Is anybody out there .....??!

So how have you all been?  It's been a lazy week for me ....  I have the house to myself!

Both DD and DH are away for the week, coming back on Monday.  They are presently in Kentucky, working on the Appalachia Service Project.  It's their second summer volunteering for the organization.  To quote DD upon her return last summer:

"This past week has been the highlight of my summer, I met many amazing people and had the time of my life all while doing something I love; helping others."  Whitesburg, KY

She makes her mama proud! sniff, sniff ...

So, it's been a lazy week.  I thought I would get lots of things done.  But all I've been doing is sleeping ...  ok I did get Doppler to take a selfie!

By biggest challenge was to get her to press the camera button on the iPhone! :P

And, of course, a bit of stitching .....

I'm attempting to get a shoppe sample done for a new BOM Fibre will be offering in November.  It's called A Patchwork Year by Kathy Schmitz.  Three more blocks to stitch!

Yesterday, my good friend Gina stopped by Fibre and brought me a surprise gift .....

Ah .... I've been in sugar shock heaven since yesterday morning!  Thanks again Gina!

So, what are my plans for today?  I'm tackling this mess .....

and onward to some quilting fix!

Catch you later!

Hello neglected blog .....!

Do you remember me?  How time flies when you're having fun being so busy!  Sigh!  But, it's all good! :)

Have you heard the latest?  The Row by Row Experience shop hop is taking place from July 1 to September 2, 2014!

What a fun way to visit various quilt shops across the United States and Ontario!  Would you believe we have over 1,250 quilt shops participating?  Wow!

Not only that, but many states have had their first winner!  That's some serious shop hopper/quilters!  Way to go!

To see participating shops, check out this link.  You can also print a check list for each states and Ontario!

Most shops have a collectible fabric plate too.  Wanna see mine?

So, plan your travel route according the the shops you want to visit!  Make sure you let them know that Carole from Fibre sent you! ;o)

Have fun hopping!

Excuse me while I experience a moment .....!

My baby turned 17 today!

Hard to believe!  Happy Birthday Pumpkin!

Excuse me ....sniff ... sniff ....!

Back from spring market ....!

Pittsburgh was wonderful.  I am still assimilating all the knowledge and ideas I acquired.

When I attend these types of convention, I'm on a mission .... one of acquiring as much knowledge as possible within a limited time.  In other words, I push myself to the maximum.  It's actually the first time I come back exhausted.  I'm blaming it on the 11 hour drive back!

I want to share a meaningful picture I took from the convention balcony.

That little tree reminds me of the Little Engine that could!  I stood outside admiring it for at least a half hour!  There it is, growing on a cement pillar, being rattled every now and again by passing trains.  It just spoke to me about life and one's determination.   A powerful image, full of personal meaning!  Wish I had a stronger telephoto lens.

Onward to Spring Market....

Schoolhouse was informative, as always.  Quite the buzz about these new modern fabric designers for RJR Fabrics called Cotton + Steel.  

The session was very well presented.  You can learn all about them at this link.  Love my new bag!

One thing about market, you are bagged to no end!!!  Some are worth keeping, like this one! ;o)

For you modern folks, the movement is still quite strong.   Some eye candy ....

and a bit more ...

All very lovely to look at!  The machine quilting on the modern quilts I saw was phenomanal!  So much negative space to work with!

More to come later!  Thanks for stopping by!  Cheers!

Hello from Pittsburgh ...!

Made it safely to Pittsburgh after an 11 hour drive!

Having a grand time!  Lots to share with you.

I met up with Thimbleanna at Sample Spree!  It was great to put a face to a blog!  So sorry, no picture.  We were too busy talking! ;o)

I had a wonderful opportunity to be cruised while being wined and dined by Moda!

Our boat!

Here we are cruising Pittsburgh!

My rowdy table.  Of course I was on my best behavior! ;o)

On your right, the pretty lady in purple, is Desiree from Norway!

Here I am all smiles!

Oh, look up, way up, looks like I captured a UFO!  ;o)

Market is such a great opportunity to meet lots of wonderful people.  I don't know why I waited so long to attend!

Thanks for stopping by!  See you soon!