I had a good two-mile walk at Pine Dunes Forest Preserve. At the end, when I saw the car in the parking lot, I had a startlingly clear vision of Stevens half-opening the car door and waving his cane to greet me, with a big smile on his face. (I hope those clear visions will continue for a long time.)
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I made 15 potholders. I'll take them to the silent auction at the AAUW luncheon next week.
I completed the former by mid-month. Photo at left. I have only scratched the surface with the latter -- mostly because I acquired MORE fabric.
That leads to the May stash report.
Fabric out: 78-7/8 yards. Fabric in: 215 yards, $169, average .78/yard. (Gee, 78 three times. Is that a sign?) The big bargain came from the church rummage sale where I bought someone's scrap bags--169 yards by weight for $45.00.
Fabric out, YTD: 545 yards. Fabric in, YTD: 632 yards, $249, .40 per yard.
This weekend I'll be at the P.E.O. state convention in west suburban Lombard. If I have time to think about quilting I'll contemplate my goals for June.
Linking up with Finished or Not Friday and OMG at Stories from the Sewing Room
Definitely 78 three times is a GOOD sign! I'm impressed with how much fabric has moved through your sewing space!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteI, too, hope you continue to have those visions of Stevens at the end of your walks! Your potholders look great and so does the guild quilt. Have a fun weekend, Nann!
ReplyDeleteHmmm. Lottery ticket involving 78 perhaps?
ReplyDeleteMy mom continues to see my dad occasionally 9 years after his death - usually checking on her to make sure she is OK. I love the cane wave greeting.
Ceci
I bet there will be a lot of tickets in the bag for the potholders. They are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteYour pot holders look great. I'm sewing a lot of stuff for a crafts sale at my Assisted Living job as an art therapist. The sale is for the Alzheimer's Association. I would love to make pot holders, but they don't have ovens or stoves. I've decided maybe placemats??? My Dad is gone one year next week and I also hope my images of him last the rest of my life. I cry even at the thought of him. My Mom is doing well but she also has those moments where she can see him. Grief is the price we pay for love...and we wouldn't have it any other way!
ReplyDeleteThat vision will continue, never fear, and dreams of Stevens "whole" again will also be in your future.
ReplyDeleteBird 'Pie
I had to smile after reading about your vision, it's certainly not unusual if the spirit is open to receive them. I hope they continue to provide comfort for you. Your potholders are so bright and cheerful, especially on the dreary days we've been having here.
ReplyDeleteWelcome vision indeed....lovely nature pix anD more fabric? Gonna have to sew faster nann...lol
ReplyDeleteI have absolutely no doubt that Steven's WAS sitting in the car waiting for you.
ReplyDeleteYour potholders turned out wonderfully and no doubt will be snapped up at the luncheon.
I can't say I've ever had visions of my parents or grandparents. I can say I haven't had many people I love and knew well die. I'm glad to see you are still bringing fabric in and out. I like the mystery blocks. Have a good time at your P.E.O. convention.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful potholders and layout of the blocks. Sending you hugs.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to have such a vision. The quilt is gorgeous and I know the potholders will be popular. I am continually amazed at your fabric finds.
ReplyDeleteI like how you did the guild mystery blocks. and yay? for more fabric haha! Glad you had that clear vision - it makes your heart just smile
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