L.O.V.E. It

In the early years of our marriage, we had very little money. We lived in a small town in western Kansas, which had very little selection when it came to clothing, at least something we were able to afford, so I sewed nearly everything I wore. One memorable exception: in the neighboring larger town, we found a fabulous (hey--it was the '70s) navy blue leisure suit for Mark. It had rows of baby blue and white topstitching. He needed something nice to wear when he coached basketball but it was really expensive, so we actually had to make monthly payments to the men's clothing store. But I digress.

I even made jeans for me and at least one sport coat for Mark.

Things got better. I swore off clothing construction.

Now Amy Butler has a new fabric line, ("Love") and this new pattern ("the Liverpool").

I may have to reconsider.

Definitely a sweetie!

I'd like to introduce you to Elijah, my new grandson, born on October 29th. This was his cousin Jack's haul on Halloween night!

Elijah wearing his pumpkin hat, Jack (6 years old) as Spiderman, and Monkey Josh 23 months, Elijah's big brother.

My talented son-in-law John carves amazing pumpkins.

Can you Believe it is November 1?

I am not sure where the year is going--but it is certainly going quickly; already November 1! 

Love these two quilts using like flowers.  I took both pictures at The Old Country Store in PA when my family and I went to the Hershey, PA show in July--a great show and a fun time.  I was thrilled when I asked if I could take pictures and they said absolutely!

Until tomorrow, Happy Quilting!