I have laughed so much today and yesterday, I feel like RUNNING up and down the stairs.
That may not sound like much to some, but believe me, I usually SAUNTER down the stairs hoping I don't miss my step and go tumbling.
Of course, I usually have a cup of coffee or several dishes or fabric in my hands.
Terry came over again today and brought the most fun thing with her. I do live a bit of a sheltered life here in the deep woods of Kingston, OK, and I don't get out much to real towns except on the internet. Even with Amazon and Zappos, I had never heard of Nail Wraps. I had noticed them on Terry and thought they were really cute.
I was working on my new Louise Cutting MHAF blouse, but when I saw what Terry brought with her, I decided to sit down and PLAY.
Here's a peak:
Terry had a book with a whole bunch of different designs, but I chose this one because I love black and white. I didn't stop to think that it might not be appropriate for antique hands, but....
Here is a little video we made for you. Wish you could have been here.
www.terryestes.jamberrynails.net
After we got the nail wraps on, we started talking about quilting. Terry asked me what I was going to do after the lighthouses are done -- not realizing that they may NEVER get done at the rate I am going -- but I actually did have a project waiting for sashing and borders. I had gotten stuck on fabric choices. The kit I purchased came with some fabrics, but I didn't really like them. Fortunately, I do have about 10,000 fat quarters here, so I went looking for some more choices.
I found out that Terry is a Professional photographer!!! Isn't that just amazing? She knows all about Photoshop. She probably has the whole PS, however, and I just have Elements. I am looking forward to her teaching me more about PS as I teach her more about quilting designs and free motion and stuff.
Here is the quilt I am working on. Terry helped me pick navy blue sashing and brown corner blocks. LOOK THOUGH, the corner blocks can't be placed at all the corners! How weird is that?! I never noticed that until right this minute. I may just leave them off. Hmmmmmmmmmmmm.
I better get back to my new blouse. I'll show it to you WITH the jacket on top when I get it done.
Note to Debora: I use everything under the sun to mark fabrics. Something that works really well on cottons for me are WASHABLE markers. I opened a box today that I found in the closet. I had bought it years ago for my grandchildren. There are ONE HUNDRED colors! Yay!
I did a test one time using two big squares of white 100% cotton broadcloth. I marked 12 squares on each piece of fabric. Then I colored in each of the squares on both pieces with a different color from a box of 12 WASHABLE markers. Then I IRONED one square. I did NOT iron the other one. Then I threw both of the squares in the washer and dryer. BOTH OF THEM came out perfectly clean and white.
I have used them since on nearly everything I make. I also use chalk. I have found that blue and yellow NEVER come out, BUT if I use it lightly in a place that nobody will see, I don't care. I use the carbon paper sheets you put between the layers. I use the air erasable pens. I use chalk pencils with erasers. I use those pens with the colored lead in them, however, I can never get them to make a mark or if I do, the lead breaks off. I paid a lot for them, but never use them now.
Hugs, Joy
I've so enjoyed our time quilting and visiting together this week. Thank you so much for helping me with my quilt! Terry
ReplyDeleteWe forgot Jackie's doggie box from AC. I had to give her a piece of ham. It was so nice to have you come play. I told Jerry I don't feel like running away from home anymore because I have a friend down here. Thank you, Lord!
ReplyDeleteJoy, I am glad you are having so much fun with your new friend and neighbor. I love your new nails. I bought some of those a couple of years ago for my granddaughters. They just love them. Maybe I need to get some for myself. I think your quilt is just beautiful. I really like all of the colors.
ReplyDeleteWell you girls keep on smiling and make more videos for us to enjoy.
Boo Hoo! I'm missing all the fun! Yes, I had to check out the nail wraps and I ordered a set, but can't remember which ones now. I guess they will be a surprise.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Phylly