Edna Has a Bad Day

 A very merry Monday to you, Sweet Peas. The other day I went out to the farm to take photos of my latest finish. The cows were in the lower field so we could leave the gate open as we headed up to the pig barn.

Well guess who greeted us!  Edna! She was not too happy either. She started pacing back and forth acting very agitated. 

 

She then  rared back her ears and gave me the look!!! You know the look - "The You  are Annoying Me Look"

Usually when she sees the camera, she frolics in glee to greet me, but not today. 

So I focused on the task at hand which was taking photos of my quilt all the while ignoring Edna. 

I moved around the fenced in lot scouting  places to take photos of my quilt . First was the old well house.

 This design is called "Antique Churn Dash " and is from  the Little Quilts Patriotic book . 

Soon I moved over to the fence row.  From the corner of my eye, I could see ole' Edna glaring at me. "What's wrong gal? "She gave a quick snort and began pacing again.

This Churn Dash was a quick quilt to piece, but I drug my heels on finishing it. 

The blue rectangular fabrics are from my daughter's pants from  when she was a child,  and some of the reds are from her shirts. Such warm memories in this wee quilt.

Soon the photo shoot was completed. " Goodbye, Edna" I said as I headed for the truck. Edna then scooted right past me and headed toward the gate. "Oh no!" I said to Mr. Pinker and off we went trailing behind her. Luckily , when she saw us on her heels she cut to the left and went into the lower field to be with her besties- the cows. 

I have noticed that Edna and the  cows have  been out of sorts since Bev the red cow has been moved out to the other farm.  

I do believe Bev needs to come back to this  section of the farm; maybe when she does she will have a little bun in the oven.🐄🐮 

 Anywhoo, the 2nd quilt I completed was Pam Buda's of Heartspun Quilts Summer Days Quilt. Pam offered it as a freebie earlier this Summer. It is no longer a freebie but can be found on her website for a nominal fee. 

Susie at Knitty Quilter created Summer Blues in red. It is gorgeous. If you have a chance, hop over to her blog and see hers. 

I have the beginnings of a fall basket in the works. Now I need to fill it with Autumn cuteness. I will be working on this project today. 

Well I have chatted your ears off.  Haven't I ? I better let you go;  I know you have places go and things to do.  Hopefully the next time I go out to the farm for a photo shoot, Edna will be more congenial.  I will remind her of what a beauty she is.  So in closing I will leave a darling photo of Edna and her great big smile . Do you remember this photo? I have posted it before. Lol. 

What a darling smile! 

Have a fabulous day, Sweeties! 

As Always...

Happy quilting and stitching, ya'll

Melisa

Hugs and Stitches!!! 🤗❤🧵

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"Bad days happen to everyone, but at the end of the day, we should be able to find one thing to make us smile or laugh. "

Dedicated to my dear sister, Amy .I miss you , Amo .You could always smile even when you had a bad day.  Love ya. 

I am joining these lovely ladies' link parties. I hope you check them out; they always have so many wonderful projects going on and provide the opportunity for other needle workers to meet. 

Brenda at Songbird Designs for Monday Musings

Judy at Small Quilts Doll Quilts for Design Wall Monday

Joy at Days Filled with Joy for This and That

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I will be finishing the Mini Squirrel Sampler that I shared yesterday. It will soon be turned into a pin pillow to put into a dough bowl or display on a shelf. 

First of August Rambling and a Doodle

 

Two posts in a day? Aaah why not. 😁😀 Good evening, ya'll and Happy August! 

In August when the days are hot, 

I like to find a shady spot, 

And hardly move a single bit,

And sit ,

And sit, 

And sit. 

August is usually a hot month for us, and I expect this one will be just like the ones in years past. 

 

Summer House  which I shared in 2021

It is hard to believe but next week the grandbabies will be going back to school. Soon football and baseball season will begin too. The boys will certainly be very busy.  The oldest grandson and my nephew has decided to join the fishing team as well. We are looking forward to all of the activities that August has to bring us. 

Speaking of August activities. This week is one of my favorite times of the year . Eeeeh! The World's Longest Yard Sale begins! 690 miles of thrifting fun from Michigan all the way down into Alabama. Are any of ya'll going or better yet setting up?  Mr. Pinker and I will be thrifting throughout the week looking for dirt cheap deals. 

I will certainly miss my sister who loved yard saleing too. We would call one another or see each other on our routes as we both looked for deals. By evening time, we would meet up at my house to see what treasures we had scored. Such dear memories. We always took vehicles because we never knew what we would bring back.😀🤗

Any whoo if I do find any good deals, I will certainly show you. I always am on the search for quilts, quilt tops or sewing supplies and whatever else strikes my fancy like primitives or antiques. 

Oooh ! Let's talk about quilting now. 

I finished my August doodle. 

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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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So far I have shared the January Snowman  , the February Pansies and Groundhog  ,   March Sheep Basket , April's Bunny and Watering Can  ,  May's Berry Basket  and June Bee Skep , July Picnic Basket Doodles.

Each block is stitched  on a 7 1/2 squared piece of fabric and then trimmed it to 6 1/2" . The block is then framed  with 2" strips .

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Now onto the plans for the week. 

 Did I Get'r Done... Well   -  Last Week's Goals were... 

✅🌞1. Quilt a block in the Summer Days Quilt. 

I quilted Buzz Buzz. For those who do not know,last year I shared 12 embroidery designs for the summer. This year I am quilting the quilt. 

✅🌞2. Work on Churn Dash Quilt from Little Quilts Patriotic Book. I completed the quilting this past  week. 

✅🌞3. Work on new crock cross stitch. 

✅🌞4. Quilt at least 1 block in my Butterflies from Heaven quilt.

Not only did I complete one block , but a 2nd one as well. 

I am quilting a cable design in the sashing. 

✅🌞 5. Work on September's Doodle Block. The doodle is all drawn and in the hoop. 

✅🌞 6. Work on Joy's Tis the Season SAL and QAL.

✅🌞 7. Oh, bummer, I went to the dentist last week. All went well and I do not have to go back for awhile.  

 

Woo  Hoo! 100% I did pretty good on my goal's last week.  Hmmm what should I do this week? Well....

Hmm.... What Should I do This Week? 

🌞1. Quilt a block in the Summer Days Quilt. I am on a mission to complete this quilt.  I will begin with Little Blue Birdie

🌞2. Work on Churn Dash Quilt from Little Quilts Patriotic Book. Binding should be completed.  I like to bind small quilts when I am riding down the road. Maybe I will do that as we make our way to yardsales.

🌞3. Work on new crock cross stitch. Finish this piece.  

🌞4. Quilt at least 1 block in my Butterflies from Heaven quilt.

🌞 5. Work on September's Doodle Block. 

🌞 6. Work on Joy's Tis the Season SAL and QAL.

🌞 7. Hopefully find some deals at the yard sales. 

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So have you made your plans for the week? 

Well, dear friends, I guess I have jabbered long enough. I so appreciate you stopping by on this fine Tuesday evening. Try to stay cool and enjoy your day. 

As always...

Happy  Stitching and Quilting, ya'll

Melisa 

"August is upon us and we welcome it with beaming smiles and open  hearts." 

Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤

Dedicated to my sweet baby sister, Amy. I love and miss you so much. ❤❤❤❤

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I am joining these lovely ladies' link parties. I hope you check them out; they always have so many wonderful projects going on and provide the opportunity for other needle workers to meet.  

Carol at Quilt Schmilt  for To Do List Tuesday 

Off and Running!

Here we go! Let's start the week running! 

Welcome, ya'll and Happy Monday! 

I am making progress on Darlene's Quilt.  I named it after my sweet friend, Darlene who made a small one and shared it on Instagram. Darlene always has the cutest minis going on . She is such an inspiration to me. ❤🤗

My blocks are 6 1/2".  26 blocks completed .  I am aiming for 42 blocks.  What a fun leader/ ender project this is.  Thank you, dear Darlene! 🤗

Today , Mr. Pinker and I will be going into to the big city. I rarely go to the city  unless we are going to the hospital.😬 But today Mr. Pinker has to go pick up something so I will go along for the ride. I will bring along my Sunflower Mini Sampler  which I shared last week.  I finally started it last night for my Sunflower Sunday stitch. 

When I finish it, I will certainly  list the colors that I am using. Next to it is Sunflower Mason Jar . 

 

Now onto the plans for the week. 

 Did I Get'r Done... Well   -  Last Week's Goals were... 

🌞✅1. Quilt a block in the Summer Days Quilt.

🌞✅2. FFO a new Saltbox cross stitch. 

I started a new saltbox this week with lots of sunflowers.

🌞✅3. Work on new crock cross stitch. 

🌞✅4. Quilt at least 1 block in my Butterflies from Heaven quilt.

🌞✅5. Work on August Doodle Block. 

I will share August's Doodle next week. 

 Hmm.... What Should I do This Week? 

🌞1. Quilt a block in the Summer Days Quilt.

🌞2. Work on Churn Dash Quilt from Little Quilts Patriotic Book.

🌞3. Work on new crock cross stitch. 

🌞4. Quilt at least 1 block in my Butterflies from Heaven quilt.

🌞 5. Work on September's Doodle Block. 

🌞 6. Work on Joy's Tis the Season SAL and QAL.

🌞 7. Oh, bummer, I have to go the dentist tomorrow! 

 

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Well I am off and running with needle and thread in hand! Now you, put on your running shoes and don't forget your sewing supplies! 😀

Have a beautiful day, Sweeties!!!

As always...

Happy  Stitching and Quilting, ya'll

Melisa 

It's Monday! Don't forget to be awesome! 

Always try to be a little kinder than necessary. - J.M. Barrie

Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤

I am joining these lovely ladies' link parties. I hope you check them out; they always have so many wonderful projects going on and provide the opportunity for other needle workers to meet.  

Brenda at Songbird Designs for Monday Musings

Judy at Small Quilts Doll Quilts for Design Wall Monday

Joy at Days Filled with Joy for This and That

Carol at Quilt Schmilt  for To Do List Tuesday 

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Just a quick look at my little chicken tree. 

Little wooden  chickens made in the 1990's and homespun bows . 

Wooden stars made from sticks found in the yard. 

And a little tin cup. 

Happy Mother's Day

Good morning and Happy Mother's Day  to all of the dear mothers out there. It is your special day. ❤🤗

 I have a gift bag choked full with bee decor items and Pioneer Woman pieces for my mom. I  will be taking it to her very soon. This is her 2nd year decorating with the  bee theme  and she loves Pioneer Woman decor . 

What do you have on the agenda?  I plan to spend the day with my family. Nothing fancy this year just pizza and  maybe a sweet treat. Later , the grandchildren and nephews will go fishing or swimming which is always a delight to watch. 

 

In the evening, I hope to add binding to my newest mini quilt finish. I appliqued this mini basket quilt last year and just finished the quilting.  It holds a special place in my heart because the yellow floral fabric was from a dress of my  youngest daughter. I say she was about 2 years old when she wore it. 💛😀

 I will also continue pulling out patriotic decor. 

Well Sweeties, this is another short and sweet post. Have a very blessed day and ...

As always...

Happy  Stitching and Quilting, ya'll

Melisa

"A mother is she who can take the place of all others  but whose place no one else can take. " -Cardinal Mermillod  

Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤

Dedicated to my dear baby sister, Amy. The 2nd Mother's Day without you.  I love and miss you so much, Amo. ❤❤❤
 

I am joining these lovely ladies' link parties. I hope you check them out; they always have so many wonderful projects going on and provide the opportunity for other needle workers to meet. 

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Alycia's of Alycia's Quilts for Finished of Not Friday

Wendy at Wendy's Quilts for Peacock Party - Friday

Sarah at  Confessions of a Fabric Addict  for Whoop! Whoop! - Friday

Frederique at   Quilting Patchwork Applique for Patchwork & Quilts - Saturday

Kathy at Kathy's Quilts for Slow Stitching Sunday

Kate at Life in Pieces for  Stitching Stuff ( Sunday) 

Cynthia at Quilting is More Fun Than Housework for Oh Scrap - Sunday 

Melva at Melva Loves Scraps for Sew & Tell- Sunday

Brenda at Songbird Designs for Monday Musings

Judy at Small Quilts Doll Quilts for Design Wall Monday

Joy at Days Filled with Joy for This and That