Wahoo! I was nominated for the Liebster Blog award!

Today I was checking my blog to see if I had any new comments 

and low and behold Cyndie from Artful Haven nominated me 

for the Liebster Blog award!  

THANK-YOU Cyndie!!

Originally I created this blog so our family in Oregon and 

other out-reaching states could check in and see what we 

were up too.  I never imagined anyone else would be 

peeking in orhanding out an award!  

I have to say, Cyndie, you  have made my day!

I've been enjoying Cyndie's blog for several months

Be sure to take a peek --- http://artfulhaven.blogspot.com/

From what I understand, this award is intended to encourage 

and showcase bloggers with less than 200 followers.

Here are suggestions that come with the Liebster Blot award:

*Thank the blogger who presented your award on your blog, 

and link back to them.

*Show the Liebster Blog badge on your blog 

(copy and paste from the presenter's blog).

*Present the Liebster Blog award to 5 blogs that have less 

than 200 followers.

*Let them know they have been chosen 

by leaving a comment on their blog.

*Here are the ladies I have nominated*

Connie - http://connietumm1.typepad.com/blog/ 

I have admired the creative work Connie has showcased on her

 blog for over a year.  She has been a leader in her framed collage

 art.  Many a stamper has been inspired by her pieces and when

 ever I see her name on entries, I take the time to look and learn!

Laura - http://creativitywithstamps.typepad.com/my_weblog/ 

Laura is another stamper that I have admired.  She has wonderful 

cards and ideas posted on her blog.  She is always an inspiration to

 me.  I can get my creative juices flowing when I see what she has 

been up too!

Kara - http://kandrdesigns.blogspot.com/ 

This is one lady that I check almost every day! If you take a look 

at her blog, you will see she is one stamping artist!  I love her new

 ideas and color combinations.  Her work always pleases the eye!

Jen - http://ladybugstamper-jen.blogspot.com/ 

Jen is a Stampin' Up demonstrator that I love.  When I view at 

her work the first thing that pops into my head is, 

"Someone is going to really love opening their mail box today!"

Her use of color and textures is always a winner!

Kay - http://www.stampingtoshare.com/ 

I recently discovered Kay's blog and I love it! 

Her creative work is classy!  When you visit her blog, you will

 know what I mean.  Beautiful composition, lovely colors, textures... 

"practically perfect in every way".  

Her site is another place I go to for inspiration.

For those ladies I have nominated, know that you don't have 

to tag anyone if you choose not too.  Enjoy the nomination 

and hopefully more folks will be visiting your

blog in the future!  

Looking for some great crafty ideas?

This is the greatest blog for finding some wonderful

crafty ideas for any time of the year!

Check it out!

http://www.everythingetsy.com/

A no sew tutu for Alissa

For Alissa's birthday this year, I wanted to make her a tutu. I had 

seen them in craft shows for $25.00 and I knew I could make one 

for less.  So I did what any woman of the 2000's would do..

I YouTubed it and found a video that explained how to make one!

The cost for this tutu was a little over $5.00!!  I had so much fun

making it that I want to make more.

Sara took these shots - because I forgot to take pictures 

while she was here...sigh...what kind of Granny am I??

 This shot shows her wings.  Got them from the Fairy Lady 

at our local Olathe Sweet Corn Festival last August.

 I hope she will have hours of fun pretending she is 

a princess or a Tinker Bell!

Here is the YouTube video that I got all my information from

- Quinn turns 2 -

Our grandson Quinn turns 2 today!

How blessed we are to have this little boy

join our family.  He had such a hard time getting

here but how thankful we are that this 

bundle of fun is with us!

Happy Birthday to the Quinnster! 

Ugly fabric challenge 2012

The Ugly Fabric Challenge for 2012 was held
at our local quilter's guild this month.
Here is what I made and this sweet lady
submitted the ugly fabric that I incorporated
into this apron! 
(It was the floral pattern on the top triangle)

I had so much fun making this apron..
I plan to make more :)
No ugly fabric...only cute!


And this is what I received!
I submitted the lime green fabric with yellow circles.
I absolutely LOVE this bag!

It has so many pockets. Won't it be great for traveling
or for transporting fabric and tools to and from quilting 
classes?   There were so many wonderful quilts and 
other objects made.  The whole evening was fun!

Smile for the camera!

Addie sent me this photo of Quinn this week.  It was so funny I had to
call her to find out what was going on when the picture was taken.
Trevor told this lil' guy to smile and this was the out come!!