Did you know I have an older sister? Neither did I, until now!
If you read my blog often, you already know that possibly my least favorite question in the world is "How Old Are You?" Well, now I have some company, because I'm pretty sure it's now my sister's least favorite question too!
Last night we were both at a house warming party. My sister recently moved back into the area, so a lot of people don't know her yet, and most of them didn't know I have a sister. It seems that the question du jour last night was "How old are you?"
To be more specific, "So you're Mindi's older sister?"
My sister happens to be 3 years younger than I am. Ha, Ha, Ha. Need I say more?
Hey sis, I'll give you my baby face, but you have to take The Hair with it!
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
Moda U Fall 2008
Last month, at the Moda U meeting, I was disorganized (I know, what's new, right?) and didn't have all the info on the new project for Moda U. In an effort to redeem myself, here is what I have so far.
Beginning in September, Moda University will feature an article each month written by Barbara Brackman. The article will describe a featured block and its signifigance to the Civil War. We get to learn our history with our quilting! At the end of a year, the featured blocks will be combined into a block of the month quilt. Tentative pricing on the block of the month will be between $8 and $10 per month, depending on final costs of the finishing kit which I will figure out before September's Moda U meeting.
The finished quilt will be about 76x89, but could easily be larger with an added border or two. Moda has sent out a picture of their sample quilt, which I have to say I HATE! It is ugly, for lack of a better description. I'm not sure why they chose the fabrics they did for their finishing, but it's a disaster. Here, see for yourself!
Sorry, Moda, but I hate, hate, hate your fabric choices.
Barbara Brackman has a brand new Civil War Reproduction line releasing in September, and I will have all 40 bolts in shop! My kits for the block of the month will include fabrics from Barbara's new line, and as soon as I have my sample ready I will post a picture of what I think this quilt should look like! I'm excited about the fluidity of the new project, with the historical quality, the coordinating newsletters, and the fabrics. With a few different fabrics (OK, with ALL different fabrics) this will be a stunning project as well as a chance to learn some of our quilting heritage.
I will be offering the block of the month program online as well. If you are interested, watch for more info here and on my website, The Crazy Quilter, as soon as the program is posted.
Beginning in September, Moda University will feature an article each month written by Barbara Brackman. The article will describe a featured block and its signifigance to the Civil War. We get to learn our history with our quilting! At the end of a year, the featured blocks will be combined into a block of the month quilt. Tentative pricing on the block of the month will be between $8 and $10 per month, depending on final costs of the finishing kit which I will figure out before September's Moda U meeting.
The finished quilt will be about 76x89, but could easily be larger with an added border or two. Moda has sent out a picture of their sample quilt, which I have to say I HATE! It is ugly, for lack of a better description. I'm not sure why they chose the fabrics they did for their finishing, but it's a disaster. Here, see for yourself!
Sorry, Moda, but I hate, hate, hate your fabric choices.
Barbara Brackman has a brand new Civil War Reproduction line releasing in September, and I will have all 40 bolts in shop! My kits for the block of the month will include fabrics from Barbara's new line, and as soon as I have my sample ready I will post a picture of what I think this quilt should look like! I'm excited about the fluidity of the new project, with the historical quality, the coordinating newsletters, and the fabrics. With a few different fabrics (OK, with ALL different fabrics) this will be a stunning project as well as a chance to learn some of our quilting heritage.
I will be offering the block of the month program online as well. If you are interested, watch for more info here and on my website, The Crazy Quilter, as soon as the program is posted.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Look What Came Today!
You might remember a certain couple of very rude sales men? Well, guess what arrived today?!
Tracks Along the Trail Flannels by Debbie Fields of Granola Girl Designs!
The salesmen made a mistake and didn't order the correct coordinating panel, which is of course on backorder now. I'm trying really hard not to be bitter. The line is gorgeous regardless!
Tracks Along the Trail Flannels by Debbie Fields of Granola Girl Designs!
The salesmen made a mistake and didn't order the correct coordinating panel, which is of course on backorder now. I'm trying really hard not to be bitter. The line is gorgeous regardless!
Crazy 8 Shop Run
The Crazy 8 Shop Run is a fun filled poker style shop hop. Collect a poker card at each of the 12 participating shops for your chance to win great prizes, including $300 in gift certificates, a quilt rack, a design wall, an Oliso iron, and more!
The shop run follows a figure 8 loop, running between Pomeroy, WA, through Moscow, ID, Palouse, WA, Deary, ID, Grangeville, ID, Orofino, ID, Lewiston, ID, and more! 12 shops in all, 3 days of fun!
Friday, August 8 and Sat. August 9, 9am-6pm
Sunday, August 10 12-5pm.
If you would like more info on this Run, please email me or call the quilt shop.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Tent Camping was a Bust!
Yep, it sure was. All in all, not a great weekend. I guess we're not very good holiday campers, because between the incredibly rude people who stole our camping stop, the heavy boat traffic, and the booze hounds, we would have rather stayed home! Add the grand finale of a broken boat prop, and I can think of much better things we could have done this weekend. Anybody have a quilt they want quilted, a REALLY BIG quilt? Because I have a boat to repair.
Thankfully, we did find a camping spot, and we did have a good laugh watching the people across the lake get busted for lighting fireworks. Thanks to a noisy animal of unknown species, I ended up cuddling with a scared Kylee while Monte wrapped up in the Disney Princess sleeping bag. Here's a pic of the kids collecting firewood. A fun "game" until Kylee grabbed a stick out of the center of a red ant nest and proceeding to scream in terror because one ant was crawling on her.
Back to work we go. The boat's off to the repair shop, the kids are starting T-ball, and the quilt machine is smoking once again. Plus, I have a super duper, extra humongous, gigantic project that starts next weekend. Stay tuned for the details!
Thankfully, we did find a camping spot, and we did have a good laugh watching the people across the lake get busted for lighting fireworks. Thanks to a noisy animal of unknown species, I ended up cuddling with a scared Kylee while Monte wrapped up in the Disney Princess sleeping bag. Here's a pic of the kids collecting firewood. A fun "game" until Kylee grabbed a stick out of the center of a red ant nest and proceeding to scream in terror because one ant was crawling on her.
Back to work we go. The boat's off to the repair shop, the kids are starting T-ball, and the quilt machine is smoking once again. Plus, I have a super duper, extra humongous, gigantic project that starts next weekend. Stay tuned for the details!
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