Modern Strip Block # 10 block of 12
29 Mar 2012 2 Comments
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Good morning everyone! Hope your day is off to a good start. I finally completed block # 10 last night and I like how it turned out. This particular block is called “Modern strip block” with a 4.5″ square applique. The applique is sewn on with a Zig Zag stitch. I have never applied an applique to a quilt block before so, I’m thinking next time I will use Fusible Web which keeps the fabric from fraying on the edges. Also, the stiffness that the Fusible Web adds to the fabric helps stabilize the applique. However, if you wish you can still just do a zig zag stitch.
Two more quilt blocks and then it will be time to put the whole quilt together. You still have time to join in on the quilt along with us. Hop on over to Crafty Gemini to get started. For every 12 blocks there is a tutorial explaining how to put the blocks together and is easy to follow along. Would love to hear from my followers so be sure to leave a comment. I enjoy reading them! Happy Quilting until next time! Sharon
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X- Block- Block # 9 of 12
27 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
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Well, hello there my favorite peeps! I am still working on my blocks for the quilt along over at Crafty Gemini and almost done with the blocks. Block # 9 is called the X- block and is very easy to make. Here is the link to show you how to make the block. Sew, get out those sewing machines and join us in the quilt along! All of the blocks have a video and explain how to make the blocks. I will be posting block #10 next so be watching!
Happy Quilting,
Sharon
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Autograph/ Signature Quilt Block#8
01 Mar 2012 1 Comment
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So, how is my favorite peeps doing? I finally got block #8 completed and 4 more to go. Then the fun will begin putting the quilt together. Don’t forget you can join us at the quilt along over at Crafty Gemini. I am currently working on a new project so stayed tuned! See ya soon.
Happy Quilting
Sharon
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Valentine’s Day
14 Feb 2012 Leave a Comment
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Happy Valentine’s to my favorite peeps! Just look at all the sweets but, don’t worry, I am going to share them with you. So follow me.
Stopped over to visit Jodi with Pleasant home and found these cute Valentine Lollipops. These were left over Candy Canes. 
Oh and look at these cute cookies that resemble a stamp! You will find them over at bake 350.
I just love chocolate; what about you? I think they taste so good and the cupcake taste so moist! So go ahead and take another one, I won’t tell. It’s our secret, ok!Yum Yum!
Then, I found this box of chocolates and, like they say, “you never know what your going to get.”
I am on overload with sugar and I am sure you are too!
Last but not least, I enjoy getting roses from my wonderful husband that I met 21 years ago. He is my soul mate and my best friend and my everything!
Happy Valentine’s Day honey!
Oh, one more thing that I left out. Can you guess what that might be? I found this vintage Valentine card and they are so cute!
I hope that everyone one has a wonderful Valentine’s Day!
Block # 7 Half Square Triangles
13 Feb 2012 1 Comment
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I love this block! There are so many ways to place the HST’s to make a pattern. I finally decided on the pattern called “Hour Glass” and I like the way it turned out. It’s not perfect but, I like it. Five more blocks to make and then I will be able to put the quilt together. “Can’t wait”.
Some of you may not know but, I am involved in a quilt along over at Crafty Gemini and having a lot of fun. Vanessa has great tutorials and are very easy to understand. It’s not to late to jump in and join us even if you are a beginner to quilting!
Happy Quilting!
Your friend,
Sharon
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Pillowcases (ConKerr Cancer Tampa Bay)
02 Feb 2012 1 Comment
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Happy Thursday morning everyone! So, how is your morning going so far? I am going to sew more pillowcases today. Last month I did not get all the pillowcases done that I wanted to. So the goal this month is to sew one pillowcase a day which will give a total of 31 plus what I completed last month.
We are always looking for individuals to make pillowcases or donating Items such as fabric 100% cotton only, quart size Zip Lock bags, vinegar to wash the pillowcases. If anyone is interested just let me know and I will help you. Here is the link ConKerr Cancer. See ya next time my favorite peeps!
Happy sewing!
Your friend,
Sharon
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Texas Hash
31 Jan 2012 1 Comment
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Are you wondering what you will cook for dinner this evening? The recipe I am sharing with you today is a recipe that has been in the family a long time. It’s called” Texas Hash” and my is it good and very easy to make! So grab your aprons ladies, and come to my kitchen, and we will cook up the dish! Here we go!
Ingredients:
2 onions chopped
1 cup celery
3 Tsp oil
1 lb. ground steak
2 cups tomatoes with juice
1 cup uncooked spaghetti
1 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. salt & 1/2 tsp. pepper
In a large pot, combine onions, celery in the oil. Add meat and cook until the redness is gone. Add tomatoes, spaghetti and seasoning and mix.
Transfer mixture to a oiled casserole dish. Cover and bake at 350 for about 45 minutes. You can add a salad if you wish.
See ya next time,
Sharon
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Patience Corners Block
27 Jan 2012 Leave a Comment
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Well It’s Friday and so glad! Finally finished block # 6 and half way there now. Can’t wait to see what the quilt will look like once the blocks are finished. Again, I came across some fabric that just did not want to cooperate. Will be extra careful next time!!! Everyone have a great weekend and I’ll see ya next week.
Block #6 of 12
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Pillowcases
20 Jan 2012 1 Comment
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Good morning everyone and It’s Friday!!!!!! This week I had a chance to get some pillowcases done for the terminally Ill children in the Tampa Bay area. If anyone is interested making the pillowcases here is the name of the website “ConKerr Cancer”.
Have a great weekend and I’ll see ya soon!
Sharon
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Hole in the Barn Door (Quilt Block # 5)
17 Jan 2012 1 Comment
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Hole in the Barn Door Block # 5
Here is block # 5 that I just completed from the quilt along over at Crafty Gemini. If you have never done a quilt along before I recommend that you try it. There are 7 more blocks to complete and then I will be able to put the quilt together. When the next block is announced , I will share it with you along with the tutorial. So stay tuned! Have a great Tuesday and I will see ya’ll later!
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