My Quaker Exchange

I tried something new this time. I made my first biscornu. It is call My Quaker Garden. It is a Carolina House Design. I used antique buttons on itI thoroughly enjoyed working on it and I liked it because it has to be perfectly stitched. There can be no bobbles. I filled it with fiberfill but I am going to make one and fill it with crushed walnut shells. I just want to try something new.

Life is wild at school. We are in the midst of preparing for our spring musical. We are doing another Psalty, "Heart to Change The World". It is the best one ever and the cast is just remarkable. They are doing a fantastic job and the music is very difficult. I am so proud of them.

Saturday I took 7 children to Circle The State With Song. They learn their part and then they meet with several school which includes about 150 children. They rehearse all day with a guest conductor and then present a concert that afternoon for their parents and friends. They did a fabulous job. They make my heart sing.

Enjoy your week as we prepare for Easter and celebrate "Our Risen Lord"

My Exchange Made It and I'm Back from Rome

Suzanne emailed me and said she had received my HoE Reindeer. I was concerned that she might be in the flooded area but she is safe. My pictures aren't the best. I used a pattern from Daffycat. Instead of making french knots I used beads. I stitched my piece on opalescent fabric which gives it a little sparkle. I want to make some for me and my family.

I had a great time in Rome and here are two pictures from many.

This is a picture of the Colosseum and the hallway leading to the Sistine Chapel.It was a trip of a lifetime. Now we will take 41 parents and middle schoolers to England this summer, with 2 days in Paris. It should be a great trip with lots of learning. I have Honor Choir to rehearse tomorrow so I need to get my rest. Things will be busy busy to the end of school. Until next time, peace and blessings.

HoE Received From Ellen S.

I received this darling Reindeer Ornament in the mail today. What a pleasant surprise. He is a Pine Mountain Design and he has the cutest little red button for his nose. It is a cute finish.

Today three of my grandchildren went to school with me because their grandmother is very ill in the hospital and their Mom is staying with her and their Dad works on the weekends. We had a foot of snow and that tends to drive all of us bonkers. We did build a snowman and had lots of fun but they were ready to come in change into warm pj's that Granddad had just taken out of the dryer and have some "tickle tea". We played games, watched videos and Nana was busy making them blankets. They loved our school and wanted to go back tomorrow but they needed to go home and go to their school. Our children at All Saints were so good to them and made them feel welcome. But we are all tired tonight. :)

Thank you for stopping by. Need to get ready to watch Harry's Law. It is a new favorite of ours.

It Is On Its Way and Look at My Pretty Valentine

This is my seasonal exchange piece that was mailed yesterday.It should take it about a week to get there if it doesn't get caught in another snow storm which delayed my mailing it on time. I used a Sampler Girl pattern that I felt was appropriate for this kind of weather we have been having. I added a little heart shaped button to give it a Valentine flavor also. I used DMC 355 which I love the color. I don't know what fabric I used as it was in my stash. I added three different colors of beads to put a finish on the edge. I filled it with my crushed walnut shells which I really like to use. I hope it finds a happy home soon.

Our postal person brought me this darling Valentine from Diane of Indiana. I do not have a black finish and it looks perfect among my Valentine decorations. I love the colors she used and I will enjoy this for many years to come.

We have school tomorrow and that is good since we only had one day last week. We are due some more snow so we need to go while we can. We Okies are not used to this much at one time. :)

Now I need to finish my HoE reindeer. I will leave for Rome on the 17th of Feb., so I am getting nervous and excited. I am preparing to be a tour leader on our school trip this summer to England. I will try to post once a week even if it is just chit-chatting. I usually don't go this long and I want you to read my blog. So please come visit and leave a comment or two. The word of the week is Brrrrrrrrr.............

Look What The Postal Person Brought!!!!

Michele had written to me and said she had sent my exchange to be finished by her friend, Karen of Finely Finished. The stitching and finish are just perfect. I did this for an exchange last year and now I have it for me. It is the November Stamp by LK. I do not have a flat fold so I was really excited to get this cute little turkey. Thank you so much for this special exchange.

We just got back from our trip to Spokane. The workshops were great and I learned so much to bring back to my students at All Saints. The trees were beautiful and there were wonderful walking trails right by our hotel. We put in a few miles. :) Now I am starting on projects for our family. Never a dull moment at our house. The 3 babies were glad to get home and be with their Mommy and Daddy. We missed them and we put in a few calls to check on them.

A New Goodie

Waiting for me today was this darling pin keep, and needle holder from Sheril. The colors are beautiful and I truly appreciate her time and effort. I am going to take it on my trip to Spokane. It is perfect for me to use. I need to go fix our dinner and get packed. DH swept and mopped today. He is really a keeper.

Mass was so good today with all of the children doing something extra. We celebrated All Saints Day because our school is All Saints. Bishop Slattery along with Father Dodd presided at Mass, with the 8th grade leading. We had a cello solo and the Honor Choir sang special music during Communion. I had no voice so I was thankful for all of our children.

Until next week, peace and blessings.

Today When I Got Home

There was a darling Autumn Exchange waiting for me from Alison. I love it. It is a small pillow that is an adaptation of a JBW Autumn design stitched with Anchor Threads on even weave.

We had a wonderful time at our friend's little shop called Mimi's. It is delightful and I came home with some goodies for me and for my family. We visited, drank coffee, and talked non-stop. We laughed a lot and that is so good for all of us. Dear Becky drove and I appreciated it so much. I commute 2 hours each day to my work so I don't like to drive on the weekend.

Now to pack for my trip to Spokane. Thanks for stopping by. Blessings and peace to all.