Yes, Honey...

 It's not often that I get a special request from Handsome, but when he asks

 me to create something just for him, my answer is always, "Yes, Honey!"

To tell the truth, I'm always honored to do things for him, whether it's to

hold the new snare wires just where he needs them until he can tighten them

onto his newest drum; cut his hair; or help him with something in the yard. I'm an

old-fashioned wife that way. This time, his request was for a new iPad case.

 I have a stash of music-themed fabrics (don't look so surprised!), so I hauled

them out and let him choose his favorite. I just purchased this one at 

Sandy's Quilt Shop and I love it! I glad Handsome did, too! Next, I showed him 

his choices for the lining/contrast fabric. He also asked for a velcro closure instead

of the flap I usually add. Once that was all decided, it was time for me to wake up 

Prissy (my Babylock quilt machine) from her afternoon nap and get to work.

By late day yesterday, I handed the finished iPad case over to Handsome.

He thanked me and told me it was exactly what he envisioned.

Mission Accomplished!

I can't tell you how much I like seeing that smile on his face.

I got an email from my friend, Claudia of Mockingbird Hill Cottage.

She's moved her blog over to WordPress, in case you hadn't heard.

I want to share her new URL so that you can visit her new home.

She's at http://mockingbirdhillcottage.com/ now.

She'll be glad you stopped in to visit.

Be sure to click here to enter my 1200 Post Giveaway if you haven't yet.

I'll be drawing all the winning names on August 31st at midnight.

There's still time to enter!

Sunday Scripture...

"She is not afraid of the snow for her household;

For all of her household are clothed with scarlet."

-Proverbs 31:21 (NKJV)

All of the placemats are bound and completed, and the napkins have all been hemmed. I didn't want to set a complete table so that you could see the different designs on each. (I found four more pair of triangle blocks, so I'll make eight more mats another time.)

The heart, featured in the apple centerpiece, was a gift from my friend, Claudia of Mockingbird Hill Cottage. She also chose French General fabrics for her creation, so I have it sitting out in my kitchen all the time. Thank you again, Claudia! I love it.

May your day be blessed
and your new week be filled
with joyful and creative pursuits.

It's A "D"...

I just had to share this wonderful, little gift I received late last week! The return address was from my generous friend, Claudia of Mockingbird Hill Cottage. Claudia lives in New York State. Whatever could this be?

I opened the package to find this box with a beautiful tag and blue and brown ribbon that really looked good enough to eat!
When I removed the ribbon and tag, my initial was revealed.

Years ago, Handsome and the boys gave me a beautiful pendant that just bowled me over. I was actually speechless when I looked at it. The art deco details of the pendant actually kept me from realizing that it was my own initial. The boys looked at me and said, "It's a "D"!" It's been a family joke for over 20 years now. Perhaps I'll photograph my pendant and share it with you later this week. But I digress...

This box is beautiful, and has my initial on it. What a cool gift! But, wait...there's something inside!
Claudia!!!! You know how to touch my heart, girlfriend! All these wonderful acorns, tucked beautifully into my initial box. I squealed with delight and rushed from the studio into the kitchen to show them to Handsome.

"Acorns."

"Aren't they beautiful, Honey? Look at the beautiful box Claudia used to package them!"

"Uh, huh. It's a "D"."

What could I say? He had me cold. I just giggled. Some family jokes just never get old.

Thank you, dear Claudia. I love the "D" box, your handcrafted tag, and all the precious acorns. I can't tell you how I appreciate your generosity...and for taking the time to mail this thoughtful gift to me.

Please take the time to click on Claudia's link above - especially if you've never visited her before. Really. She's a beautiful soul.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, #1 SON!!!

PS. Last night, I auditioned to sing with the North Port Chorale. I'll be joining the alto section from now on, and when they perform, my Handsome husband will be backing up the Chorale on the drum kit. I can't begin to tell you how tickled I am about that! Of course, our first concert is in November and I have to commit all the pieces to memory by then. No pressure!