Showing posts with label Born to Run. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Born to Run. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Shadow Garden progress

Here is the latest status of Shadow Garden - just the stems are missing and then the try & error game of finding the best applique stitch on my machine. I really need to write down the combination of stitch type and length for future projects. Even the thread is all ready to go.Meanwhile I have also been working on the Carolina Christmas Mystery - and I am only missing 7 more Pointsetta Blocks - yeah! I placed the stacks of the blocks on my border fabric.
Having admired Bonnie's pieced border, I just know I won't be able to make it fit. Yep, the 1/4 inch seam isn't always "perfect" in my world and earlier struggles on other quilts have taught me not to try it again. Or this quilt becomes a border-less orphan and I don't like this either.
Apart from this, I really love the "American Heritage" Fabric from Robert Kaufman and it gave me the color selection for the mystery quilt.

On a fitness note: I have been going to the gym almost daily and love doing this when I am off from work. And tomorrow I thought I will end the year on a high and active note - with the Year End Belle Isle Fun Run - I will be walking the 4 mile distance and am hoping for dry and calm weather (no blowing snow, please!).

On a book note: I have found a fascinating book at the library "Born to Run" by Christopher McDougall. Love it, it's entertaining, funny and I learned a few things (well, I haven't finished it yet). If you are a runner or used to be one (like me), check it out!

Happy New Year!

Barb