Still playing

I got out the 1.5 inch tub with the strips that are cut already. I had two things in  mind to use them for. So alternating which goes under the needle next.

I am making string blocks and so this was an obvious choice. I cut my foundation pieces and started with them.

Then I needed to sash these 9-patches so it had it's turn under the needle. I think I have 89 of this 9-patch sashed now. Did a lot of pressing, but went in and sewed for an hour or two each session. 

My son had an appointment last week to go back for a post treatment checkup. The Doctor's say he is cancer free. They are amazed at how well he did through the whole process. I am relieved and felt more like sewing. 

The snow has been another factor. We received about 5.5 inches over the weekend. We finally got some Winter weather. I think it is here to stay now. More snow coming over weekend. 

Hope you are warm and enjoying your day. Chris

Scraps flying everywhere.

I hadn't done any piecing for months. I love to piece so I got out the fabric scraps and the strips and started cutting.

This is a pattern by Becky Tillman Petersen from Quiltedtwins.com. It is called Orbit. On her blog she has free patterns. These are 12.5 inch blocks and are set with sashing and corner stones. These are going together pretty fast being the size they are. 

I have half of the blocks stitched. I had to put things away because the girls were here over night.

Here are the three Characters. They are a lot of fun. They got matching outfits from me for Christmas. I won't be able to do that many more times. 

The baby is almost two. In a couple days and she is a little character. She always acts up when pictures are taken.

See what I mean. She is a hoot.....They got Wonder Woman pj's for Christmas and she is a stinker and wouldn't show her face. LOL

I had the girls New Years Day overnight. Daddy had to go back to have a PET Scan. Preliminary reports say no cancer, but side effects of some swelling and maybe thyroid issues. So he has another appointment next week sometime.

We are thankful that his health is as good as it is and the side effects can be dealt with. Hope you have a Happy New Year. Chris