Unraveled

Whew....

Finally, time to take a breath. We traveled for Christmas, which is always stressful with two small babies. Luckily, we had plenty of help in NJ. I gave only two crafty presents for Christmas, but alas, I did not take pictures of either of them! Hopefully I can coax some pictures from the recipients. For my sister, I made a lap quilt using some vintage house fabric I have been saving for a very very special occasion. I would say that moving to NZ is pretty special. I hope she likes it! For my two nieces, I made them each a set of doll bedding. The set included a quilt and a pillowcase, both made from the vintage sheet fat quarters I received from Elizabeth in the swap. We also got them the sweetest little doll beds. Taking a cue from House on Hill Road, I wrapped everything in brown paper and string. They looked so lovely under the tree.

At this time I wish I was the stay at home parent....

Joseph: annie is doing yoga she is panting like a dog like the woman on tv Sent at 10:21 AM on Thursday me: what are you watching??? Joseph: she changed the chanel to some crazy show and started impersonating the asian woman in front of the ocean me: um, video??? Joseph: sorry, it kind of freaked me out me: what was the asian woman? the yogi? Joseph: don't know, she was all painted and panting...it was surreal me: and annie was panting? Joseph: YES me: hahaha. Joseph: i know

Labels: Annie

November Block Swap blocks

For Deb, the Autumn Tints block in 30's prints: For Angelina, a Tuscon or Sonoran Desert inspired block:

Labels: "birthday block swap", Quilting

Thanksgiving table...

We travelled to my parent's house for NJ. My mother, who is an excellent cook, did all of the food preparation, took care of the babies, and cleaned up after us all weekend. As a thank-you, I tried to set a lovely Thanksgiving table for our guests.

Labels: decor, thanksgiving

many thanks...