Pot Holder Pass Round 2 -- Sent and Received.

My  Pot HolderPass 2 swap buddy  Teresa  has yet to receive her potholders as a result of  my tardiness and the Ielandic volcano reeking havok, but told me I could post some pictures of them (she wanted to be surprise, but gave in :) ) Teresa I  hope you like them and thank you again for your patience.

 This pattern is called " Honor & Courage"  from The Quilter's Cache/Marcia Hohn.   This pattern was perfect for Teresa's color choices which were red, green & gold.  it just seemed to make the colors pop.  They are all paper pieced which took some practise, trial & error and a bit of cursing.   I also wanted to make a finger pocket potholder as I still manage to burn my hands NO MATTER WHAT and thought it made them a bit more sustantial.  I think this may be my prefered method of  potholder construction in the future. 

The potholders I received were from Bahamadawn with fabric made in the Bahamas which she sent some extra with the potholders.  I love the whimsy of the owl and the yo-yos seem to evoke a smile everytime I walk into my kitchen.

   

 Thanks again ladies.  A big Thank You to Amy  for putting this all together.  I'll be bowing out of round 3 but will jump back into to more swaps in the future!

Take care,

Good Trade Farm Fridays--- Happy Birthday

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Happy Birthday!

Mmmm.... real buttercream icing from scratch.

 Have a great day!

Take care,

Good Trade Farm Friday- Outhouse.

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The out house has been in the same spot , near the bass pond, for a while now.  

 The folks decided that it was time for it to move to a new location further up the hill.

 

This is the rigging to transport it .  Dad's face has been cropped out as he isn't keen on photos.

Movin' on up.  Dad had already done all the prep and dug a new hole near the "Catfish Caboose".

They decided to move it up  in a center location on the property making it easier , especially for  the grandkids. Lil' miss would never make it down the hill to get to the house.  I can officially tell my kids it's okay to *^it in the woods.

This beauty is going to get a fresh coat of paint and  by summer will have new plant and flower growth all around it I'm sure.  I bet you want one!

Take care,

Been quiet on the blog....

because...

New (recycled) kitchen towels and washcloths.

Appliqued beach and bath towels.

 much needed ORGANIZATION

planting and repotting.

 pot holder 2 swap.

finishing baby quilt gift.

and ... a whole lot of beach days.

with NO MORE WHEELCHAIR!!!!!!!!

or shoes for that matter.

 

the Easter bunny. Kaiya had no interest again this year.

singing and swinging.

 and Jamie Cullum.  If you don't know who he is, you should.

 I'm still trying to get things finished/ sorted /sent/ freecycled or tossed and found I get more done * suprise*  if the computer/TV isn't turned on. 

Take care,

Good Trade Farm Friday - Tribute to Lil' Blue

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  Your new owners I 'm sure, will be more than happy with your performance and ability to complete big tasks despite your little stature; we sure were.  So long little blue. You will be missed.

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May you have warm words on a cool evening, a full moon on a dark night, and a smooth road all the way to your door. ~Irish Toast

Take care,