WIP & UFO Challenge, are you game?
12-31-2010, 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Scissor Queen
Originally Posted by MaryAnna
Ok WIP & UFO gang..... it's the 31st! By today you should have found your projects, or at least a few to get started on tomorrow. The 1st is our start date and if you're over booked on that day, try to do 15 mins to a half hour of sewing/quilting on a project sometime on the 1st.
I work 2 jobs, so I need to work in some time everyday in order to get things done. We'll have some 'quilt retreat' weekends and/or PJ parties (all night sewing sessions) planned. So that should help out. Let us all know if you've got a special night to devote to projects and have your own PJ party....we might be able to join in!
Let's check in with each other weekly at least to see how we're doing, and don't forget to post pictures!
We can do this! Even me with 33 projects.
Blessings,
MaryAnna
I work 2 jobs, so I need to work in some time everyday in order to get things done. We'll have some 'quilt retreat' weekends and/or PJ parties (all night sewing sessions) planned. So that should help out. Let us all know if you've got a special night to devote to projects and have your own PJ party....we might be able to join in!
Let's check in with each other weekly at least to see how we're doing, and don't forget to post pictures!
We can do this! Even me with 33 projects.
Blessings,
MaryAnna
Have a Happy New Year & many Blessings,
MaryAnna
12-31-2010, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by MaryAnna
Some inspiration for all of us! I injured my back yesterday afternoon while undecking the halls...fa la la..... so I was really bad off today and called in sick. So, with heating pad on my back in the sewing chair.....I finished the 1st UFO on my list! I finished my DS's Penn Dutch Quilt (his Christmas present), I cut the binding (not easy with back problems), sewed the binding, etc. and did a label on the back.
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
Your quilt is beautiful. I like the colors you chose; very rich and elegant looking. Very creative to use the lighter background of your focus fabric on the back. I take it you really liked that fabric, too! <wave>
12-31-2010, 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by omak
Originally Posted by MaryAnna
Some inspiration for all of us! I injured my back yesterday afternoon while undecking the halls...fa la la..... so I was really bad off today and called in sick. So, with heating pad on my back in the sewing chair.....I finished the 1st UFO on my list! I finished my DS's Penn Dutch Quilt (his Christmas present), I cut the binding (not easy with back problems), sewed the binding, etc. and did a label on the back.
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
You must be either a nurse or a dr! I'll try the cold pack, although the heat felt nice, I still have pain and difficulty moving about.
Yes, I loved the large paisley print!
Blessings,
MaryAnna
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
You must be either a nurse or a dr! I'll try the cold pack, although the heat felt nice, I still have pain and difficulty moving about.
Yes, I loved the large paisley print!
Blessings,
MaryAnna
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
Your quilt is beautiful. I like the colors you chose; very rich and elegant looking. Very creative to use the lighter background of your focus fabric on the back. I take it you really liked that fabric, too! <wave>
12-31-2010, 05:59 PM
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Well I did reply, but it didn't show....strange.
Omak, you must be either a nurse or a dr! I'll try the ice packs. The heat felt nice, but I was still in pain and had difficulty moving about without twinging in pain.
Yes, I loved the large paisley print. although I can't take credit for all as it was a BOM.
Thanks for the medical advice, I haven't been to my chiropractor yet. I'm sure she'd agree with you!
Blessings,
MaryAnna
Omak, you must be either a nurse or a dr! I'll try the ice packs. The heat felt nice, but I was still in pain and had difficulty moving about without twinging in pain.
Yes, I loved the large paisley print. although I can't take credit for all as it was a BOM.
Thanks for the medical advice, I haven't been to my chiropractor yet. I'm sure she'd agree with you!
Blessings,
MaryAnna
12-31-2010, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by MaryAnna
Some inspiration for all of us! I injured my back yesterday afternoon while undecking the halls...fa la la..... so I was really bad off today and called in sick. So, with heating pad on my back in the sewing chair.....I finished the 1st UFO on my list! I finished my DS's Penn Dutch Quilt (his Christmas present), I cut the binding (not easy with back problems), sewed the binding, etc. and did a label on the back.
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
The top quilting was done by Carol the LA, she did a great job, but got it done the Monday before Christmas.
I can scratch 1 off of my 'list'....now for the other 32!
Happy New Year and Many Blessings to all,
MaryAnna
12-31-2010, 06:32 PM
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I haven't been purchasing fabric much either. I was online at fabric.com for their sale last night, had fabrics in my basket that I had wanted... then decided that I don't need to buy more fabric right now.
I have probably a half dozen tops to quilt and 3 major projects in the works that I need to get done.
I vow to not start anything new or buy fabric until I get these 3 tops done. I believe that I have everything I need for them, even the backing for 2 of them.
I have probably a half dozen tops to quilt and 3 major projects in the works that I need to get done.
I vow to not start anything new or buy fabric until I get these 3 tops done. I believe that I have everything I need for them, even the backing for 2 of them.
12-31-2010, 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by pittsburgpam
I haven't been purchasing fabric much either. I was online at fabric.com for their sale last night, had fabrics in my basket that I had wanted... then decided that I don't need to buy more fabric right now.
I have probably a half dozen tops to quilt and 3 major projects in the works that I need to get done.
I vow to not start anything new or buy fabric until I get these 3 tops done. I believe that I have everything I need for them, even the backing for 2 of them.
I have probably a half dozen tops to quilt and 3 major projects in the works that I need to get done.
I vow to not start anything new or buy fabric until I get these 3 tops done. I believe that I have everything I need for them, even the backing for 2 of them.
Get your projects done and post them! We'd all love to see them!
Blessings,
MaryAnna
12-31-2010, 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by jme
Pulled one ufo out tonight. Haven't even looked at it for several months. It just needs some borders and the top will be finished (twin size).
Blessings,
MaryAnna
12-31-2010, 07:06 PM
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Actually <g> I am neither a nurse or a DR, but I do love medicine.
The advice came from MY chriopractor <g> ... the ice isn't as comfortable as the heat is (I think because we are old and cold and don't realize how cold we are until we get close to a heat source ... ANYWAY!
Last February, during a wrestling match with a calf, I experienced my first and only wrenched back, so badly that I couldn't walk without help. Couldn't turn over in bed. Couldn't get out of a chair without help. I have never in my life been so debilitated! (First time I had actually been able to empathize with back patients, too :oops: )
Hubby took me to his chiropractor (who practices low impact - - don't know the right word for it) and Dr Ross explained the heat/cold difference.
I had to figure it all out, but it helped that when hubby bought me a new van, he bought one with fanny heaters in the front seat.
I'm telling you! Those are MARVELOUS things in the early morning cold, but I had noticed that after heating up with the fanny heater and then traveling long distances, when I got out of the van, I could hardly walk ... so, when Dr Ross explained it to me, I put that together with my experiences, had my AH HA! moment and proceeded to spread "the gospel" <g>
I believe in giving people the best advice I have when it seems to be needed ... (that is what saved my life for so many years, and I try to pass it on) I have long ago given up being concerned about being considered a buttinsky <g> ... if I help someone by sharing what I have learned, that is great! <wave>
The advice came from MY chriopractor <g> ... the ice isn't as comfortable as the heat is (I think because we are old and cold and don't realize how cold we are until we get close to a heat source ... ANYWAY!
Last February, during a wrestling match with a calf, I experienced my first and only wrenched back, so badly that I couldn't walk without help. Couldn't turn over in bed. Couldn't get out of a chair without help. I have never in my life been so debilitated! (First time I had actually been able to empathize with back patients, too :oops: )
Hubby took me to his chiropractor (who practices low impact - - don't know the right word for it) and Dr Ross explained the heat/cold difference.
I had to figure it all out, but it helped that when hubby bought me a new van, he bought one with fanny heaters in the front seat.
I'm telling you! Those are MARVELOUS things in the early morning cold, but I had noticed that after heating up with the fanny heater and then traveling long distances, when I got out of the van, I could hardly walk ... so, when Dr Ross explained it to me, I put that together with my experiences, had my AH HA! moment and proceeded to spread "the gospel" <g>
I believe in giving people the best advice I have when it seems to be needed ... (that is what saved my life for so many years, and I try to pass it on) I have long ago given up being concerned about being considered a buttinsky <g> ... if I help someone by sharing what I have learned, that is great! <wave>
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