I started my first attempt at sewing anything almost two years ago. Then I got called into the Relief Society Presidency and then a month after that my life turned upside down. I had barely begun this butterfly quilt when all this happened. Now, almost two years later, I pulled it out again, took it to a good friend's house that is an amazing quilter, and then came home home and finished piecing the wings. I can't wait to keep going on it! Here are the wings:
Another first: I bought myself an early Christmas present: a Kitchenaid mixer. I have always wanted one and lately I have felt that I need to be frequently making bread for my family. A good deal came up and so I went for it. Here it is in all its beautifulness. It just doesn't fit on my counter under the cabinets...it is too tall! I haven't used it yet. Maybe tomorrow.
Finally, we have lived in our home for 6.5 years and NEVER burned a fire in our fireplace. Mostly it was so new and white and perfect and we didn't want to soot it up. Well, it looks like I will be here for a while. And, since I have the kids this weekend, the plan was to go camping. But, the rains fell and the temperature soon followed. So, I took the plunge and we had a fire tonight.
Look carefully....you can see the marshmallow sticks!
Life is good. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. I am one of the lucky ones! :)
9 comments:
The day you start using your mixer your life will change forever. I know mine did =o)
Your quilt is beautiful!! Yay for the good things of life.
What a fun first quilting project. You are so brave to do all those curved seams!
We've had a few fires in our fireplace, but ours is pretty impractical for actually heating the home. So, we don't bother much.
Yay for your mixer! It is so pretty!
I am so proud of you for doing more once you got home. Looks great!
what a beautiful quilt, i wish my first sewing attempt looked half that good!! I love your family photo.
Like I always say... You are such a good mom. And it looks like you are getting better by the minute!
You will love your KitchenAid. One of my best purchases ever!
Love the butterfly. I have done a few quilting type projects here and there, but never actually have taken one to completion.
I LOVE the quilt. You are amazing. My Kitchenaid is one of my favorite things. I LOVE how easy it makes everything. ENJOY!!
(pushing down the jealousy) Nice mixer! I've always wanted one of those. And you can quilt now, too? Are you making a list of all the things I'd like to try and checking them off, or what? :)
I also love the design and colors of your blog!
Jess
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