Spring Green and More to Sew.

Hi guys.

Pardon me if I feel a bit discombobulated - it's been that kind of a week!

Somehow it all happened - it all fit in.  I'm not sure exactly how - but I'm on the tail end of this "something crazy every day" streak!

On Sunday morning I did the "up and over" drive so that I could fill the van with gas before arriving at the inn for photo taking before some folks had to head back to real lives and jobs.

We still have a long way to go as far as leaves on the trees - but just 45 minutes from here, down the mountain everything is leafed out and it's pollen-hell.

We learned that yesterday on our way to Winston for yet another retinal specialist appointment.

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@quiltville_bonnie I'm a de-papering passenger as Hubster Dave drives me to the retina specialist I. Winston. 😊👍 SO MUCH POLLEN. Once we got down the mountain. Holy cow! 🤢 We pulled off at Yadkinville to hit up CVS for antihistamine eye drops and Sudafed. 🤪 We have descended into Pollen Hell. 🤧 #quiltville #quilt #quilting #quilttok #quiltersoftiktok ♬ Drive - Daniel Russell

I had pieced enough kite shapes to occupy SOME of my time on the 2 hour drive.  I knew I wouldn't be able to see ANYTHING on the way back after being fully dilated, but it was a pretty day for a drive -

Until we got down the mountain and we both were overcome with the pollen.  Sudafed, Nasocort and Antihistamine eye drops were acquired before we could drive any further.

Hubster Dave's eyes were nearly swollen shut.

Yet another boring waiting room.

And it accomplished nothing other than what we already knew.  There is no cure. MacTel2 just does it's thing and they aren't sure why.

I guess I've now had my 3rd opinion - confirming what we already know, and I now need to find an optometrist who can work with my limitations instead of throwing me to specialists that won't tell me anything more and who can't get my a prescription that will help me.

So..reflecting on happier weekend times:

I hand quilted in the Hen Den most of Saturday -

I visited with retreaters and it was lovely.

Tie project!  Gorgeous!

More urban churn dashes appeared on the design wall.

And later this was added! Fun!

Border decisions were being made here.  Isn't it wonderful?

Curved strips experiment -

Two sample pieces done!

Fun with Cherrywood cottons!

Van Gogh is starting to come together here!

Some wonderful hand piecing with African prints.

Some Sue Spargo needle book project action happening here!

More denim temperature quilt embroidery -

If you look closely at the square being embroidered - there are raindrops on that day.

Laura Heine collage fun!

The weather was lovely on Sunday - brunch was enjoyed on the porch, and we snuck out for an afternoon road hike to get me away from the computer.  I had been putting the finishing touches on Licorice Twist and just needed a break.

So delicate and pretty!

I love periwinkle!

Tumbledown cabin made it through the winter and is still "mostly" standing.

And the dogwoods are blooming!

Laundry is running while I type this at the QPO Studio.

Today's big deal is to finish packing up the exhibit for the Quilter's Hall of Fame.  Folks are arriving this afternoon, will stay the night at the inn and then drive it back to Indiana tomorrow.

So my plates still feel like they are spinning in a crazy manner, but I can see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Timer just went off with a buzz and it's time to go flip loads.

Most of you know this happened YESTERDAY.  Did you get your entry in?

I'll be drawing for 2 winners who will each receive a Licorice Twist PDF pattern from me, and a Splash of Color fabric roll from Cotton to Quilts.

We'll draw for our winners on Friday 4/24/24.

Introductory Special:  Licorice Twist is currently marked 25% off - no coupon needed!

Sale price good through 4/28/24.

I recommend using the printable 8 1/2'' X 11'' newsprint found in the Quilting All the Time category of the Quiltville Amazon Affiliate Store.

I also carry the Carol Doak foundation paper in the Quiltville Store.

And yes, there is a sale going on - all rulers. notions and tools (And Carol Doak Paper) are 15% off using code NOTIONS at check out.

Quiltville Quote of the Day -

The past couple of weeks have been a roller coaster!

And if this resonates with you, I am happy to include you amongst my crazy weird friends.

Have a terrific Tuesday, everyone!