off at the groomer and came back by the grocery store and picked up a few things. By the time I got home, I knew I was just about done for the day. Much back pain, and the crushing fatigue had set in. I had just enough oomph left to pick up Sophie when the groomer called. I spent the rest of the day on the couch.
The bad fatigue in gone this morning, and the pain is better. It only comes back when I spend more than a few minutes on my feet. It seems that's going to be the norm from now on. But some people live with worse. I'm grateful for what I have.
The new cleaning lady, Anna, is here for her first day cleaning The Yellow House. All the animals gave their approval when she first arrived. I told Anna right off, first rule: pet the dogs and let Taco scuz you. Their rule; not mine. She seems very conscientious and wanting to please. I have a feeling, she's going to work out. But I miss Sheryl, the best cleaning lady I've ever had.
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On 10/30/2013, Barbara Anne said ...
I'm so happy your Granny Square quilt will have some of dear Vann's shirt fabrics in it to add to how special the quilt is going to be.
Wishing you relief from that back pain and overwhelming fatigue. It's no fun to miss an event where you're needed or one that you enjoy because you lack the spoons to get ready, drive, be there, and get home. Major bummer.
Is it time to go back to the pool to exercise or have a very warm soak in your lovely tub? Do you have a heating pad to use in a comfy chair? Are there any grocery stores in town that deliver groceries? Can you arrange a doggie carpool for getting your 4 legged furry family members to and from the vet so you don't have to do it when you're feeling bad? Sorry for the many questions, but I wish I could help.
Be good to you. Eat chocolate.
Hugs!
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