Hello...My Name is Fiona!

The time has come...
I have finished with Fiona.


She is listed in 
Cathy's Etsy shop, here.
I can't wait to see who will fall in love
with her and give her a home.

For Fiona, I made
a play outfit,

a sweater with matching booties,

and a dress with pantaloons.

Here are some photos...

 I absolutely love her!
That orangey-colored hair,
her big brown eyes...
adorable!

And, she was a joy to dress.

I am so looking forward to the next 'dressing'.

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Oh!  And, here are two doll coats

I just listed in my Etsy shop...

 Both coats modeled by Emma, of course.

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.". Jeremiah 29:11

Doodling...

 

Just a quick post to let you all know - cuz I know you've been waiting to hear - I've got some doll clothes listed in my Etsy shop.  And, I'll be listing 6 little sweaters tonight or tomorrow.  If you have the time, I would really appreciate it if you'd hop on over there and take a look.  Let me know what you think, okay?  Click here.  

I'm working on some more clothes and coats/jackets...using some really wonderful fabric...somewhat different...not the ordinary thing.  I hope, anyway.  

It is still cold and and mostly gray in my part of the world.  Ugh.  I must move to a sunnier place...the lack of sunshine really affects my energy levels!  Does it do that to you, too?  I definitely get more accomplished when the sun shines.

Are you watching American Idol this season?  I think this panel of judges is the best ever!!  I first met Harry Connick Jr. back in 1990 when he was in the movie, "Memphis Belle"...did you see it?

And, who doesn't love Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez?  These three seem to be having fun together, which is a welcome relief after last year's debacle.

Have a great evening! 

 

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.". Jeremiah 29:11

Name Change...

No, not me.

Though, that'd be kinda fun, don't you think? 

Actually, my new etsy shop changed names.

And, why not.  

I ask you.

Why not have it be something more fun?

Like...TheChocolatePuppy.

That's what it is now.

You can get to it here.

I added one new item, too.

A baby/snuggle quilt I made last year.

I love this quilt, 

but it's not big enough

to do anything with around here.

I'm not getting much sewing done today,

though the day is not over.  

So, who knows?  

All I've been doing is housework.

Straightening.

Cleaning.

Drudgery.

Ugh. 

OH!  I did whip up something last night.

But, I cannot show it.

Yet.

I got this via email the other day...

 My nephew, Jon, with his wife, Minerva.

He's in the army...

they were at the Military Signal Ball.

Don't they make a handsome couple?

I hope you're working on something fun!!

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."  Jeremiah 29:11

Couple of Things...

First...I have a new etsy shop.  It's in my old name...one I used when I sold rug hooking paraphernalia.  But, the logo is new...a brown dog with sewing needle and thread, which I thought very apropos.  {grin}


At this point, I only have 2 items listed...the doll sleeping bags I finished this past week.  The widget is in my sidebar...or just click here.  The shop isn't completely set up...will get to that soon.


Second...there are times when I am so overwhelmed with the people in my life.  Cathy did it again.  She cleaned out her sewing room earlier this summer and asked if I wanted what she didn't.  Course, based on previous experience with her, one would have to be a fool to say no to that offer.  So, I said yes.  I received the box Thursday.  Can you say, "WOW"!!!  I sure did!  It was full of fabric and a few miscellaneous items for purse/bag making.  About 27 different pieces...yards and yards and yards of it.  The generosity of this woman...well, it absolutely blows me away!  Thank you, Cathy!

Now.  I am totally feeling the need to pay this forward.  So, I'll get a giveaway going here very soon.  Not sure when...or what, for that matter...but keep checking back so you don't miss out!


In the meantime, have a great weekend!




"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11

Rugs For Sale...

I kinda have a lot to say today,

but no time to put it out here for you all to read.

So, for now, I will point you to my Etsy shop 

where I've listed a few of my hooked rugs

that are looking for a new home.

Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with all thy might. - Ecclesiastes 9:10

Back to Work...

Good Monday morning! (really??)

I am cleared to go back to work. Not looking forward to it, as I know I will tire easily. ohwell. Will just take it easy.

Thank you so much to all of you for your well wishes and prayers.

Here are two projects I worked on this weekend.

Paris Park for Kaylynn. 60x60.

                         

It'll get quilted one of these days. Sooner rather than later, I hope. I have several quilts waiting to be quilted...must get on that!

Here's the second carrycot ensemble...same fabric as the first, but with a sheet instead of a little quiltie. I now have 6 items in my etsy shop. Go here if you'd like to check them out.

Have a great week!

Fresh Scrappy Doll Quilt...fnsi

Here's what I did with my Friday Night Sew-in...
I put together this little doll quilt.
It's made with scraps of the Fresh fabric line
(still more scraps left from this quilt)
by Deb Strain for Moda and with
Kona solid cotton in white.

Just cut & sewed strips
and joined them together.
Easy peasy.
I love the crisp look of it.
So, I haven't washed it, yet.

I quilted in random lines with

a green variegated thread...

barely shows on the back,

but I like the look on the front.

This will go in my etsy shop later today.

Coming Soon...Very Soon!

Big news!!!  Exciting news!!! 

Brenis and I have decided to collaborate and open an etsy shop!  Our focus will be fresh, modern quilts in varying sizes, but we will also offer rug hooking supplies (like hand-dyed and as-is woolens!) and finished products.

The name of our shop is 2Peeps.  Cuz we're peeps, and there are 2 of us.  {grin}  Please be sure to visit us and mark us as one of your faves!  Check in often, as you never know what we'll have there to tempt you!  

I am really hoping that items get listed by this weekend.  After today, that will be my focus.  

There will be a grand opening special...be sure to see the announcement on the opening page of the shop. (It isn't there yet, but will be once items are listed and the shop is officially open.)

We are very excited about this new venture!