She's Getting a New Friend

We've had Francesca for nine years. We always thought we would breed her but whenever it came time we got cold feet because we didn't want to risk something happening to her. We've probably waited a little too long to add another Yorkie into her life but we're bringing home a pup on sunday. It's actually her niece. We have been so pleased with Francesca that we went to her breeder to get another one. We met the pup last week and she will be ready this weekend. I'm a little nervous about how "Frankie" will do and about all the work that comes with having a new pup but super excited about the joy that they bring to our family.

We're naming her "Gizzy." Lewis and I saw "Gremlins" on one of our first dates but we will see if the name is a good fit. I'm wondering how much this will take away from my sewing time?! But I'm already thinking about making her some pjs and a bed and both the girls matching collars. You know I can't resist.

148 yards of hemming

Monkeying Around

This is a shower gift ensemble I put together. When I heard the nursery was going to be monkey theme, I just had to try this monkey laundry bag. It is a pattern from Amy Butler's Little Stitches book. I am so happy with how it came out. The rest of the ensemble includes: 2 baskets, blanket, bib, booties, 2 burp cloths, and a pacifier pouch. Also, I embroidered three outfits with the baby's name.

I think I actually have enough material to make another set. Hmmmm, anyone?

How my garden is growing

My garden is doing crazy good. I can't even keep up. If you live close to me please come and get some! Serious!!

I Just Can't Stop Making these Hats

I needed a hat to wear to a gardening event recently and although I'm not a hat wearer(?) I decided to make this large brimmed hat to wear. I made it in white - my fav color! I was really pleased with it. Now I've made four more. They're reversible too! This coordinating apron has a large pocket in the front for clothes pins or gardening tools or for gathering flowers and vegetables. I also have a birthday order for some huckfinn bags on sticks and a fort kit. Don't know why I'm on my computer when I should be sewing. Super busy time for me trying to add to my stock for local farmers markets. They actually start in about two weeks. What are some things you like to look at when you attend your local market?

Sew A Long

I have to have some encouragement to sew right now. I don't know why but I just can't push myself to sew. I think it is because I feel so busy with work that I just can't seem to focus on sewing. But this morning I ran accross this sew a long and so it is perfect timing for me. I bought these patterns a month ago and they are still sitting on my cutting table. I just couldn't decide which one to start with. Now I know I will start with this one. I'm so excited! I just love all the patterns and now will just have to decide on some fabric to use.

I love this baby!

I made this faux chenille blanket for my niece. Ugh, she's adorable. You can barely see the quilt through all her cuteness I know! These faux chenille blankets are so easy to make. I took five one yard cuts of flannel. All are layered up except for the backing which is layered face down. Then you pin the heck out of it and sew diaganolly every 1/2". Surprisingly, it goes pretty fast. I think I finished the sewing in about an hour. Then I have a chenille cutter and it just zips right through. I only cut the top 3 (leaving the fourth layer and backing uncut). Next I rounded the edges and attached binding. I think I want to make more and more and more. So simple and they just look so soft and fuzzy.