Another month ...

 It seems that time is getting misplaced around here. My intentions to do this and that get lost. Since our last visit, I have been having physical therapy for my right knee. I had a fall and landed right smack dab on the knee. I am almost finished with PT and it has helped, but, with the arthritis it is not going to get much better. The goal for 2025 is not falls. This last one was because I tripped over the vacuum cord. My carelessness. anyway, if you really know me, I keep busy. One of my favorite designers is Ann Wood. I buy her patterns and enjoy the free ones. Recently she began a "circus" set and now finally for sale. You know I had to make the elephant...

Love, love it. She will release the others; a monkey a lion and a cat periodically. Oh sign me up! I added a pipe cleaner to the trunk so I could bend it up. Maybe another Elephant will appear.

My felt Christmas tree is "redecorated" for the holiday. It is a tree that is always in my room and holds many handmade items.  I made the tree some years ago from a pattern by Donna Bayless. Another wonderful designer.

This year, I added decorations on top of my curio. I will add pictures of our tree and mantel and kitchen tree soon.   Our shopping is really complete and I have just 3 packages to mail this week.

I know you are all busy with holiday preparations, but remember to take moments for yourself. So glad you stopped by today. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

Beginning to look like Christmas....

 First I want to thank all of you that sent special thoughts to my great-nephew, Antonio. He is out of hospital and holding his own. Still has a way to go, but keeping good thoughts that he will continue to improve.

Every year I try to make a new ornament... for me and to give away. This year it is a star.... a take-off of Ann Wood's Jingle Star. I have added a tag that has room for a name and says, "My star in heaven"...that is the mine for my tree in the center. There is one with a name already on it that will be traveling to... my aunt Rose Marie for uncle Tony. That leaves 2 that will need a home. I have also started another quilt.... one that will be sewn by hand whenever I pick it up...

Squares and rectangles. I am using whatever scrap fabrics from my bin...no selecting just using. Same will be for when i start sewing them together.  that will be as soon as I decide on the layout.

Our sweet Murphy...2 weeks ago at 5am I noticed that his eyes were completely clouded over! He was not having trouble maneuvering around inside or outside. Did not seem to be hurting. I called the vet and Lisa and I took him in. Blood work drawn.... eyes examined. She ruled out glaucoma...a relief. Medication for his eyes and then wait for results. Valley Fever ruled out and the conclusion is that he has high cholesterol. Do not bother to ask how...the answer is that it is my fault. I give him almost everything. Now he is on a diet...prescribed kibble. No more home cooked food. He still gets veggies. Now, back to the eyes. From day one we saw an immediate improvement and by day 4 the eyes were clear! Back to his handsome self. He will return to the vet in a month. I will be on my best behavior. This past few weeks I have not been feeling well...a cold....my diagnosis. Alan and Lisa completely decorated the living room and kitchen trees. Wreaths are hung outside...thank you Alan. Still deciding on some decorations then the mess I made will get cleaned. Normally I would put away as I empty a bin...not allowed to climb....which is good because on Saturday while home alone, I did use the ladder in the garage and somehow missed the last one or two steps....of course we did not tell Alan. Luckily I did not break anything but have a nasty scrape on my elbow. When will I learn! Glad to chat with you but I must get a move on with the mess around here. Thank you for your kind words and thank you for your friendship.

There is a business on my fan

 Hello friends..... seems the days are here and gone quickly. Today I feel a sore throat and stuffy so it will be an easy day. Who am I kidding? Most of my days are easy and laid back thanks to Alan and Lisa. Speaking of Lisa, she is still having tests and I am sure her surgery will be next. So keep her in your thoughts.

Flies are flying in my room! As the ceiling fan rotates, the flies move about. The pattern is from Ann Wood...darn her for making so many wonderful and fun patterns.  Did you know the term for a group of flies is called a swarm...or...a business! Each fly is different of course.....I love quirky things. Just have to keep an eye on Alan with his salt rifle!

I found this pattern...can not remember where on line....and I was overwhelmed when it arrived.

It said a booklet which was only a single paper printed on both sides with minute directions. First I enlarged them to 200% and finally to 300%. All I can say is good thing I am am able to sew well.  No!)

He already is full of my sewing notions for everyday use. He is made from different parts of jeans that I saved from Dennis. I even included a few tags from the pants.  The inside bottom is a fabric I had with turtles. It has 6 pockets and I added one of the small pockets to hold my small scissors. The tail is a belt loop! Denny liked turtles...I do have a story about Denny and his turtle...another time if anyone is interested. 

Cox cable seems to be mixed up today...maybe a call to them...then again not today. Alan will be home late tonight so I will wait for him to check it out on a regular work day. I have music playing most of the day and if TV it is one of a few stations that I like....Britbox, Acorn, Amazon Prime and Freevee to name a few.
Today maybe be the start of July Sue banner...right now swishing and fluffing is happening in the laundry area. 

On a sad note, my friend Glenda has lost her fight with cancer on Sunday June 4th. She never gave up. Thoughts for husband Don ....

Happy to chat with you today. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. Thank you for your friendship.

I have been busy

 Well hello! I have been ...I really do not know why I have not posted. Lots of pictures to show you.

Meet Miss Daphne, lady gnome. What a surprise to find her in my mail box. She arrived all the way from Surrey, Canada a gift from dear friend Debbie. She is a very talented lady. The knitting is superb.

Ann Wood has wonderful patterns and I had to have these mushrooms. Growing up, we never bought store mushrooms. My dad picked wild mushrooms and we always had enough jars to last the year. Of course his looked different.

These are more Alice in Wonderland type...  a bit psychedelic. A few more will be appearing in my room.

Sail away with Ann Wood pattern. I just happened to have a button with an anchor on it. Her patterns are fun to make. Some are free but the cost is reasonable for those that are not free. I have a few yet to make from my collection.

Making florets for a Hydrangea...Debbie is making some also. I like origami patterns. This is from the book Fabled Flowers by Kumiko Sudo.

April Showers Sun Bonnet Sue is hung...it may be difficult to see, but the rain drops are silver bugle beads.

So, as you can see, I have kept busy. Next week I will be in Las Vegas with Dianna and one of her daughters, Marissa. Almost was not going...but that is for another day. Nice to chat with you. I must try to post regularly. Thank you for your kind words and for  your friendship.

Clucking at a yellow moon

 At 3am, I needed a drink of water. As I passed into the kitchen I looked out into the garden and there it was....a half moon that was so yellow

Wow.... just had to get the camera. The picture does not do it justice. As chilly as it was at 3am, I stood and stared for a few minutes.... completely forgot why I got out of bed! Back to full sunshine today.

More from Ann Wood Tiny Doll world.....
 Plaid sheep! Had to be plaid...

 

I love this chicken... fun to make too. I am thinking a few more.... anyway, I also finished Pin Doll

Isn't she cute. Almost hate to stick pins into her. Ann Wood patterns are great...my village is growing. Ann also has a few patterns that are bigger...

He is 9 and a half inches and the dolls are about 5-6 inches and the chicken is not quite an inch high. Pin Doll is just under 4 inches. The cat is almost 4 inches. All are hand sewn.  Not sure what is next from her patterns.  This morning will be re-organizing the sewing/craft table. 

Time to start the day...bed making and swishing and fluffing.

Once again I ask a special favor. My uncle Tony is not doing very well at all. He is with Hospice. Both he and aunt Rose Marie need your prayers.This is such a difficult time for them and daughter and grandsons.

 Thank you for stopping by today. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.

Tiny Doll

 Well now. So much for me keeping up with posts. Truth be told, I am going through a few health issues and upcoming tests so I am in a funk. Any-who.... I do keep somewhat busy. Have you heard about Tiny House Nation?....well.....

I finished Ann Wood's Tiny Doll. I did make a few changes but followed the patterns just how they are finished is a little different. I forgot how I enjoy hand stitching and tiny stitches. It is a little hard on my hand but take it slowly and it can be done.

 

Ann's designs  are delightful. The hair is twisted into a bun! How cute is that. Definitely could be better but when dealing with an uncooperative finger and healing hand, it is what it is. The next one will be better. Oh yes, there is a whole group of Tiny Doll people out there.

Alan and Lisa just celebrated their first anniversary.... with a short getaway. They had wonderful weather...sunny and warm everyday. They return home later today. 

Murphy is on patrol today...every sound requires his investigation. Off I go to check what this outburst is about. Glad you had time to chat today. Thank you for your kind words and for your friendship.Thank you for the lovely comments on my new picture. It is not everyday that I reach 75.