How many quilt tops will fit in a Tyvek envelope . . .

Hmmm, well it depends.

If they range in size of around 50" wide and 60" long.

 and there are 2 of these,

 Six of these,

 and 10 of these . . .. (sorry for the fuzzies)

 Don't you just love the border fabric!

 With the fabric nicely starched, they fold up evenly.  No wrinkles.

 Of course it helps to have a BIG envelope.

You've got it.  18 divided by 3 is 6.

Yup, 6 tops for each. Isn't that amazing!

As Flip Wilson would say, "Well ring my chimes."

Of course some of us only get excited when there's food around.

Whew, now I need to flag down the post man.

Happy New Year everyone!

How many of you have found time to sew?

Or are you still recovering from the hustle and bustle of Christmas?

Last  night I managed to sew some borders on the last of the QOV tops.  

By delving into my 2-1/2" strip box and reducing it by half, I managed to assemble 5 more large, couch-size nap quilts.  Or perhaps I should name them rest and recovery quilts, which has a much more health-related ring.  And isn't that what QOV's are all about, healing?

Dolly and I would like to wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

Up on the rooftop reindeer pause . . .

 Santa cannot come down my chimney this year, it's a bit too warm.  However, you'll notice that I finally made and filled Dolly's stocking.

Cannot recall how long I've had this fabric, probably since 1994.  There's a Saint Bernard in the middle.

 This year's mantle showcase includes many Santas and sleighs.  The small sleigh on the far right was made by my father.  Most of the Santas I've made throughout the years.  A few were purchased.

 Including this wee fellow who is hand-carved and hand-painted by a local artist.

Hand-crocheted by my mom around 1980, this poor Santa lost his nose.

When she first handed it to me, I thought it was the ugliest Santa I'd ever seen, but now I wouldn't trade it for the world.  After all, she made it with love.

And isn't that what this season is all about.

Wherever you are this Christmas and whomever you're with,

may you enjoy the spirit of Peace and Joy this holiday represents.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .

Well, the weather outside is frightful . . .

So I set up the pinning table and got to work.

 It's splendiforously wonderful to have a view of the tree while I pin.

Just a small table topper.  Can't recall when I started it.

However, I also pinned a small blue and yellow top, as well as an Xmas table runner.  And this one. . .

which was begun about 14 years ago.  It's one of my favorites and I look forward to getting it done. 

How are your Christmas projects coming along?

Until then, keep stitchin' . . . 

Spread the "warmth" and joy of the holiday season

 I've decided to sell my recently completed 9-patch quilt.

 If you'd like a very special gift for yourself or someone you love,

please e-mail me.

Until then, keep stitchin' . . .