Weekend Quilting Warriors!

First things first!

On Saturday I had my scheduled appointment for a much needed haircut that had been put off a couple of weeks due to my European adventure.  

I do admit to trimming my bangs myself before leaving because I couldn't stand it anymore (I know I know. But sometimes you just have to!)

And once that haircut was finished (Hooray!) and next appointment scheduled, I had a quick thought to stop by Walgreens to see if I could get my flu and Covid shots.

I'm not sure how it has been wherever you live, but here in Virginia they were doing crazy things like making you have a doctor's prescription to get a covid shot, even if you were over the recommended age of 65.

That may have lifted during the time I was in Europe, but it's really created a mess.  Not only for the doctor's offices that now have to call in prescriptions everywhere, but the app for my regular CVS wouldn't even let me put in an appointment anywhere near me - I'd have to drive to Boone, an hour away.

I was already in North Carolina for my haircut, so I stopped at Walgreens and they worked me right in.  No doctor's prescription needed, no hassle over my age at 63 on why I felt I needed one (Because I have people coming from various states every week and if they bring it here, I don't have time to catch it!)

At any rate - thank you Walgreens, for not only the quick and painless service, but for the gal at the counter wearing a shirt with a stylized Walgreens W with faces of all kinds and the caption "Diversity is beautiful."

I just needed this right now.

The only symptoms I've had are a bit of a sore arm at injection site, and a barely there headache that has been greatly helped by TYLENOL.

And back to retreat I went...

They are not just making quilts, they are making SHOES!

This came as a kit - how fun are these?

And rugs!!  How cute!

Oh, he's cute!

Here is another rug - or floor cloth - underway.

And quilted sweatshirt jackets in the making!

Adorable!\\

Mahvelous, Darling - Simply Mahvelous~!

Of course, More Sister's Choice blocks were at the forefront, using Doug Leko's Simple Folded Corners Mini to trim first, sew second.  No drawing lines!

Lovely blocks everywhere.

These will eventually end up on point.

I love where these are going!

And then there were more!

Super focused late night sewing!

Lovely in red & black.

A floral garden in the making.

Several of us even got in a road hike down Bear Branch road with Zoey & Mabel yesterday afternoon!

Autumn splendor.

These are the colors that are inspiring me right now. grassy greens, rusty fallen leaves, sandy taupes.

And a smattering of white fluffy clouds.

The onlooking cows kept us - and themselves - entertained with our passing by.

Hello, there!

I need to be out here as often as I can over the next few weeks, soaking up the change of seasons.  Being out in it.  Unless it's raining. Then all bets are off and you'll find me in the studio with a hot cup of tea dreaming of being out here soaking it all in.

A zoomed in Caturday photo of Flash being cozy on the back porch from Saturday. 

You are safe here, buddy.  And one of these days you are going to let me pet you until you purr.  At least I hope so.

I am so excited about this one!

Stars and colorful scraps were meant for each other! 

Create this stunning star quilt in scrappy pinks and oranges or pick two favorite colors and go with it! Fat-Quarter friendly and Inspired by the beautiful flame azaleas native to my corner of Appalachia. Piecing options, full color photos and graphics and many tips for easy piecing pleasure included.

Quilt size: 80'' X 80''

Introductory Pricing:  The PDF pattern for Flame Azalea is already marked 25% off in the Quiltville Store, No coupon code needed.  Sale good through 10/5/25.

And yes - there is a Gift-Away!

I'll be drawing for two winners who will each receive a Flame Azalea PDF pattern from me, and Facets of Orange color roll from  Cotton to Quilts. (Also great to enhance your Hallween quilting stash!)

They also have Facets of Pink in stock, as well as fabulous Notable Neutrals rolls. Check them out!

Head on over and get your entry in on my 9/23/24 Gift-Away Post!

We'll draw for our winners on 10/5/25.

Quiltville Quote of the Day -

Hello, Monday!

Laundry first, or sewing first - or a bit of both at the same time?