When we were at the retreat this past weekend, we discussed many things, and you know what they say—what happens at the retreat stays at the retreat. But I wanted to share a couple of things—only because they are super fun! And some great memories!
One of the topics discussed was the Row by Row Experience, which I will share at the end of this post.
We also chatted about the first time I met the owner (Laurie) of Stitcharie, which at the time was located in Wyoming, Ontario, but has since moved to Petrolia.
That summer, I wrote a series of articles for QUILTsocial titled "50 Ways to Keep a Quilter Happy While on Vacation." Can you believe that was ten years ago? That summer, I planned to travel extensively to various parts of Canada, so I decided to write the series. There are multiple posts, and I will start sharing them today.
Oh my—when I reread the post, they reminded me of the fun I had that summer. And yes, I did all that traveling and visiting solo! As I've said before, if I had waited for someone to be available when I was and had the time, I would NEVER have done most of the things I did.
So, without further ado, here is the first post. It' may be slow to load. I started at 50 and counted down to 1. Don't worry—there are not fifty posts. There are 14, as we grouped multiple things together in each post. Anyway - be sure to check out that first one, and I'll post a new link every day until we reach Number One.
Hmm --- what other fun topic could I write about this summer since it's ten years! I wonder how many of the shops I mentioned are still open?
Oh my --- what memories!
So, two more Zoom events are done for this week, so that is good. And I've got two more today. I tried to tidy up Studio B this morning, but my brain seems to be in a fog. There is so much sorting, and I'm also trying to start prepping for next week. This week finishes the embroidery series, but next month (March) is National Quilting Month, so I have many quilt-related events. There is some overlap (embroidery and quilting), and I need to get started putting the samples in the correct spot, putting away ones I no longer need, and digging out new ones.
I have more time tomorrow to do that, so I might just let it all go for today and work on it tomorrow. Once this weekend arrives, I can do a significant reorganization, which will make my brain happy.
See what I mean? The place is a disaster. While half of the table is now clear, it's still a mess, and I want it to be tidier.
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| The cutting table |
The ironing board, which never gets messed up, is also a massive dumping ground. And it still looks like that at the moment. Sigh.............
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| The ironing board is a mess |
All the quilting events will be hosted by a Husqvarna Vikiing or PFAFF dealer in Canada. Check with your local dealer to see what events they are hosting. You can always ask me, and I can help you figure it out. I will NOT post the events online. I prefer you go to a dealer's website and check there. I can provide a list of dealers hosting the events I'm doing. I'll try to put the dealers up tomorrow.
As if that weren't enough, a massive box of supplies arrived yesterday. What does that mean? It's time for more experimenting and writing. But I love doing that, and this is an interesting topic, so I'll get started this weekend. It's a quiet weekend, which I am thankful for. I can't share what's in the box now, but let's say it's an exciting topic, and I'll share it with you when the posts go live.
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| A big box of supplies |
The weather has turned significantly warmer, and we have had a lot of snow melt or compact into the snowbanks. But what's the best? The sidewalks are mostly clear! I feel like I've lost 50 pounds! No more slogging through slush. They are also primarily DRY, which is glorious. Plus, going out and feeling that warmish breeze on your face is HEAVEN!! It's for days like yesterday that I love the change of seasons. YES - we could still get snow, but there was a feeling that spring is coming. A sense of renewed energy and, well --- I guess it's just one of those things you must experience.
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| Clear sidewalks |
During Monday's Sewing, I was sitting at my computer at the far end of Studio B when I could hear something rolling on the floor. WHAT? Nothing had dropped that I was aware of, and I glanced quickly but did not see anything. The rolling seemed to go on for quite some time.
Later, when I went upstairs, I got a chuckle. Look what I spotted at the bottom of the stairs.
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| What's this? |
Do you see it?
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| WHAT? |
That is a magnet from one of my metal embroidery hoops. I was sorting the hoops at my computer when one magnet popped off and rolled over 20 feet to the stairs. Then, it had to curl around to land like this. What are the chances? I also found another magnet stuck to my metal stool!
OK -- so I almost died laughing when I spotted Murphy sitting near the table at lunchtime.
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| Mom - just leaning against the table so I don't slip |
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| Mom - I'm exhausted |
Speaking of Row by Row, I have oodles of license plates, and I was looking for a specific one, which I found. You'll see that another day. But this is the one that hangs on my design wall. Appropriate? I think so!
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| Row by Row License Plate |
As usual, I have many emails to contend with, many follow-ups to complete, and, of course, sewing and quilting. But it doesn't matter—spring is coming, the temperature is getting warmer, and life is good!
It makes me think of this quote I embroidered on fabric.
On that happy note, I'm out of here!!
Have a super day!!!
Ciao!!!!
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