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Brown Bear Finished-almost

Well, I actually finished putting on the binding of Brown Bear, Brown Bear. This has been a long day but I'm still very excited about finishing something. I'll work on hand-sewing the binding this week.

Pteranodon Update

Here's a photo of the finished block. I still need to do the embroidery of the eyes and mouth. But I've gone ahead and sewn the strip that's next to it.

Pteranodon Appliqued

I'm creating a quilt for my grandson from the Dinosaurs, Stomp, Chomp and Roar pattern by Pam Manning. This is my first block - a pteranodon. We are also making pillow shams, a wall hanging and two valances for his room.

New iPad Post

Thought I'd write my first post with my new iPad that has dictation so maybe now I'll post more often. So easy. What do you think of the picture quality? Take notice that the Spot quilt is unfinished. Lol - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

Red Snappers Are Here!!

Now, I have To decide how to attach them to my HQ16 leaders. Of course, I have to finish my "Spot" quilt first.

Double Wedding Ring

My DIL has asked to make her a DWR reproduction quilt. The Accuquilt cutter has dies, but only six segments and the old-time quilts all seemed to have more. In search of a pattern, I discovered I wanted the book, Rings That Bind by Cheryl Phillips. According to the YouTube.com video, I'd need the "stuff" that comes with it! If search of the book, I discover it's out of print and there's none to be had. So, back to my dilemma...what now? Here's some fabrics to start:

Country Cottages - Block One

I decided to join the Shabby Fabrics Mystery BOM. I didn't seem to have much in suitable fabric, so I ordered their program. Got the house finished today, sans the roof!!!