a purse? Inquiring minds want to know.

Just started on a new quilt ,lots of flowers to do on it. It is for a momma of a friend of my son.

Planning a set of kitchen tea-towels for my daughter who has just moved into a new home. She decorates her kitchen with vegetables and I have digitized my first pieces for use on these towels. Can't share the digitizing because I'm not certain of the origin of the art work . . . and since it won't go public I've taken an artist's prerogative (meaning I swiped it??????)

I have to make another "Winnie the Pooh" quilt. My niece is expecting again. This time it's a girl, and she's due on her brothers 1st birthday. Too close for me. Anyway, she has requested a quilt to match Kofi's. I'll change the framing colors, and design color, otherwise they'll be just alike. With my work schedule, the 8 Grands and 8 puppies right now, I think I'd better start ASAP!

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by shirlener88 13 Jul 2009

TY!

well shirlene, knowing me if you do, I want to do a large quilt for myself, I purchased Baltimore applique designs from Lyn Kenny at Kenny Kreations here in Australia. So now all I need to do is pick base fabric and get a start on it. Had always wanted to make one by hand but machine applique will definiately see me finish it much sooner. I would also like to get in and finish lots of UHO's I have....some really nice ones I've started and some are even gifts. I am glad my friends know me well and are prepared to wait for them....Hugs Kerry

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by shirlener88 13 Jul 2009

Kerry, we will just have to wait until you get to your UFO's and to that lovely new Baltimore applique quilt - but we sure would like to view them soon. Hehehe! *4U

I'm working on a few appliqued tee's and some kids sweatshirts....inbetween wrapping 480 bars of soap, trying to ebay 3 bins of my clothing...and keeping my farmers market table stocked...lotion, candles...etc...etc. Summer rentals start at the condos that we clean. A two-day craft show over the 4th to plan out and stock. At least I have all my flowers in...well, almost! It seems like everything I do right now turns into a "BIG" project!

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Kim, you are a busy lady - can't wait to view some of this projects - you always have a great presentation, too. *4U

wow!! you cuties are all so busy!!
I have been pretty crazy busy too!!
my most important project right now is finishing up a last minute grad dress to be done by tuesday.. so i will hopefully finish that tomollo!!
I am also doing a farmers market 2 days a week and it is going really good... better than i would have thought.. so I am now having to replace stock.. i have done 60 bonnets so far and have about 75 more to go!! also I have about 25 tags blankies cut out and ready to embroider!!
i need to make about 8 more summer dresses!! I am also doing some winchimes and teacup and ring pincushions!!
I am awaiting my new tulle and ribbons so I can make tutu bow holders!!
I am going to be making dolly blankets and accessories for a 2nd birthday gift on june 28th!! and i need to figure something for my nephews 1st birthday july11th!!
just when i think i'm caught up.. theres something new that needs to be done!! LOL
i have been going almost nonstop since about october!!
there are lots of other little things too.. but i just cant think of them all right now!!
What are you working on??

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by castelyn 19 Jun 2009

Lovely to see what eveyone is busy with - good luck on the farmers market. I know how you feel, thinking you have caught up and it just goes on, but I am loving it - hugs and *4u from Yvonne

by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Stacey, you are a very busy lady - seems like you have done a good thing - by being involved in your famer's market - if you have to conitinue to re-stock - that is always a sign of it being good - that is wonderful - hope we can see the it new things that you haven't shared in the past in projects. As for me - the run of the mill - things to keep me busy - nothing big - that is why I asked the question - to figure out - what I could/should be doing - hehehe! *4U

by superfroggirl 19 Jun 2009

lol!! yes i am planning on posting some in projects.. but i just havent had the time yet.... I have a 3.5 year old that loves the outdoors.. a almosy 2year old puppy and we just got a new puppy she is now 10weeks old!! and I have been babysitting my 12week old nephew 2 times a week!! but if anyone would like to check out what i have been working on.. they can look at www.superfroggirl.com or take a peek at facebook super frog girl designs. but if you can wait I hope to update in a few weeks!!
I hope you find some inspiration!!! **

Have some quilt squares I want to do for Project Linus and myself but has to wait until after Vacation Bible school and a 3 week vacation.

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Carolyn, we do hope that you share those squares with us - in projects - when you get to them - *4U

Hi Shirlene, I am still doing the guest house things, must be completed by the end of the month, I had to go and buy more things which I must put the logo onto and I have a box of the bottles waiting for covers and 8 more laundry bags, only 2 more bath-gowns for logo's.
Besides this project I'd love to do some Cute designs still and I have some birthdays coming up.
I have also just digitised 2 more logo's for orders - 1 is for a soccer club and the other is for a company to put logo's on ietms for gifts for there customer.
And I still have to do about 25 bookmarks - put this on hold for the mean time as it is only for Christmas
And a friend of mine wants me to do a few things for her 1st Great Grand Child - due in October.
I also have another family member getting married in November - And have been asked to do some things.
Well that is all I can think of now , without looking in my Dairy !!!!!!!!!!- Hugs Yvonne

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by castelyn 18 Jun 2009

I have just read about the other Cuties projects, and given them all a * and a * for you.
I'm off to bed now its 11.45 here.
Tomorrow I must be at my Daughters place by 8.30 to look after GD as she is going into the office for a meeting - although she is still on Maternity leave.
So I will have to catch up with my sewing when I get home tomorrow late afternoon.

by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Yvonne, how on earth do you manage - you have so many orders - how do you get them? Plus you have so many other things - that most of us - have as well - but you still get the big project done? I look forward to see you new projects and please know - I give out a * to each and everyone that makes a comment - whenever I am into that section - whether it is one that I asked or posted - if I get into it to make a comment - I give them all a *2. *4U

by castelyn 19 Jun 2009

Shirlene, it started as a hobby, I made gifts for friends and family members and they started giving me orders.My daughter and husband also give me orders for work colleges. I do there logo's for both firms. I get the orders "word of mouth" mostly, but I do leave my cards at a shop close by and they give them out if there customers are looking for someone to do embroidery. It does get a bit boring doing the same thing over and over, but I do other things while the machine is stitching. Just have to do alot of planning and time management. Hugs Yvonne

dear Shirlene My next great project is to do for ith cloth will be about 100x75cm, that is 25x20"
I do not know if I will wtite the name of the breed of each dog. Anyway, I know that it will be a long work to do, and I must begin soon

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Claude, this sounds alot like the one of the cats that you did before - I do hope that you find the exact dogs that you want soon - so you can start - I don't know much about placing that many hoopings onto a large piece - but perhaps there are others that might come along that will share with you. *4U

My next project is to finish up all the ones I have started before my machine had to go to the shop which consists of a gradution gift, wedding gift, and three baby gifts...and shirts with the logo that ricky digitized for me...

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Kathy, I do hope that you get your BABY back soon and you can do you UFO's - we will wait to view them - so take pictures and post them in projects. *4U

Hi Shirlene, now I seem to be getting back to normal, if there is such a thing, have bought my batting and cotton and hope to start on a quilt for my bed...not sure what pattern yet but at least it is a start...also been thinking of some hardangar patterns on square dance outfit...although with the nice summer weather we are having I may opt to be outside...anyway that's my plan ... hugs G x0x0x0x

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Glenda, glad things are getting back to normal for you, dear. How do you go about deciding what sort of pattern you want for a quilt? Can't wait to see those aquare dance outfit's, too. Enjoy the weather while you can. *4U

I will be finishing up burp cloths for our new grandchild (to arrive about Sept 23)and then will continue to restock the fsl angel wings and fsl teal ribbons for the Lily of the Valley Ovarian Cancer group. I am one of the Volunteers we are called "Day Lilies" - we come for whatever event or project happens for a day (one of my friends who is still going thru therapy started the group).
I do a white fuzzy fleece hat with either lilies on it or a teal ribbon wreath design around the top...each one is different.

When I get bored with that there are always little projects friends ask me to do..monogram towel, t-shirt/blouse things ..the list goes on....on Monday my daughter picked up the knit tops I embroidered for her. Right now it will be soo-o-ooo hot outside for the next few days (heat index of over 105) that I will probably spend more time stitchin' to keep cool! Alabama summers can be brutal.

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

You have been busy it seems and for a great cause, too. It is very interesting to find out all that everyone does - besides just stitching - thanks - *4U

I have a huge collection of jacobean designs and have saved them in a seperate file I want to do a project using them all on one item all sitting tight together if it be flower or bird or whatever it maybe

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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Brenda that sounds like a very unique project - we hope to view it soon - *4U

where do I begin...oh yeah I have a cute project going..that's right and a baby blanket, a baby quilt, a baby floor matt... my mothers quilt blocks, and finally My mother-in-laws family tree table cloth needs more names added....This may be my main concern right this minute...

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Oh my goodness Dee, you are a very busy lady - do you think you even have time to think? I don't - please post as you get them finished - we would love to see them. *4U

Well, I have a few things on the go at the moment, get side tracked easily, in the middle of a bag for a friends birthday, maybe some more cutwork, done my project for next month,and a few others waiting to get a start on, until I see something different and then will have to have ago at that...lol

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Sheryl, I see what you mean - if something new comes into your life - you may have to put something else aside to get to it first - lol *4U

I'm busy with a "3D Amazing Quilt" - Class I am doing with 3 other Quilting friends that we go thru to every 2/3 weeks on a Sat pm at a Quilt Shop in Jhb! I am usually exhausted the whole day as we leave in the am and only get home after 6pm! Take turns to drive thru etc!

Enjoying it and learning quite a few new techniques but some are 'trying' as I DON'T do handsewing and there is some although my teacher has allowed me to adapt a lot to machine sewing! HOORAY! I need to buy her an ENORMOUS pressie!

It is all on a BLACK background and it has vibrant colours as the teacher chooses the colours for us! Love it! Really something different as it is all her own designs!

I need to buy a wig as I don't have much hair left - really have been pulling my hair out at times - I love to work together and not alone when doing our homework - so that part I hate! So only get to see my friends one afternoon a week at our local Quilting Grp!

Enough... All in all I love it! :-)
~S~

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Sandie, you have taken on a big job - I would love to have a class and other to join go with, I miss that the most since my move here. Good luck and hope you share a picture in projects, soon. *4U

i have to make 8 babybibs and a bathtowel for a newborn baby,a bathtowel for somewhone who is going to be graduate,a pillow for my daughter ,thats what i will make this coming weekend,gr connie

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Connie, you make more babybibs and bathtowels than any one person in the CUTE family - enjoy. *4U

I am almost finished one rag quilt for my grandaughter and about to start cutting another one for my grandson. Next week is another grandsons first birthday so will have to be making something for that. And my project for next months meeting with the Qld Aussie Cute's. Dont ask me any questions on that one it's a secret until we post the pictures. I will be posting my grandaughters rag quilt as soon as it is finished, just a little clipping to do tonight. It will be my first rag quilt. So Shirlene you really didn't say what your plans are. I'm sure you will be flat out with all new ideas from all these projects. They just inspire you to want to get right into it, there are so many tanented people out there and its a pleasure to see all the projects that are posted. Happy embroidering. Sandra H.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Sandra, I look forward to viewing your rag quilts - that is the kind that I have made in the past, too. Also want to see what you do for the 1 year birthday for the GS. I have a couple things in mind - but haven't made any definate plans to think of - but getting some idea's here - for sure. *4U

trying to finish up the duch girl quilt so my MNL can see it before it is quilted, finish up 4 baby blankets, a king size turning 20 I started back in January and take the stiches out of the harley quilt. Canning season is coming on, so I will be busy with it most of the summer. I've already put up two batches of strawberry jam and two of blackberry jam. Bread and butter pickes are next.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Melani, you are ever so busy - can't wait to see some of these quilts or parts of them - plus you have your cannning season coming on - wished I was with you to re-learn how to do that - it has been too long for my mind to remember. *4U

by cracker 18 Jun 2009

Come on over... sunup to sun down when it all starts coming on good.
I had to ask mom, grandma and my MNL when I got back in to it years ago. Now it is more of a business than enjoyment. Standng orders each year and the customers just grow. I have one recipe that has been handed down to daughter in laws each generation for 7 generations. No daughters or daughters that wanted to can.

by shirlener88 19 Jun 2009

Oh my - you must share your recipe with us - I have one that was handed down for butter pickles. But I this is the first year that I could use it and the cukes aren't in season, yet.

I'm working on some Towels and Handkerchiefs for a girl I work with, to give as gifts to her church clergy.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Colleen, I can't wait to view those - please take pictures and post them in projects. You are a dear one to do that for another's gifts. *4U

I started my next big project today. But it has nothing to do with sewing. I started painting my Mother's bedroom today. So no sewing until it gets done. I do have to do 2 small quilts by Saturday. Nothing hard, it's for the kids, so it's rather easy to do. I will embroider their names on the front of them. I'm doing them in glo in the dark thread. They love it. Of course, have several sun dresses to do for the girls. I just finished one a piece for them and one a piece night gowns. No embroidery on them, they would not wait on that.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Libbie, that paint job is very important - each of those quilts, too - I just bet the girls can't wait for your sun dresses and night gowns - hope we get to see pictures in projects. *4U

I'm going to make a "Walker Caddy" fot the walker that I'll have to use for six weeks after my knee surgery. I had my stress tests this week and if I get clearance for surgery I'll have my bum right knee replaced on June 29.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Eugenia, that 'Walker Caddy' will come in handy - while you are recovering form your knee surgery - I will be praying for a speedy recovery for you - during the surgery and there after. We hope to view pictures of your project, too. *4U

Where do I start? hahaha. Chadd wants a new "heavy" robe with his GgtSgt patch on it. Have it digitized but can't find "heavy" robe material. He is very cold natured. Any suggestions? Towel set for my Aunt's birthday, embroider on a pair of jeans I have taken the seams out of. Christmas stocking for my new granddaugher. Last but a need to do, finish sewing up my embroidery samples into the quilt I am making as I do by test samples. I'm using the Kay Cotten Theory of quilting so its a work in progress but I am many I need to add and will have a quilt when I get it the size I want. Thats off the top of my head. I really need to write down what all I need to get done. :)

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Deb, you are every busy - as for the heavy robe material - how about fleece? I love the feel of that, for me. All these other projects I hope you get pictures of and share them with us in projects. And a list does help - and you can check them off and get a since of accomplishment in doing that as well. *4U

Hello friend, I am just working so busy but am trying to get 4 matching t-shirts done for a hubby and friends when they go to jitterbug ralley in Niagara Falls Friday. It has a volkswagan beelte car on it that says We bug everyone! Will try to post a pick of course I put bling on mine metalic thread and some zarcoski crystals.

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Oh Lisa, those sound like fun and I am sure will be noticed big time - can't wait to view them in projects - have fun at the ralley, too. *4U

I am making aprons for our church. I plan on doing about 50 or so this summer before I go back to teaching the end of Aug. I also am making T-Shirts for my youngest son and his buddies. They graduated this spring from University of Minnesota Duluth. They love to play Texas hold-em and other Poker games. So these t-shirts will have cards and chips etc. on them. I have played with these guys and I loose right away. I don't have a poker face I guess. I am better at Go Fish and Old Maid. The Nice thing about these guys playing together is that they don't play for money just for fun.

That will keep me busy. Cindy

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by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Cindy, my on my - 50 aprons - that is a big project and those t-shirts for the poker players sound like a work of love - please share pictures in projects for us to view and get more idea's for our own projects, too. *4U

Oh shirlene, You would ask that, I have to make Caleb a word book, towels r waiting on me, about 6 sets of placemats & napkins (* placemats to a set) r waiting on me, pillow cases waiting on me, cushion, seat & back for Caleb,s new rocking chair waiting on me, I could keep going for quite a while, all of this is literally stacked up n back of me as I sit here typing. U just wouldn't believe. Now also, a new Great grand Baby will b coming along n dec, along with all the christmas gifts I need to b working on. LOL oh well, I think I'll take a vacation.

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by read180 17 Jun 2009

Sounds like you need a vacation. But what would you do! Probably do like I do and take projects with you. Good luck on all your projects!

by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Lillian, you always have so many projects planned out - I can't think that far ahead - the piles would scare me to death. Hehehe! Good luck dear and take lots of pictures for us to see them all, too. *4U

Hey Shirlene, wrapping up a bunch of small cosmetic bags as gifts for my son's teachers....

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by read180 17 Jun 2009

such nice gifts for a teacher. I usually get candy from my students.
Cindy

by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Claudia, you are very generous - did you get pictures of those to share with us in projects, I hope so - *4U

My next project would be.... No nothing still waiting for my machine to come home :(

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by dailylaundry 17 Jun 2009

Oh, my, this is a very sad story!!! You need a flower!*

by read180 17 Jun 2009

Hope it gets home soon *4U

by shirlener88 18 Jun 2009

Pauline, I know how hard it is to be without a machine - I went without one for a year and a half - so plan for projects - look through your files and organize them - organize your embroidery room and supplies - your time will go much fast - do some jewels on some of your already made projects to 'Bling' them up and come here often for more idea's. *4U

by camylow 18 Jun 2009

I will give you a flower also

staying sane until my baby returns, then finishing childrens quilts, I have 7 little grand daughters waiting, waiting, waiting and a new grand niece. the first one is almost done but will go to my grand niece in Canberra. Knitting is getting done but hurts my fingers so have to go slow...

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

moyed, you have lots to do - hope you fingers hold up - please share pictures in the project area - when you complete them - *4U Enjoy those babies.

I have 7 bibs already embroidered now have to make binding for all. just stitched up and embroidered a halter shirt for my niece last night. have 8 burpies to do 2 boppy covers, working on a jean quilt, recieving blankets,hooded towels, then on to quilts for all my 3 GK's. I have a new GD due in Aug so have to have everything done before then keeping my fingers crossed that I make it lOL

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Michele, I will keep my fingers crossed for you as well - hoping we get to view pictures of all these projects, too. *4U

Shirlene, what a great question! I am finishing up my two last Jacobean dishtowels for the June challenge here...an apron for a friend...towels for my son, who is in the Navy...I have rainbow colored placemats and napkins just itching to get under the needle and my daughter handed me 6 nylon totes that need initials embroidered. And, a quilt block that needs to be done...I've probably forgotten something...but, it'll dawn on me later! What about you? You've been very very busy already with the lovely CuteEmbroidery Lace!!!!* :o)

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Laura, you are busy - you will have to share pictures of all these projects with us, too. As for me - I don't have anything planned as of today. *4U

by dailylaundry 17 Jun 2009

I promise I will post pictures in the Projects area (even if they turn out ugly) - LOL*

by read180 17 Jun 2009

Sounds like you have lots of projects.
Hope to see pics

by dailylaundry 17 Jun 2009

Now you are the busy one with 50 aprons plus t-shirts and such!!! Can't wait to see your pictures!!!

I am working on my soft sculpture dolls for craft shows coming up need to have at least 100 finished. I am currently working on a new size with a little outfit. I will post a picture even though there is no embroidery on this one. THANKS FOR ASKING LOL

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Louise, thank you for saying you will post a picture in projects - how much do you sell your sculptured dolls for? Can't wait to view them - when is your craft show? *4U

by louise2333 17 Jun 2009

Shirlene, I sell my dolls for 20.00 and up, it depends on size clothes hair etc.
I have 4 shows starting the end of August.

Thank you for asking.

by read180 17 Jun 2009

I would love to see a picture of your dolls. Where are your craft shows?
Cindy

by louise2333 18 Jun 2009

You can check out a couple of the more basic dolls at www.fuzzb.com/weeziesbabies

by louise2333 18 Jun 2009

http://fuzzb.com/shop.php?name=We...;s-Babies-and-More&username=Louise2333@hotmailcom&user_id=101340 try this one the other doesn't work sorry

by louise2333 18 Jun 2009

darn those won't work either.....
if you just type in fuzzb.com/weeziesbabies without the www it will take you to my profile page then you can go to my store. sorry for the confusion they have changed the site again.

I have to do 35 traffic safety vests with company logo and their name on. (thirty-five different first names).

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Oh Lynn, you have a BIG project - good luck!

It's ME, ME, ME and more ME. If I can only get ME out of the way I could move on...LOL I am LQQKing at a pattern I need to cut out ;D *2U

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Monica, get you out of the way and get that pattern cut out - we want to see it in the final project, soon. *4U

by mad14kt 17 Jun 2009

Thanks...I know ;D

where do I begin? LOL bridesmaid totes (6), flower girl basket, rehearsal dress, flower girl dress, and ... tada! ... THE wedding dress!! and all by mid-September! YIKES! oh, and did I mention? The bride is in Portland and I'm in Kansas City? FUN!

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

ashta, you will be busy - are all the wedding party in Portland or just the Bride?

by ashta 17 Jun 2009

They are scattered between Portland, San Diego, Kansas City and Canada. The US Postal Service should be making a profit from all of the packages being sent back and forth :) The bride is buying the fabric in Portland as they have the wonderful Fabric Depot there.

by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

WOW, what a project - I wish you luck and sainity.

I got 4D Pro software, so I've got to learn how to use it. I'm going to start with the cross-stitch. I can't wait to learn it. I'm also finishing 2 quilts--I started one of them last year before I got my embroidery unit and the whole thing is appliqued with the blanket stitch. It is going to be cute! Maybe I'll be able to post this weekend. I also found a cute polka dot bib that I'm going to put the cute parrot design on. Boy--lots of stuff on the back burner too!

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Oh Daisy, can't wait to view it all. *4U

Some t-shirts for my son in law for his business.

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Kathy, that sounds like you will be very busy. *4U

my actual project : a gift for the teacher of my son :o) you can see this project special and unique in a short time in "Projects" hee hee

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Sylvie, we will be LQQKing for it, *4U

hehe, my next project: to get my arm fixed. hope you all can make lovely projects,I wait and see!

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by shirlener88 17 Jun 2009

Gerry, we want your arm fixed, too - we will LQQK for a project, once it it. *4U