it makes for not getting any actual sewing work done, but sometimes thats okay and we've enjoyed indoor pools, and parks, friends, and even... gasp... a germ infested chuck e cheese. thank you hand sanitizer.
i do all of this in the name of "operation no video games or tv till 5 pm" it's hard to do when that is a reward during the school year for homework completion and good grades...but if i keep them busy and outside, (thank you weather!) they tend to let the hours go by with out a "how much more time till we get to play games?" and surprise surprise, sometimes...5pm passes by and kids have been known to not play or watch tv for a whole day. only happened two times this break, but still we're doing pretty good.
most summers run like that for us.
last summer not so much with 3 moves between the june 1-july 29... we watched a lot of netflix and played games in between moves and swimming. but i wanted to see if i still had it in me. you know that whole schedule thing while they aren't in school bit. and it seems to of been a smooth transition back.
it makes me happy. :D
it's been a long time since we've had a really good schedule.
i'm so ready for it and i hope to implement it again during our summer months.
so to keep with the happy mood and spring love, lets have a happy little giveaway. nothing huge. just a little bit of happiness to make your day a little brighter as mine have been.
whoot i have a a project in this magazine. :)
soooooooooooo.....
i'm giving away three of these magazines.
and i'm throwing in one of my books into the mix.
all you have to do is:
tell me what you've been up to. any special projects or plans?
you know i've been enjoying the sun and dreaming of sewing...have you been sewing and dreaming of sun? or have you been doing both?!
only one entry please but please include your email address at the bottom of the comment.
i'll pick a winner later on this week.
:) happy spring!
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 394 of 394I'm not sure what our spring break will bring, but I hope not boredom LOL
Sounds like a wonderful break with your kids! Loving the warm weather in PA, and working on some sewing projects that have been on the back burner for a while...though it's hard to be inside when it's so beautiful outside. :)
homespun2u (at) aol (dot) com
My grandfather is turning 90 on march 28th and im planning a suprise party for him on the 31st. Im making all the decorations and invites and cooking/baking/making all the food. cant wait to see his face!
I've been working on a 4th of July quilt. I love summer!
stephydinger at yahoo dot com
So very lovely of you to have a give away because you're enjoying life! I like people who like life that way lol! I have to finish the binding a mini quilt for a wall hanging and then I'm not sure...maybe a throw or maybe a bag? we'll see which one grabs me the most ;o) And yes we are having some really nice before spring weather here in the sandhills of NC. Thanks, Sarah and I can be reached at sllj40 at yahoo dot com
Aaahhhh . . . Spring Break is so nice after a long winter! Our's is next week and I can't wait! I've been working on a quilt for my granddaughter and another receiving blanket for my grandson that is due to arrive any day now! :)
I have been enjoying the sun also. I need to get in my sewing room soon. Fan4may at aol dot com
Working on adding blackout lining to kids curtains..... exciting I know!....
sandepeters@yahoo.com
We aren't to spring break yet (first week of April), so I'm sewing twenty kung fu robes for the Mulan musical my daughter is in. I know, it's not the funnest, but sometimes we parents have to put away our awesome, creative projects and make boring, black costumes. :)
I feel your pain. We moved cross-country last summer. If feel like all we did was watch tv and unpack. Lame. I have high hopes for this summer!
I have actually been spring cleaning - got the urge to clean one closet and have been going ever since! a.haun@sbcglobal.net
Sounds like a perfect, relaxing week! My plans? Well, I've got some thrifted finds to spray paint and super glue together into cupcake/cookie stands, some wool sweaters to felt, and a patch of wallpaper to repair in the kitchen. Plus the usual work, school, laundry. Think I can get all that done tomorrow? Here's my email per your request: kekrue@gmail.com
I am working on 2 dresses and 2 skirts, pretty much winging it, using a couple of my own clothes as patterns.
I'd LOVE to win!!!
cptfitz@yahoo.com
Finishing a jelly roll quilt with NZ fabrics and about to start a tumbler block quilt from charm squares. Thanks for the give away.
The quilt I thought I'd give to my mom for her birthday last year is now ready to be bound. Her birthday is coming up soon so I better not spend too much time outside!
Our school break doesn't come for another two weeks so we've been up to our eyeballs in all the regular routine and craziness that is life during school. We're looking forward to a little slowdown during the break and visits to family out of town!
(I hope I win your new book!)
I just made a St. Pat's wreath for my front door and we are planning a big (thrifty) reno of our kitchen. And yes, the weather has been freakishly warm!
I've actually been sewing some quilt blocks - I'm new to quilting so this is exciting. Got my space organized so it's easier to work. Thanks for the chance to win.
ellen(at)myerly(dot)net
Busy with working and finishing quilts for our quilt show which is happening this weekend! Not really been able to take advantage of the beautiful weather.
I have been sewing lots and lots of 2 1/2" squares together for a nanas garden quilt as well as I have got the crotchet hook out to make a rug
jennyg4@live.com.au
I have been lounging in the sun in Mexico. It's Spring break for my daughter so we headed south.
Getting ready for a room addition (eek!) and maybe a spring training baseball game tomorrow. If you can do 3 moves in a year, I guess I can make it through a remodel.
Forgot my email:
Denny1600 at gmail dot com
I'm working on some crochet projects now. When I finish those I am going to fire up the new to me sewing machine. Pillow covers?
well, I just found out I'm pregnant again, so I've been dreaming up things to make especially for this coming little one (#3 has to have at least a few things made just for them, you know?).
So, enjoying the nice weather and dreaming. : )
I am almost finished with 25 Bible costumes for Kids Division at church, with friends' help. Now, I can finish a train quilt for my youngest grandson. Anxious for Spring weather.
Awesome giveaway. I'm working on 2 baby quilts. one for a girl friend, and one for my sister in law.
Beth
bethscookieconfections@yahoo.com
Forgot to post my e-mail address for Grammi Sharon: sharoncolburn@gmail.com
I haven't gotten much sewing done, but I've been cleaning the yard and clearing leaves off of my plants. I have iris and a couple other things up already!!
paaweis at yahoo.com
I haven't gotten much sewing done, but I've been cleaning the yard and clearing leaves off of my plants. I have iris and a couple other things up already!!
paaweis at yahoo.com
Still have a week before spring break, and have had two 12 days for parent-teacher conferences, but tomorrow is a day off!!! I'm planning on making a list of all quilting projects that need to be pieced, quilted or bound. Gives me a place to start knocking off some of those UFOs!!!! Going to take pictures also and put next to the project on the checklist for extra motivation. VERY excited about it!!!!!
I've been doing some planting (since I moved in in Oct. and desperately need flowers! That's in the morning before it gets too hot (did I just say that in March! !???) and then working on quilts for my great-nephew, Miles and great-niece, Ruby (one guess what Moda collection I'm using for that one!) Thanks for sharing...AND I would really like to be the winner of your book ;)
Been trying to {quickly} decide on a pattern for a baby quilt {using some fabric that I have had for a while} so that I can get it cut out, pieced and quilted very soon!
ljhlaw{at}cableone{dot}net
Been sloooowly working on a hexagon quilt (English paper piecing)! I love it, but I wish my hands were faster so I could have it done!
I'm spending some time with my son who's home from college and making plans to start a baby quilt next week.
We've been enjoying spring break as well. I finally finished binding two quilts for my boys and then we've done a few family things. Hopefully I can get more sewing time in this weekend!
I have a laundry list of projects to work on, but TOMORROW I need to make my daughter a skirt to wear for St. Patty's Day. :) Nothing like procrastinating. But hey, it's what I'm good at!
jstew51576 (at) hotmail (dot) com
I am happy for you that your spring break is doing well. Just remember they grow up so fast, so enjoy every minute. I made a lap quilt for my sister-in-law, she is in a nursing home, I put several white blocks in it so visitors could sign. Thanks for the contest, there is a lot I need to learn.
oops! I forgot to add my name and my e-mail address.
Shirley Lupton, clupton@windstream.net
What a great giveaway!! I LOVE your book ( and it's signed) ;)
I am working on a new bento lunch bag from Pink Penguin... Think back to school! I'm also planning the start of my Farmer's Wife blocks! Oh, really, I can't wait to start the actual sewing.
Enjoy your time off!
Well, my son is finishing up finals next week and then next week is Spring Break for him-but he's 21 now, so I don't really plan any activities, lol. ;) I'm bedbound right now, so I've been embroidering, cross-stitching and knitting. I'm actually looking for my mojo right now and wanting Spring to hit Seattle. We are saturated with more rain than I can appreciate.
Emjoy your sun and time with the kids!
Betsy in the Seattle suburbs
Your book is a great prize on its own but that All Small magazine looks just awesome. I've never seen that or heard about it before but it sure looks perfect for me.
I've been up to planning and getting derailed every single time by kids and phone calls ugh. I almost got to touch my machine today. LOL Got the ironing board out, fabric out, pattern printed, diapers ready and more fabrics for those. Tomorrow I may just ignore my phone and sew. I have a one month old Granddaughter to make blankets, bibs, and burp cloths for and a bunny pattern I'm testing for someone too.
Thank you for the chance to win. Good luck with spring break. My kids usually lasted about two days before starting the 'I'm bored Mom'. BUT I survived that part of my life as did all three of my boys. LOL
Making lots of ruffles with my ruffler attachment- love that little thing! I'm making ruffled wreaths- great project for using my fabric scraps.
Margiebud43@aol.com
I'm planning a baby quilt for my cousin and his wife....and trying to enjoy my spring break.
Picking out fabric for a baby quilt...only 3.5 more weeks until the little bambino is here!!
No spring break for me but I do have a project: Making a lap quilt with the cute fabrics on of my bloggy friends send me of Xmas :) I've actually started and it's coming along nicely
I just finished my first quilt top on Sunday so I need to figure out a back. And I'm just finishing a new shirt pattern for my son. And next week is our spring break so hopefully I'll get to sew with my kids home. Thanks for a chance to win a magazine & book - they look fabulous! :)
bcgeates at netbistro dot com
I would love to just be sewing having the windows open with sun shining in, but unfortunately, I am just so busy! Glad you're having a fun spring break, can't wait till ours!
aburch3@embarqmail.com
Thanks for the generous giveaway! I am in the middle of a quilt, but the beautiful weather makes me want to be outdoors & not sewing! Thanks for the chance!
saltmarshdesign (at) gmail.com
I've been playin outside w/ the kids and dreaming of sewing...ahhhh!
leighannerushing(at)yahoo(d0t)com
I wish I could say I've been sewing, but my husband had complications from back surgery, is on strict bedrest, so I am taking care of him, my 3 yr old and 10 month old. But the real kicker is, we're moving in 2 weeks! Yikes! Jubies6foot@comcast.net
Just finished making 80 scrabble tile necklaces for my church's women's organization, and keeping busy with my three little kids. Next project will be hopefully making some super hero capes for my soon-to-be two year old's birthday. Better hurry though
Thank you so much for the give-away!
Now, you ask, what am I working on? Does that include the stuff in my head?! LOL I'm working on a Dear Jane quilt, slow but sure, & a quilt-as-you-go sampler quilt for my sister. We are enjoying so much sunshine & warm temps during this March break, that it's hard to stay inside!
Maureen
mgw070@shaw.ca
I like the sounds of your spring break. i also am on spring break and have been sewing and dreaming of the sun. somehow we just aren't getting much out west. congrats on getting a project in the magazine!
I hope it gets warmer soon!
ecshepard at hotmail dot com
I started a wallet, but I used heavy weight interfacing, you know to give it more stability, instead of the lightweight and now I'm trying to sew through a mass of layers. Plus making 1/4 in double fold bias tape is a pain in the bottom!
caribbijenn(at)yahoo(dot)com
I have painted my daughters room and re-invented her curtains to cut costs! AND we have 2 projects with ruffle fabric that my 13 yr old wants to try! Yay! Running out of spring break days!
I just got some vintage pattern for little girl nightgowns I can't wait to use! mrs.jeffery@hotmail.com
I've been nesting! getting ready for a new baby in a few months and thinking of possible colors for a little girl quilt. :)
emily
em.sess@gmail.com
I am going to eat some of teh easter candy I bought to "test" for the girls, read my book, and go to bed early tonight....I am going to finish my Christmas quilt (for me) in the next week, and get together with a friend to make plastic egg wreaths....can't wait!
This week is the kids spring break. We're trying to enjoy the beautiful weather and also do our spring cleaning.
chheangwheeler@hotmail.com
Ive been working on a baby quilt. Its so nice here too that I have to take breaks and go out and enjoy it!
Enszhay@yahoo.com
Definitely dreaming of some warm, sunny weather here in Oregon! Working on a few things. At the top of my list is a couple of wall hangings for my office at work, which I hope to finish tomorrow night at my first Friday Night Sew-In. :)
I just moved 2 weeks ago and doubled my studio sewing space. Still unpacking boxes, getting old house ready to lease and keeping my new 4 month old grandson 4 days a week. Trying to organize the studio so I can start on the scarves and baby blankets I donate to the Deeper Still ministry for their April retreat; and, planning the table cloth and sink curtain for my new kitchen. Next will be working on new cushions and pillows for the screen porch furniture. Then there are new pillow covers to make for the living room and TV room. In between the big projects, my grandchildren will be needing clothes and I have promised my daughters monogrammed tote bags. Of course, Spring is coming and flowers and garden have to be planted. . . OMG, so many creative projects want to do and only 24 hours in a day.
E-mail: diannebsp@yahoo.com
I am looking forward to starting a christmas quilt. Thanks
mellisa.willis@sbcglobal.net
Right now I am taking an embroidery class and a knitting class online. THANK "G" for the internet. Soon we are moving and will have tons of sewing to do for our new home.
Oops I forgot my address. jllbaloch (at) gmail (dot) com
Happy Spring! I have an apron to finish up before I start a small quilt
Ive been working on a few quilts and a crochet hook holder. But this weekend I'm working to pay for my fabric addiction.
so many throw pillows, so little time! That's what I'm working on.
mandiprout80 (at)gmail(dot)com
Well, as far as sewing goes... I've been working on quilting a Swoon quilt for a few weeks now, but truth is the sewing machine is acting weird so I've been painting the laundry room and reading! Of course, this is all after taking care of the kids and the house and everything else that needs done. Why weren't we given 30 hours in a day instead of 24?!
MegJill at
he4rken at yahoo dot com
i'm on a 'spring break' myself ... having to have a rest, so i'm knitting and taking it easy. my viking is calling, my fiskars are fretting and my irons are pressing me to get up and get busy!
I just finished making poodle skirts for my 3 girls. They have a Sock Hop at school tomorrow night and they are sooooo excited!
dmarlatt78@yahoo.com
I have been sewing for angel babies, dreaming of some sunshine. Trying to come up with Easter dress ideas for my girlies.
graceful_after_falling2@yahoo.com
Well this week has been rainy in California, so I'm glad it's not a break for us. 3 more weeks to go. I've been sewing and sewing lately. If it is not costumes for Charlie Brown then it is Easter Baskets for my etsy store. But I'm loving it--and good news is I will be done with both when we have out School break the week after Easter!!
pkgandola(at)gmail(dot)com
I just finished a baby quilt. Now I'm working on a Schnibbles quilt called Bibelot. That magazine looks like a must have.
I am making a chenille baby blanket. Lots of straight stitching *yawn* but I'm so excited to see the results. Thanks for the chance to win!
I have been busy planning my daughter's 1st birthday on the 17th. woot woot!
I'm looking for the right project to do right now. I live in the mountains where we are experienceing the spring melt-off. I need a little spring inspiration!
I've been dreaming of the sun! It's rainy and cold still in Oregon. I've been crafting up some bridal shower decorations for a friend + planning my own wedding. Lots of DIY projects over here lately.
My email is abi.penner at hotmail dot com.
I have been sewing some surprise gifts for friends! Oh, and also enjoying the beautiful weather!!!
I've been working on costumes for a preschool play of the 3 little pigs. Lots of fun!
I am making 10 wallets for the yr 6 leavers in my son's school (my son too) so they can put their bus passes in. I have a lemon and lime quilt to finish, it is so spring/summer so have to get it done :)
sue944@msn.com
I am getting ready to redo a bedroom for my daughter!
dhelgesen@sbcglobal.net
I'm dreaming of sewing most of the time. It's not easy to get to it with my little boy around. We already have a little sunshine. I love it.
modernpatchwork4u at gmail dot com
I have great plans for this weekend: 2 skirts for my Niece's B-day, and to start a baby quilt for a new baby :-) hope to get to all of this...
galitw222@gmail.com
Spring break is in full swing for us as well. We will be dropping off grandparents at the airport in the morning tomorrow. (tears) And then off to sea life park.
I am on vacation enjoying the sun and look forward to going home to sew 3 quilt tops soon. Thanks for a chance to win.
philrwa@mashell.com
I just finished a purse. I have two quilts to finish and One hummingbird applieque pillow that I am ready to start. Also trying to get some cleaning done between projects.
letsgosew at yahoo dot com
Would love to win! Sunny in South Africa. Work is keeping me busy though so I'm just dreaming about the things I would rather be doing with my family right now :)
janinemullin (at) gmail (dot) com
I've been working on a Leisel dancing dress for my daughter. Organza...UGH! It's awful! It doesn't help that our weather is sunny and already in the 80's. The beach is calling my name, but the dress must be finished before the father/daughter retreat this month.
tammy(dot)mattox(at)gmail(dot)com
interesting post.
What a wonderful giveaway. I've just finished a baby quilt and I'm in the process of practicing my free motion quilting. My daffidils are blooming and I need to clean out the flower beds. It's still to wet for that but I can walk around and look! Thanks for the chance.
carol.claytor@yahoo.com
Sounds like you are having a wonderful time with your family.
We have been planning our vacation to Disney World. Looking forward to some down time as a family. :)
Love your site! I'm sewing a Japanese Quilt Block modern quilt and preparing for a beginning quilting class I'm teaching kids & moms.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Hi Vanessa
It's been a while since I started reading your blog and this spring I have decided to launch my own blog dedicated to Italian mothers as I live in Italy. So this could be my biggest achievement for this spring.
Thank you for this opportunity
wishing you all the best
Alexandra
alexandra@spandimama.com
Spring break is always fun...next week I'm 'breaking' with some of my girlfriends for a LONG weekend of sewing, sewing, sewing! I'm hoping to get a quilt for MY bed done, and maybe some fun things for my granddaughter! Thanks for the opportunity!
I am checking several things off my mile long to do list. I am currently in the middle of a ruffle skirt, making monogrammed pillows for an upcoming wedding, and making a moving away present for a dear friend. Thanks for the giveaway.
joshandrebecca (at) yahoo (dot) com
The main thing we've been up to is ball..softball and teeball. But I've got some jersey fabrics washed and ready to become some spring dresses and skirts. Our spring break is in 2 weeks. Can't wait!
The kids and I have done a good bunch of spring cleaning. The boys topped up the raised garden beds with 6yds of composted horse manure. Hoping to plant peas today or tomorrow. Cut out and put together a muslin for DD's prom dress. Good thing too because it'll need work to fit correctly. Unfortunately, there has been plenty of TV watching too. The weather has been fabulous! Peach trees are in full bloom.
Hope your little guy gets to feeling better. Sending you all of my good will.
I have been lucky to enjoy both. Taking the dog for a lot of walks since the snow melted this week. And sewing a whole lot of baby items for the many friends who are expecting.
I have been working on NOTHING! I've been dreaming of crafting, but with so much spring cleaning and organizing needing to be done... I feel guilty breaking out the hot glue gun or sewing machine :( hope I win your book to inspire me to make something! After all of the cleaning is done ...
What a great magazine! I was looking forward to spring break to not have scheduled time to be places and just being able to relax or be spontaneous. Im already feeling like an unproductive loser though so it looks like some projects are in my future. It would be awesome if I could motivate myself to do some spring cleaning in my sewing room and dust off my machines. Momma is in great need of some sewing time. Maybe this magazine is just the motivation I need. Small projects are much less intimidating than the huge quilt hanging on my design wall right now.
I've been cooking a baby! I'm due in two weeks. Last minute errands, bag packing, spending one on one time with my daughter before her world gets rocked! And, planning a surprise 30th bday for my hubby. Busy, busy!!
I'm currently binding up a large quilt for my family room and piecing a baby quilt for my new niece.
Happy spring break-ing! I'm tying up all the loose ends of a handmade wedding: I've made (and am making) it all, from each and every flower out of felt and tulle, to the 'Here Comes The Bride' signs for the flower girls and everything in between. Woof!
ashley(dot)macwilliam(at)gmail(dot)com
Great giveaway! Thanks! I've been machine-deep in quilt-a-longs since the beginning of the year and am loving it! However, now I've got to buckle down and work on a wedding quilts that will be due this year!
I've been planning a Carnival Fundraiser for the school, but hoping to get to my sewing projects soon. I'm wanting to make your purse (from the front cover) for my sisters (already made for sis-in-laws and we love them!). I'm also going to tackle making 7 drapery panels soon -- the first drapes I've ever made. Wish me luck! And I always have a few quilting projects in the pipeline :)
pinkpartridge (at) gmail (dot) com
I just finished a ring bearer's pillow & flower girl purse. Next is to finish up some fabric post cards & start a few mug rugs.
jennv123{at}gmail{dot}com
I just finished a cute dress for my 5 year old and a matching skirt for my 20 month old. They took pictures in them yesterday and they were so adorable! Can't wait to see the pictures. I'm also working on cleaning up my sewing room. Yikes, it's a serious mess! Now I need to get started on Easter outfits for the kids. Would love a copy of your book!
mstaker7 (at) gmail (dot) com
My husband has been traveling for work, so I have been spending the days in the sun and sewing all night . . . yep, not much sleep going on around here!
It has been really warm here (80's this week) so I have been working on a new garden spot. But I really would like to start working on some new cushio covers for my patio furniture!
lmeyera@embarqmail.com
I just finished a two-year BOM applique quilt. All done including the binding! Feels great to have it complete and on the bed.
marycarolyn@gmail.com
I sewed a pillow case with a pink bannd and am edgeing it with knotted blanked stitch using varigated pink/white perle cotton. I'd love to win a book plus magazine! Thanks!
Here in spring-ish England I am making Mothers day cake pops, crochet flowers, crochet shamrock bunting and crochet mary go rounds via lolanovablog.blogspot.com for my newly decorated bathroom in bright bold colours!
working on pulling together a Lego party!
lmcnmkc at yahoo dot com
I am experimenting with sewing monsters.
I have been soaking up the sun as well!! I just moved to a new apartment, and am excited to get out my fabric and finish my quilt!!
gwendelynn.longshore@gmail.com
Mostly I'm dealing with my efficient teether getting eight teeth at once. Good times. But when the chillins are sleeping I'm quilting up a storm.
I finished up two swaps this week, fit in a quick trip to Chicago to pick up my daughter, and am now catching up on blogs and cleaning up my sewing room.
Thanks for the great giveaway!
What a great giveaway! I have been sewing up bag after bag for an upcoming craft fair...in your neck of the woods ;) Love this weather in Iowa - such an awesome winter! I hope you won't be too disappointed when we get a real Iowa winter next year!
maggiegripp {at] yahoo *dot' com
I'm making a horse themed quilt for my oldest daughter and a cupcake quilt for my youngest. I did it by paper piecing which is a whole new ballgame! Needless to say I did a lot of ripping out and redoing.
This looks like just the inspiration I need to finish my nephew's owl quilt! So easy to start and so hard to finish...
I'm in the process of making the first quilt that is just for me...I'm loving the process of piecing a few blocks and then doing a few more. I'm sure it will slow down when the weather gets nice around here...
brookeali(at)hotmail(dot)com
I have been so intimidated by free motion quilting but finally forced myself to practice and surprisingly it is coming along nicely. Just have to get the nerve to actually put it to use on a baby quilt that needs finishing. deanie.dreams@gmail.com
My project--organize my craft area explosion. I put up shelving and made some fabric covered boxes. Now I can craft where I am supposed to--not on the kitchen counter. So really I improved my marriage too. ;)
kdougal27 (at) gmail (dot) com
gardening (I can't seem to keep my boys inside!) organizing visiting teaching (It seems to be all I do as rsprez) and a table runner out of 4 quilt blocks I made in a class years ago. I finally made up my mind what to do with them!
cvawdrey at gmail
I rarely enter these things because I think, "what are my chances of winning, 1 in a 1,000??" but I couldn't resist the chance to win your book! I have been up to a little spring cleaning, a little fabric collecting for an upcoming quilt project, and a little bit of praying that the prom dress I am about to make for my daughter turns out! Wish me luck.
bsnixon(at)gmail(dot)com
I've been painting a twin bed headboard and footboard for my son's bed. I think it is time to get his springboard and mattress off the floor, although it is the perfect size for him right now. I sewed my girl a super cute pillowcase dress for Spring picture day in a couple of weeks, she will be wearing it tomorrow for a friend's birthday party. And am about to complete an entire ensemble for the birthday girl: a skirt, matching applique onesie, headband and diaper cover. That is just the tip of the iceberg, but all of the fun stuff.
jaxhardin at yahoo dot com
I am beginning to think that you brought us this wonderful weather when you moved here to Iowa. I have lived here all of my life, not that I'm very old, but I can't remember ever having such a mild winter. I am LOVING the sun and temps right now. It is hard to think about sewing (even though I have 2 quilts to finish) when it's so nice out. I have been working in the yard until dinner time and then taking the litte one outside until dark. Sigh....I hope the weather stays. Thanks for the chance to win!
I just finished sewing a quilted iPad cozy. I call it Home Ec. meets High Tech... haha. Looking forward to sewing summer clothing for my girls.
Thanks,
liz at mommysaidsew dot com
No sewing at the moment (boo) but plenty of scrapbooking and a some major house cleaning. (Spring must be coming, my house is driving me crazy.) Enjoy your break and thanks for the chance!
Our break is two weeks away. . . I am looking forward to it, as it has been a hectic start of the year. I have been working on butterfly wings and aprons to stock up my etsy shop before Easter. . . They will be uploaded soon.
I have been working on a quilt for a friend. It is made from her husbands old shirts.
Ok, I have like at least five or so projects in my head I want to start! Probably just focus on a spring linen wreath, and Easter projects, might plant some seeds in egg shells with my girls. We've been enjoying bike riding with neighborhood friends and went to California adventure yesterday!
nupy02@yahoo.com
I've been enjoying the beautiful spring like weather and working on several projects. At home I'm working on a Sparkle Punch quilt, at work I've been painting lots of barn quilts, and I always have a "travel" project that I work on in the car, in front of the TV or at baseball practice, hexagons. I'm looking forward to summer and lots of sewing...
I've been working on some stuffed animals for birthday gifts. Then I'll be working on a doll with outfits and maybe an animal friend to put in a silent auction at my children's school to help raise money for the playground :) Oh and in between I'm working on a fun futurama cross stitch picture for my husbands birthday in May! Thanks so much for the chance to win the magazine and your book! I have your book on my amazon list!
allygvf@hotmail.com
I've made 4 stuffed elephants and they are adorable.
I have been making some headbands and dreaming for sunshine!!! I am about to begin the pinwheel quilt tutorial you have. I can't wait-I even purchased an online machine quilting course so I don't screw up te gorgeous top I am going to make ;). I would be lost if it weren't for books and online tutorials. I live in a rural area and am self teaching sewing!! But I am hooked! I have also received so many compliments on the ruffle skirt I made from your tire too-thanks!
Turtlegirl00@hotmail.com
I don't see te comment I tried to leave so of this is y second-it is by error only!! The other was lengthy-but gist was I am about to begin the pinwheel tute you have posted. I am very excited -I even signed up for an online class on machine quilting. I live rural and if it wasn't for books and Internet I would be lost. I am self teaching seeing and loving it!! Btw I receive so many compliments in te ruffle skirt I made from your tute-thanks!! We do not have sun and we are having tons of wind-so staying inside still...
I am starting to sew quilts, diaper bags and other items for my newest grandson, due in June. I admire your ability to limit tv and video games. It's tough. When my girls were small, we would periodically have no tv week. By the end of the week, they weren't even asking for it anymore.
charlottemaxwell57@gmail.com
I'm jealous that you are enjoying the sund because its freezing here in WA. I want one of your books sooo bad and I'm working on finding the energy to start another quilt.
I've been knitting like a mad woman, for the wee one in my tummy, and for my friends charity auction to help pay for IVF. I also got some material for a maternity skirt, just got to find the energy to cut and sew. Very envious of your sunshine, the weather is a little bipolar here, we've had a ton of rain, with snow and sun mixed in.
I've been knitting like a mad woman, for the wee one in my tummy, and for my friends charity auction to help pay for IVF. I also got some material for a maternity skirt, just got to find the energy to cut and sew. Very envious of your sunshine, the weather is a little bipolar here, we've had a ton of rain, with snow and sun mixed in.
I've been knitting like a mad woman, for the wee one in my tummy, and for my friends charity auction to help pay for IVF. I also got some material for a maternity skirt, just got to find the energy to cut and sew. Very envious of your sunshine, the weather is a little bipolar here, we've had a ton of rain, with snow and sun mixed in.
I'm working on many projects at once. Sewing some goodness for my shop.
Planning a rainbow party!!!
cbyr112@gmail.com
I've been working on a quilt for a friend who is retiring come June. Since I'm a teacher I'm on break too but my man and I (he teaches too) have been visiting our kids off at uni. Buying them a good meal, filling their fridges and then coming home too broke to go anywhere else...oh yeah and sitting in the sun with our dads who are 87 and 88 years old....feel the love baby.
Lovely spring break for you. The weather has been very co-operative this year. I am in the midst of binding 3 quilts that have sat around much too long. Thank you for the giveaway. Luba
chris.luba@sympatico.ca
hi V!!!
here in the south of the planet, summer is coming to an end, and fall is coming slowly
I love this wheather, sunny and cool, I also wish I could be schedule free like you, olivia has started her last primary school year few days ago :/
have sewn an iphone bag for my cousin, who keeps living it everywhere
enjoy your free time with your kids
vivi
v_t_o_d@hotmail.com
Oh boy, do I have lots of projects! I JUST finished (a few minutes ago!) my first pillow, from your faux pleated pillow tutorial. Looks great! But I cut all the strips myself from a non-cooperative material. Three more to go! Also, I have planned to make two other pillows of an undecided nature, dresses for my two daughters out of a cute pink/orange zebra fabric I found, a fabric storage caddy for all my sewing goodies, a toy storage bin, new curtains for my local animal shelter, and if I can convince hubby (I have been working so hard on it), someone outdoor curtains for our terrace! We moved four months ago but I just got my sewing machine about 2 weeks ago, so I have been planning projects and buying the fabrics like crazy, but just got started on making them! That reminds me... I really need a new sewing machine. I'll get working on it.
My friend and I just finished sewing a bunch of "boxy zipper pouches and I am working on a K Fasse print bed quilt. Thanks for the giveaway chance.
I have been working on:
- two different quilting contests
- a baby shower with more than 100 guests
- a 60th wedding anniversary party for my grandparents
- 5 kids
- 1 husband
- and a teeny bit of time to check this blog! :)
We're on Spring Break too, but we've had a lot of rain. We've been making things and today we got together with aunts and cousins and made baby quilts together. Next week, more spring break with more making and hopefully a bit of cleaning too. :-)
I actually just finished your fabric easter basket that you posted FOREVER ago, and I've been meaning to make every year. Well, I actually made it this year, and in time for easter. (bonus right?) And I'm in the middle of planning baby girl's first birthday party. Bring on the crafting! Happy Spring Break!
hollijoklein@gmail.com
ohhh I love - really LOVE - books! so I would love to win this magazine with a signed book.. amazing gift it would be! :D
what I have been doing lately? dreaming about sun of course - and today and yesterday these dreams came true! it's so so sunny here! unfortunately I have to learn all day.. and I'm thinking of taking a blanket and going to learn on one of my lakes in my town:D
Spring Break is starting for us, so I plan to get some much needed housework done, a lot of play with the kids and hope to squeeze some much desired sewing in:)
archermkc@aol.com
I just finished a Schnibbles table topper..sooo cute with all these little houses! Also working on a spring table topper in beautiful yellows and blues-Summer Breeze II by Moda. Our weather has been GORGEOUS this week, in the 80's during the day and 60s at night. The kids and I are starting to get Spring fever...we homeschool so our schedule is a little different than the public school, little less time before we break for summer! :)
I've been sewing birthday dresses for my granddaughter, Rupunzel, fairies and just a pretty summer dress. Love 3 year olds!
Evin5 at aol dot com
My next project is sewing the bridesmaid dresses for my wedding this summer. Branching away from my standard cotton to use a heavier, silkier fabric - so excited!
Thanks for all of your inspiration!
brwanous@gmail.com
I have been spring cleaning my sewing "room". I am trying to organize so I have a better idea of what I want to do for the future.
I'm just starting out so I want to try to stay organized. Notice I said "try" LOL.
Happy Spring
Kay
ktreve@hotmail.com
I have definitely been enjoying the beautiful weather, too! I am currently working on too many projects at once - my first quilt that requires more than just squares sewn together, crayon rolls, and a wreath (the hydrangea wreath you made and shared) :)
quiltingbuckeye@gmail.com
I recently finished a dress for my daughter and I have a pretty bright pink suede purse cut out that I am ready to start sewing :)
I am in Iowa too, and enjoying this unseasonably warm weather! Maybe it took you moving here to make that happen ;)
I do machine quilting and custom quilt orders. Currently I am working on a couple newborn baby photo prop quilts for one of our favorite photographers. I am using the lines "Ten Little Things", and "Terrain".
Shelley
msphelps@netins.net
I have a few projects on the go, a whirlygig gig quilt, cutting charity blocks for a community sew day at the end of the month and have cut out tumblers for a quilt. I feel like I'm on a roll. I have been unable to find your book locally and I so want it. Thank you!
been walking in the spring sunshine!! yahoo
I love your blog!! You do a great job! I have been following without being a "documented" follower for a couple of years. Anyway, nothing to exciting here. Just happy to be healthy and lov'n life.
I'm trying to get my sewing mojo back on track. Strange winter - wait - didn't have one! Hope all is turning around for you. Thanks.
KatheGTN (at) aol (dot) com
I have been preparing some items to open an Etsy shop of my own and my BFF is about to move into a new house so I am working on many projects to help make her new house a home asap! Thanks for the giveaway!
Happy last day of Spring Break. We have also been on spring break this week. Hubby took our son to MS. My little girl an I stayed home. We went shopping, to museums, played out side and got to swim in our pool. Project I have been working on is refinishing a night stand for my son. I have also been looking for a new cutting table. Found it right in my own home. I am going to use my girls old changing table. I will paint it, put casters on it so it can moved around my sewing room if needed, and maybe a new larger top. Thank you for all you do. llively89@yahoo.com
The weather here in Northern CA needs to make up it's mind! One day we are sunny and the next raining like crazy! Puts off any deck cleaning for us :(
Ohhhh... please count me in.
The sunshine has been unbelievable! I am in love with it although we are fighting terrible colds. But the fresh air really does a body good! Love having the windows open. We are excited to start the camping season early!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Smiles,
Jen
gordostyle@knology.net
I have actually been helping a friend who had surgery, where I pulled a muscle picking up her baby!!!!! But I did manage to get the binding sewn on a quilt that is so now FINISHED!!! It took about 2 years, yes 2 years!!
apinkpersonalityatgmaildotcom
I am in the middle of moving... so lately my project has been to pack up my sewing room. After I am settled, I'm going to whip up a Wiksten Tova top for myself.
I love your patterns. You are quite inspiring. Working on a quilt in Kate Spain's Terrain using an Amanda Murphy pattern, Swiss Chocolate. :) kmfosnaugh@gmail.com
I'm working on being a stay-at-home mom starting in June.
jnkpalmgren(at)gmail(dot)com
I am making a quilt for the toddler bed in my play house.
Like you I have been enjoying the warmth of the sun. We are ust back from a quick trip to Florida. The breack from a busy schedule to play in the some has inspired me to clean and organize my studio. Also to make some spring projects. Like string eggs made with ballons, starch, flour and DMC floss. They turned out cool.
Thanks. Love your blog
the spring project is to first clean and sort my craft room. Then I will need a quick project
to get back to sewing. That magazine and book would sure come in handy. Thanks Sandi
I'm sure seeing your work in print will never get old! I love it. I'm always working on something, but right now the focus is on more clothes for me, and some quilts to hopefully sell so I can go buy more fabric... terrible, I know!
I sewed a skirt, apron, bunting, shorts, and tote bag this week. I love your stuff - you are inspiring! Thanks, Amanda
amandaniederhauser@yahoo.com
I am working on what I call "Big Ben," a king sized quilt that my husband requested. I am almost done with the rows only 4 more to go. Next I want to do some bags, blocks, and backpacks.
Spring break sounds wonderful!
I've finished the Sparkle Punch Quilt top, back, and basting, but I haven't motivated myself to start the quilting yet. Next on my agenda is a wall hanger for our bedroom! I need something small!
Ahh...so many projects, so little time ! I'm working on a birthday quilt for my niece, a quilt for me, still chugging along with the Farmers Wife and now I soo wanna start a Granny Squares quilt too. Now, with the beautiful weather starting I need to get outside and get the gardens going! A little sun, a little sewing...I should just move my sewing machine outside ! Thanks for the giveaway !
Nichole
pinepatches at verizon dot net
Working on some pillow covers, which gonna get really cheerfull backsides, because, when shopping for fabric, the sun also showed up here in the North of the Netherlands and inspired me to switch from neutral to bright-summer-happy-printed fabric. :) Can't wait to finish those as soon as possible!
bianca_biemans@hotmail.com
Ps. I am not such a quilter, but your book is on my birthday wishlist! (too bad that will not be untill August)
I am working on a little baby gift bundle: bib, burp cloths, and bows. It is a girl. :) I hope to be done before the kids are out of school.
Fun give away!
I'm in the middle of making card sets. This will be my gift for my 3 sisters for passover.
Finished a baby quilt for a soon to be little girl out or her never to meet grandpas shirts. Turned out great.
pforgerson@sbcglobal.net
I just finished a scrap quilt for my dtr's bed Just snipping now to finish!
Oh, I didn't leave my name--sorry!
I just finished a scrap quilt for my dtr's bed. Just snipping to finish it!
I'm busy planning demos and classes for my new design biz!
tylabowers@gmail.com
I actually just started learning to sew on a machine...I know, I'm way behind here haha, but I've always been more of a glue gun gal, but getting into sewing is really fun & exciting for me!
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