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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 10, 2009
09:54 PM Post #7156442
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we came from here...
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1036842/
Must be hand made, a bag that you would use to carry a project, a bunch of books/magazines, use for groceries...etc ( not a purse)...Minimum size 15 x 15 x 6
as complicated...or as simple, as the seamstress desires...quilted, or not...
A Tote...
If you have not already done so... please d-mail me with an e-mail address, (I will only use if we don't hear from you, and we get worried)
Let's keep it Secret..so do not tell anyone who you are making for...
Surprise packages are such fun !!
Started the end of August, Deadline to Mail end of October.
when you receive your tote, please send a d-mail to the maker, to let her know you received, and please send one to BarefootT also.
when I know everyone has received their totes, I will make an announcement, and then everyone can post pictures, and share who they had/made for...
participants:
Barefoot T ------ Any colors
Quilter5 ----- Red & Black
babeegirl ----- Wild & Artsy
Qwilter ----- Bright colors (see post)
Ladydragon5----- Black & White, touch of bright
Heavenscape ----- No pinks, otherwise any color
Tallulah_B ------ Burgundy & Black
Taters55----- Any colors
Seedtosser1----- Any colors (see post)
Abbisgranma ----- Any colors
Siliolegma ----- Any colors (see post)
Jumper2----- Blues & Greens
drapelady----- Pinks, reds, blues, greens, (see post)
clancampbell----- Blues & Greens
Doe 41----- Blacks, reds, purples, pinks, most anything
Llilyfan----- Red, white, Blue--Horses--Black & white
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 10, 2009
09:57 PM Post #7156470
| isn't this just a gorgeous bag?? saw this when I was cruising the net looking for ideas.
got an idea for something similar in red white and blue, now if I could just find some more sewing time!!! |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
12:02 AM Post #7156813
| nice tote! When you all are making your totes, are you putting something in the bottom to keep it flat or just stitching the corners to form a bottom in the bag? |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 11, 2009
07:02 AM Post #7157088
| Kizmo - you can wrap cardboard w/fabric for a flat bottom.
Hopefully my buddy will have her bag for trick-or-treating!!!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 11, 2009
08:43 AM Post #7157240
| ooops I forgot the "note" at the end of the other thread! thanks jean.
I just did the stitch thing.but have been wondering if If I should add in the "bottom" |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
11:21 AM Post #7157575
| only reason I asked is I happened to see on a site where they sell 4X12" (I think) pieces of plastic or something that slip in the bottom section of the bag, just wondered if anyone used them... |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 11, 2009
12:25 PM Post #7157758
| I had hubby cut a piece of plexiglass to fit, then made fabric envelope to hold it. That way it can be taken out if you want, and whole bag can be washed in case of a spill. Hoping my buddy liked it that way. LOL |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 11, 2009
02:00 PM Post #7158020
| Foamboard at Michaels or any other craft store costs about $2.00 a full sheet and you can make about 20 purse bottoms from one piece. I made a sleeve and put the bottom piece inside. Just take it out of the sleeve when washing... |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
October 11, 2009
02:12 PM Post #7158050
| OOPS! I used a piece pf Pizza box in mine! It IS in an env. though, but it's sewed in! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 11, 2009
02:14 PM Post #7158057
| I want to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all our Canadian friends. Blessings for you all... Hugs, Barb |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 11, 2009
02:25 PM Post #7158094
| Well, instead of quilting I've been dealing with a cluttered computer room & spare bedroom today. My goal is to get DH's computer room cleaned out & organized so that I can move my desk in there - out of the spare bedroom. I have bags of old magazines & papers to take to paper recycling and shredded lots more. Tossed the shred in the compost pile. I can now walk through both rooms without stepping over stuff in the middle of the floor. I also vacuumed sealed my summer clothes in Space bags so those piles are gone.
Of course DH is not about to help me. Unlike me, he is a pack rat (an unorganized one at that). I keep reminding him we have to downsize before we can move to FL and we might as well start now.
Threw a fall colored quilt over the couch in the FR. Put a quilt at the foot of the bed. Got a couple afghans out. Also cleaned off the futon in the spare room. Cinnamon is thrilled as that is one of his favorite napping spots on a sunny day.
Luckily I'm off tomorrow so hopefully I'll get downstairs to the sewing...
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siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 11, 2009
02:27 PM Post #7158100
| Oh Yeah, if putting in a piece in the bottom, be sure to cut it a wee bit smaller than bottom measurement. Goes in and out easier. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
02:27 PM Post #7158102
| gee, it's a good thing I asked... LOL |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 11, 2009
10:53 PM Post #7159778
| Thanks for the bottom ideas. My tote is coming along, hope to be done by the weekend. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
11:25 PM Post #7159860
| Jean, you were a busy bee today! I worked on part of my sewing room, but have a big pile of stuff to go to Goodwill. That just absolutely has to go next week, I need another table in there to work on (hey, I heard that chuckle...;-) )
I can't wait to see all these totes... I'm not even in this swap and I'm as giddy as you all LOL |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 11, 2009
11:43 PM Post #7159907
| Kathy, I thought you were in this swap! Duh--so much for my thinking. Tote is coming along nicely but I am enjoying reading how everyone is making theirs. |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
11:44 PM Post #7159909
| plastic corrugated "cardboard" for signs is what I use. You can get it at sign stores |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 11, 2009
11:47 PM Post #7159917
| no, I thought about it, but had other things going on here at home, didn't want to overextend myself. Besides, I'm new to this and want to see what everyone comes up with. Mine would probably look like a floppy bag with handles... LOL LOL LOL |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 11, 2009
11:49 PM Post #7159919
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Ditto. helene |
heavenscape
JayeVille, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 12, 2009
12:05 AM Post #7159958
| "floppy bag with handles"--- sounds like my physical appearance!! Lol!!
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Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 12, 2009
12:55 AM Post #7160110
| LOL, didn't think about that when I typed it! |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 12, 2009
01:02 AM Post #7160121
| My work table has moved with me about 6 times. Company my hubby was working for was doing remodeling. He scored the door off the ladies bathroom. was perfect because it didn't have knob, had push plate, He hooked it to wall with three strong hinges, at the perfect height for me. It has legs that pivot down at each front corner. Best part...since sewing room is also our spare bedroom, it swings up and hooks to wall out of the way. It's a nice large working surface, plus at just the right height so my back doesn't get tired. every couple of years, he sands it to get off any marks and gives a light coat of varnish. A few weeks ago I bought that huge cutting mat that JoAnn's had on sale. It covers about 3/4 of the surface. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 12, 2009
01:10 AM Post #7160139
| nice... Dad gave us 2 of those big folding tables from Sam's. I have one against the wall, the other one will go against the other wall and meet in the corner. Sewing machine will go on opposite wall. Now I just have to move it all... |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 12, 2009
02:06 AM Post #7160216
| Hiya Kathy! nice to see you in here :-)
"floppy bag with handles"... Jaye, I just don't picture you that way LOL
My tote has a bottom piece I put in an envelope, and can be removed.
I haven't had a chance to work on it for quite a few days, but now that I've finished the banner for the church, I have a bit more "free" time :-) lol
Well, I'm glad I found this thread. I missed it when it was opened. I was still waiting for the old one lol
wow - it's after midnight! Guess I'd better head out - have a great Thanksgiving all you Canucks, and Happy Columbus Day to you 'Mericans across the border... lol
~Susan~
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Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 12, 2009
06:21 AM Post #7160370
| Wow, some late nite folks out there.
I'm turned the (propane) fireplace on this AM to take off the chill. Heatpumps are great in summer but don't put out much heat in cold weather. Of course, it isn't really cold yet.
Now I'm wondering if I need to consder a bottom... Guess it wouldn't hure anything.
After I finish my coffee I need to head down to the long arm and finish the quilt I loaded yesterday.
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 12, 2009
06:35 AM Post #7160402
| quilting the morning away...I am jealous...I have to go to work ;-{ but it gives me more fabric money LOL
everyone have a safe great day ! |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 12, 2009
06:37 AM Post #7160410
| Since it is a Federal Holiday and I work in a gov't owned building, I "have" to stay home!!!! So, so , sad!!!! |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
09:32 AM Post #7160744
| Tough job Jean, but someone has to do it. LOL
Son woke me up way to early to get the materials to finish my cabinets in the utility area. Once they are installed, we can finish up my sewing area. Happy Day! Loved reading about using the door as I had thought about doing something similar. Leave to us sewer to be creative finding solutions to problems.
Happy Thanksgiving to those north of the border and a wonderful Columbus Day to those south. |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 12, 2009
10:29 AM Post #7160927
| Marion, If you do a work table with a door, just a reminder, be sure it is at a comfortable height for you. Trust me it makes all the difference in the world. Karen |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
11:04 AM Post #7161039
| Thanks for reminding me Karen. I am on the short side (5"4") but I like my cutting table higher than normal. My late hubby had but risers on the one I have now but in the move they disappeared. Making a note: need table higher. I had been toying with the idea of hanging the cutting table and now I am going to work on that for sure. Starting to sketch out the arrangement on a graph so when my son gets the wall finished I can then be ready for the next step. |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
October 12, 2009
11:22 AM Post #7161100
| I bought one of those huge cutting mats at Wal*Mart Sat. night in Camden. It may be bigger than my table! |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 12, 2009
12:09 PM Post #7161295
| Just as a reference, Marion, I am also 5'4". I just measured my work table is at 36". To compare, my dining room table is 29 1/2", working on it is hard and I get a back ache. But my work table is very comfortable. I so love my big cutting mat, another plus, I just leave it on the table when I fold it up to the wall. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 12, 2009
12:52 PM Post #7161452
| I can relate. I'm 5' 10" and have custom legs on almost everything. I don't have to worry about anyone borrowing my long arm - no one else can reach the handles to "drive it".
I have one of the HUGE gridded mats. I spray glued it on my folding table then cut it with an exacto knife where the 3 pieces of table come together. That was over 5 years ago and it is still firmly attached. I did have to weight it down with bricks to get it good & flat. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
01:23 PM Post #7161559
| Oh how funny, Karen and I can use the same height and my daughter could use your's Jean. She is 5' 10" so this should be interesting when she goes to cut something. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 12, 2009
01:59 PM Post #7161678
| When we remodel in FL, I'm raising all the counter tops (kitchen & bathroom) to a comfortable heigth.
And I was looking at chairs the other day that actually come with a "riser" for underneath. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
03:30 PM Post #7161936
| I haven't started remodeling the kitchen in this house yet but when I do the cabinets will definitely be taller. I have done my bathroom and I love it. I even have a step stool to get into my bed it is so high!!! No risers under it, just happened that way. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 12, 2009
03:47 PM Post #7161995
| hmmmmmmmm seems like I'm the "shortie" of the bunch, at 5'... hahahaha
that reminds me of a short-hug thought given to me. Tall people benefit most from hugging a short person, cuz they lean down and rest their arms on the shoulders of the short person. It's a very relaxing, resting feeling, I'm told. Not being tall, I can't say... lol
Theme of the day "Hug a short person, and relax" lol
~Susan~
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Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 12, 2009
04:14 PM Post #7162079
| LOL |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
04:50 PM Post #7162225
| Oh but just think Susan, you will always be a "dime" among "nickels"!! LOL |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 12, 2009
04:55 PM Post #7162258
| What cha all say... let's all give Susan a group hug!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
05:00 PM Post #7162277
| Ready... |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 12, 2009
05:02 PM Post #7162283
| I'm even shorter, 4' 11.5". Counters all a little high for me. Stools are always at the ready. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 12, 2009
05:16 PM Post #7162331
| o my... Jumper - I can hug you?
seriously - used to be 5' 1 3/4", but age shrinks you, eh?
Ah well, enuff of sitting on the 'puter, playing FarmTown & FarmVille...
I should get dressed (it's 3:15 pm) and get some stuff done! All I've done is to have a bath, and play on the system (oh yeah, drink coffee & have microwaved lunch lol)
~Susan~ |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 12, 2009
05:30 PM Post #7162380
| I agree, I am a short person and someone is always leaning on my shoulders, all these years.
However I like nomal counter tops , kitchen bath etc.
Funny thing, this place here in Fl.were we now live, was built to suit italien men (families) and they must have been short. countops in baths are still shorter than normal, very annoying. never heard of such a thing. Kitchen has been remodeled by us and is ok. Also had very short DR chairs. very annoying.
" A dime among the nickels" - how funny is that. Who is the quater? |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
05:32 PM Post #7162387
| Ah, Helene that was reserved in my family for my late husband---6'3" |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 12, 2009
05:38 PM Post #7162403
| I have to tell Christ my DH he is a "quarter" - that will bring him down from a Silver Dollar status. Yes? |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 12, 2009
09:17 PM Post #7163111
| LOL, we never got to the silver dollars but I think my FIL would have been ours--6'5".. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 12, 2009
10:21 PM Post #7163342
| My kids are always using my shoulders. I hope I haven't started to shrink yet! Got my tote done, hope to send this week. I hope you like it buddy! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 12, 2009
10:59 PM Post #7163496
| to my 5', my DH is 6'3" lol
I guess I'm his dime, and he's my quarter? Quarter of the way to the moon? Is that what the Quarter is? lol |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 13, 2009
11:53 AM Post #7164793
| DH is about 5'5", DD is 5'2" and DS is 5'8". |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 13, 2009
12:59 PM Post #7165007
| well i guess all my boys are quarters..cause they are all well over six foot!!! |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
October 14, 2009
11:44 AM Post #7168093
| Worked on my tote yesterday. I had already sewed one strap, couldn't find it, so I finished the other, then found it. Guess what! I sewed the seams wider on the second one, and they're two different widths! Soooo, I have to do another one! |
Seedtosser1
Glenview, IL
October 14, 2009
02:14 PM Post #7168642
| Tadah...tote is finally on the way!
LOL, Audrey, just hate when that happens! Oh well, better to figure that out now and not when you used all the material!
I was pretty glad I got extra, for when those things happen...I am sure you'll fix it right up.
oh, hehehe. I'm the short one, he's the one, 5.1 and 6.3
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babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 14, 2009
02:33 PM Post #7168699
| sounds like us :) 5.3 and 6.3 |
llilyfan
South Central, IA
(Zone 5a)
October 14, 2009
04:51 PM Post #7169088
| Off to work now, but my tote is finished except for the straps! Not too long now swap buddy!!!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 14, 2009
06:37 PM Post #7169492
| Good for you, llilyfan! |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 14, 2009
07:42 PM Post #7169722
| I am soooo waiting for some pictures. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 15, 2009
12:05 AM Post #7170784
| yeah, me too
I have some hand stitchery to do on my tote first...That'll be this weekend 
♫♪♪♫
~Susan~ |
ClanCampbell
(Chris) Burlington, IA
(Zone 6a)
October 16, 2009
09:41 AM Post #7175141
| Well, I found you guys again! I kept wondering how come no one was posting..DUH! I've been in a daze evidently LOL..
My tote was sent yesterday.. lol..it was interesting for this newbie sewer and probably won't jump into another sewing swap for a while LOL
Talking about heights ..think DD and SIL have the prize as far as size difference.. she's 5'3 and he's 6'7 :) Will be interesting to see how tall their new daughter grows up to be! (wasn't I sly to slip that new DGD into my chat??) She's officially 3 days old..came home yesterday and already rules the house :)
Not that I'm a proud Grandma or anything :) This is #8 for me.. Kailey is DD's 5th, DS has 1 and I also have 2 step-grandkids from DSIL.. and I'm here in Iowa with all of them (Son lives 3 hrs away)
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 16, 2009
09:44 AM Post #7175149
| Oh Chris - how beautiful!!! Lucky, lucky you to be that close to all of them I have 4 here in NH and 2 more in Colo. We just had a big get together two weeks ago. First time in five years. It was great.!!!! |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 16, 2009
09:49 AM Post #7175167
| What a cutie!!!!
Well, my Dad was 6' 3" and Mom a mere 5' 3" (if she stretched). I came out in the middle at 5' 10". Hopefully by the time she is old enough to have long legs, more companies will make pants in a LONG length.
Hey - have you seen the JoAnn's flier for next week? Along with 50% off coupons the Ott Lites are 50% off. Lots of good prices on other items also...
Heat pumps are officially inspected so I can get back to sewing. |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 16, 2009
09:49 AM Post #7175169
| I'll be finishing the lining in mine this weekend. This month has just flown by. Chris, she is adorable! |
ClanCampbell
(Chris) Burlington, IA
(Zone 6a)
October 16, 2009
09:53 AM Post #7175180
| Barb, I love being here with them! I spent 10 years in Okla with all of them up here, so I've missed seeing the growing up (oldest is 13). But I'll get to do some spoiling again now that I'm up here :) I've got a wide spectrum of ages: 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 6, 5 and now the newborn :) And their birthdays are a nightmare! They start in Oct and the last one is in March..6 months for 8 birthdays :) DD's first 4 are all about 13 months apart in age and then 9 years later, here's Kailey! She said it's like being a first time mom, cause she's forgotten everything lol |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 16, 2009
11:19 AM Post #7175470
| awwwwwwww Chris - she's beautiful!! No wonder she rules the household lol
Has everyone wrapped around her adorable little fingers, I'll bet lol
♫♪♪♫
~Susan~ |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 16, 2009
02:44 PM Post #7176195
| I got my tote, but I will very anxioulsy sit here, and wait to post the picture!
Guess I need to get the handle on my tote, and get it mailed out.
Chris, she is so pretty! |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
October 17, 2009
10:57 AM Post #7179137
| Me, to, LK! |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 18, 2009
02:47 PM Post #7182858
| When this is over and we are all showing off our loverly totes, what do you think of having our pictures taken with our totes, so we can all see our friends? I'm not that keen on getting my pic taken, but would be willing to "grin" and bear it. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 18, 2009
02:50 PM Post #7182867
| As long as I can put the bag over my head!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 18, 2009
03:38 PM Post #7182986
| hahahaha silly woman!
I think it's a wonderful idea!
I've been including my pic with other swaps, so I will do so with this one anyway.
Y'never know - someone may actually keep it LOL
~Susan~ |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 18, 2009
06:55 PM Post #7183545
| ok, you can put your tote over your head as long as you have a name tag on...LOL |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 18, 2009
07:41 PM Post #7183780
| mine is done! happy dance :) I'll be mailing it tomorrow. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 19, 2009
12:31 AM Post #7184885
| Mine's going great guns!!
Still have about 1/2 of the handstitching left, but have the base done, and the rest will be flying easy
It's just a matter of putting things together (once the stitching is done!)
I can hardly wait until we all have our bags (over the head, or otherwise LOL)
~Susan~ |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 19, 2009
10:55 AM Post #7185938
| How are we doing barefoot? Are we almost ready for the reveal?/// |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 19, 2009
02:47 PM Post #7186855
| I've gotten 5 blocks, so obviously waiting for 4 more - Elen's would be one, of course lol
~Susan~ |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 19, 2009
03:45 PM Post #7187061
| my tote is going out by Fedex this afternoon. I hope my pal likes it! |
Seedtosser1
Glenview, IL
October 19, 2009
05:06 PM Post #7187400
| istn't it exciting to get it to post office? Yay, i am sure your buddy will be happy, happy.
OH my Gosh, Chris..Congratulations your new granddaughter is so precious!!
waiving hello, excited to see all of you with your totes, lol |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 19, 2009
05:27 PM Post #7187480
| I only have 3 d-mail confirmations of bags received...so I think we are a ways off yet.
so If you received a bag and did not d-mail me please do so...I will not give the photo go ahead until I get all 15 (not counting me) d-mails !!!!! |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 19, 2009
08:41 PM Post #7188249
| I got my tote today and it is to die for! thank you thank you thank you! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 19, 2009
09:14 PM Post #7188381
| Different type of quilting project. This is a saddle pad for DD to work in so her show one stays nice. My tote will be int the mail tomorrow. The pad is quilted. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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drapelady
Denham Springs, LA
(Zone 8b)
October 20, 2009
12:47 AM Post #7189005
| Gosh, I lost ya'll. LOL
Qwilter, I am green with envy that you have a long arm. I had one from Gammill when I first opened my shop in 1996, but after about 5 years , everyone started wanting duvets , instead of quilted comforters. I sold it to another drapery shop, thinking I would replace it when the styles changed again. Well, all I can say is, I just miss my quilter. I love , love to stitch around those patterns. I'm trying to figure out if I can drop the feed dog on one of my Juki's and see if it will suffice for my tote. Believe me, no one wants to wait until I finish hand quilting. LOL. Any suggestions?
Debbie |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 20, 2009
01:06 PM Post #7190142
| Sent my tote today. I hope my buddy likes it. |
llilyfan
South Central, IA
(Zone 5a)
October 20, 2009
03:05 PM Post #7190482
| I'm heading to the store with the tote to find the right size envelope or box for mailing! |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 20, 2009
06:15 PM Post #7190969
| The totes are coming...
The totes are coming... |
llilyfan
South Central, IA
(Zone 5a)
October 21, 2009
10:30 AM Post #7193299
| I'm heading to the PO to mail my buddy's tote bag. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 22, 2009
06:28 PM Post #7198193
| I got the PERFECT bag today!!!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 22, 2009
07:08 PM Post #7198333
| Fabulous!! Who's it from, huh? huh? huh? |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 22, 2009
08:15 PM Post #7198581
| no no no ...no tellin yet...y'all behave!!! |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 22, 2009
09:14 PM Post #7198846
| I will NOT tell before the appointed time!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 23, 2009
01:02 AM Post #7199550
| aw shoot
figured I'd get a lil sneaky in and you'd tell without thinking about it lol
ah well, I can wait as much as the next person lol
♫♪♫♪
~Susan~ |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 23, 2009
06:21 AM Post #7199701
| Susan - I've been in the "sneaky" security business for many, many years. I'm not easily snookered!!!!
|
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 23, 2009
08:36 AM Post #7199910
| hahahaha ok, so I was being outwitted yet again LOL
bit by bit I'm getting my hand sewing done on the Tote.
I will have it done by the end of Oct, as promised, and I have a good idea of what it will be used for (getting to know the recipient, and really want it to be juuuuuuuuust right!)
~Susan~ |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 23, 2009
01:55 PM Post #7200741
| Got my tote today. Funny how we can pick up the personallities of each other! It's perfect! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 23, 2009
02:40 PM Post #7200840
| That's so nice, that it fits you |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 23, 2009
03:06 PM Post #7200898
| I took pictures of mine today with the camera on my phone. I'll post them when we all do but the quality of photo won't be like my camera that my daughter took with her to Dallas and it isn't coming back until the middle of November :) rotten razzle frazzle darn kid! just joking :) she called last night and they are having a wonderful time. Her best friend was supposed to have had her baby by now but still hasn't so she'll be induced by Nov 8th if baby doesn't make an appearance by then. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 27, 2009
12:07 PM Post #7213613
| Can we post pictures yet? |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 27, 2009
12:15 PM Post #7213638
| Nope. Not until we all have our totes... |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 27, 2009
12:23 PM Post #7213660
| Ok, hoping everyone gets theirs soon! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 27, 2009
01:25 PM Post #7213842
| I'm going to be a little slow - have some hand stitching to do... sorry about that, but I hope my "buddy" likes it!!! |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 27, 2009
04:19 PM Post #7214353
| Well, my machine has gone kaputz! It started out bunching up underneath, and n ow the botton feeddog, won't work, so I am off tomorow in search of a new one. The least amount of miles I will drive is 75, if they don't have one I am off to San Antonio, and that is 150 miles one way! Sorry, but my bag may be a few days late. No one sells them here anymore! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 27, 2009
07:53 PM Post #7215037
| omygosh, LK! so strange that they don't sell sewing machines closer to you!
Does everyone sew by hand? lol
Sorry to hear your machine is kaputzkie!
~Susan~ |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 27, 2009
08:53 PM Post #7215255
| I started on a set of 16 log cabins to go with my black and white swap blocks and I decided to do them by hand. It's been fun :) |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 27, 2009
10:10 PM Post #7215469
| Wow, that is a lot of work. Please post pictures, when you can! Would love to see them. |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 28, 2009
04:05 PM Post #7217630
| I couldn't stand the suspense! I had to see what the log cabin blocks would look like so I cranked out the 14 I had left this morning before work. These are blocks from a BW swap I hosted on my quilting messageboard and they turned out sooooooo exquisite! I still have several that I'll be making into another quilt. I made all the log cabin blocks and the others are the swap blocks. One of the ladies in the swap put hers together this way and I loved it so much I had to copy her :)
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Seedtosser1
Glenview, IL
October 28, 2009
04:33 PM Post #7217710
| WOW!
Thats gorgeous Babeegirl. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 28, 2009
05:04 PM Post #7217790
| Sondra, I LOVE it. Each block pops in its own way. Nice job... I'm still trying to figure out what to do with the pumpkins. Did you use the vine idea? If not, may I steal it? |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 28, 2009
05:19 PM Post #7217826
| go right ahead :) I didn't do vines. I made a small wallhanging, or let me rephrase that, I am in the process of making (can you say ufo!?) a small wall hanging with them. It's rectangular with the middle being a black and yellow 9 patch, the pumpkins are the outer borders with 2 along the top, 2 along the bottom and 3 down each side. I made a 6 by 6 pumpkin block set on point to go in each corner. I made all the stems face out so the bottoms of the pumpkins all touch the center. It looked kinda wrong to have the 2 at the bottom turned the wrong way. I had to slightly trim up the sides of the pumpkins so they would all fit correctly but I don't think it's noticeable at all. It was like a quarter inch off each side. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 28, 2009
05:42 PM Post #7217895
| very nice sondra, very nice indeed!!
I got a package today!! way way beyond my expectations |
cheriffic
(Cheryl) Wilmington, MA
October 28, 2009
07:54 PM Post #7218329
| OMG Sondra you are super fast. You did those LC's in a day didn't you? I love how you put all the bright colors in the centers it is really beautiful. I started mine too but no where near done. But I do have it started that counts right? I too need to put my pumpkins together. aaarrgggghhhhhhhh there is just not enough time for the serious quilters in this world. I am going to a quilt show the 7th of Nov of course I will be adding to my want to finish that pile. By the way Barb this is the "Quilters Gathering" in Nashua N.H. are you going to be able to go????? Hope to see you there.
Great job Sondra I love your Black Tie Affair.
Cher |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 28, 2009
08:38 PM Post #7218506
| yep, I cut the pieces 2 nights ago, did 2 by hand and 14 this morning. They took about 1.5 hours this morning by sewing assembly line style. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 28, 2009
08:59 PM Post #7218603
| WOW!!!! That is about all I can say Sondra. That is beautiful--humm mind if we use the idea |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 28, 2009
11:41 PM Post #7219169
| easy easy:) I can figure out in EQ6 how to send you the project file with all the instructions
|
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 29, 2009
12:23 AM Post #7219306
| Sondra - these aren't blocks from the signature block swap, are they?
~Susan~ |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 29, 2009
12:52 AM Post #7219377
| Barb, when you make your 'vine', do you make your own bias or do you use the already made stuff? I watched someone the other night on a video making some, but she didn't say it was cut on the bias. I'm assuming it would have to be, in order to lay it in a curvy, vine-y fashion to look natural. Also, she used a bar to slide inside the tube, so when it was pressed, it would be flat with the seam centered and hidden when appliqued. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
05:41 AM Post #7219589
| Kizmo - you can buy a spiffy bias maker at joanns. Slide the fabric in the gizmo and press it as it coms out in a perfect size piece. No nned to sew a tube, turn a tube, etc. Comes in different sizes for different widths. I love it!!! |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 29, 2009
09:06 AM Post #7219971
| no, these were blocks from a swap I hosted called Black Tie Affair at the beginning of the year. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
10:33 AM Post #7220189
| Kizmo - I use the gizmo from Clover (bias maker). It comes in different sizes to make different width bias strips. I love it too Qwilter. In one end and out the other. Just need a hot iron and COOL fingers!!!!! I also use it to make Celtic designs. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 29, 2009
10:56 AM Post #7220260
| Thanks Jean, I'll have to look for it next time I venture in there... have been staying out of there purposely.. it's like going out for a gallon of milk...go in for one teensy little thing and come out with a cart load of stuff...! I have a list, just haven't taken it off the desk yet..
I really liked the pumpkin one that Sondra was working on, plus I was watching a video the other nite of one with vining and leaves, just liked the movement of it. I've worked with bias tape before when sewing other things, just haven't tried making my own. This particular one used the green print fabric in the quilt to do the vines and leaves...
http://thequiltingschool.com/index.php?option=com_content&vi...
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Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 29, 2009
11:09 AM Post #7220286
| gosh - feeling like a quilting newbie! Bias Maker? What's that?
~Susan~ |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
11:28 AM Post #7220350
| It's a gizmo that folds your material for you as you pull it through the gizmo. You iron it flat as it comes out of the gizmo. It makes perfect bias strips!!!! Bias strips are used for vines and other narrow pieces when doing applique... By using material that has been cut on the bias, it readily will stretch to go around curves very easily. |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
October 29, 2009
11:50 AM Post #7220418
| Mailed my tote yesterday. It should arrive Fri. I'm on pins and needles, hoping my buddy will like it, and can use it! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 29, 2009
11:52 AM Post #7220422
| Ah - no wonder I didn't know about them.
I've never done applique! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
12:01 PM Post #7220461
| About time you tried it!!!! It's fun watching bits and pieces of material become a flower or animal or whatever you want it to be... |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 29, 2009
12:11 PM Post #7220508
| It's enough to learn piecing, then the quilting stitch!
My sister did applique, but she doesn't anymore. Maybe because she doesn't have very young grandkids anymore...
I never got into it.
~Susan~ |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
02:56 PM Post #7220976
| Need bias strips for other than applique. With the narrow strips, and a double needle, you can sew down both sides of the strip at once with the machine.
And it's a good way to cover a raw edge or where 2 pieces join for crazy quilting. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
03:33 PM Post #7221103
| Qwilter - you are amazing!!!! I DO realize that I am still a novice. There is SO MUCH for me to learn.. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 29, 2009
03:57 PM Post #7221167
| Barb, if you are a novice then I think I must be a pre beginner!!!! Would love to do hand applique but just can't make these fingers do--especially since my cat bite incident left one of them a little crooked. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
03:57 PM Post #7221169
| My family thinks I'm posessed... |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 29, 2009
04:00 PM Post #7221175
| Okay, is there something the rest of us should be knowing? LOL |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
04:02 PM Post #7221181
| I'm like the Energizer Bunny... I have an on/off switch. On is overdrive & off is fast asleep and there is no setting inbetween. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 29, 2009
04:04 PM Post #7221186
| ROFLOL, well there might be several of us like that. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
04:13 PM Post #7221215
| Not me - underdrive works well!!!! I go in spurts. I'll have days and weeks when all I do is quilt and then I'll go for a week and never go near the machine!!! |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
05:00 PM Post #7221337
| Same here - but then I'm trading the sewing machine for the lawn mower, or power saw, or...
Work does get in the way of sewing... |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
05:04 PM Post #7221353
| Any pictures of your quilts, with the bias tape? |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 29, 2009
05:44 PM Post #7221436
| hmmmmmm you just made me thing about something else I'm making.
I'm in a totally different swap, need black material, and I juuuuuuust happen to have black bias tape - cover raw edges, eh? lol
It's amazing what you learn on DG, eh? LOL
~Susan~ |
Seedtosser1
Glenview, IL
October 31, 2009
09:56 AM Post #7226874
| Good Morning,Good Morning!!
Smiling Big here.
Yesterday I had the oppertunity to work away from home (got a tiny cleaning job-woohoo.)
Anyway, how excited I was to see a big envelope on my craft table upon my return!
Thank you, thank you Buddy. I love it and oh for sure will use my lovely tote.
Not to worry, you created a perfect bag for me...And a really cool idea to allow me to place the handles for
a good fit!
Actually will be using it today!! Can't wait to tell my friends, I got it from my tote bag swap buddy...lol,
I will be telling there your name!
Thank you again...off to fill my tote.
Judy. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 31, 2009
06:51 PM Post #7228273
| HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERY ONE
it is the last of the month so I hope everyone has mailed out their totes
I have not received very many mails confirming delivery yet...
if you got your tote, and did not d-mail me please do so...because until I get a d-mail from all participants...I will not be able to give the go ahead for the big photo reveal...thank you |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 31, 2009
10:28 PM Post #7228792
| Happy Hallowe'en!!
I will be able to mail out my tote on Monday. I just finished the hand stitching and painting, and am assembling it. It took some work, but my buddy's worth it!!
I may even have it all assembled tonight, cuz I have another 2 hours left of work time tonight
~Susan~
|
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 03, 2009
03:43 PM Post #7237841
| Ok, I'm bad... I was all ready to send off my completed tote, when someone told me about ONEthing I forgot to do to it, so I had to tear something open, and add something...
So, if you haven't gotten your tote from me, I apologize in advance, but I wanted it to be PERFECT.
It will go out in the mail, tomorrow, I (hope) to promise. I'm working on it on my lunch hour, and will start again when I get home, to make sure it's done.
I have "this" to do, then add the straps (which is the easiest part!!).
~Susan~ |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 03, 2009
04:10 PM Post #7237936
| I took mine fabric shopping last week and got lots of comments!!!! Everyone wanted to know where I got it. I told them from "My Bag Lady"!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 03, 2009
04:39 PM Post #7238018
| lol |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
November 04, 2009
02:18 PM Post #7241090
| lol |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 04, 2009
08:40 PM Post #7242309
| my notes show four more to go |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 04, 2009
08:50 PM Post #7242344
| Maybe you could "edit" the 1st post, and put "received" beside those who have gotten theirs. You don't need to say who their buddy is. I suppose, if we were to go through all the posts, we could figure out who has them, and by process of elimination... LOL
But, you have it recorded somewhere in your notes?!
~Susan~ |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 04, 2009
09:10 PM Post #7242426
| Well, I am watching the posts...and have received some d-mails confirming receipt of packages...
I am going to d-mail the four to be sure I did not miss something... |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 04, 2009
09:39 PM Post #7242536
| Thank you, Thunder
~Susan~ |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
November 05, 2009
03:04 PM Post #7244683
| Now I can just about figure out who my Buddy is! I'm so excited! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 06, 2009
02:08 AM Post #7246626
| It's done, it's done, it's done!!
Tomorrow am it will be winging it's way to my buddy!
From experience, it should take about 5 days, disregarding weekends...
I hope it's quicker than that, but will probably arrive next Friday.
Anyway, if I did anymore to it (and as I closed the box, I thought of One More Thing I SHOULD have put on it...the label , but I forgot...), it would Never leave my posession LOL
Maybe my buddy can put a label on it...
Now, which of the remaining 3 buddies do you think it is? LOL
~Susan~
~Susan~ |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 06, 2009
07:44 PM Post #7248688
| It is my understanding that as of today the remaining totes are in the mail!!! |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 06, 2009
10:16 PM Post #7249175
| Mine should have arrived? |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
November 06, 2009
10:24 PM Post #7249200
| Nope mine will go out tomorrow. Had a dental emergency and spent the day at the dentist office with my daughter. She broke her crown and not sure exactly what all happened but she was in some bad pain. Has a temp until she can go in next week for some extensive work to correct the situation. Thank goodness for pain meds tonight.
Sorry buddy. |
Doe41
(Audrey) Dyersburg, TN
(Zone 7a)
November 07, 2009
12:41 PM Post #7250421
| I got mine! I got mine! I love, love, love it! Makes me ashamed of the one I made! Thanks, Buddy! Now to see if my camera's working! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 07, 2009
12:47 PM Post #7250437
| don't post pictures yet doe!!!! |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
November 12, 2009
10:23 AM Post #7266643
| Can't believe I mailed my tote 6 weeks ago and I'm still waiting for mine to arrive! Maybe I didn't do enough on mine; tried to do something simple but nice for those shopping trips. Guess I'll go back to watching for the mailman. |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
November 12, 2009
10:34 AM Post #7266676
| I'll be so glad to get my camera back finally this weekend so I can take a picture that shows just how beautiful mine really is. That camera phone just doesn't do it justice. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
November 12, 2009
10:41 AM Post #7266696
| Barefoot are we there yet??? Can we post pics yet??? |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 12, 2009
05:11 PM Post #7267998
| I haven't gotten my tote either, Janice.
Guess no pics can be posted until we all get ours...
~Susan~ |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 12, 2009
05:20 PM Post #7268018
| Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, probably saving the best for last!!!!!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 12, 2009
05:21 PM Post #7268019
| That's it!! "best for last"...
~Susan~ |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 12, 2009
07:34 PM Post #7268358
| we are waiting for a few more totes to arrive !!!! I have been assured that they are on the way...
If y'all can not wait any longer you may post a photo, but please do not say who you got from yet...
we want the last few to still get the surprise... |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 12, 2009
08:25 PM Post #7268581
| I know my buddy's tote is in the US... but that's all postal service shows on their site...
It was promised for two weeks from when we sent it, however - it didn't leave the building until late Friday (my DH took it to work to mail on Friday the 6th, so they likely didn't do anything with it until Monday the 9th). Two weeks from then is Monday the 23rd, cuz they don't count weekends...
I wish I could hurry it along, but it left my hands on the 6th.
I haven't gotten mine, either. Ah well, such is life, eh?
~Susan~
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
November 12, 2009
08:27 PM Post #7268597
| I'll wait (((sigh))))) |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
November 12, 2009
10:40 PM Post #7268943
| ladies your thread is now boring. Do i connect to see pictures? no! no more!. Life is going on in fast phase...Happy holidays. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
November 13, 2009
08:22 AM Post #7269602
| Too bad you'll miss the reveals. Life shouldn't be that fast!!!!!! Slow down and smell the roses and sew the squares... |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
November 13, 2009
09:43 AM Post #7269807
| I so agree Barb, savor each day and don't rush through life. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 13, 2009
10:54 AM Post #7270031
| I'm not saying this tote has anything to do with this swap, but since someone wants to see a picture of a tote, I thought I'd post a picture of a tote.
I also bought a very nice tote yesterday at Home Goods. It is the size of a tote but is insulated. Called a "picnic bag". It was less expensive than an insulated lunch bag and since I take breakfast, lunch, and snacks to work with me, I'm usually having to take 2 bags, or I have to scrounge for room in a shared fridge that usually smells like spoiled milk. Now I have 1 bag that looks much nicer than an insulated lunch box. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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Seedtosser1
Glenview, IL
November 13, 2009
11:14 AM Post #7270073
| Life sure does get in the way of having fun sometimes...But I agree too, stop and watch some nature.
The other day, I was running ragged so did my own therapy and went for a nature ride.
LOL, Not too much too see any more except ohwah, ever notice how exceptionally beautiful bare trees are?
Their limbs, the trunks and my favorite you can see where the nests are!
On my little treck, For the first time in eons, not one but several Black Squirrels!! How cool, their coats look so much different then our average grey...Our lil grey squirrels are cute but the black one are beautiful. LOL, just my observation.
Nice Tote Quilter.
OH what a neat idea with the insulated one.
Have a great day! |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
November 13, 2009
11:17 AM Post #7270084
| Qwilter, what a wonderful rainbow! Carrying this tote will brighten any day.
I'm not bored, I am antsy but will wait because I do believe it will be soooooo worth it. I can't wait to show off my terrific tote...well, actually I already have, but I mean on here. I love telling the complimentors just where I got it.(they are so jealous) |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 13, 2009
12:29 PM Post #7270264
| Beatiful colours on that oh-so-beautiful tote! Very deep too!. I would just change the length of the straps. Looks like it would catch me right around the "pits" lol
Yes, smell the roses, take a "mo" and relax. I'm waiting for my tote, but I know it will be worth the wait.
This sounds sorta like the survey Dave did awhile ago about "are you a patient gardener, or not"... (something like that).
I prefer to think I'm a patient gardener. I plant small stuff that will "naturalize" into the area, and I feel it gives stronger plants. Yes of course I also plant annuals, but the perennials fill my garden year after year, with less work LOL (does that sound lazy? of course it does, cuz I'm thrifty with my time lol)
~Susan~ |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
November 13, 2009
12:59 PM Post #7270363
| My tote just arrived and I can see why it took so long! It is beautiful and far too nice to carry groceries around! I just love all the hand work and the colors are me! Now to keep it out of the puppy's mouth (she chews on everything) and keep all for me, me, me. Thank you buddy; you done good! |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
November 13, 2009
01:05 PM Post #7270391
| I get so busy sometimes I forget to be impatient...does that make sense!? |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 13, 2009
01:48 PM Post #7270520
| Qwilter, love the colors in your tote, very pretty indeed! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 13, 2009
06:05 PM Post #7271263
| only two more to go!! |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 13, 2009
09:06 PM Post #7271857
| so, babeegirl - you & I have yet to get our totes, I guess
~Susan~ |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
November 14, 2009
12:43 AM Post #7272408
| oh no, I got mine a while back. Time has passed so fast I can't believe it's almost Thanksgiving. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 14, 2009
01:02 AM Post #7272457
| ok then - who, besides me - hasn't received their tote?
~Susan~ |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
November 14, 2009
10:16 AM Post #7273068
| I guess my reply went into cyberspace---me. I am waiting but very patient as I do know things happen and it will come when it comes. |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 14, 2009
01:01 PM Post #7273443
| ok Marion, so it's you and me - but, like you, I'm patient
Life happens (don't we all know it...)
~Susan~ |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 15, 2009
09:58 AM Post #7275873
|
new thread to put up your photos!!!!!
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1056190/ |
