Tuesday, August 14, 2007

PS Wreath SAL





Here are my first 2 blocks done for the 12 days of Christmas SAL. So I haven't fallen behind...yet! Click on the link on my sidebar and see what some of the other ladies are doing. Some are doing the new Cranberry Christmas pattern and others have decided to do entirely different PS patterns. What a great variety!

Hubby worked hard this weekend on my sewing room, it is all freshly painted, and then he installed my cutting table and some new cabinets he had made for me to store all of my quilting/stitching stash. I spent a good part of Sunday moving everything up 2 flights of stairs and sorting through, trying to organize things. Pictures will come, once things start to look a little more organized.

Then we were off to take Kristy and Nick to Zoo Camp at Jungle Cat World for a week at teen camp which means, yes, gasp, an entire week with the house to ourselves! We celebrated last night with dinner out at hubby's favourite restaurant, he certainly deserved it after his hard work on the weekend. And then he had to make another trip out to the zoo as Nick had forgotten an extra pair of shoes for caving which they are doing today. Caving, which also means water caving, not an experience for claustrophobic me but the kids are very excited about it. Kristy has done it before and loves it. I can't imagine Nick will be able to fit his 6'2" body in a lot of these enclosed tiny spaces but....I won't think about that.

I am also stitching on my square for the Fair and Square Exchange. My partner for Round #2 is Carol. I had so many choices when it came time to find a design for her, as she loves so many styles, and although my first thought was of course to stitch a house for her, as we are in a Neighbourhood RR together. I finally decided on something and got started on the weekend. Of course I won't be showing that here although may be a peek later on.

23 comments:

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

You sound as busy as I am...can't wait to see the lovely pictures of your craft room...I'm jealous!

Cheryl said...

Love the blocks you have stitched for your SAL.
Your sewing room sounds great. Can't wait to see pictures!
Caving is my worst nightmare, im far too claustrophic as well

Stephanie said...

Looking forward to seeing your newly-painted sewing room! Caving - best left alone I reckon :)

Anonymous said...

Your first 2 squares look great! I can't wait to see pics of your stitching room :)

How is Kristy getting on now? Hope she's settled down into your household :)

Barbara J said...

The PS wreath is nice! Great your very own sewing room :) That's really nice of your DH.

Alberta said...

Aren't you as busy as ever?! Your stitching looks great and can't wait to see photos of the sewing room!

staci said...

Wow, sounds like you've been so busy that you're going to need the time that the kids are away to rest :) Can't wait to see you F&S blocks and your new room!!!

Anonymous said...

Your 2 squares are lovely. Looking forward to seeing your new sewing room :)

Unknown said...

The blocks are very pretty. Nice like an eventful weekend and a chance for some serious relaxation this week while being childless.

Carla said...

Your first 2 blooks look great!!! I think your wreath with all the blocks on it is going to be so beautiful!!

Mindi said...

The first 2 blocks for the PS SAL look great! I wish I had known about this SAL when it started, it would have been the motivation I needed to actually stitch up some of the PS charts I have.

Sue said...

Your PS ornies look great ;)

Cindy said...

I can't wait to see pics of your sewing room...how fun!!

Lynn said...

Your sewing room sounds like it's going to be great. Wish I had space for all my stuff!
Your blocks are looking really good.
I hope you and your hubby enjoy your week alone!

Beatrice said...

I Love the Squares. They look great.
I look forward to seeing you on the weekend. Should be lots of fun as usual.

Julianne said...

Hi Wendy,

Great progress on your SAL squares for the grapevine wreath. I haven't even finished the first one. Barnyard Christmas is a bit more involved than I thought. I should have chosen smaller squares.

Your new room sounds great. Glad that you and your husband are enjoying some "together" time. Enjoy the rest of your week. It's always great to read your posts.

stitcherw said...

Your blocks are so cute, congrats on your two finishes. Enjoy having the house to yourselves for a bit, and in getting your stash all organized in your new craft room, it sounds like a very fun project.
Sue

Katrina said...

Hi Wendy, your two PS ornies are super - what a neat idea for a SAL. I'm also looking forward to seeing your sewing room, sounds great. Enjoy the time with your DH and hope the kids have heaps of fun (caving isn't my cup of tea either, lol)

Kathy A. said...

Oh, I am sooo jealous. Your own crafting room. I settle for a corner in the living room and stash everything else where I can. Your ornaments are nice. Looking forward to meeting you this weekend.

Michele said...

can't wait to see your sewing room :) your PS squares look great! I peeked at the blog for the PS wreaths .. lovely what everyone is doing. Enjoy your week without kids *grin*

Michelle said...

Beautiful PS ornaments for your wreath. They are gorgeous! Can't wait to see photos of your sewing room - it sounds fabulous.

Von said...

Your new sewing room sounds wonderful! Can't wait to see it all put together - just don't keep us waiting too long! :)

Dani - tkdchick said...

Your PS pieces are lovely.

Can't wait for pics of your sewing room!