Author Archives: pkay
Well seasoned blocks
I decided to work on a project that has been in my unfinished objects for ten years. I purchased the whole line of fabrics named “apple cider” and put them in a bag. custodia running iphone 7 My neighborhood quilting group then made a block of their choice using my fabrics. custodia i iphone 7plus Eight people participated, and these are the resulting blocks. Very nice. I didn’t really know … 
It’s done!
I finished! I worked my little fingers to the bone, but I did it. Wow, what a feeling of accomplishment. I worked on the cushion and the skirt today. It took more time than I expected (what else is new?) and I had to hand stitch the skirt to the chair. custodia iphone 8 cavalletto It is in my bedroom as I write and it is ever so comfortable. I …
Rug hooking fun
I have been working on these 6″ square rugs off and on for several years. custodia iphone 8 a libro I feel like getting it done now. custodia impermeabile iphone 8 It is supposed to be an alphabet rug, but I’m stumped at the moment. custodia chiusa iphone 7 plus I don’t have anything for the letter “C” and I think it will be a cat. That should be easy …
Upholstering is hard work!
Upholstering is hard on the hands. custodia iphone 8 gatto In order to begin, everything needs to come off. That can be hazardous, as the staples are really sharp and sometimes break off in the wood. When that happens, sometimes the entire staple isn’t removed. That is why my left thumb has two nasty gashes. I managed to wrestle the arms into submission. Then I tackled the back. This …
Cleaning up and hemming napkins
I know, I know, it’s not very exciting, but sometimes that’s the way it is. I am involved in helping put on a “green” dinner, so we are using only renewable products, including cloth tablecloths and napkins. custodia iphone 7 animali I am hemming close to 60 napkins that have first been serged around the edges. It is a beautiful jaquard fabric that I’ve had for years. custodia iphone 6 …
Pin cushion exchange
I participated in a pin cushion exchange yesterday. custodia di iphone 8 plus luce led This is the bird pin cushion I made, it is all wool with wings blanket stitched on. It has a contrasting gusset and button eyes. It turned out pretty cute I think. custodia waterproof iphone 6 I filled it with crushed english walnut shells that will keep pins sharp. custodia iphone 6 red By the …
From my vantage point. . .
Here’s where I sit to compose my posts. The sun was shining brightly, so I closed the shades off to my left. I had my morning coffee, a couple of bottles of water from before, a vessel full of writing utensils, a stack of “to go through” and a picture of my three kids. I have a beautiful view and I spend a good bit of time here. I …
Sue is getting her game on!
Today was a play day with my friend, Dee. custodia bici iphone 6 She has a Gammill long-arm quilting machine that she so graciously lets me use. I loaded up Sue (it’s a big one, measuring 88X100) and after an hour and a half of pinning, winding bobbins, securing batting and getting everything situated, I was ready to start quilting. Here it is with the top row of basting in …
Vacation fun
I’m having a great time with family in Minnesota. custodia iphone s4 We went shopping the last two days, custodia di pelle iphone 7 which is a record for me. We have many occasions to celebrate, custodia iphone 7plus spigen including a birthday, custodia iphone 6 firmata two anniversaries, father’s day, custodia iphone 7 fluorescente a family reunion and the first day of summer. The professional photographer will be …
Bears, upholstery and a dress
I recently finished making seven memory bears for a client. It still amazes me how each one is so different from the others. They all develop their own personality and “look.” They went to their new home this past week. I have been trying to clean up my studio and get projects knocked out so I can get at what has been gnawing at me for the past 6 months. …
