Reading Time

One thing I have done since our daughter's graduation besides work is read. My favorite author is James Patterson. I just finished his latest book called "Swimsuit". WOW he did it again, he never ceases to amaze me. I always try to figure out who did it, and he always has a good twist so I never have figured it out! I am always surprised with the ending. If you like mysteries and police investigation type stories he is the one. Now if I could only get paid to read!

Long Time

Wow, where has the last year gone? I can tell you, our youngest daughter graduated high school this year! So this last year has been busy with all the last "firsts". First day of school, last homecoming dance last time to see her cheer, etc.

What a year it has been. Fund raising for her Senior Night Party. This is a great idea in our community. The parents hold fund raisers to provide a safe and alcohol-free place for the graduates to get together one last time before going off to college. It was a lot of hard work but it was worth it. There was plenty of entertainment, games and prizes.

College is looming in the near future for her, but now what do I do with my time? Hopefully, I will think of something soon!

My Granddaughters Quilt

It has been quite awhile since I have had a chance to update my blog. I have added some new links. Here is the big surprise I was working on at Christmas time. I found this Eeyore cross stitch quilt kit. It was perfect for the new baby. I wish I could say it was my design but it is a quilt kit by Janlynn. Janlynn projects can be found at various stores carrying craft projects and there a lot of different projects to choose from. The project was a lot of work but I sure am proud of it.

Holidays

Wow I don't know about anyone else but I sure have been busy. Almost all projects were completed and in the mail on time. I have one to go but I have been busy setting up a new business. I have included the link to it in my favorite links. My wish for everyone is a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Holidays

Wow! Thanksgiving is over. What a great day spent with family. My Christmas tree is up, the lights are on the house and most of the Christmas cards are done and ready to mail. Now all I have to do is finish my Christmas presents that I am making instead of buying. Bring it on I can do this!! Happy Holidays!

Bedroom Curtains

I have heard that some people would like to know how I make my curtains. When I made my bedroom curtains I was a day sleeper so these were made double thickness. I just picked out the material in a print and a matching solid color. When I sewed them together I started with what looked like a pillowcase with "right sides" facing, these are tab top curtains so I found burlap to use as the tabs and cut strips to the size I wanted and ran a seam up each side so they would fray but not too much. Then I just sewed them in place. Yes that as a tree branch that I used as a curtain rod! The hangers are wrought iron plant hangers that they rest on. I also made a comforter to match the curtains. I told you I liked southwest design! I found everything I needed to make the curtains at the fabric department at Wal-Mart.