Thursday, April 16, 2026

Return from Louisiana

 Spring break for the grandkids means a trip from me, well and Grandpa as well.  I can't express what a joy to see them grow and spend quality time with the 2 boys. I can't believe the oldest is already up to my chin. He had his long hair cut and has really grown and grown this year. So unbelievable. I love them so.  It is truly good for my soul and infuses me with energy and job.  But at the same time, it can be exhausting.


We took them to Dallas to Legoland and a hotel ( for swimming, of course)  



What fun things to do and inspiration.  For those of you with boys, I found 2 products for creativity and purchased them through Amazon. Both are about 10 dollars each. 

This one has several different yhemes: animals, nature, and more.


While in Dallas, I was amazed at the different buildings in the downtown: modern and old as well as kinds of constructions. We did go to one of the neighborhoods and found an awesome barbeque restaurant and perused the different shops. 

I did a lot of cross stitching especially in the flight delays. We had to stay overnight in Charlotte due to inability to make a connection vouchered by the airline. 

Prior to leaving, I also did an upcycle of a men's shirt purchased at Goodwill. : Here is the back as a side view:  I used acrylic paint added with fabric medium. And then free motioned the flower designs 


I think I will try another. 

Also completed another Stashbee block:


I will not be able to sew on my machine in the next week or so as I help a friend convalesce at her home after shoulder surgery. 

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Long time away..

I am remiss in not posting for a while... partially due to the hackers. Who knows; it may happen again? 

But I do not stop quilting...

Latest completions for my Dear Jane blocks. 
Total of 35 blocks made. 
And ti go with the log cabin circles, I have made these puts borders:
All that is needed is the corners and a couple extra piano keys for each one. Judy Martin sure makes good patterns. 
Additionally, I have a few more Little America blocks.
Plugging away...