Good morning , Sunshine! Are you ready for a terrific Tuesday? I do believe I am raring to go! 😀
Yesterday, was a quiet day in the holler. Mr. Pinker piddled about in the garage working on shelves to hang in the kitchen, and I wrapped a few presents after visiting family members. Later in the evening we took a little drive to see a few Christmas lights.
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| A sweet gingerbread cabin |
When I got home, it was time to work on my Scrapberries quilt. Now tell me - are you tired of hearing about the Scrapberries quilt? Hee! Hee! 😏😀 Well good news, we are nearing an end!
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Can you believe it? I finished quilting the borders. I will show you the finished product in a future post.
Anywhoo, after much thought I decided that I did not want to buy fabric for the binding so I searched in the quilt room for a bit of green. Not wanting to do a deep dive into the fabrics, I settled on this pretty green paisley print that I purchased at a thrift store this summer for a song.
I had hoped to find some green polka dot fabric , but this was easily accessible, and it does not take much to make this ole' gal happy. Plus, I reasoned that the bits of blue would remind me of the river and pond that we irrigated the strawberry fields from years ago.
Soon eight 2 inch strips were cut and pieced.
The sewing machine hummed away as I attached the binding. I only had to stop once to refill my bobbin. Doesn't that always happen when you are almost done? Hee ! Hee!
Tomorrow I will begin turning the binding over and stitching it in place.
I am still decorating my Christmas tree. I am going to stitch Christmas ornaments all the way up to that jolly old man comes down our chimney.
Baking Day is my latest finish. I mounted it on a piece of batting covered cardboard and added 2 ripped fabric ruffles. With the addition of a ribbon hanger, I called it a finish. Easy Peasy! Now that is my kinda finish! ❤😀 Baking Day has a little tin of Ginger , a stack of bowl and of course, a gingerbread man. I stitched the sprinkles willy nilly.
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If you are interested in stitching this piece, just grab , the images. For printing tips, refer to the post Tips for Printing which has loads of tips from my sweet friends.
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Mr. Pinker and I will be going to the city today. Not being a lover of the interstate, we will take the backroads in hopes to avoid the traffic.
I will be taking along a stitch to work on in the car which is the pinkeep from Blackbird Designs "Winter Wonderland" . This was a gift from dear Sonja. Thank you , sweet friend. 🤗❤
The red birds just grabbed my heart, and it didn't hurt that it called for my favorite red too- DMC 221. ❤❤❤
Alrighty,Sweeties, I am off to enjoy the day. Now you stay warm and cozy and don't forget- You are awesome!!!
As always,
Happy Stitching and Quilting, y'all
Melisa
"Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful day of your life. " - Mark Twain
Hugs and Stitches!!! 🤗🧵
Dedicated to my dear sister, Amy .I wish you were here for your baby's birthday. You would be so proud. I miss and love you so much. ❤👼
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| Loads of enamelware were found on our most recent thrift store visit. |
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| I never met a bean crock I did not love. I have another to add to my collection along with a $2.00 water crock and an old pitcher . The rest were dime pieces . |
Love the binding fabric--I think it will look super;)))
ReplyDeleteYour gingerbread piece is so cute--I especially like that rolling pin across the top.
Enjoy your trip to the city--Hugs, Julierose
Oh thank you so much, Julierose. I am super happy with how it is turning out. And I didn't have to go out and buy any fabric. Though I do not need much nudging for that. LOL. Hope you had a wonderful day. Hugs.
DeleteYour newest stitchery is so cute! Have a safe drive to the bit city! I don't like major road driving either. Happy stitching!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Gretchen. He was a pretty quick stitch too. Thankfully , the drive went smoothly, but goodness were the roads busy. I am glad to be back home. LOL. Have a very Merry Christmas . Hugs.
DeleteBaking Day is really cute - I've got a baking day coming up really soon, too.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed your day out - I sure miss looking at Christmas lights - haven't done that in years. Blessings!
Oh thank you so much, Donna. I pulled out a few cookbooks this evening looking at cookie recipes and dreaming of "sweets". We had a good day out and was able to do a little shopping. Now to finish the wrapping. I am going to have to take a photo of the campground lights. We love driving through our local campgrounds. One campground really gets into the seasonal decor. Hugs and Blessings.
DeleteThere are some days... where you only want a big long hug.... ❤️❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteAaaaah so true- And I am sending you a big long hug today!!! Have a wonderful day, Sweetie.❤️❤️
DeleteWhat a cute little stitchery! Love seeing your decorations Melisa, it's so festive at your house. And I never tire of hearing about the Scrapberries quilt - so pretty. That binding looks perfect.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Linda. I think I have all my Christmas out . Now just for the dusting- I think I am ready for the big day. I can not tell you how excited I am to be nearing an end on Scrapberries. It has been a labor of love. Have a great day. Hugs.
DeleteThis little guy is very cute. Your little quilt is very pretty. Wait for a photo when finished.
ReplyDeleteDriving to a big city? Which one? I grew up in a big city and I drive to my hometown often but really now I am a bit afraid cause of all the bikers. They think the streets belong only to them.
Have pleasure,
Gabi
Oh thank you so much, Gabi. I am excited to be nearing an end to strawberry quilt. Hopefully it will be done soon. Well our "big city" may not be too big here in TN. We went to Nashville but it sure is big to me. I am always a nervous wreck on the interstate not to mention all of the traffic in the city. We have to keep our eyes peeled don't we? Lol. Have an awesome day. Hugs.
DeleteYo'u've definitely made the most of your stitching time. Very cute gingerbread man, love the ruffles to finish it. Drive safely, the big city has different rules of the roads sometimes.
ReplyDeleteI got a boost of energy after being down for so long. It is nice to be back into the stitching groove. Oh yes, there are different rules in the city. We made it back home safe and sound, but it is always a "zoo " on the road. LOL. Thank you for the sweet visit, Kate. Hugs
DeleteI spy with my little eye a cute Gingerbread Man!!!!! There's nothing like a cute G-Man. Be still my heart .LOL Loving your Scrapberries Quilt so you keep showing it. The fabric for the binding is going to look perfect. Driving to the Big City - don't do it. LOL I have to go pick up groceries this morning and I would prefer if someone brought them to me. I really do not enjoy going out - ugh!!! Sadly, there are things we must do whether we want to or not. LOL Have a great day. Wait - come back here - that enamelware is wonderful. wowzer!!!! Darlene J
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Darlene. That little fella was a fun guy to working on. He has my mouth watering for cookies the whole time too. Hee! Hee! I can not tell you how much that I did not won't to go into the city. Ugggh! I told hubby that shopping is not enjoyable anymore. I miss the good ole' days when there were "goods" to be bought and prices were reasonable and people were a little more friendlier. LOL. Oh yes, I was jumping for joy over the enamelware. I spotted another piece , but left it behind. Maybe it will be there when I return . Fingers crossed. Hee ! Hee! Have a super day, Darlene. Hugs.
DeleteWhat an adorable Baking Day stitch, Melisa! I love that enamelware you found and the crocks! My Mama used one of those little enamelware pans to keep her biscuit flour in and worked up the biscuits in. Good memories! Have a great week, sweetie! Hugs! B
ReplyDeleteAaah what a sweet memory of your mom, Brenda. I have never thought about using them for biscuit baking what a great idea. Granny had one on her dry sink. She had a bucket of water beside it for getting our drinks . We used the pan to wash our hands. (no indoor plumbing). Nanny used one for snapping green beans. Isn't it funny how little pieces like a pan can bring back so many great memories? Thank you for the sweet visit. Hugs.
DeleteLove your baking day gingerbread guy, he’s stinkin cute. Your strawberry quilt is looking great, you better keep showing it to use. Be safe on your trip to the city. I don’t like driving in busy traffic either. Side streets are the way to travel for sure. Have a great day sweetie. 🤗♥️💚
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, dear. Patti. I have been super focused on trying to finish this quilt that I have let some of my other quilts go to the wayside. LOL. Thankfully, our trip into the city went smoothly. There was a lot of traffic though. I wish you a super day too. Hugs.
DeleteThe green and blue paisley fabric will work beautifully as a binding on your Strawberries quilt. Baking Day is an adorable stitch, Melisa!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Jeanna. I was looking at my quilt and I did use some green/blue fabrics in the strawberry caps so I am pleased that I used the paisley. Have a wonderful day and Happy stitching,. Hugs.
DeleteYay for getting to the binding stage on your berry fun quilt;)
ReplyDeleteEeeh I am so excited to have it to this point, Vicki. It is nearing an end. LOL. Thank you for the sweet visit. Hugs.
DeleteI don't get tired of seeing your progress on Scrapberries at all! That binding looks perfect for it. I love the little gingerbread man stitch, too! That reminds me that I embroidered a gingerbread cookie design of yours last year, but haven't finished it yet. It might be time to dig that out!
ReplyDeleteAaaw that means the world to me, Diann. I feel like this is the only quilt I have been talking about, but I so want to finish it before the year's end. I meant to finish the gingerbread cookie embroidery too. It is still lingering on my finishing table. Oh goodness, don't we need more hours in the day? Hee! Hee! Happy quilting. Hugs.
DeleteWhat great binding fabric! I hope your drive into the city went well and that your route did indeed allow you to miss heavy traffic!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Terry. The binding is turning out prettier than I imagined. Luckily the drive into the city went off without a hitch. I usually go once a year, but would prefer not too. LOL. Happy quilting. Hugs.
DeleteOh I just love a good this and that Tuesday read before I start my day. Now off to take Gus to the groomer and a stop at the grocery for a holiday trifle make supplies! Enjoy! (nwpaintedlady)
ReplyDeleteAaah you are as sweet as honey, Sharon. I hope you had a great day out and about . How did Gus do at the groomers? I hope well . I bet he looks as cute as a button too. Mmm a holiday trifle sounds delightful! What do you put in yours? It has been a spell since I have made one. Have a great day, sweetie. Hugs.
DeleteThank you for the sweet Gingerbread man stitch. So cute! Enamelware makes me think of my grandpa. I have a couple of pieces that I treasure. That paisley green adds a wonderful zing for the finish on Scrapberries! Congratulations! It's done.
ReplyDeleteAaah you are so welcome, Ginny and thank you. He was a fun fella to work on. Enamelware reminds me of my grandparents too. Granny used the white enamelware a lot. My sister found some old enamelware chamber pots at the dump. Some are worn through but I use them anyway. They have a charm to them. Have a great day . Warm hugs.
DeleteYou sound like you are pretty much ready for Christmas, Melisa -- except your Scrapberries quilt which just sing Spring to me! Hope you have a good trip to the city despite the traffic!
ReplyDeleteI think I am about ready for Christmas. A few more gifts to wrap and then I am ready for the fun activities. Hee! Hee! The grandchildren will be here this weekend to do Christmas crafts. Oh yes, Scrapberries is very springy; I am already dreaming of warm weather and fresh berries- is it too early? Hee! Hee! Thank you for the sweet visit, Susie. Enjoy your day. Hugs.
DeleteI love your gingerbread piece, Melissa!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's adorable!
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Aaaah thank you so much, dear Isabel. I am excited to have it on my tree . Have a wonderful day . Warm hugs and blessings.
DeleteI'm glad you are feeling better. I missed seeing your posts.
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you from the bottom of my heart. That means the world to me. I am feeling a lot better especially compared to this time last week. I think the Vitamin C and chicken noodle soup helped. LOL. Enjoy your day , Sweetie. Hugs.
DeleteI love your gingerbread piece Melissa, it’s so cute, and the ruffles are so very pretty and so evenly ripped too! 😁 A happy coincidence that the blue green fabric you’ve used to bind Scrapberries reminds you of irrigating the strawberry fields! It’ll be a perfect finish! 😁 Glad you are starting to feel better. 🙋♀️ Hugs from Barbara @flashinscissors. xxx ❤️
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, dear Barbara. I always struggle with finishing , but I am happy with how this little ornie turned out. Oh yes , irrigating those berries. I can not tell you how many times, I have helped move the long pipes though dad did most of the work. LOL. A labor of love for fresh berries. I hope you are having a great week. Hugs.
DeleteVery festive over here with lots of cheery decor and projects. Always good to use up our stash rather than buying more, more, more. Happy holidays.
ReplyDeleteAwww thank you from the bottom of my heart, Tammy. I do love the Christmas holiday. And I was thrilled to not have to buy more fabric. I do need to make use of my stash. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
DeleteAaw thank you so much, Carol . I always enjoy stitching anything gingerbread related. Oh I am sorry that you had the "bug" as well. It drained my energy too. Thankfully, I bounced back pretty quickly, but my mom and dad are still lingering with it. It has been a couple of weeks for them. I think it is going around everywhere. Sending well wishes ; it is good to hear that you are feeling better. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteBaking day is such a darling embroidery, another one to go to my list, I just love it. Thank you for sharing Melisa!
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