Can you believe it? Told me "if I see you do one more stitch...(insert unspoken threat here)...

Of course, there is a reason he issued this "order".

In the past week I have done nothing but sew until I drop, quite literally. 3 different nights I didn't go to bed until 3 or 4 am, and I have to get up for work no later than 6:30. Needless to say, I'm not getting much sleep.

So, he probably is correct to issue his "order", but dang it...I just want to sew & get the Christmas gifts done!

I would do that except my neck hurts so I can only sit for so long.

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I'd let him limit the hours I could sew, but not restrict entirely!

LOL, I can relate to this. Just the other day my DH was lamenting that he is a "quilting widow". However, I am not pulling the all nighters that you are!

He loves you. How wonderful he cares. You are one lucky gal. I'm sure it is only temporary or you two can compromise on how long or how much you sew per day ... for now.

ali

Moderation is fine, but it seems like a joke this week. There's only pedal to the metal for many of us trying to get ready for the big day.

Remember, if you can't finish a project, we still have Christmas. And you can give a gift certificate entitling the bearer to one finished quilt-- in January. It's a darn cold month, too!

LOL - Yes he does care, that's why he said something. I just got a kick out of how he made it sound like an "order". Like I'm going to pay any attention? lol

Not to worry, the big projects are done, so I will cut back & cruise through the rest of them (fleece scarves) without the long hours I put into the quilts.

DITTOES!
Sounds like a totally reasonable solution.
Merry Christmas and Blessings for the coming New Year.
If on THE day, you are too exhausted to be good company and enjoy your family and friends, then what have you actually accomplished?
Relax! <wave>

Oh my, is he related by some chance to mine?

I just throw it back at him, I am a "T.V widow, and twice a year, a farm widow". It usually keeps him quiet.

Oh! I get it! You practice "submission" from time to time, and he keeps practicing helping you! Got it! LOL <wave>

Sounds like a caring husband to me. Do cut back. Your health comes first.

My husband has done that to me to as I have this habit of going till I drop. After I had my heart attack I couldn't argue with him about it. It was a good thing that he reminds me when I am over doing things and I am glad he does.

I tell him that quilting is my "stress" relief and when I get "stressed" I quilt. He is lucky to get a meal when I am "stressed" lol
And then he will surprise
me with a quilt pattern he wants me to make

OK, I have to ask: "If you sew one more stitch......" is followed by what? WHAT IS the unspoken threat?

Pat could try that tactic but he knows better. After all of our time together, he realizes that an ultimatum WILL be met by me doing EXACTLY what I'm not supposed to. HA!

LOL...I guess we should all start our Christmas sewing around July :)

My husband does not like to be "neglected " by my quilt activities so I try to do my quilting projects while he is at work or when he is exercising. He also gets frustrated when I sit in my cozy corner doing hand sewing instead of sitting next to him while he watches TV (he thinks he is being ignored-like I could pry him from his football, etc.). Soooo I wait until he is home and I sit next to him and fold HIS clothes while we watch TV together..

I have tried doing the Christmas sewing in July and it is not as much fun

I thought I was the only one get those orders. I try hard not to over do it, but its hard when theres so many patterns and new things to try.

well then teach him to sew so he can help with the gifts

I think do yourself a favor and limit yourself--not by anyone elses time table ! be good to yourself and try to make that list shorter. no fun for anyone if you are worn out.
good luck getting yourself through this time warp!!

I'd tell him "OK, this one is for YOUR mother, and this is for YOUR sister and YOUR (insert his relative/friend here) - which one would you like me to not make next?

Sounds like my past 2 weeks, until the wake-up time. I am retired. At this time there are 2 quilts that won't be finished. I have them pieced though. -- And my husband wanted to invite 10 more for Christmas dinner.(already expecting10) I asked if he is cooking. I do it all, even clean-up. So far the only thing I have done for dinner is put the turkey in the frig to thaw.

I got the "look" the other day when I surfaced after 7 hours straight sewing and then again when I crawled into bed covered in thread...I did start in July and only just finished...good luck and hang in there!

My dh said almost the same thing to me the other day. I have a large quilt that I am hand quilting. Dh told me "You are not going into to kill yourself to get this done" I also have next week off so I can get some things done .

How blessed you are. He knows that no gift is worth your well-being.

I'd tell him "OK, this one is for YOUR mother, and this is for YOUR sister and YOUR (insert his relative/friend here) - which one would you like me to not make next?[/quote]

How clever!

Thanks everyone. I've enjoyed each of your comments. He does care, I know this. He just usually isn't the type to issue "orders". I have been having some health problems for the past 6 months, which I am sure is what is motivating him to say something. It will be ok though. The 2 quilts I was working on are finished and on their way to North Carolina. Now all I have left to sew are fleece scarves (3)& ponchos (2). And...I don't have to have them done before Christmas. We won't be seeing the recipients until Sunday evening & on into next week. Plenty of time to sew them up, without any all night marathons.

My hubby knows better than to say something like that to me. Men can be such babies at times. If he did I'd just keep going like he never said it and let him stew in his corner. :-)

Perhaps it doesnt have as much to do with hours spent sewing, as it does with other things you do. Maybe sew from 5 PM when you get home and stop at 10 pm and go to bed... live on a sandwich and let him fend for some laundry and sandwiches himself LOL

My husband also thinks he is being ignored when I listen to an audible book while I hand-sew my binding on a quilt. I am in the same room with him but he feels he is being ignored while he watches TV. What are they thinking?

uh, yeah!!!!! I don't blame him!!!!!!! you know, you CAN take a pic of what you've accomplished and tell the family/friends that you'll send a package later!!!!!

Men can be such babies

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As if that would work! Seriously, though, late hours and early mornings are a bad combination. Get some sleep.

What is going on with them and quilting? DH complains about how much time I spend in my sewing room and little time with him. He wants me to sit by him and watch TV - zombie movie or vampire movie... I don't like to watch TV let alone those types of movies.
sometimes is difficult to have a grown up kid for DH!

Love your Avatar.

I do start some in July & it's still a mad rush at this time.

Here's a "cop-out" for all of you who are still pushing it. Remember that the ORIGINAL presents were given on the 12th night after Christmas. Take your time and enjoy the love you're putting into your projects. Make a hand made, or even a computer generated card which expresses your emotion for the recipient. Share, that like the Three Wise Men, they have time between December 25th, and 6 Jan to think about what may be in store for their future. Make it as fun or as serious as your traditional family celebration. Then, finish your sewing or shopping, (take advantage of the after Christmas sales). Then, on Epiphany, (Three Kings Night), present your gifts with pride, and open, rather than dark, droopy eyes.

This is how I was reared. My grandmother was from Columbia, and it was how she celebrated. It was natural for me because that was just how it was. But, as children, there were a few people who didn't understand. The first question people asked when we returned to school was always, "What did you get?" I explained that I was still in suspense, just like the Wise Men were as they traveled to the stable. Then, when you present your gift, it will actually mean more because it won't be diluted by other gifts, and the extra excitement of the wait will have built. Just remember that it is in the spirit and tradition of the ORIGINAL Christmas gifts.

I agree

You do need more rest than what you are getting. When I PUSH myself, I generally make more mistakes than usual, so I make sure i GET MY REST. Just settle down. It will still be waiting on you when you get up.

Sadly he is right when we overdo like that is when we get sick at the holidays.