Emily and her boyfriend Joe will arrive this afternoon for the week and then Kara and her boyfriend Jacob will be here off and on as well. They live in Stillwater, so we see them quite a bit. I think I've got enough groceries to feed an army, but at least we won't starve :o) Most of the presents are wrapped and the house is nice and clean. Allie goes to the doctor this afternoon for a follow-up visit on her leg/ankle and she's hoping for a release to be able to drive. If the doctor tells her it's okay she'll be getting her license this week...woohoo! Jay had new tires put on her truck so it would be all ready for her.
Dear Jane night at the Quilting Post was last Thursday and that meant that I needed to prep a block to work on. Now I hadn't even looked at my JanieBright blocks in a couple of months, so I drug that box out and made 5 blocks this week (one was already done.) I forgot how nice it is to have a couple prepped and ready to pull out to work on when I had a minute.
I'm also working on the second round border for my Antique Quilt, when I have a little snippet of time. More set in seams on these blocks....whew, by the time I finish this quilt I'll be an expert on set in seams.
I do love how this quilt is coming together though.
I also received a wonderful package in the mail from a fellow blogger, Brandie. She sent the cutest little stocking and a wonderful dark chocolate candy bar.
Brandie made the stocking from fabric samples and I LOVE it. Thank you so much Brandie for thinking of me. And thank Pugslie for the licks as well...lol
My sister Pamela also sent a box of goodies. I didn't take pictures of everything, but will you look at this cute Eiffel Tower pincushion kit and the spool with ribbons?! Pam knows exactly what I like...sisters are the BEST!!! Thank you Pam.
I am still going to have a giveaway, I just need to do it. Check back later in the week to see what I come up with.
I am sending Christmas wishes out to all of my blogging friends, all over the world. Have a save, warm (not too warm for you Aussies) and Merry Christmas everyone!
Ranette
16 comments :
great to hear that you are alive and kicking Ranette - I was thinking you might have the flu it has been such awhile since you have posted.
I think now we have all reached the point of glad when the holidays are over - sad really, but it is the way I am too.
Your quilts are looking lovely!
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/
Lovely post Ranette. Glad you are all well and Allie's leg is healing.
I wish you a Merry Christmas, enjoy the family gathering.
The antique quilt is going to be gorgeous. I'm hoping Allie gets released by the doctor. Is she walking without crutches? Tim took a 2 mile walk with me yesterday with NO discomfort. Yea! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and some time to relax with your family. See you in Jan in OK City?
Ranette, as usual, beautiful work. I'm loving the Jane blocks. I'm glad to hear your Daughter is doing well, what a relief.
Have a Wonderful Holiday!
Brandie
Merry Christmas Ranette! Glad you have the gang at yours for the holidays! I have my MIL flying in (we hope, will depend on the snow on both ends) and my folks coming over. Can't wait in a way until the holidays are over though so life can go back to normal. Totally overwhelming time of the year :)
Merry Christmas Ranette!!
I love your JanieBright colours.
Good luck for Allie at the doctor.
Have a ball with all the family at home. Take some time to put your feet up and rest.
Love those gifts! Lucky you!!!
You are the best sister Ranette. I am thrilled with my gift too. Can't wait till I can sew my quilt all together. Love all the quilts you are making!!! Have a Blessed and restful Christmas!!
Pamela
Delighted to read your post and happy that the reason you've been a little light on blogging is because you have happy things going on in your life. Your projects, as always, are a pleasure to look at. Enjoy your holiday with family and I'm keeping fingers crossed for Ms. Allie.
Penny
Merry Christmas............
oh lala, looking forward to your giveaway
You are not a bad blogger. We all understand how life can get very busy this time of year.
Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Merry Christmas to you and your family too.....and it's not too hot here yet!!! But thank goodness for Air Conditioners
It is forecast to rain on christmas Day......
ooooo! more Janie Brights!!! i love them!
Melissa did her first y-seams on a BOM block (it was supposed to done a couple of months ago, but she kept procrastinating) and they turned out quite nicely - she said they will NEVER be her favorite kind of seams and she will AVOID quilts with them in the future - i didn't tell her that the (black & white & red all over) lone star quilt that she has been planning has LOTTSA y-seams - ha ha ha!
i hope that Allie has now joined the ranks of licensed drivers and that you have LOTTSA time for family, friends, and quilting. take care, little sweetie.
How fun to make progress on your DJ blocks! They are looking wonderful!
The border is looking terrific on the antique project too.
Merry Christmas to you are your family!
I really love the border on the Antique Quilt. The fabrics you're using are gorgeous too. I love stars!
I hope the visit with the doctor is successful. I'm sure she is ready to drive!
Fabulous post. That antique quilt is looking beautiful. I'm still deciding what to use my french general for - you've made a great choice.
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