Whew, it's been a week hasn't it?

However, I did get one thing done last Sunday.

 The core board insulation came upstairs and got cut into 2 pieces.

 80/20 cotton batting was folded over each edge, opposites first, and stapled snugly.

 These metal hanger whoie-whatzies can be found at Lowe's in the build-a-deck section.  I really have no idea what they're called.  But they work and that's what matters.

 3 extra large silver thumb tacks hold the bottom secure to the core board.  The top of the plate extends out a bit.

 Push pins through the top 2 holes secure each board to the wall.

 And wallah.  The back board to "save a wall from demolition spray starch" is complete.

I've set my big ironing board on top of the new cabinet with newly washed cover and we're good to go.

And just FYI, my "big board" is actually fiber board framed on bottom with 1x2's.  The top is painted with wall paint after which I applied 2 coats of sealant.  Something I had on hand.  You know how fiber board can absorb moisture.  Thus the sealant.

Instead of batting, I use 2 large pieces of knit fabric under the custom made ironing board cover.  Again, it was something I had on hand.  Spray starch goes everywhere when I prep fabric and it does eat the paint off the walls, but now I believe I'm ready for anything.

 You could say I'm expanding my repertoire.  The big box store had these at a very reasonable price, so I bought some half yards to add extra wattage to the fabric cupboard.  I have big plans, yup, sure do.

Yeah, finally this morning was 2-quilt chilly.  And there are some leaves turning already.  Of course it could be that we need rain.  I think this year we're all looking forward to being snowbound.

As my good buddy, CC says, "how many months of August are we having?"

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

"Sometimes, you have to break a lot of eggs . . .

to make an omelet."

The last of the reds and the half bin of yellows were washed and dried today.  Spreading them out helps alleviate wrinkles, if only a little.

Empty spots will be reorganized soon.

 Two stacks of blues.  Have one more blue bin to go.

 Two bins of browns will be done to go along with this stack.

 We're more than half way done yellows.

You'll notice that each stack is folded to match the measurements of the shelf.

 See, I told you we're making progress.

The cabinet opposite is almost done too.  I'd say at least 300 hours of work this winter, probably more.  Mass quantities of starching/trimming were going on simultaneously.

Soon this space will be full of bins of cut pieces. Then we can really go into production.  Prepped pieces make speed sewing much simpler.

Toting my fabric around in bins has been a tradition for the last 28 years.  With cabinets, I can finally see what color range is available, making it much easier to choose what works best.  Shopping the stash just got a whole lot simpler.

Let's hope I'll have enough energy to tackle UFOs once I find the floor again, LOL.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

We were just wondering . . .

How many of you had to scrape ice off of your windshield this morning?

 Yesterday Dolly decided the 20-30 degree temps were just right for a bit of sunbathing.  Notice the front paw blocking her eyes from the glare.  LOL!

 Last night I dedicated 2 hours to ironing and folding the bin of orange fabrics.  It actually took over 3, but that's okay.  One more color is ready for the cabinet shelf.

 Some of these will go in the sale pile.  I also have a whole bolt of yellow I'll be selling.  It's still in the wrapper.

 Gifted to me many years ago was this piece of Waverly.  We're considering whether this will work on the chair seats.  There's nothing more cheerful than bright, bold, BIG flowers.

 Slowly I'm collecting these thinner (14" x 14" x 3") $5.00 boxes from the craft section at the W-M store.  The idea is to make all my storage containers consistent in size and efficiency.  Creative Options is the brand name.  True, there are art boxes out there that come with handles, but only if you want to pay more.

During these wintry days, Dolly asked me to remind you to check on your furry ones living outside.  Hypothermia happens.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

Did I hear the news right this morning . . .

All 50 states, including Hawaii, hit temperatures below freezing last night?

We're at 17 this morning, but no snow thank goodness.  Now for those of you in Buffalo, NY, I can recommend a real estate agent who handles rentals if you can dig your way out and want to hide down here for the winter.

Five feet of snow in Buffalo.  I can't even imagine.

Now on to last week's news.  The sewing room project.

 I've been hauling these chairs around for many, many years.  My mom painted this one around 1970.  Curiously I'm using almost the same color. ,

 A thrift store carryall got a new coat.

 Spray painting wood is harder than spray painting metal.  It takes a deft touch.  And yes, I'm allowed to get it on the porch since the porch will be sanded and refinished next spring.

Two chairs are done.  Currently waiting for 60 temps to return (hah) so I can complete the third.  Gluing them takes the longest.

Oasis Blue by Rust-Oleum.  Good stuff, but not cheap.

Stay warm and safe everyone.  Please keep a box of ice cream salt handy to sprinkle your elderly neighbor's icy steps and walkway won't you.  They can slip and break a hip all to easily on ice.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .