wow. i’ts been a roller coaster of life lately; my younger brother had an emergency brain surgery, and then several shoulder surgeries to repair broken bones. we are all so very thankful he is alive; it was a close call, and even better, he’s getting a fresh start in his life, and doing well in his rehabilitation!
and… so, as many of you know, in a blink of an eye, it’s christmas …already!
so… back at the ranch! i had such a good time teaching at timeless quilts waaay back in november, in missoula! and oh, how i loved getting back to teaching. it was a very full class, and we had a great time ~ can’t wait to go back!
and of course, a bit of a road trip is always cause to take a break in a quilt shop {or two} along the road! here are some of my exciting purchases:
a new embroidery collection from bernina, that i cannot wait to explore! it’s about time is said yes… and used my beautiful bernina 830 to get back into some embroidery! i fell in love with the designs and i think they will transfer beautifully into many projects. first on my list or the new year!
and one of my new loves; floriani thread! LOVE! this is so pretty, versatile, and i have been using it on a custom order, just finished recently. will have to show you later, when i catch my breath!
it’s a combo of polyester and rayon. now, while rayon is not colorfast, i think in a blend, it will be much more practical, and of course, there’s a beautiful sheen, and i love the twisty color combos. a “must have” to try out!
and a piece of feather fabric! just a yard. what a fun print this is, and so very contemporary… just up my alley!
and a great little batik print; who could resist those colors in early november? everything about it is autumn, and so yes, i succumbed. then another modern print made it’s way into my hands. {magic, i tell you!} 🙂
and my eyes magically gravitated to this sue spargo pattern when i was in missoula {and on my way out the door ~ almost!} it too, is magically in my possession! i have no idea what an “envelope” is… but i have plans to turn it into either a bag, or a wall hanging… or who knows what?!
and some new quilting gloves. these are definitely heavy duty, and the grip is strong, that’s for sure. so i will be putting them to the test shortly.
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Good news all round, Les! 🙂 Exciting stuff you are showing! Breath deeply and enjoy the season.
Sorry for your brother's difficulties I hope he recovers fully.
Those embroidery designs look very interesting and I know you will do something wonderful with them.
Praying your brother has a speedy recovery. Your finds are gorgeous.
I wish you and your brother all the best. Hopefully he can spent Christmas with you and your family.
And I love the batik. I could not resist either.
Greetings, Rike
I hope your brother is doing better and will be able to enjoy Christmas with his family.