I'm done with the blues!

 All ironed and folded in their designated cabinet.

 Next up are the peaches, creams, browns and reds.

In 30 years, I've never had the opportunity to organize all solids in one location.

However, I've managed to play with them often.

There's nothing like bright solids on black to cheer up a wintry afternoon.

For all of those in the USA dealing with extensive snow, do stay home if you can.  It's safer that way.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

It's FEBRUARY . . . and Sergeant Major says

"Get the RED out!"

And the Pink!

To help brighten this gray, cloudy, chilly, windy month.

 Sergeant Major says, "Thank you."  In her own subtle, quiet way.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . . 

Higher than an elephant's eye

 Building skyscrapers in the sewing room . . .

and airplanes

Well sort of . . .

It's been that kind of day.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

Central Command, this is Capt. Houston, come in please.

Go ahead Houston, this is Central Command Station 419 whiskey beta alpha thalassemia.

Central Command, we have a problem.  It seems Part # A527 J691 rolling riveter has become disassembled from Part # B482 K999 rolling parameter.  And as you know the rolling parameter supports substation C817 KKK.

Did you say "problem" Capt. Houston?

Aye Sir.

You realize Captain that we do NOT accept problems.  You've read the sign, "All problems, complaints, trivialities, inconsistencies, or occurrences are to be attended to by Private First Class Dollster."

I'm afraid PFC Dollster is incapacitated sir.

Has she been into the chewies again Capt. Houston?

I'm afraid so sir.

And overindulged in kibble with ham bits?

That is correct sir.

(Very big sigh.)

Well I'm afraid Capt. Houston that  substation C817 KKK will need to be totally emptied, removed from the rolling parameter, so you can re-apply the rolling riveter.

TOTALLY emptied sir?

Uh huh.

Every single piece sir?

You've got it.

And Capt. Houston . . . .

Yes sir?

Tell PFC Dollster, she's been demoted and for heaven's sake to lay off the chewies.

Aye aye sir.  Over and out.

Houston, this is Central Command. We have lift off!

We do, we do, and it's so exciting!

 The 2 x 4 foot laminated pine board top molding was applied to the edges.  I had been very hesitant to try this, as it was such an important step.

You see, the edge of it needed to be just 1/4" higher than the top to prevent pencils from rolling off and to keep the cutting mat snug.

The board and molding were both treated with Minwax stain sealant in case something spills.

The wood laminate was an important decision.  Cutting tables must be sturdy.  Fiber board won't do, it can get spilled on.  Laminate / formica won't work, as it's too slick.  Plywood could have worked, but it's very expensive.  This board is available at Lowe's in the pre-formed 2 x 4 size.  No cutting necessary.  Believe me, I spent weeks on this decision.

 Once again the glue turned out to be a problem.  The tiny, thin line applied really puffed up.  But I can live with it.

 When the wood panel was set on top of the cabinet, the doors would not open.  So heavy duty felt was used to protect the cabinet and raise the top a teensy bit.

 A wood collar was built to frame 3 sides of the white cabinet on wheels (with gift lumber from my newest best friend, M.C.).

It was placed 1-3/4 inch in from the edge.  Centered of course.

To create a very snug fit, the sides of the collar were first left unscrewed.  After pressing the collar sides very tightly against the felt and cabinet, a line was drawn to verify placement.

Up came the top, and the collar sides were then secured.  (For various reasons, I chose NOT to attach the collar to the actual cabinet.  The top simply fits snugly.)

Back on went the top so the 2 side and 1 back piece of peg board could be placed.  I used heavy duty Glidden paint on the peg board.  Spray paint did not seem to work well.  The peg board panels were cut to size at Home Depot.  

The dolly is framed with 2 x 4's and the collar is made with 2 x 4's trimmed down.  Each had to be the same width.  There's 1-1/2 inches in between the cabinet and peg board, allowing room for small cutting mats.

 

A one-stop station that can be moved about the room and disassembled if need be.

I'm still deciding how to harness Dolly so she can help pull it!  LOL

And in case you were wondering, this idea did not come overnight.  It took weeks of planning, pinterest research, and drawing out ideas.  However, I'm very pleased and cannot wait to get trimming.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .