I have sooo much catching up to do, but if I stay on the computer a moment longer, DH is going to hang me by my toes. Rather than repeat the thank you to so many kind people on this thread, here is a post with pix ...
http://www.quiltingboard.com/general...ml#post5246730
You might have to scroll up a bit ...

I spent 30 minutes looking for my template and directions for making the Dresden plate table runner and still can't find it,, where or where is it... In that pile of black and white material or the scraps I ant to send to anyone who is collecting them... Or in the..........................????????????????

I don't know, but I'll gladly send you one.

Auntie Gail,your so funny. But I have the same problem.CRS hits again. Mary

I could probably use an extra one.. darn can't find the thing, went on a hunt again even asked St Anthony to help me find it...

Sorry to hear about you sister,still trying to post my pic

RoseMary,

Know that problem as went through that yesterday trying to fing leather I bought for apurse to find I put it in the scrap bag and then trying to find trim whrn it was right on the table in front of me. Going to need to call a contractor to get that cabinet hung on the wall so I can finish getting my studio the way I want it and then get it cleaned up again!

Jeffrey still waiting for pictures of studio and some quilts. hugs Mary

I am taking Marty camping which is actually "cabining" a very nice house in the woods. Heat & air bedroom, spiral staircase to loft full kitchen and bathroom, microwave, stove and full size refrig for $50 a night, split two was it is pretty cheap for both of us. Nature trails and 4 fishing ponds. A little slice of heaven. So if you don't hear from me don't think anything of it. will post pictures when we get back. I think it will do her a world of good!

...and it will do you good also. enjoy this small piece of heavenly love for a coupla of days and come back all refreshed. we all need time to recharge our batteries.

OMG Lori, send the info, I would absolutely love that vaca!!! Prayers to all who are going through tough times.

I am absolutelly going to force my DH to read the last few pages of this thread!! Each one of those scenarios could be me! I have taken over 2 (yes 2) rooms upstairs in our home! One is all shelved off with different shelving units I have acquired over the years. I have 4 big totes full of fleece, 1 tote I put pcs in that I think will make unique purses/bags, 1 tote full of fur............. My cutting table is also in that room and a big homemade ironing board that sits on bop of a baby changing table, with the drawers full of sewing "stuff". I realized I liked to sew inthat room when sewing alone, so I set up my Singer 301 on the desk and put the laptop on a stand next to it. The closet in that room holds Christmas decorations and a very large tote that has been around for years. I have always been a clearance sale shopper and buy stuff just to put in that box. I use it to fill in at Christmastime, or if I need something for a birthday......and now..... that stuff comes in handy for the SP swaps!! I once went to a "going out of business" auction at a local nursery, I bought a whole display of garden stuff, you know those twisting, twirling, tinkling things people hang outside, and stick in the ground? My sister and I went nuts! I had to call my brother to bring his truck after the auction and he made two trips. In addition to my full size van, her car, her friends van and another truck between the two of us. (I should add that I bought 2 rows (18) crabapple trees for the building we were building for transit).
Anyway, I digress. The other room is full of sewing machines. Several set up for group sewing, the others in cases stacked along the wall, ready to either be cleaned up or needed by someone. It also has a tote full of scraps for when those are needed and a magazine rack from the store we used to own full of books and magazines used for inspiration. I also have 4 notebooks full of patterns and pictures, just incase someone needs a little more inspiration!
I was thinking about it this morning. I am looking forward to retireing some day, but figure that when I do, money will be very tight. I figure I can about finish out my life without needing to purchase any thing! I have literally dozens of "future" quilts, bags and other goodies!!!
Well, back to what generated this LLLLOOOOONNNNNGGGG post, DH keeps chastising me that I haave way too much "junk". I am going to make him read this so he knows I am not alone!!!
Oh, if you decide to use totes for storage, make sure you buy the clear ones, at least you can see what is in each one, as I do pack them by category. All my quilting cotton is on shelves.

Lori, that sounds WONDERFUL! I sure wish we had a get away like that around here. And don't forget ... we want pix of those fish you catch! A well deserved rest for both of you.

oh what's the fun in that. isn't much more fun to go through each tote looking for a piece of fabric that you know you purchased and you need right then. see this way you get to discover all of the other fabric you bought that you forgot about.:D i just gotta learn how to live with fabric in my limited space. once i start working again the fabric will need to share its space with more shoes. there is a delicate balance i have to strike here.:D


btw here is a peek at the 20 yds of fabric i purchased at that wall of fabric sale i went to where fabric was $0.50/$1/yd. most of it is non quilting fabric, some for sundresses for this summer.

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Beautiful, Louise! Who could resist at those prices? That's what happened at Joann's. The red dot sections were marked down 50% and with the 20% military discount on top of that ... $1-$1.50/yard. Wheeeeee!

Onalee Rose, I want to come play at your house!!!

another one of my nicknames. that's what my father called me. you are right on with my names brenda. are you reading my thoughts? where you a fly on the wall in my home growing up?:D

okay i am off to finish my seemingly never ending organizing and cleaning. have a great day all!!

Mary-those are gorgeous fabrics and will make awesome sundresses!

I can play again. I've missed the monthly packages. And I've missed alot of news.
Lori, enjoy your time in the woods.
Havplenty, will be thinking of you and your SIL.
Krystyna, Happy Birthday, late.

Ladies, for those of you who inquire about my condition, greenini aka JO introduced me to a site you can visit daily for updates about my condition. You can go HERE to stay tuned on what's going on and I won't have to keep repeating the same story over and over. Thanks JO (greenini) for the site and all of you who have shown concern.

Duh. I meant Mary.

Lucky you, we don't have that here!

I hope you are giving out the SP names before you go camping???? LOL

Next year, when I have an empty bedroom, you will come to New York and I'll take you to the garment center, Bring empty suitcases!!!

Will hold you to that

Now go forth and be brave! Love you!

okay i will send a fold up on wheels with mscupid for my fabrics. you guys can just ship mine back to me.

Happy Birthday Krystyna!!!
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Happy Birthday Krystyna

Happy ,Happy ,Happy Birthday Krystna!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mary,

I have to finish for the quilt show then will send pics. The studio is a disaster so that will have to wait. Then have a special pic I want to send once that is done if I ever get caught up here. Just ordered a camera and waiting for it to come.

Hugs,
Hoppa

WE will have to coordinate that as may be in NY to visit my folks now woukdnt that be fun al of shopping at least Krstyna knows all the good places. Last time I went only went to city quilter and bought bagel and subway map fabric.

I wanna come!! I'm just a hop skip and jump from NY!!!! Lets plan a retreat!

OK! Field trip to New York!!!
But I'm not buying any fabric. Not a shred.
Here's my new blog explaining why ... http://mytextileobsession.blogspot.com/

Happy Birthday Krystyna read your blog and I'm with you! I too have so much fabric. Unpacking before moving I gave away lots to a local quilt group and then unpacking at my new home I still find stuff ARGH! Sooo, with much ado I too am going to stop buying fabric and use what I have! Threads, batting, fabric, needles, etc., I will not buy anymore!

Ah, if only I could fit batting into a squishy! When cotton prices were going up I used coupons and now have more batting that I will ever use! Ooops! I didn't say that. I WILL use it! Every last scrap!
Dirty little secret - I do not have to worry about our bed collapsing ... every inch packed with batting and fiber fill. No room for dust bunnies!

krystyna i too have a textile obsession and i came by it naturally. i have been sewing (and crafting) since the age of seven mostly self taught. it is in the genes of my maternal family. all of us (women) at some point in our life sew, quilt, knit/crochet, rug make, hand embroider, etc. i still have a container or two in my basement full of my fine fabrics collected over the years. if they were in a place for me to freely fondle i would. on one of my trips to san franciso i discovered a fabric store (near the mission district) that had $800/yd silks and specialty buttons. the nice sales woman let me fondle the buttons for a bit and snipped me tiny pieces of the silk.:D i will follow along on your blog to see your progress.


happy birthday!!!!! love and celebrate every year you have.
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Mary, my very last purchase was of three types of lovely ivory silk ... giant bolts of it. Along with some other things I ended up paying a whopping $7. As soon as it is aired out I'll be happy to send you some if you want ...

Happy Birthday Krystyna