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This is the famous Holiday DRink recipe- I've had a fw...I will have to do the recipe later...

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Kevan and Kelsey...2009

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The dining room and table ready for eating...

Thanksgiving 2009

Here's the day so far: Ken making pumpkin pie from scratch (except the crust), the table in progress, and whatever else shows up...

My Bag

My Bag
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Just finished this up for me! It's about time I made a bag for me and tooted my own horn! Next a wallet and checkbook cover! I love this red fabric and would buy a whole bolt if I could find it again!

Squirrel Pincushion

Squirrel Pincushion
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

OMG!!! I ordered this from Elizabeth Holcombe- Words & Whimsies and Dime Store Chic. I sent her the squirrel and she created this absolutely adorable pincushion for me. It is a work of art!!!

Nancy's purse 002

Nancy's purse 002
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

My latest project for a dear friend. This was the last piece of this tablecloth-very lovely...sad to see it go!!!! I just love making these- they take on a life of their own! I meant to have the handles with the design on the inside but ooops and they look good this way! There are no mistakes!

Strawberry/Cherry Apron

Added the red border because of a hole, but adding polka-dots is always a good thing. I love making aprons- it really showcases the vintage tablecloths.

Porch Swing Cushion Cover

Well, lots has changed since I last posted. The Gallery has moved- 2 doors west- to 128 W James. We are sharing the space with the 1928 Dunbar popcorn wagon that was an icon here in Columbus for many years. It's a great piece of Columbus history! And I can make popcorn anytime I want! YUM!!!
The cushion cover is a custom order I just finished. It has 2 different looks- the yellow piece is from a vintage tablecloth. I am sewing more and loving it!

Dysfunctional!

I love Michael Miller fabrics! This line happens to be "Dysfunctional Family". A client picked out 3 of the blocks and I made these zippered bags for 3 of her friends. Too cute! And funny!!!
Made a couple of onesies, too. many people I know are having grandchildren! I am not ready for that yet, but I'm sure it will fun someday.
Hope everyone is having a great Memorial Day weekend!

4-patch swap blocks

4-patch swap blocks
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

My Favorite Quilters group is having a 4-patch swap and these are the ones I am mailing out tomorrow morning. I love doing these swaps and I start out all excited and on the ball but kind of "peter-out" about half-way thru! The thrill of starting something new! So, if you swap with me, you'll get something a bit late, but worth it.

2009 Quilt Retreat

Working away on 48 center star blocks for a quilt I started 10 years ago- for ny sister's 40th....ha ha...it's going to be done for her 50th!!!!! This was our yearly quilt retreat- always so much fun!!!

Tagged

Tagged
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

16 things about me....

working on the binding

working on the binding
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

This quilt for our bed has been waiting for it's binding for a couple of years! It is one of my New Year's resolutions...after this is finished,it's off the the BIG washing machine to soften it up a bit.
Next I will have to make some window treatments to coordinate. I do have some pillow shams started that also need finishing, too!

Memory quilt 003

Memory quilt 003
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Got 3 of these done in time for Christmas! Each one has a different plaid. I think the girls will be pleased- their Mom was!

Christmas apron

Christmas apron
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

I got two aprons from this tablecloth with lots of leftovers, too. The rest has quite a bit of red stain- maybe too much wine at a Christmas dinner????
Merry Christmas everyone!

Open sign 002

Open sign 002
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

The latest thing I have completed. it's hanging on the front door of the Gallery. It was fun free-piecing the letters! and I used fabric I already had- nothing new!

Dishtowels 001

Dishtowels 001
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Too funny! I think I'll make a His/Hers pair...would be a great shower gift for hip couples!

Christening dress 003

Christening dress 003
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Custom order from her wedding dress. I was very nervous! But I think it turned out very nice! Of course it looks better in "real life". I'm not sure I want to do these very often...

Claire's Bag

Claire's Bag
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

What I made today...I'm glad to be inside because we are having a heat wave! UGH!!! Sewing in the AC suits me fine! This was fun- I had all the fabric here. Took awhile to decide what to line it with but Claire likes dogs and I thought this green just gave it a kick and the button matches the green just right!