Happy Saturday friends. Now, I know that I've already posted about my Liberty Crossroads quilt, but one more mention here. We returned from our Carnival Cruise yesterday and a parcel was sitting on my doorstep when we got home. It was my quilt as well as my physical copy of the magazine. Yay!
I'm glad that it didn't rain while we were away, otherwise I may have had a soggy bundle to open up. I had originally planned on this quilt being for my bed. The problem I have too pups who enjoy laying up on my bed, way too much. They love to go up there and look out the front windows so that they can bark at any delivery drivers or basically anybody who walks past the house.
Many of these Liberty fabrics have been in my stash for years and I'd honestly rather they don't become dogified. Perhaps when they're older and can't jump up onto the bed any more.
If you'd like to make my Liberty Crossroads quilt, the pattern is available in the current issue of Homespun magazine.
Now on to what has been happening this week. We had a lovely time on our cruise. It was only a short Monday to Friday cruise and went up to Moreton Island in Queensland and then back to Sydney. We had a beautiful view of the Sydney Opera House from our room before we departed.
We had a big group of family and friends join us on this cruise. It was lovely to have everyone onboard to celebrate, but also tricky at times as not everyone knew each other and had different interests/ages. I'm pleased that I got to spend the week with some of my faves.
We watched shows, ate too much food and enjoyed many activities available on board. We even managed to win some trivia challenges and came home with medals. Here they are beside one of the towel animals.
Our room steward was very friendly and attentive. He even surprised me by setting out birthday decorations in our room while we were out having dinner.
The day that we arrived at Moreton Island was VERY hot. There were people returning to the ship glowing red from too much sun. After the island, we headed back south. We woke that next morning by a storm full of lighting and thunder. I looked out of the window and it was very foggy but with bright reflections due to the lightning. By mid morning, it had all passed and it was lovely and sunny again.
We found a heart shaped towel creation on our last afternoon.
After arriving home yesterday, we spent time doing mountains of laundry. That quickly brings you back to reality, doesn't it? Laundry and having to cook your own dinner after being spoiled having everything cooked for you with a huge selection available.
Today I did some grocery shopping, visited dad and picked up a new armchair which I'd ordered for the front room. It's not super exciting, but it is very comfy. I plan on lots of reading and hand sewing while sitting on this chair... not to mention the naps I have planned...
My guard dog, Harry, was sitting on the couch opposite me (as I tested my new arm chair). He enjoys sitting there and looking out of the window... again to bark at delivery drivers and passers-by.
On Tuesday, I'm teaching a quilting class at work. The ladies can bring in any project they they like or which they may need help or advice with. Aside from that, I've also set a class project which can be worked on at everyone's own pace - if they choose to join in.
The project is the Dreamweaver Quilt - pattern by Michelle McKillop. I made my version a number of years ago and it's hung in the store at various times, with great feedback from customers.
We have a number of ladies signed up for the class which should be great fun and I look forward to seeing how everyone goes with their version of this quilt.
While looking for my original pattern so that I could prepare some samples for the initial steps, I found this stitched and quilted notebook cover. I think I made it for a blog hop - agessssss ago and hadn't seen it since. Isn't it wonderful when you find things in your sewing room that you completely forgot about.
Hoping everyone has had a lovely week.
How nice to come home to a finished quilt on the door step! Cross roads is very pretty! I'd keep the dogs off of it also. The Dreamweaver quilt is so cute, have a wonderful class/day!
ReplyDeleteThanks very much Gretchen. I'm looking forward to this first class back after the Christmas break. Enjoy the rest of your weekend :)
DeleteThose liberty fabrics make such a pretty quilt. I don’t think I would want the dogs on my quilt either.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a fun vacation! Those towel creations make me smile!
Hope your class goes well.
Have a good weekend!
Gail at the cozy quilter
Thanks very much Gail. It's always a joy to walk into the room after the steward has been to find a different towel animal from the day before.
DeleteLooks like a fun trip. And you came home to beautiful mail even if it was one of your own quilts. I love the dream weaver quilt.
ReplyDeleteYes it was a fun trip, though a little too short. Great for the ones who were cruising for the first time though.
DeleteI think the dreamweaver quilt is beautiful and a great skill builder project with lots of different techniques to play with.
I hope you’re enjoying your weekend.
I wish I was still in the gong I would join your class and make the dreamweaver it's gorgeous. I like your nap chair but it has no cushions on it!
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilt for you in the magazine. I would enjoy relaxing in that chair too. Good luck with your classes. Sounds like fun
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