Day 8 of 2026

While I ordered my advent box this year, 

I took the empty box from last year 

and surprised Fireball by filling it with goodies for him.

 He really enjoyed opening our boxes together each night.

 

Day 339 of 2024

I got behind on my advent calendar again so today I opened two boxes. 

Day three surprise is a very smooth pair of scissors. 

Day four is a Christmas pillowcase kit. 

I'm loving the artwork and color scheme this year.

 

Day 131 of 2024

Mother's Day is Sunday. 

I received a package containing an early gift today. 

The colors are beautiful and the candle smells amazing.

 

Day 35 of 2023

Did we discover some beautiful floors in this old house today? 

Yes. Yes, we did. 

 

Day 208 of 2022

In the bundle that was the quilt top I am about to start quilting

 and the backing for that quilt, 

I also found the binding that I somehow had the forethought to select, 

make and include with the other items. 

What a wonderful gift I gave myself.

 

Day 155 of 2022

I opened the pantry today and was surprised to find one shoe. 

I wonder how long it has been missing.

 

Day 113 of 2022

One of these gentlemen is having his 92nd birthday next week. 

We pulled off a successful surprise gathering with lots of family. 

Here is a four generation picture of the birthday boy with his son, 

his two grandsons and his great grandson. 

L to R: Big D, GB#3, T-bone, Great Grandpa H, Fireball

 

Day 96 of 2022

I got a surprising letter today. 

Fifty years. 

I'm not sure how that happened. 

I guess I might consider going. 

We'll see.

 

Day 342 of 2021

I did get a chance to get some photos of the secret wedding project. 

I made a corgi puppy.

 

Day 341 of 2021

I've moved on to Christmas projects, 

but I have a secret wedding project I'll show you soon 

if I can get a chance to photograph it.

 

Day 335 of 2021

Fireball bought me the Stitch Supply Co advent calendar. 

(I had hinted and sent him the link for sign-up.) 

Today is December first. 

I opened box number one.

 

Day 288 of 2021

Unexpected flowers from Fireball are bringing me much joy. 

 

Day 173 of 2021

My plans for a table stripping project got sidelined this morning 

when this happened on the way to a morning appointment. 

This is just part of the damage our car sustained. 

Thankfully all three drivers involved are ok.

 

Day 43 of 2021

What a sweet surprise on my door this afternoon. 

Quilty friends are the best.

 

Day 243 of 2020

In trimming a very large and neglected boxwood hedge, 

these treasures were found.

To see more of today's treasures, please visit me over at More Curiously.

Day 55 of 2020

I spent all day finishing up twelve special quilt blocks. 

I can't show them yet though. 

They are for a quilt block exchange that is happening tomorrow. 

I can't wait to see the blocks everyone else has made.

Day 42 of 2020

A few days ago Little E let me know she was having a package sent to the house.  

There would be "some assembly required." 

Well, she actually ordered two somethings, one for me and one for her. 

When I got the package yesterday, I understood. 

How cute is that sheep fabric?! 

Since she has no sewing machine at home at this time, 

one will be for me and one for her. 

The pattern says "1 Hour" so I will be making two baskets this week.  

I will be sure to post pictures. 

Day 320 of 2019

A few weeks ago I helped a girl out with some fabric that I had in my stash 

that she needed for a quilt she is making.  

In return she sent me these lovelies.  

The fabrics are so good. 

The card and pin are such unexpected extras.  Thank you, Elisabeth.

Day 309 of 2019

Happy Mail Day! 

I gave Little E some of Mom's cross stitch fabric 

when I saw her in Seattle in September. 

She's been having a good time stitching and totally surprised me with this. 

Her suggestion is to put it in my sewing room. 

I think she may be right.

Day 302 of 2019

I made it into the studio today. 

I love these fabric combinations. 

I do not love the way the close up photography 

shows off my crooked stitching.