Monthly Archives: January 2009

Quilt give away

Posted on January 12, 2009 by mam

There is a very generous draw for this wonderful quilt, at the Kati Cupcake blog. The quilt is 44 1/2″ x 63″ in size.  Just leave a comment on her site for a chance to win.  If you mention in the comment, … Continue reading →

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January

Posted on January 11, 2009 by mam

January has always been a hurry up and wait month for me.   The warm glow of Christmas is done, replaced with the harsh cold winds of winter in a nothing to do month.  I’m hoping that this January will be … Continue reading →

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Where ever did she get that attitude?

Posted on January 8, 2009 by mam

I have been in awe of my daughter Andrea since the day she was born.   She is brilliant, spontaneous, and witty.   She is the type of mother I aspired to be.    She is also entirely modest.  Andrea has never been boastful.   Her accomplishments aren’t shouted … Continue reading →

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Tuesdays with Win

Posted on January 7, 2009 by mam

Tuesday is quilt night.  From mid March to December I get up each morning at go to the gym at 5:30 a.m. with my friend Win.   Due to my asthma I exercise at home during the colder months.   As we … Continue reading →

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UFO’s (unfinished objects)

Posted on January 6, 2009 by mam

Eight years ago I started this quilt.  It is now at the top of my list of quilts to complete in 2009.   The blocks are paper pieced and not all that complicated, just time consuming.   I placed the blocks on a white sheet to … Continue reading →

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Who knew? Egg Nog Bread

Posted on January 5, 2009 by mam

The Globe Life Style section of Saturday’s Globe and Mail predicts 2009 to be a year of home made crafts, crock pot cooking, dining in, thrift shops hunts and a return to the simple pleasures of hearth and home.   When did … Continue reading →

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This or that?

Posted on January 4, 2009 by mam

I’m spending my last day of the holidays digging through the rubbles of fabric, seeking out unfinished projects and planning new ones.  My first project for 2009 will be a yellow quilt for a baby girl expected in March.  I’m like a squirrel when I’m … Continue reading →

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Projects old and new

Posted on January 3, 2009 by mam

I spent most of yesterday sorting through fabric, one of my favourite past times.  Any activity associated with quilting is the best form of relaxation that I know.   Sorting fabric by colour or size allows my mind to relax and … Continue reading →

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New Year’s resolution

Posted on January 2, 2009 by mam

My resolution is to support my locally owned fabric shop.  A few years back Wal-mart moved into our little town and annihilated two out of the three fabric shops.   Like most people I was lured by the bargains at Wally World.    That is … Continue reading →

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Win a Flip Ultra Video Camcorder

Posted on January 2, 2009 by mam

Start your new year on a winning streak. Check out this great giveaway  Just remember to follow the instructions for entering the contest.

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