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Sunday, April 25, 2010

Nebraska Shop Hop {4 Shops}

7:00 PM | Posted by Mel
Be Aware, Be Thankful
1. Safe bus ride for Michelle
2. iPod music
3. Safe drivers
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The first shop we hit on our Nebraska Shop Hop was Silver Thimble in Ogallala.  The ladies were very nice and we loved the precut fabrics!



How nice!!  Michelle's bag had green straps and mine had blue.  I LOVE this line from MoMo, Wonderland.


I am sooooo impressed with her skills!  I tried to get her into quilting when we lived in Utah for over a decade, but NO!  She had to 'discover' quilting 3 months before she moved away!


Now she's whipping up quilts, bags, runners - all with out me!  Guess I was a good teacher!




The second shop we drove to was The Quilt Rack in North Platte.  It was a large shop with lots and lots of precut fabrics - charm packs, jelly rolls, layer cakes, etc.  It was set up with lots of charm!  


They had everything from batiks, wool, flannel, Christmas and other holiday fabrics, a long arm quilting machine and even provided refreshments for shop hoppers!  The lady working (the owner I think) was as nice as could be - very helpful to us and the other shoppers. 
Sew Little Time in McCook was a small but nicely set up shop.  The ladies there were very welcoming and offered bottled water and cookies.  They had a free pattern for an insulated iron tote that was darling!!
Michelle and I were quick fans of the next quilt shop, simply from the drive into the charming town, Cambridge.  "I could live here!" I said.  A nice, quaint place. 


Then we found the adorable house that was the quilt shop.  A hand painted wooden sign announced that we had found Cottage Inspirations.


Not only could I live in Cambridge, but I could live in this house!  The rooms were packed with cozy projects, fabrics and accessories.

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Days Of Our Lives Autism Kickoff!

10:24 PM | Posted by Mel
Cast members of the popular soap opera, Days of Our Lives kickoff the Autism Speaks, Walk Now for Autism in Glendale, California. Read here about what I'm doing to promote Autism awareness during the month of April. Donate, win prizes, get info!
Updates on the wonderful people who are generously donating to the cause.
Nann of The Quilted Pomegranate has made a fun Outdoor Game Bag for the fundraiser!

Mr and Mrs Pippins made a kind donation to the Walk Now for Autsim even that I will be part of May 2, 2009. I'm a bit embarrassed because I only know most of you by your first name or your blog name, and I'm not sure who to personally thank but please know that I am very greatful for your gift!

It touches me deeply that so many of you are responding to my post of Autism awareness.
tHanK yOu!!
Take a look at the other items here and here, that have been lovingly donated for the Autism Awareness Fundraiser. Items will be available for purchase on April 2nd, 2009 here on my blog!
Take a button for a reminder and spread the word!
* * * * * * * * * * * * * OK, now some more fun and FREE tutorial links! V and Co. has been a blog I've visted for a good while, and now she's a regular contributer to Moda's Bakeshop! This fabric basket is a great spring project don'tcha think? Betz White shares tutorial for a Spring Mini Tote made from soft felted wool.
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Saturday, February 28, 2009

Market Bags

1:10 PM | Posted by Mel
I got two Market Bags (pattern by Portabello Pixie) done!! They are reversable!
The one on the left is for my super generous sister-in-law Lori. Lori knows how hard it is for me not to have 'me time' and is so nice to have Urban go over to her fun home one day a week (sometimes more) for a play day.
She's been doing this since I don't know when, Urban is 3 1/2 years old and I can't remember when he didn't get his play date! Lori has a son, Scotty who is 3 months older than Urban. The two boys play so well together, it's great for Urban to be around so many people who love him.
The bag on the right is for my friend Tessa who won my One World One Heart Giveaway. Yes I am belated in getting the gift to her, but it is with her permission! She said that she likes the anticipation of receiving a gift so if I was a bit slow, it would be OK. Whew!
These bags are going to two really great ladies and it was a privilege to give them something I handmade just for them.
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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

We're still Partying!

12:11 AM | Posted by Mel
My Blog Makeover Party
is still under way until tomorrow!
(Thursday 12:00am MST)
Here are my posts that offer giveaways: Welcome! Prize is two issues of my favorite magazines, some of my favorite notions, and a fun clutch To enter, you must leave a comment on that particular post, NOT THIS one! Makeover Links Prize is four black and white fat quarters and some black fuzzy socks To enter, you must leave a comment on that particular post, NOT THIS one! AND my One World One Heart giveaway (This giveaway is open until Feb. 11th) Prize is a Market Bag made by me (not shown) Pattern by Portobellopixie. To enter, you must leave a comment on that particular post, NOT THIS one! I have enjoyed meeting so many new friends through my giveaways! I've also enjoyed my 'steady' group of blogging friends who stop by for a visit! Good luck to you all and have a creative week!
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