Another new project....

Ever know anyone who flits between projects like I do?????
I guess I want to try it all and feel I have to hurry to get even a small part of what I'd like to try done -- there are soooo many things and the time goes by so fast.
OK, I know the heat index the last couple has been at or near 100 degrees --so what am I doing making socks/slippers????? Who knows? It is just something I felt like doing. Here is a photo of what I have done the last couple days. Two pair finished and a good start on the first sock in cranberry red tweed. They are going to be so snugly warm on cold winter days.

New Biscornu Top

Another top finished for another biscornu.
Will try to get abetter photo.

Remembering Dad

Today is the 50th anniversary of my Dad's death
My niece, Sharry, hung the casket flag - the first time it has been unfolded, and set out a photo of Dad and Mom
The little note says:
Remembering
Webster W. Blazier
Jan. 16, 1887 ~ July 24, 1959

Thank you, Sharry -- I know Grandpa would be thrilled that you honored him today.

Take note, the flag has 48 stars, this was before Alaska and Hawaii became our 49th and 50th states.

Start of #2 Biscornu

Finished the top of this biscornu. I think it will be quite nice when when the bottom is stitched in place -- the way the two pieces are stitched together makes a wonderful looking piece.

A little more progress. Have to get this done -- friend Shari has designed a wonderful pansy biscornu that I am so anxious to stitch.
A few hours later and more done. Central portion complete -- now to do the rest. I like the way this is working up.

Here is the beginning of my #2 biscornu.
I'm also beading on a little bird.

First Biscornu just needs a button.....

My first biscornu is finished except for the button -- I'm going to a quilt show this afternoon and may find what I am looking for there -- if not, I have an idea to use a stork scissor charm center top. The stitching of the two pieces together went much easier than I thought it would -- a sweet little pin cushion.

The top is finished. Amazing how long the back stitching takes. Have to be sure the backstitch is absolutely square. Now to backstitch the back piece -- the two back stitching lines are used to piece the two pieces together so once again, the measurements must be accurate.

Three Down One to Go

Getting there.

three done,

one to go --

In Progress......

Another biscornu in progress.

I think I will stitch several and then piece them.

First Biscornu

Last night I wanted to stitch something nice, quick and easy.

The result is this beginning for my first biscornu.

Still more stitching to do and then the finishing will be a bit of a

challenge for me -- but it should be fun too.

Have a happy and safe 4th......

Let's Go For A Walk......

My wonderful friend, Pollyanna, waiting patiently to go for a walk.

Needlepoint

Dug out a UFO tonight to work on. There are sooooo many.
At least this is a small one and I hope to finish it in the near
future. A lovely Sharon G
design.

Guitar buddies

Second brother is now going to learn guitar. He has chosen a bass guitar -- and these two along with the two Smith brothers who live next door to them are planning a band. What fun these four will have over the years. Way to go !!!!!

Thinking of Christmas in June......

Sorry, Jeanne -- but I have to start thinking of Christmas now or I would never get the items done in time -- so here is a glimpse of another item on my "to-do" list before the holidays. I'm only showing part of it so it will remain a surprise for "whoever" receives it :-)

A Head Start on the Holidays.....

Time goes so fast, so really, I am not all that far ahead of the Holidays. Here are some hats, fingerless gloves and scarves I have been working on. Only one hat, the red one, has it's flower on it -- will do the other flowers in the next couple days. Love the fingerless gloves -- they are soooo comfy. The pattern for both the hat (cloche) and fingerless gloves I purchased at SHEPHERDESS BEADS in Old Town, San Diego. Love that shop.

[Close up of the flower on the hat}

Dancing with MY Star ..................

Over the weekend I went to a working turn of the century farm (preserve) with DD and her family.
My 11 year old grandson and I were standing in the doorway to an old barn and for what ever the
reason began to dance ----- aren't spontaneous moments the very best? I know it is another
moment I shall always cherish.

BelowCity boys enjoying the chickens.And just a couple weeks ago I was able to spend time with my three "San Diego Grandsons" -- this has been a very special month.

Pooches Play Date

Niece Lisa's lab, Walter,(left - 5 months old) and our Polly (right - 2 years old) had a play date again today. Since the temperature outside was over 80 degrees, Lisa had the pool filled and the pooches had a ball. Here they are, still wet, with Walter guarding a small stick and Polly awaiting the chance to grab it and run. They had a great time- besides them being cool in the pool they managed to shower both Lisa and myself --- I smelled like wet puppy.

Mother's Day 2009

This Mother's Day I was in San Diego and had a wonderful 4 day vacation with my two terrific daughters and 3 of my seven grandsons. What a wonderful time.

Got to meet Lynn.............San Diego

How lucky to be able to meet in person my long time online friend, Lynn. We had lunch together and then, of course, had to check out a few shops --- here we are in a wonderful bead shop, LOST CITIES BEADS, in Old Town, San Diego, CA. Another super shop that also had some great beads was right next door, SHEPHERDESS BEADS. Shepherdess also had some wonderful yarns and great patterns. I indulged in both :-) If you are in San Diego it is well worth the trip to Old Town just to visit these two shops.

While in Old Town La Pinata Mexican Restaurant is a must.


(La Pinata photo courtesy of Amy Boyle Photography, Chicago, IL)

Polly Has A Play Date.................

Today Polly had her first play date with "cousin" Walter P.
They had a wonderful time and played very well together.
I know Polly is looking forward to another play time.
For more cute photos of two shiny black labs, check out these photos by
CLICKING HERE
(Photos courtesy of Lisa E -- Walter's Mom)