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May 1, 2008
Happy May Day
Hi strangers. I know it's been a really long time and I have to tell you, I honestly debated about keeping my blog going, but it turns out I've missed you all. So, I'm back - hopefully to stay. I have a new job, and I really like it. I'm doing development (fundraising) for the University of Wyoming College of Ag. It's totally new and different, but so far it's been really fun. The people I work with are great and I think that will make all the difference for me.
I've been knitting and sewing, although not as much I should. I found that I'm not as productive when I don't have you all egging me on and waiting to see my progress. I guess I shouldn't be surprised that I'm not all that motivated as a general rule. I'm really excited because I took a basic quilt class on Saturday and learned lots. I learned how to cut straight lines, how to make blocks with little squares of fabric
I learned about making stars
And I ended up with a finished baby blanket quilt top.
Now I just need to figure out what to do for the back and how to bind it and then it can be quilted. This is for my cousin's baby and she isn't due until July, so I think I should be ok for time. Assuming I don't procrastinate! Anyway, this quilting business is kinda fun, and my brother and his girlfriend are having a baby in November, so I will get to try my new skills on another quilt soon.
It was 70 degrees yesterday and today it snowed. This time of year I really hate living in Wyoming. It's spring everywhere else and it's snowing here. Ugh.
Comments
i'm glad you decided to stay! i'd love to see more of your knitting!
Posted by: mai at May 1, 2008 7:56 AM
Wow, that's really an awesome quilt top for a first try!
Glad to be able to egg you on again.
Posted by: AnaMarie at May 1, 2008 9:04 AM
I missed you, too. I'm glad you're back! The quilt top is adorable. You know to quilt it before you put on the binding, right? Let me know if I can help.
Posted by: Carole at May 1, 2008 10:03 AM
Lovely quilt! The red fabric is so familiar and yet I can't place it. One of my boys must have had an article of clothing in that fabric a ways back.
Glad you're back and the new job is fun!
Posted by: Manise at May 1, 2008 10:50 AM
It's great to hear from you again! I wondered where you'd gone. Good luck on the new job it sounds great. It is winter here in Utah, too...you're not alone.
Posted by: margene at May 1, 2008 1:47 PM
Consider the return to winter one more chance to make the bean soup that's been sitting on the pantry shelf for months—since I bought Colorado beans for Christmas gifts.
The good part about a cooler day (40° today instead of 82° yesterday) is that one of the tulips that seemed to be on the way out has revived to bloom a few more days.
No snow here in Fort Collins, just rain.
Posted by: Connie at May 1, 2008 2:25 PM
It's weird weather all over...we go from 80º to below freezing, from drought to monsoon. Great quilt, though...holler if you need any help. I have made a few and am a whiz at binding! (And welcome back!)
Posted by: Marcia Cooke at May 1, 2008 2:55 PM
Squee! Great quilt top. I think you went from level one to level 10 in one day. I'm glad your back and can't wait to see more of your creative endeavors and baking! I hope Travis still likes cookies and breads. :)
Posted by: Jennifer at May 1, 2008 3:46 PM
wow, you've been gone for a long time! glad to see you back :)
Posted by: gleek at May 3, 2008 6:55 PM
You are amazing. You accomplish everything you set your mind to! Congrats on the new job too.
Posted by: Stephanie at May 6, 2008 8:49 PM
Yay, you're back!! You got me into blogging, so don't fade away now! Nice quilt!
Posted by: Liz at May 7, 2008 10:16 AM
My mom always uses a sheet for the quilt backing, although finding one with the right theme for this quilt might be tough!
Posted by: Amy in StL at May 9, 2008 2:50 PM
