Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Busy Days

It's been a busy week and I think I am still playing a bit of catch-up since being away.  I managed to catch up on the Starburst Quilt Along.  I was way behind on that, but selected my fat quarters and got the first few steps done.  My fabric diet has gone really well this month as I continue to pull from the stash.  This week we were to do our flying geese.  Being that far along, I stitched out my first star.  These are big stars at 24" so they will make a nice finish.



We've also celebrated a couple of birthdays.....



Did you notice the Christmas bag???  Oh well...it is still January...right?

Other than a few days of watching little ones, dermatology appointments, haircut, laundry, cleaning and an author's luncheon, it has been a normal running week. 

Did you notice the full moon this week?  I tried to capture it as it was popping up between the trees last night.  It, along with the sunrises and sunsets have been stunning this week.

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  1. Sinta ReneeJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    I have been following the full moon... literally! In the evening it comes up and I see it outside my sewing room window. In the morning it is shining in my bedroom!
    I just saw that quilt along. It looks like fun:)

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  2. Abby and StephanieJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    What a beautiful star block. BIG blocks are very popular right now. Best of luck with your fabric diet.

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  3. Jessie PopeJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Is baby O one already? He is just tooo cute. And I love when babies have their own little smashcakes to destroy, so much fun to watch!

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  4. CarlaJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    What a pretty block! Being so big, it will work up quickly ; )

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  5. Vroomans' QuiltsJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    Love the plaid in your starburst - yes, once all those units are done, the block goes together very fast.

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  6. Mary on Lake PulaskiJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    Sweet birthdays!
    Love your star block with the great purples.

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  7. Kathy ... aka NanaJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    I love that picture of the moon rising. I've tried to take a picture of the moon at night ... just can't get a good shot ... must need a better photographer and a better camera. ;-)

    I love your star - so pretty!

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  8. BetsyJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Beautiful star Mary. So glad you are getting back in the swing of things.

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  9. MariaJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    Love your block...
    You are sew lucky to always have birthdays in your house.. Looks like they had fun.
    Yes we camped on the beach the night of the full moon..

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  10. NedraJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    That is a wonderful block! and pretty cute grandbabies too!

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  11. Nat PalaskasJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    You have to tell me what kine of engine oil do you use? You are full of energy, you get a lots done in a short few weeks since you got back. Happy Birthdays to the little ones - Hugs
    Nat

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  12. Wacky WomanJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    What a great block. So you are also on a fabric diet?

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  13. GritJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:13 PM

    Fantastic star block.
    And wonderful picture from the birthday. ;-)

    XOXOXO
    Grit

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  14. lindseyJanuary 31, 2013 at 12:37 AM

    beautiful quilt block...and that cake looks pretty good too!

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  15. LynneJanuary 31, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    That Starburst quilt block is stunning!

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  16. TerryJanuary 31, 2013 at 4:46 AM

    Your block looks great! I've never been able to get a good picture of the moon, but I sure do enjoy watching it come up at night! :0)

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  17. CindyJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    Beautiful block - AND most beautiful little ones!!!

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  18. Glenna @ Hollyhock QuiltsJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    What a great block! Looks like fun birthdays with your kiddos.

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    Is there a link to the Starburst Quiltalong that I'm overlooking, missed? After packing all my fabric I'm on a fabric diet! Once settled into the next place I want to use up some I've hauled around for more than a few moves. Man, I just feel like sitting a sewing......yes, pouting some but so happy the home sold. Talk soon

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  20. HilachasJanuary 31, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Yes, it's always hard to catch up with all you need to do after returning from a trip. That Starburst almost looks like a Swoon block. It's going to be a beautiful quilt.

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  21. BarbaraJanuary 31, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    I like the way you caught the moon through a gap in the trees. Wonder if you have a month without a Grands birthday?

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  22. My Sister Made Me Do It....January 31, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    Love the star block but I am such a sucker for purple! I don't think anyone noticed the Christmas Bag because all eyes were on the Birthday Boy!

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  23. em's scrapbagFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Your star block is a beauty.
    Looks like someone enjoyed their cake. Love that photo!!!

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  24. Connie Kresin CampbellFebruary 1, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful block and I bet you had fun at the birthday parties!! Beautiful photo of the moon....I've enjoyed watching it on the river.

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  25. VickiFebruary 3, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Your star block looks great. Keep up the great work on your fabric diet. I know how tempting fabric can be when you see those new fabrics coming out. Have a great week.

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  26. LuAnnFebruary 3, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    Love the photo of the little guy with his birthday cake. Your starburst block is great.

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  27. Sandi Linn AndersenFebruary 4, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    What a beautiful block and darling grandkids!! Love the picture of the moon!

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  28. ShannaFebruary 5, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    What a beautiful block! I think the Christmas Bag is perfectly unnoticed, or atleast I would not have if you hadn't mentioned it. Did he?

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