cupcake pincushion

Made famous by Betz White. I found an online tutorial and it was quick and easy. I need brighter, more cupcake-y wool sweaters now. Need. Interesting choice of words b/c I fear in the current economy, alot of what I consider necessary is going to quickly become more of a luxury. And I am not alone. Sigh.

I finished my quilted gift and I am very proud. I will share that tomorrow along with lots of great links.

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project 365-february

I thought I was not meeting any of my so-called new year's goals. I did not choose any resolutions but I did assign a word to sorta live by. My word is ACHIEVE. Lots of stuff that I'd like to achieve this year. One goal was to work on this 2009 photo book. Rather than it being a burden, I found myself waiting for the month to be over so I could complete my pages for February. I never allow myself to feel "behind" or like "I will never be caught up" in scrapbooking b/c I figure someday, every little thing I did record will be worthwhile...however...being on track is a good feeling too! Sticking with the same basics is really liberating as well. I have SO much accumulated that I normally cannot even find a starting place on a page, even when I have a story to tell or a great picture I want to highlight. I am really enjoying working within this type of blueprint.

Don't forget, you can click the image to view it larger.

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quilting...again

I ordered fat quarters made from vintage sheets, and aren't they just lovely?! I had a hard time breaking them open but I did and they are now washed and ready to use. I will share my source on Sunday. I think I might try a coin quilt. I have been following this group and think I want to join! Here is another very lovely quilt from vintage pillow cases.

And this is in anticipation of something I am making for someone's upcoming birthday. So far, I am really thrilled with it. Weird to admit, but there is a certain thrill about piecing fabric together to make a bigger whole. Pin It

peace out to my 30's

I am officially 40. It's all good!!
I celebrated on Saturday night, received some fine gifts from friends, including the coldie holdie for my beer shown above. Yesterday, I got cash from the in laws and an awesome new watch from Dave and the girls. This morning I had breakfast with a college friend. Today, more stuff has arrived in the mail and from UPS. I feel like a queen. Except for the fact I need to go make dinner and fold laundry. Looks like I will still be keepin' it real in this decade.

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sunday showcase and ramblings from an almost 40 year old

A short list this go around:

The Long Thread: I found this blog earlier in the week and the coaster project is what brought me there. I love those and found myself liking a lot more, as I looked around. Thos
e girls' skirts are just darling too. I also really like the look of her blog, well done!

Details by Amie: What a cool job (s)...wardrobe consultant, personal shopper, home re-organizer. Fun. And she is local. I saw a small ad in a Cincy business magazine and jotted it down. I am more of a do it yourself-er these days, forced by both budget and the urge to "knock" things off but I think the concept is great.

Ok, now for the old lady ramblings. I turn 40 tomorrow. Last night a group of friends went out to a benefit and to hear an 80's band and casually celebrate my Bday. Tons of people were dressed up in 80's gear and it was hilarious. I will not elaborate but this picture is probably worth more than a thousand words.
I am on stage with the band (typically not a good idea, this would indicate that I had been served a few adult beverages). But even less likely, is to be on stage with former Bengal, current sportscaster, Chris Collinsworth and local newscaster, Trisha Mackie. Notice, the two of them are decked out in 80's garb. My head still hurts... Pin It