tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51956182185987341952024-02-19T01:24:04.892-09:00Dilly-Dally DaysLiving the dillydally lifestyle in my remote corner of the planet!Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.comBlogger915125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-3569099697730280182020-07-10T09:01:00.001-08:002020-07-10T09:01:35.671-08:00Happenstance Fun!<div>Happenstance! I love when people come into your life by happenstance! Especially when those people bring with them an understanding of my dillydally <strike>non</strike>funsense!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ey7FlhUAH1Csf1IaxTmTxjDF0DDhu6wZA9MdtJMdp9kbamGIP3RA_-s9ybBAMiUXxQaYnA0xbAKaKnRDWOJXzAgOogD6KShwIsRfhZ6VFdr86TBex3NBmVn0yUbBnNp7cRORjSWv-mY/s4032/20190720_161602.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ey7FlhUAH1Csf1IaxTmTxjDF0DDhu6wZA9MdtJMdp9kbamGIP3RA_-s9ybBAMiUXxQaYnA0xbAKaKnRDWOJXzAgOogD6KShwIsRfhZ6VFdr86TBex3NBmVn0yUbBnNp7cRORjSWv-mY/w400-h300/20190720_161602.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>A year ago this month, <a href="https://www.kimberlyeinmo.com" target="_blank">Kimberly Einmo</a> came to our remote corner of the planet! Our guild had invited her to teach two classes! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdLk4tDlFcq6Uq3N2MWTvFEcPyZBIB24GjxQBhe1aLkY1txHmwd0YAD5VQdJZ7_8AysG4KypMxhbJtq0bPSKeIqSz6UQzubQkgVHL657qInMrquhmcBwWxY3tZRv8ymt4UXj9ldPKF8pc/s4032/20190718_184249.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdLk4tDlFcq6Uq3N2MWTvFEcPyZBIB24GjxQBhe1aLkY1txHmwd0YAD5VQdJZ7_8AysG4KypMxhbJtq0bPSKeIqSz6UQzubQkgVHL657qInMrquhmcBwWxY3tZRv8ymt4UXj9ldPKF8pc/w300-h400/20190718_184249.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>It can be difficult to entice Quilt Rock Stars to come and teach at such a small venue ... but Kimberly and her husband Kent are adventurous! Their enthusiasm for our community was infectious! They immediately felt like longtime friends!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6IG5PZdR8lK30JbJ2PejletGzj8lafIPkC_EVO9qhgenZ8VSoWzVUUrx9zmZTQLBpSKi3w99b34PC6AZrs0eV4pTmAlc4dBkKvigMIqykxnYjGwSn0lO-I81o2Z6me7YLTqYQfcULz6A/s4032/20190720_100301.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6IG5PZdR8lK30JbJ2PejletGzj8lafIPkC_EVO9qhgenZ8VSoWzVUUrx9zmZTQLBpSKi3w99b34PC6AZrs0eV4pTmAlc4dBkKvigMIqykxnYjGwSn0lO-I81o2Z6me7YLTqYQfcULz6A/w400-h300/20190720_100301.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>We had so much fun ... and learned new quilting tips and techniques! I love this photo of Kimberly with two of my favorite QBees, Barb and Terry!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKVCvjp7icXjAdbqzUCWbv1P_qxvyPQv_mpmj_WBvcHK2cz9iar5LvsX2GU2g7uW80YDWYN4IFsL-fOVy4KBdswJuVXbAfmnhVDYfqEV-bdKqvnDh-VQbDMtS2-olcmPyd7EYV5ZYl2VU/s4032/20190720_125343.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKVCvjp7icXjAdbqzUCWbv1P_qxvyPQv_mpmj_WBvcHK2cz9iar5LvsX2GU2g7uW80YDWYN4IFsL-fOVy4KBdswJuVXbAfmnhVDYfqEV-bdKqvnDh-VQbDMtS2-olcmPyd7EYV5ZYl2VU/w400-h300/20190720_125343.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I am making my <a href="https://www.kimberlyeinmo.com/classes" target="_blank">Lone Starburst </a>units into a Quilt of Valor for a local veteran! During that busy day I finished enough units to complete one star! There is no deadline ... and I have many WIPs ... too many to count!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW5jdStQgoYTilxJqNvVJFV5Nw7z4vI4gBXVXbPw8cMm0J4Tqb5U37QZMpTpKvDpkgsJEhgSCz44KD8Idr-iOBFE_2k17RAm5jO7fwKbiVUp7Y55tlWBhnZWtqsEGL_FPv49S9r8pHtZU/s4000/IMG_3132.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW5jdStQgoYTilxJqNvVJFV5Nw7z4vI4gBXVXbPw8cMm0J4Tqb5U37QZMpTpKvDpkgsJEhgSCz44KD8Idr-iOBFE_2k17RAm5jO7fwKbiVUp7Y55tlWBhnZWtqsEGL_FPv49S9r8pHtZU/s320/IMG_3132.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div>Longtime followers know how much I love "Her Majesty", my Janome 6600! Kimberly is a Nat'l Spokesperson for them! Not only do I follow Kimberly as a friend and quilter, but also for all the Janome information she shares! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV9_DwJLLVYmvknIHK2RJWcF-FtyhbGQ1cjNHTkRtBwyq5PPZvP9MKvGgFRUAWx_jEaLDBvgYWnc2EpwnJoMxoEKqJpH6U3d9aFQqQ6acT4Os5UH47Odz5EaB78yyTfAbhrpViTJ6MW6g/s4032/20200604_092718.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV9_DwJLLVYmvknIHK2RJWcF-FtyhbGQ1cjNHTkRtBwyq5PPZvP9MKvGgFRUAWx_jEaLDBvgYWnc2EpwnJoMxoEKqJpH6U3d9aFQqQ6acT4Os5UH47Odz5EaB78yyTfAbhrpViTJ6MW6g/w300-h400/20200604_092718.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>As happenstance would have it ... on June 4th, Kimberly hosted a sew-along on the Janome Facebook page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/JanomeSewingClassroom/" target="_blank">Janome Sewing Classroom</a>! To thank many of the Janome dealers that she works with, she has been making Pineapple wall quilts for their stores! Sew ... by happenstance I decided to put other projects aside and join the fun! I pulled some fabrics from my stash ... ready just in time for Kimberly's live broadcast! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBH5gaBQy4VSqCbGN_iIVDIc6BvJV2lmahPXCJjd8K7j2kbFgP0Coo693FSpB-ftnBzgrKTr3OdMnX9Zn-DCDrdX_eebIhJQELOFG2wgWQ4S9k5JJkGeD5ZoxN2Jia8SIxnRNzmwgKt64/s4032/20200604_114033.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBH5gaBQy4VSqCbGN_iIVDIc6BvJV2lmahPXCJjd8K7j2kbFgP0Coo693FSpB-ftnBzgrKTr3OdMnX9Zn-DCDrdX_eebIhJQELOFG2wgWQ4S9k5JJkGeD5ZoxN2Jia8SIxnRNzmwgKt64/w300-h400/20200604_114033.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>True to Kimberly's word ... this quilt did go together quickly!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbyMtkUfmZh1pMZRW69YgarCTEgUi6VXHNZlqfAuIcg6C3foRbUpFOseN7oKsiI3G3VnpsLSDpBRJ06cTI_onQeINv-1EXbSbsQT3ti0nOc-vx9J3Dj-jA9inX_pOVWBnO5w_lx3WBGGE/s4032/20200605_093932.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbyMtkUfmZh1pMZRW69YgarCTEgUi6VXHNZlqfAuIcg6C3foRbUpFOseN7oKsiI3G3VnpsLSDpBRJ06cTI_onQeINv-1EXbSbsQT3ti0nOc-vx9J3Dj-jA9inX_pOVWBnO5w_lx3WBGGE/w300-h400/20200605_093932.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>It was fun to use multiple fabrics and then determine the layout!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7fMrHTF8ewQqGvGPYqAVnLBBkMmC2sdhFRPa4oLMRmsGPbNEBSZLvjSWmFg20jBN0439sUzxQo8rZ2fxpK9EaKxJXSRMNTZqK7K2MLGKABPWc3V0tLer0VOaDr1u8T7Ebg0dM9OAEDKE/s4032/20200605_102947.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7fMrHTF8ewQqGvGPYqAVnLBBkMmC2sdhFRPa4oLMRmsGPbNEBSZLvjSWmFg20jBN0439sUzxQo8rZ2fxpK9EaKxJXSRMNTZqK7K2MLGKABPWc3V0tLer0VOaDr1u8T7Ebg0dM9OAEDKE/w300-h400/20200605_102947.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Within hours ... over a two day period ... the top was finished.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmQ3qMP_3xycALyeB1b6ySTuHQ0csX_hUpVOVphydzn00FaUbfAoc_fH5kjuosgUFErZzekc1J00hyphenhyphenvsTRLL4ENiTegjD0xu8ug9N_0AvhMGd8yKxvR4-_RIOWEkyx5xsZnH6BAmTVwM/s4032/20200626_051920.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmQ3qMP_3xycALyeB1b6ySTuHQ0csX_hUpVOVphydzn00FaUbfAoc_fH5kjuosgUFErZzekc1J00hyphenhyphenvsTRLL4ENiTegjD0xu8ug9N_0AvhMGd8yKxvR4-_RIOWEkyx5xsZnH6BAmTVwM/w300-h400/20200626_051920.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>I added a narrow border around my version ... here it is pin basted and ready for machine quilting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXU_1c03bs2ZjKGNUtycY9N7vbfkUFRpaNsj6kfmezqARAd-RM-PSN-aGHf9lUh2R4AmqSijHD-iNKq261KJsZkgMOcY9bJexVmkzZJwIJ5ODVRu_wDQMR8ifD4aLD7fu9YNGK73CBrlU/s4032/20200626_071610.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXU_1c03bs2ZjKGNUtycY9N7vbfkUFRpaNsj6kfmezqARAd-RM-PSN-aGHf9lUh2R4AmqSijHD-iNKq261KJsZkgMOcY9bJexVmkzZJwIJ5ODVRu_wDQMR8ifD4aLD7fu9YNGK73CBrlU/w400-h300/20200626_071610.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Straight quilt lines following the geometric lines found in the piecing! I chose the Janome 6600 specifically for the built in walking foot feature ... no happenstance was involved when I chose "Her Majesty"!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmUNen_6BtPDbckwFH8PftuV7ARCY7HP1Dcxg8reRxCLa2xkVTJl1G6JMWG95FDxCvCszdBQo-fmlo68SIM3tpfv-VD-LHpzzlB0mgxwK1dp2u15dUVwQB4v0qrauS123-eWkvLJUoSw/s4032/20200630_121434.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmUNen_6BtPDbckwFH8PftuV7ARCY7HP1Dcxg8reRxCLa2xkVTJl1G6JMWG95FDxCvCszdBQo-fmlo68SIM3tpfv-VD-LHpzzlB0mgxwK1dp2u15dUVwQB4v0qrauS123-eWkvLJUoSw/w300-h400/20200630_121434.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>The magic of happenstance was involved in the quilting of this Perfect Pineapple as well ... when I finished there was about one yard of thread left on the spool! Holy Buckets of Happenstance Luck!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixOsLeWe2lIahF4H5uV4rhvjU7NHwbPobpDNUE0e7UUs_a8ldJzJcROnb96OzrZguKfAcVNsgObpdXgiZlh9L_3khlFPQfxJG3u8lAUGgUf8sJcDSGl4VbGYtkBAb92gNYMFORVwzjPJg/s4032/20200627_113452.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixOsLeWe2lIahF4H5uV4rhvjU7NHwbPobpDNUE0e7UUs_a8ldJzJcROnb96OzrZguKfAcVNsgObpdXgiZlh9L_3khlFPQfxJG3u8lAUGgUf8sJcDSGl4VbGYtkBAb92gNYMFORVwzjPJg/w300-h400/20200627_113452.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Bound! Completely finished! I love the results and am so happy I allowed happenstance to lead the way! Thank you Kimberly ... for sharing your time and talent with quilters worldwide ... adding a bit of cheer during this pandemic! </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Embrace happenstance! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div><div><br /></div><div>P.S. Pulled out my Lone Starburst ... hoping a bit of happenstance helps me finish it this month!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM_YAur7a5YioLpXMS5VsFwmOHwyivqS3hT9Nk8QHz2xnJKcQuyujBabxjJa8-ROLHhRL_M7HQ0cSlKZscHDP7Z5_7q3iavLqQenCFnJYYA7sRSBaHs55MTdv_-zR9xZZcAllIBjcr9UQ/s4020/20200707_140323.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2759" data-original-width="4020" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM_YAur7a5YioLpXMS5VsFwmOHwyivqS3hT9Nk8QHz2xnJKcQuyujBabxjJa8-ROLHhRL_M7HQ0cSlKZscHDP7Z5_7q3iavLqQenCFnJYYA7sRSBaHs55MTdv_-zR9xZZcAllIBjcr9UQ/w400-h275/20200707_140323.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-10435381472542741392020-06-26T10:36:00.000-08:002020-06-26T10:36:33.123-08:00Silver and Gold!Dillydallying on a whim! When you allow yourself to respond impulsively to a creative opportunity! Sew much fun happens!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFcj7DsRxvuOwcNYvKbp_HDD54QVK2pGIrhx4Pw2srM8di1rTrf1L3nu7TDw-DDPtyhOGSfqWwOj4hKOlck5AbIiOHl2r1vi81QF7I5S9I0NlJuPQMYm-vJoPqYkPsGDlLzyOvp-mvd4M/s4032/20200618_143922.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFcj7DsRxvuOwcNYvKbp_HDD54QVK2pGIrhx4Pw2srM8di1rTrf1L3nu7TDw-DDPtyhOGSfqWwOj4hKOlck5AbIiOHl2r1vi81QF7I5S9I0NlJuPQMYm-vJoPqYkPsGDlLzyOvp-mvd4M/w400-h300/20200618_143922.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I love being open to things that happen to come my way! I was scrolling through my Instagram feed and a lap sized quilt caught my eye! I don't remember who posted a version of this quilt ... but I followed the #festivefirquilt and fell in love with this design and it's possibilities! Within 10 minutes I had gone to Jamie's site, <a href="https://sewbrainy.com" target="_blank">Sew Brainy Designs</a>, purchased, and<a href="https://sewbrainy.com/products/festive-fir-christmas-quilt-pattern-pdf" target="_blank"> down loaded the pattern</a>! Access to PDF patterns makes it possible to get started immediately! With my newly printed pattern in hand, I went to my Holiday fabric stash! The pattern includes instructions for 3 sizes and I wanted to make the 18 inch pillow/wall quilt size.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipLTYRoXq6HV4fnS3oPTqpRqZ0lsav_Zt4mPoJfS7BC2wQLtUrfWedFCHAbxG6Bg5M_vuy9Kni41WXzXIvwBcGXcJZpBQCLX4HHf2VUF9WOOUcEBX1Z1fXALNQee2XJ2wy18zE5hrq6d0/s790/31227-rudolph-sam-snowman-burl-ives.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="415" data-original-width="790" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipLTYRoXq6HV4fnS3oPTqpRqZ0lsav_Zt4mPoJfS7BC2wQLtUrfWedFCHAbxG6Bg5M_vuy9Kni41WXzXIvwBcGXcJZpBQCLX4HHf2VUF9WOOUcEBX1Z1fXALNQee2XJ2wy18zE5hrq6d0/w400-h210/31227-rudolph-sam-snowman-burl-ives.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>While thumbing through my fabrics ... this tune entered my mind ... <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY-XDQN6ipE" target="_blank">Silver and Gold</a>! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><font color="#3367d6"><br /></font></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><font color="#3367d6"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY-XDQN6ipE" target="_blank">"Silver and gold, silver and gold,</a></font></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><font color="#3367d6"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY-XDQN6ipE" target="_blank">Means so much more when I see</a></font></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><font color="#3367d6"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY-XDQN6ipE" target="_blank">Silver and Gold decorations</a></font></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><font color="#3367d6"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY-XDQN6ipE" target="_blank">On every Christmas Tree"</a></font></i></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnJV5ELaJF_QGqQbn4Z3rHAO6XtS7ke-ezTPiCcBpZhxiyW4KuBji4luKnTdlczyb-q2_2u2S-dUlyH2Enlz63HYNtgCKuDVDoQDdLabVCM4J79fL5P1F3CTjbycfCZ54SX0LmEXlgyAo/s4032/20200612_102822.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnJV5ELaJF_QGqQbn4Z3rHAO6XtS7ke-ezTPiCcBpZhxiyW4KuBji4luKnTdlczyb-q2_2u2S-dUlyH2Enlz63HYNtgCKuDVDoQDdLabVCM4J79fL5P1F3CTjbycfCZ54SX0LmEXlgyAo/w400-h300/20200612_102822.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I only had a small collection of silver and gold fabrics, but it was enough! Pulled three options for the background and settled on the navy with gold metallic dots.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRUys2PUJvfIowH3qKEpFGbP2F2_aDabzXEuL4vI0Gd9brhlFCsnBi6nXjpSvuzqwh1iScTRGl5_IlvYuQTRXisv0S8LlexxbYv-omoEJwVMGgkcI69Jj3gomK5F_80t-nM6u_AH4N19M/s4032/20200613_120042.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRUys2PUJvfIowH3qKEpFGbP2F2_aDabzXEuL4vI0Gd9brhlFCsnBi6nXjpSvuzqwh1iScTRGl5_IlvYuQTRXisv0S8LlexxbYv-omoEJwVMGgkcI69Jj3gomK5F_80t-nM6u_AH4N19M/w400-h300/20200613_120042.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I cut each step as I went, so it wasn't long before Her Majesty and I were chain piecing the silver and gold ornaments that were to create our tree!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvtrUNF8-0euvEtDl7GJwNrfYr5_f9LqiQEAG721Guhi4Rspe95BsYFmv_2ucvrhDp_7w8oSyEifkNg0ELVCQkU-FSQzeNz_xF6G6O2y1YyKb2-3tv0NmczjJ7EOBQaWc_XYfXKoWwxjE/s4032/20200613_120104.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvtrUNF8-0euvEtDl7GJwNrfYr5_f9LqiQEAG721Guhi4Rspe95BsYFmv_2ucvrhDp_7w8oSyEifkNg0ELVCQkU-FSQzeNz_xF6G6O2y1YyKb2-3tv0NmczjJ7EOBQaWc_XYfXKoWwxjE/w400-h300/20200613_120104.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>The instructions were very well written and easy to follow!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbDef4uS-7ZyRB8mVkv6J5oHPtCFv-P2ALK98rdxQrxg8NeeqDW3lQMjRFJtt6w5hqMMJ4SQ5rjWW7qvcARY1W2IMiFCuoPZiu3d5MYiaqhblBJq-z_NEnTOlWNgmjX9X8vYNarUMs78w/s4032/20200613_184333.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbDef4uS-7ZyRB8mVkv6J5oHPtCFv-P2ALK98rdxQrxg8NeeqDW3lQMjRFJtt6w5hqMMJ4SQ5rjWW7qvcARY1W2IMiFCuoPZiu3d5MYiaqhblBJq-z_NEnTOlWNgmjX9X8vYNarUMs78w/w300-h400/20200613_184333.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Before long ... all twenty ornament units were pieced! Super simple and fast!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMkXhRc4i0PZ-YmP2pN5hkdkX9WqNiFBgKlu2YoSWRZ4PUY32RGSxf4qsJ_2ASJ5QJZ13ZDd8ji59750B5XALkhlMnT7KRQQiJqj0BCROyYEPq76Khl_m_1wPioHUqo5v3EYvwcXJnfsg/s4032/20200613_200201.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMkXhRc4i0PZ-YmP2pN5hkdkX9WqNiFBgKlu2YoSWRZ4PUY32RGSxf4qsJ_2ASJ5QJZ13ZDd8ji59750B5XALkhlMnT7KRQQiJqj0BCROyYEPq76Khl_m_1wPioHUqo5v3EYvwcXJnfsg/w400-h300/20200613_200201.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Next came piecing the star ... those were tiny flying geese units! Grateful I only needed to make four!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX6V3CG9imQCnPiT7g4nNGPh76Hx698wMQRSBZc6HtEqOe6kirViTirAlS8cNA4Opoixsb3nFh78NnvnnxLEVH4hX2lqSmE7xOLbYS_uFPeD7qoS7lbj_MqK3eCH6J_uUe76VEBWVVjCQ/s4032/20200613_200520.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX6V3CG9imQCnPiT7g4nNGPh76Hx698wMQRSBZc6HtEqOe6kirViTirAlS8cNA4Opoixsb3nFh78NnvnnxLEVH4hX2lqSmE7xOLbYS_uFPeD7qoS7lbj_MqK3eCH6J_uUe76VEBWVVjCQ/w400-h300/20200613_200520.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>A star that shines! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV1eb-hen4p376lMl8e_njMjRLY9tcc22CUCUPJkicRx6wcf0OdwDNbMsto4yuwxn_GF_WIxLOYSuFYDFRXiKx-ptvlR83v4NvPRv-xSSXybs_DO1ybUh3Cad9UPW0usHD8Vw60YxOV3k/s4032/20200613_203710.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV1eb-hen4p376lMl8e_njMjRLY9tcc22CUCUPJkicRx6wcf0OdwDNbMsto4yuwxn_GF_WIxLOYSuFYDFRXiKx-ptvlR83v4NvPRv-xSSXybs_DO1ybUh3Cad9UPW0usHD8Vw60YxOV3k/w400-h300/20200613_203710.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>As always ... the most difficult task was deciding the layout! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3b1RQLCY7StoNIIsbjsn99uwyju16eGurVhrA0wWoJIuzApR5LQNLbzDi08kY8Wl8L2gv2kv1VNGaSHInjT8g9PF5QQAlD9alkVF_PaxM8caf-gpbS6oFaBhnivbfXW7wRXYa56iUssY/s4032/20200613_231522.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3b1RQLCY7StoNIIsbjsn99uwyju16eGurVhrA0wWoJIuzApR5LQNLbzDi08kY8Wl8L2gv2kv1VNGaSHInjT8g9PF5QQAlD9alkVF_PaxM8caf-gpbS6oFaBhnivbfXW7wRXYa56iUssY/w400-h300/20200613_231522.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Once the layout was determined, I just cut rectangles for each row and pieced them together. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivabMn60DaIoszu0arL986SaUk494JflD8EVLSB3tXn4f7tqXiB5iDh3gJBGfpzUKbcfhK2KowLJQD0ixtFD2BE85fRgEsm_ZAOr5Fj7A8APFUtVymBI0AzcgwG-QUT3B-TzqBEdvaM1s/s4032/20200614_124159.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivabMn60DaIoszu0arL986SaUk494JflD8EVLSB3tXn4f7tqXiB5iDh3gJBGfpzUKbcfhK2KowLJQD0ixtFD2BE85fRgEsm_ZAOr5Fj7A8APFUtVymBI0AzcgwG-QUT3B-TzqBEdvaM1s/w400-h300/20200614_124159.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>It went together sew quickly!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyydALPHLE9_RNymEmcEquIeD-atA5Qeuby9EYpoxPLnvMS87Puy05udnjERkDWOqj3Pepowm2UPu8MRVWcbPLRz0VPFyRQNrY5MEaNqptj0PpUDViACjAu0fFVQHf4TkSG-87uHqN_w/s4032/20200614_091454.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyydALPHLE9_RNymEmcEquIeD-atA5Qeuby9EYpoxPLnvMS87Puy05udnjERkDWOqj3Pepowm2UPu8MRVWcbPLRz0VPFyRQNrY5MEaNqptj0PpUDViACjAu0fFVQHf4TkSG-87uHqN_w/w400-h300/20200614_091454.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Next ... I layered and pin basted it! I have zero talent when it comes to machine quilting ... so I keep it very simple!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ibnovvAgWqY7CZP-E6Vd_5BZozLIVWExFQaxaCpUZvdWUEF8Yie79BHR3bjdpPo9j4oJnvfxSM0NCP2xswjotlA4qW_K4PSKpisF0zxQXYQ_oiLBQ7slzk5qqQZ9o9xLwhAXPjbQJU/s4032/20200614_094410.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ibnovvAgWqY7CZP-E6Vd_5BZozLIVWExFQaxaCpUZvdWUEF8Yie79BHR3bjdpPo9j4oJnvfxSM0NCP2xswjotlA4qW_K4PSKpisF0zxQXYQ_oiLBQ7slzk5qqQZ9o9xLwhAXPjbQJU/w300-h400/20200614_094410.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Always fun to play a bit of "bobbin chicken" ... life is never dull with Her Majesty!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfHTQPVFC0Cyi7QhHaC8Jy0_WFQdvvNUGJrWkF62UkEejeGw7Gg4dVtXeUI_5LBaiul82MgSkGPb5lWI__K7Mvc-eVsSACiUsYBm-UJki-C3cQTq4HYgnOsjKyajs9QvhZx65Xzr4Rols/s4032/20200615_115257.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfHTQPVFC0Cyi7QhHaC8Jy0_WFQdvvNUGJrWkF62UkEejeGw7Gg4dVtXeUI_5LBaiul82MgSkGPb5lWI__K7Mvc-eVsSACiUsYBm-UJki-C3cQTq4HYgnOsjKyajs9QvhZx65Xzr4Rols/w400-h300/20200615_115257.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I chose to sew horizontal lines every half inch ... Her Majesty's built in walking foot is the reason I bought my Janome 6600! I love that feature!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyOWH1Lb300Jsiza9jK0H8ak7aHssvItvNZrDtXVy1lg-9M7EZrrMVAZ4tT9vnu8uq8W-5uwTuLoBpl_201fMehV8OBPs1AMDjjlfI1WYlQXYvL7575AMNy5QzKxlOdbEQGM0ikNlLno8/s4032/20200618_143922.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyOWH1Lb300Jsiza9jK0H8ak7aHssvItvNZrDtXVy1lg-9M7EZrrMVAZ4tT9vnu8uq8W-5uwTuLoBpl_201fMehV8OBPs1AMDjjlfI1WYlQXYvL7575AMNy5QzKxlOdbEQGM0ikNlLno8/w400-h300/20200618_143922.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Binding on! Project on a whim finished! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhidV7eAKsaHovIyWtRKdg7rliFDQe3B6AJNz9oFFDpGz3hqSe-P2JU_i16XpaehKpJmb95w4MmPJQVnHsmu4E2ly334NkQaX0V-LRSyI4YLM9kBXk0QnR7coe0gyUp6yrbMCBH-3YgSpo/s340/Imagerac.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="230" data-original-width="340" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhidV7eAKsaHovIyWtRKdg7rliFDQe3B6AJNz9oFFDpGz3hqSe-P2JU_i16XpaehKpJmb95w4MmPJQVnHsmu4E2ly334NkQaX0V-LRSyI4YLM9kBXk0QnR7coe0gyUp6yrbMCBH-3YgSpo/w400-h270/Imagerac.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And yes ... of course I watched the movie while making this little wall quilt! Here in DillyDallydom ... Holiday music and movies are enjoyed year round!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidrShNCtQA6VIdMkg4rEokiZY4gEZTiYTLFw7mEAoeTwp7t0Yt3XcbQO-AVQWT-6mo-mWQwEnf_v4YE3oAZxHsRIFqxzvw10epr5Z1tTYVUv1zDH6zQb4r2iNm1nLi0Hz5YAlcDb54KgU/s1080/IMG_20200623_144418_971.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1080" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidrShNCtQA6VIdMkg4rEokiZY4gEZTiYTLFw7mEAoeTwp7t0Yt3XcbQO-AVQWT-6mo-mWQwEnf_v4YE3oAZxHsRIFqxzvw10epr5Z1tTYVUv1zDH6zQb4r2iNm1nLi0Hz5YAlcDb54KgU/w400-h300/IMG_20200623_144418_971.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Suddenly my dillydally whim turned into a windstorm! Because sometimes quilts are just like potato chips ... it is impossible to eat/make only one ... I returned to my stash and pulled fabric for the lap sized version of the Festive Fir Quilt! I plan to cut it out and wait to piece it during our guild's Christmas in July event!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Follow a whim! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj3OLMZEqvrKbBySfAdfJWs6u92KY4QotKctvUReXkkk_oacbIDwHtW6x0zU3gc3yPDIqDdKuaH9Zt9uL_Qq09MKUcGjK6LIfwhJmYoGJgVnW3maXs4Jdj1ih85-UcG78YN3ccE6PAgbM/s550/RudolphLGB-sm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="550" data-original-width="451" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj3OLMZEqvrKbBySfAdfJWs6u92KY4QotKctvUReXkkk_oacbIDwHtW6x0zU3gc3yPDIqDdKuaH9Zt9uL_Qq09MKUcGjK6LIfwhJmYoGJgVnW3maXs4Jdj1ih85-UcG78YN3ccE6PAgbM/s320/RudolphLGB-sm.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-6999002876616261622020-06-22T11:05:00.000-08:002020-06-22T11:05:06.954-08:00An Iceland Inspired Sweater Journey!When I am excited and inspired by something ... I love to share it! Whatever it may be ... everything is more fun when it is a shared experience! After visiting Iceland in 2019, I was so inspired by the sweaters that represent their culture! <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0_3fLIGmpMg_zNUTHv446YVwQQJqiruiAvHuyTuktn1nLpcqWBTk59bfPvSUU80LEPWfJZVVbkFG8CiCCU5jLQTs9sUCSsEvMF76ythrHJCgszGfvgV0G7IK6lDRJMdmjPO4aU8fhHw/s4032/IMG_2391.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0_3fLIGmpMg_zNUTHv446YVwQQJqiruiAvHuyTuktn1nLpcqWBTk59bfPvSUU80LEPWfJZVVbkFG8CiCCU5jLQTs9sUCSsEvMF76ythrHJCgszGfvgV0G7IK6lDRJMdmjPO4aU8fhHw/w400-h300/IMG_2391.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>The best way to share my enthusiasm was to teach a Icelandic Inspired Sweater class! Before our lives were turned upside down, I had the opportunity to do just that! </div><div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKwHo4xl09Rt5TrfjmhXBHsnT_CZn5Bv85QROTyXkorE9hVjjIuWX68LYCABP15IR35xlvytz2a83d7vLPMN-pisuhHx_-jNnZK6aNgTDT1MTOsQgVWUZgnvV9GhGX0B0hng5FDetNlsg/s3165/20200209_111337.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3165" data-original-width="2700" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKwHo4xl09Rt5TrfjmhXBHsnT_CZn5Bv85QROTyXkorE9hVjjIuWX68LYCABP15IR35xlvytz2a83d7vLPMN-pisuhHx_-jNnZK6aNgTDT1MTOsQgVWUZgnvV9GhGX0B0hng5FDetNlsg/w341-h400/20200209_111337.jpg" width="341" /></a></div><div>Ten local knitters signed on to take this Icelandic knitting journey! We met at our local yarn store, <a href="https://thenetloftak.com" target="_blank">The Net Loft</a>, in January to choose designs and yarn colors! In February ... our journey began! </div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Malani's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg66LsPQnP6wW7bx-1xVOGWNlutC1pGfbQNhCOa1yx_HDNnYyJyfo27pbR-QUrXsCi0ZlXTWGE5eZAQJrSIITkSrkw1QTzQywc_OrlgggB2g2HbgzZ_a7xhoCojThajQUmrFgpBIPSwaYU/s4032/20200222_091709.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg66LsPQnP6wW7bx-1xVOGWNlutC1pGfbQNhCOa1yx_HDNnYyJyfo27pbR-QUrXsCi0ZlXTWGE5eZAQJrSIITkSrkw1QTzQywc_OrlgggB2g2HbgzZ_a7xhoCojThajQUmrFgpBIPSwaYU/w400-h300/20200222_091709.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Malani knit a sweater for her daughter who is in first grade.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3uROXmWKrR0uzYxcmxggCQHYH-J2dEksUnR8lDQTEvrp1zpUCYSySLqKVejnR9Qc9WWU63rXUsuE-QJA2ft9kLs1n27gJZxHiCrxAbfNThUXG_r33OhmqIYkD1wW5nu2jyEhJNynomhE/s4032/20200307_092206.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3uROXmWKrR0uzYxcmxggCQHYH-J2dEksUnR8lDQTEvrp1zpUCYSySLqKVejnR9Qc9WWU63rXUsuE-QJA2ft9kLs1n27gJZxHiCrxAbfNThUXG_r33OhmqIYkD1wW5nu2jyEhJNynomhE/w400-h300/20200307_092206.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Her daughter helped choose both the design and the colors.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguKXaP3ZMIrQASv1S1P-HD50amBRqj3NJWX5FFHqQc7tgnt0yTplO70r7C5DhVY40xTJM8hY8w-eyqEesdjPBOVYSUBjGPvAAuVr5M_Gh3eHlSqa7x_2vUIWJ-UeEbaAbKeCIAVb1UZiQ/s640/IMG_7705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguKXaP3ZMIrQASv1S1P-HD50amBRqj3NJWX5FFHqQc7tgnt0yTplO70r7C5DhVY40xTJM8hY8w-eyqEesdjPBOVYSUBjGPvAAuVr5M_Gh3eHlSqa7x_2vUIWJ-UeEbaAbKeCIAVb1UZiQ/w300-h400/IMG_7705.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>And here her daughter is proudly wearing the sweater her mother knit specifically for her! Just adorable!</div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Angela's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMg6SUEDnxWy4QihaQCiYwNmu-W4iBXa6O8_P3Zs_oueqoS_IT8jjSTo3eOAsHYpYo_ho5js0RT72Yf3x9GSImVEqBxv94ENMjkEo0Nz1WgMW4qcJPt99kXKLLBiDPNzm3qH3dK5wjpf0/s4032/20200222_162223.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMg6SUEDnxWy4QihaQCiYwNmu-W4iBXa6O8_P3Zs_oueqoS_IT8jjSTo3eOAsHYpYo_ho5js0RT72Yf3x9GSImVEqBxv94ENMjkEo0Nz1WgMW4qcJPt99kXKLLBiDPNzm3qH3dK5wjpf0/w400-h300/20200222_162223.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Angela chose "hot pink" for the body of her sweater!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqX_yOGxcElUprlyo6b-AEWYkrdB1fc2VHM7fPV6RJb8dgeFrMm2BX4uY0MxKBpGTMa9iDKJmak-B-AoI24N3ykNhqBmNWpft2Lt_tNeVCICCy6wbnyYiPMIrWisCDps41wTH3IY3Vfh0/s4032/20200307_091943.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqX_yOGxcElUprlyo6b-AEWYkrdB1fc2VHM7fPV6RJb8dgeFrMm2BX4uY0MxKBpGTMa9iDKJmak-B-AoI24N3ykNhqBmNWpft2Lt_tNeVCICCy6wbnyYiPMIrWisCDps41wTH3IY3Vfh0/w400-h300/20200307_091943.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I love a knitter who is fearless with color!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwPNbqGoquzGA8gmqsM7CvmOM5ccfwKTAoB_2cUjp3JudlKSWVxj54MdJneOTJ3o2FM7vx0pxHHrHiliHZZ3Y98spcf07QBxqR4HUxTwe4AKlPCxEm-5eF4BI1dZS9leqrMMZPx3-Yhj4/s4032/20200314_092207.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwPNbqGoquzGA8gmqsM7CvmOM5ccfwKTAoB_2cUjp3JudlKSWVxj54MdJneOTJ3o2FM7vx0pxHHrHiliHZZ3Y98spcf07QBxqR4HUxTwe4AKlPCxEm-5eF4BI1dZS9leqrMMZPx3-Yhj4/w300-h400/20200314_092207.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>The results ... a gorgeous sweater ... for gorgeous Angela!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQXRj_fK73XlcuFhyphenhyphenggVDlFQ4QAx8d-IYGo_v4yKw9N_dbnuwNBme60IZNUT9LhBtZB8dwg_lCsG32LGZzHBPLWC9pc8VDNgC_3iFBB9g8CZ4WKH6vqmGlHC4skpw0KYIDRJ2kTAGg_Vw/s4032/20200314_092320.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQXRj_fK73XlcuFhyphenhyphenggVDlFQ4QAx8d-IYGo_v4yKw9N_dbnuwNBme60IZNUT9LhBtZB8dwg_lCsG32LGZzHBPLWC9pc8VDNgC_3iFBB9g8CZ4WKH6vqmGlHC4skpw0KYIDRJ2kTAGg_Vw/w300-h400/20200314_092320.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Angela also wanted a red sweater ... you guessed it! She knit two sweaters during our class! Amazing!</div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Sue's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9N5gQmMAk0hXRa7xYLlm64y98nR36PjxmdXjk7PTBhrCq1v_w0SdsnGbuWXbLQeLQ3nF_Q98JfjFfeb2EV3JzwWqpZpHefQjDscnlN2v61PeBwqgPWDhpZljpePiCklkpoXyxeTU4dX4/s4032/20200222_102314.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9N5gQmMAk0hXRa7xYLlm64y98nR36PjxmdXjk7PTBhrCq1v_w0SdsnGbuWXbLQeLQ3nF_Q98JfjFfeb2EV3JzwWqpZpHefQjDscnlN2v61PeBwqgPWDhpZljpePiCklkpoXyxeTU4dX4/w400-h300/20200222_102314.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Sue knit a child sized sweater as well! This will be worn by her grandchildren!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKaWt2BX2mJ7nNsP3kZaz8YTx4kdHh82wGG2oVwUiK0wH21nDqTIdNQkCZ40sLjRO6Hj9TungFg_Txo9-4SgJ1U2S90WJjFZ6E7yDu2WlEYWSTPvFvoLL1M8_CGS4SznCxtAthyphenhyphen2s9us/s4032/20200307_091952.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKaWt2BX2mJ7nNsP3kZaz8YTx4kdHh82wGG2oVwUiK0wH21nDqTIdNQkCZ40sLjRO6Hj9TungFg_Txo9-4SgJ1U2S90WJjFZ6E7yDu2WlEYWSTPvFvoLL1M8_CGS4SznCxtAthyphenhyphen2s9us/w400-h300/20200307_091952.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>She used neutral colors with a pop of gold and turquoise!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNtslMRNpuDSM4hRV9kJukKceuQaYZTMMjQ_P54147jHxHqe50m46xbjOye-yUd7MVhyphenhyphenB_9v25QMS4d8BbC5-VxNZW2CcUPRYqhCvUAS2e8uDr_zLqeT-7Cb26Co1LIM0Ie8MIb1PpdPE/s4032/20200314_090859.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNtslMRNpuDSM4hRV9kJukKceuQaYZTMMjQ_P54147jHxHqe50m46xbjOye-yUd7MVhyphenhyphenB_9v25QMS4d8BbC5-VxNZW2CcUPRYqhCvUAS2e8uDr_zLqeT-7Cb26Co1LIM0Ie8MIb1PpdPE/w300-h400/20200314_090859.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>The results are stunning! Many of us want one in our adult size!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0xYkSChwvV6DxRYYeYThZnFf8efxzcLzybp1g9vSH67lzLtTQqzIFnn0pWPsIMSFsrs5IEGF2AQro6XUlCQu0MRC0UBCbT0lyV7XgUKTgaK6_XPIXNdi6teyNfxdBdLhWZzxR3Lktjk/s1921/1584731774032.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1921" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0xYkSChwvV6DxRYYeYThZnFf8efxzcLzybp1g9vSH67lzLtTQqzIFnn0pWPsIMSFsrs5IEGF2AQro6XUlCQu0MRC0UBCbT0lyV7XgUKTgaK6_XPIXNdi6teyNfxdBdLhWZzxR3Lktjk/w225-h400/1584731774032.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><div>This sweet granddaughter has a younger sister and brother who will also wear this sweater once she out grows it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXexRmeH_4L-dXEXlgjhaWlwEPLb2LKqeW5HP7ym21kokmgRI0BGIZpynlCaBpy3-dttyatpc429lp4zhhUPlygpBLa00AgNsW5wB-6pDBj2gknWXM_Bd1BXZOSwjCw_gUZzoGaYKJDIo/s1921/1584731806615.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1921" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXexRmeH_4L-dXEXlgjhaWlwEPLb2LKqeW5HP7ym21kokmgRI0BGIZpynlCaBpy3-dttyatpc429lp4zhhUPlygpBLa00AgNsW5wB-6pDBj2gknWXM_Bd1BXZOSwjCw_gUZzoGaYKJDIo/w225-h400/1584731806615.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><div>Absolutely adorable! A special sweater made with love to keep her warm!</div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Melissa's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkYcZsHetLTgsbtoMp0x-UZAQQcgJ5dp-AiimMcrePbBJtVWyVBCo8jfq_oxOhfoARnsKxwwaYS3s5TjfLhhOiP5LIr_mNcTpiOAKN3mxCo9sC4Fxe1V4fL_uuhmXVExRJpLpzf52yQk4/s4032/20200222_162235.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkYcZsHetLTgsbtoMp0x-UZAQQcgJ5dp-AiimMcrePbBJtVWyVBCo8jfq_oxOhfoARnsKxwwaYS3s5TjfLhhOiP5LIr_mNcTpiOAKN3mxCo9sC4Fxe1V4fL_uuhmXVExRJpLpzf52yQk4/w400-h300/20200222_162235.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Melissa chose a variegated teal color as the primary color for her sweater.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFcX8TuyIgo_JVkj7CxzvQcgBu__dvQFXqy1xo-hDiSTlxy25t25vx4BkEB3jjaTVfOqqBRXUsxBya48GCwwdKKCGVv8Tku1cft6JUJhP94Gkxuur7sxawVDd4UtUhiNiOia1HREzitIc/s4032/20200307_092024.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFcX8TuyIgo_JVkj7CxzvQcgBu__dvQFXqy1xo-hDiSTlxy25t25vx4BkEB3jjaTVfOqqBRXUsxBya48GCwwdKKCGVv8Tku1cft6JUJhP94Gkxuur7sxawVDd4UtUhiNiOia1HREzitIc/w400-h300/20200307_092024.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>She worked diligently waiting for the color work to begin!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1zOVf9Je-Ej4-6oCVTmFqyHwYwQ6HJcnUtnslnAY9nS2vipBasGnW5rt2c9ySW72OddaUoZfRTf596G4CUZ8durR5VsKjtz_AixzN09n3XGzpm-IYJk2EhswpKx6gGmPjqW-IgmPp4Q/s4032/20200314_091419.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1zOVf9Je-Ej4-6oCVTmFqyHwYwQ6HJcnUtnslnAY9nS2vipBasGnW5rt2c9ySW72OddaUoZfRTf596G4CUZ8durR5VsKjtz_AixzN09n3XGzpm-IYJk2EhswpKx6gGmPjqW-IgmPp4Q/w300-h400/20200314_091419.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>And look at the result ... a stunning yoke design!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWKM9Jlbmdf8vexWVu_yqBPs1RZDbtlCTUnSL4GAGHuiGUtk1S0eBsyX98fLaHRS-WkaWax1uwixBBsUdRymfb8hIsm-jH08bdhKuxRGkvHe0SKxbWVpMGsab_yDvo1vCtqqUemlU3hh4/s1944/1584240317613.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1458" data-original-width="1944" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWKM9Jlbmdf8vexWVu_yqBPs1RZDbtlCTUnSL4GAGHuiGUtk1S0eBsyX98fLaHRS-WkaWax1uwixBBsUdRymfb8hIsm-jH08bdhKuxRGkvHe0SKxbWVpMGsab_yDvo1vCtqqUemlU3hh4/w400-h300/1584240317613.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>And even more beautiful when worn in the wild!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaXSFxR0kCjFiJqH8IyeDlT04iaZ-BY2F7v3SHvVgsy3KwGBSAndiyzgVfrcppKMqCDeRFsMY8-wIWEozlveFxByNOdx93oi8BEnEoBemGkeETesYOwKfXzFGIuQDiV-jcHAqxagOJ2Oc/s2592/1584934018858.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2592" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaXSFxR0kCjFiJqH8IyeDlT04iaZ-BY2F7v3SHvVgsy3KwGBSAndiyzgVfrcppKMqCDeRFsMY8-wIWEozlveFxByNOdx93oi8BEnEoBemGkeETesYOwKfXzFGIuQDiV-jcHAqxagOJ2Oc/w400-h300/1584934018858.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>She wore her sweater, just as the Icelanders do ... outdoors!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYSv5G1i93mzlgjZm6JXwU_GbUH9C1of886S341vgDhWyE0j-jRitzkSWtFl-J5DaurYG6buDUjol5vz5E1qB8aUpb3ZzwhWw28C_lnatDwefIXOG7MBcbI2VdXj7-jUVpCA3C3e49AWI/s1944/IMG_20200426_140157.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1458" data-original-width="1944" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYSv5G1i93mzlgjZm6JXwU_GbUH9C1of886S341vgDhWyE0j-jRitzkSWtFl-J5DaurYG6buDUjol5vz5E1qB8aUpb3ZzwhWw28C_lnatDwefIXOG7MBcbI2VdXj7-jUVpCA3C3e49AWI/w400-h300/IMG_20200426_140157.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Immediately after our class ended, Melissa knit one for her husband! There is nothing sweeter than a couple wearing hand knits! </div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Amber's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1COgYA5ed1vDM_frSYhPTYR-MhNYFzUXz0xPvMU48nWsbGln1EhN6tuJRw61ucfUAc_gpYIf82pRs6pWtNE39QZUmj-_PA08zkEbxu7aGvbyYKDrrJUcSGVyk2G2Z9VeV088GM3AjehA/s4032/20200222_162326.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1COgYA5ed1vDM_frSYhPTYR-MhNYFzUXz0xPvMU48nWsbGln1EhN6tuJRw61ucfUAc_gpYIf82pRs6pWtNE39QZUmj-_PA08zkEbxu7aGvbyYKDrrJUcSGVyk2G2Z9VeV088GM3AjehA/w400-h300/20200222_162326.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Amber knit a sweater for her son!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3bDGPfZYNtN9YxT-LY1EGXS-eX_gv3gSGOURcd1b0ZfpD-2CHj8vBMT2UFitKRCZxh7GsmHKkp1-5T84_psMaoKAzp_Cq3TS4uiqSrEfC9oQgOGT6OM2AfktLqRyn6t8EJYMzrcVu6I0/s4032/20200307_091911.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3bDGPfZYNtN9YxT-LY1EGXS-eX_gv3gSGOURcd1b0ZfpD-2CHj8vBMT2UFitKRCZxh7GsmHKkp1-5T84_psMaoKAzp_Cq3TS4uiqSrEfC9oQgOGT6OM2AfktLqRyn6t8EJYMzrcVu6I0/w400-h300/20200307_091911.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I love the bold use of gold contrasting with the blue on a natural background!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnWG-B7_wHo14TMdT1k31IPvFVo3_PbXQvB6aXAYv1veXd-Vax0U_TWJxwbeZtr6ZA2kH3rgOMuvvy01-LZhZcc7E8Kvjfp88VkG9KqgBUtKxLUFBSmapBE8CObeju62Hek_TqHWSW_DI/s4032/20200314_092042.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnWG-B7_wHo14TMdT1k31IPvFVo3_PbXQvB6aXAYv1veXd-Vax0U_TWJxwbeZtr6ZA2kH3rgOMuvvy01-LZhZcc7E8Kvjfp88VkG9KqgBUtKxLUFBSmapBE8CObeju62Hek_TqHWSW_DI/w300-h400/20200314_092042.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>The yoke design used with her chosen colors really brought out the graphic design of the chart!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc6knIDiyQgK5TWagCSNGzrDr7k-6DdT5dVlIQmPs41dScbJ5dtKSGl1JHE_XfTNGNGQpUOxh97sqBc5kzgU7ED5jYUP37Ep7UD8U4lMpJH_oNFhdl_uVyyELOwNg4jrDATU7u22xATm0/s4032/20200314_111752.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc6knIDiyQgK5TWagCSNGzrDr7k-6DdT5dVlIQmPs41dScbJ5dtKSGl1JHE_XfTNGNGQpUOxh97sqBc5kzgU7ED5jYUP37Ep7UD8U4lMpJH_oNFhdl_uVyyELOwNg4jrDATU7u22xATm0/w300-h400/20200314_111752.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>On a whim, she tried it on during our last class! It fit her as well! We all wonder ... who in her family has claim to this beautiful sweater? Love it!</div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Fe's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyk7jvG2MD9LjXFUsbYLjpSEwZab3KbVSZD4dga5DC6hqgxlxcPWwhnT7diMzDJYCUNjJf9QbhAGrqhVKQy5igazj9OtBliCgV-EkKyr4OawRANWmqeZdSrCS0_110MSUmdCH_C8xFB_o/s4032/20200307_092002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyk7jvG2MD9LjXFUsbYLjpSEwZab3KbVSZD4dga5DC6hqgxlxcPWwhnT7diMzDJYCUNjJf9QbhAGrqhVKQy5igazj9OtBliCgV-EkKyr4OawRANWmqeZdSrCS0_110MSUmdCH_C8xFB_o/w400-h300/20200307_092002.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Fe chose to use worsted weight yarn for her father's sweater.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYc2HPWVpsi5kYTf0p8yge6hsbvQ_6OAaLyuU74EB4DjZpJBoiZyunswU37Brikft05IFrf5wJZ91bpkmrpJzqmdt-ORjzdx-3AIZjrXLr_IdTGouk2wXxTaBFlVWO8VLJx7drqBxy3Fc/s4032/20200314_091128.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYc2HPWVpsi5kYTf0p8yge6hsbvQ_6OAaLyuU74EB4DjZpJBoiZyunswU37Brikft05IFrf5wJZ91bpkmrpJzqmdt-ORjzdx-3AIZjrXLr_IdTGouk2wXxTaBFlVWO8VLJx7drqBxy3Fc/w300-h400/20200314_091128.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>We all loved the rich colors she used!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzrrvZOE8gOmMfvs46PyHOQyIUvCJqAnT3HBkYJCf0jKSktI_p4CECY3NZe8-o0BQGx78ha5NioUb1ysC7fjhwlHj13Se95bzva_G4XxPAPk0mm-joKmh4jfGNsJwNTfTkPoNfFwyiacA/s1600/1592424358923.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzrrvZOE8gOmMfvs46PyHOQyIUvCJqAnT3HBkYJCf0jKSktI_p4CECY3NZe8-o0BQGx78ha5NioUb1ysC7fjhwlHj13Se95bzva_G4XxPAPk0mm-joKmh4jfGNsJwNTfTkPoNfFwyiacA/w300-h400/1592424358923.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>The perfect backdrop for an Icelandic inspired sweater ... snow!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHqRpzxu1W5VJ8AIpN-iXOAzsPyG9N9kWEoyVZxsywaGbJp08WOEWo97PYnzHvHefPJJshnFOwxG79Tr8xB87VUORTHGbkvKn_5RbkX4NXQtx9ZJc0KL3aelZ-3WTk0BI6J3Y0-vfND9I/s1600/1592424331302.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHqRpzxu1W5VJ8AIpN-iXOAzsPyG9N9kWEoyVZxsywaGbJp08WOEWo97PYnzHvHefPJJshnFOwxG79Tr8xB87VUORTHGbkvKn_5RbkX4NXQtx9ZJc0KL3aelZ-3WTk0BI6J3Y0-vfND9I/w300-h400/1592424331302.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><span style="caret-color: rgb(51, 103, 214);">I can easily imagine how handsome her father looks in his sweater ... and I look forward to running into him here in town while he is wearing it!</span></div><div><span style="caret-color: rgb(51, 103, 214);"><br /></span></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Lisa's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB5OpJuyfACM25l4P58awXFNItIWjEU2TI0UkMz16LApbca8iDRyb4Q7Oxr9W8ZDfpOPujXAvKank5qnhZ6YGeMSgfttRBxg_9POpD33HtmuSnaGUsVfuWk-0YSa3d3_rr-Y79FaDqbco/s4032/20200307_092102.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB5OpJuyfACM25l4P58awXFNItIWjEU2TI0UkMz16LApbca8iDRyb4Q7Oxr9W8ZDfpOPujXAvKank5qnhZ6YGeMSgfttRBxg_9POpD33HtmuSnaGUsVfuWk-0YSa3d3_rr-Y79FaDqbco/w400-h300/20200307_092102.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Lisa's sweater could easily be mistaken as a sweater directly from Iceland! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Auu1ils9_ic012qfGsmMgOipTCMjPP-hbhRebVI75n386vYxl6-F10NajPJcuJdAp9qoD7FMvslndrj0mltQILnqpe3BDAW5QRhygw1sv-KfN-xhBcM4sLrEqN3ujEmtgwDsvKzdyZw/s4032/20200314_091704.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Auu1ils9_ic012qfGsmMgOipTCMjPP-hbhRebVI75n386vYxl6-F10NajPJcuJdAp9qoD7FMvslndrj0mltQILnqpe3BDAW5QRhygw1sv-KfN-xhBcM4sLrEqN3ujEmtgwDsvKzdyZw/w300-h400/20200314_091704.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Most Icelandic sheep are white, resulting in that many of the sweaters seen in Iceland are white. The green Lisa chose as the accent color really makes the chart design shine!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOJz8xRlS6ZF4In4KxMElGbDwGbVRZactNxqXvECho6yKZqj5TUPwggb0uWB86CrqcIiXGLIzYb33oEbPdbSIzMWCsL5xAZ1maWAsKmUF06r9yUnkUzb50lH5MtbahYbv8rhCfg3BP8Ek/s2987/20200314_185100.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2987" data-original-width="1901" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOJz8xRlS6ZF4In4KxMElGbDwGbVRZactNxqXvECho6yKZqj5TUPwggb0uWB86CrqcIiXGLIzYb33oEbPdbSIzMWCsL5xAZ1maWAsKmUF06r9yUnkUzb50lH5MtbahYbv8rhCfg3BP8Ek/w255-h400/20200314_185100.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><div>Absolutely beautiful results ...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn7Ok6tYpCIhvwx1uvR2ZI_Tpt569UCCD_OkRlrx_k3Ko0I-69ub85oqTY0DLWRHwsT1zTpRZGuQ5TQA-aYbbdd28Neap4CmfXirEwrxTHil4SiFWuw21KaY46XsOOFThA4Hc213OH33E/s1832/1584933990526.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1832" data-original-width="1374" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn7Ok6tYpCIhvwx1uvR2ZI_Tpt569UCCD_OkRlrx_k3Ko0I-69ub85oqTY0DLWRHwsT1zTpRZGuQ5TQA-aYbbdd28Neap4CmfXirEwrxTHil4SiFWuw21KaY46XsOOFThA4Hc213OH33E/w300-h400/1584933990526.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>... and even more beautiful in the outdoors! </div><div> </div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Brooke's Journey</font></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdRT8AQ3SYqlBVDx_6CkfPEWYqbHpPhxXh-5iiX3pkM1wHZ-oSiAjMoZzAQm9ASkmIOllUsypPxI-x_Xml1YCGDWk0PEWsOT6hetHaIxf4iJMmm8RtVFqYrxIBwDGL4hNF4pDrB1xFUew/s4032/20200307_092148.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdRT8AQ3SYqlBVDx_6CkfPEWYqbHpPhxXh-5iiX3pkM1wHZ-oSiAjMoZzAQm9ASkmIOllUsypPxI-x_Xml1YCGDWk0PEWsOT6hetHaIxf4iJMmm8RtVFqYrxIBwDGL4hNF4pDrB1xFUew/w400-h300/20200307_092148.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Brooke grew up in a fishing family, so it was no surprise that she chose this design using a wave motif.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit_gc2RXwwq_p1tKrlyek26Gzzwk82oIp18kHVlixp_n5B7pSzA18tmjhjOpIwsUc4CToLvpFda35QEmd3Rea9bfUzQ_hlR-8hv80rASunHqqsv0PeAL2EbULZeYJDfwsUJoEzpbRy4q4/s1600/1584068497311.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit_gc2RXwwq_p1tKrlyek26Gzzwk82oIp18kHVlixp_n5B7pSzA18tmjhjOpIwsUc4CToLvpFda35QEmd3Rea9bfUzQ_hlR-8hv80rASunHqqsv0PeAL2EbULZeYJDfwsUJoEzpbRy4q4/w400-h300/1584068497311.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>The touch of lavender ... really dresses up the yoke design!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCD3R6In15MQRqEhgzLazBWVwoSBKZG88SiCPDy4NzayYxla-kxJcAwl5doDLO9fseLtXFE-cuoEtTnMxBA7YNobKxvQXPeg5VmmIDEPGdHO7H6FjDHmDQJsYlf0Zq8x6soKbOgZtLh64/s4032/20200314_093212.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCD3R6In15MQRqEhgzLazBWVwoSBKZG88SiCPDy4NzayYxla-kxJcAwl5doDLO9fseLtXFE-cuoEtTnMxBA7YNobKxvQXPeg5VmmIDEPGdHO7H6FjDHmDQJsYlf0Zq8x6soKbOgZtLh64/w300-h400/20200314_093212.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>A gorgeous finish! Love how the yoke frames her beautiful face!</div><div><br /></div><div><b><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Lauren's Journey</font></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGsMCBBm-jadj-iz-Thr1MknzAqk6JAdjNRan7RkhqeOtCpewWR99NkzG5uA_TX6SOIRrRuTIo7vueMKb85rUvVgoF-tNs60624R6uF0yXR0REVJ6IZlqBgdnAJ77Bupy4jRJrzcCYyAU/s4032/20200307_110535.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGsMCBBm-jadj-iz-Thr1MknzAqk6JAdjNRan7RkhqeOtCpewWR99NkzG5uA_TX6SOIRrRuTIo7vueMKb85rUvVgoF-tNs60624R6uF0yXR0REVJ6IZlqBgdnAJ77Bupy4jRJrzcCYyAU/w400-h300/20200307_110535.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Lauren chose the same design as Brooke ... and I love how each tweaked it and made the design their own!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmHpuCxJoEHaPMKiwePuGbrT7p-XbcfpSj0zcuEcnAgDkqN7Ndqj7JHftXEx-s5nkwoUB1pGjD_vEQWcW7_1MN4SaJXbaC7HAmxQpl0D65MfceBVUJJlLtkWFJh5ImlJojqFWoMwJP1W8/s4032/20200314_091344.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmHpuCxJoEHaPMKiwePuGbrT7p-XbcfpSj0zcuEcnAgDkqN7Ndqj7JHftXEx-s5nkwoUB1pGjD_vEQWcW7_1MN4SaJXbaC7HAmxQpl0D65MfceBVUJJlLtkWFJh5ImlJojqFWoMwJP1W8/w300-h400/20200314_091344.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Her first sweater and even with travels throughout the process, she finished it on time!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwHRPpj6zsLtI3eExY-u_0AukF-4BOInuzRFgozWIBehwlxwewQHP5IsmScgY9e9OcuMQJj7aXwZ4qba7GqhIU3Hjz5R24XKdH5SVeEq7w7mt8kZY7Gpx1YzsqvzgPhqRzSf0wh_ZtoVU/s3264/20200314_185027.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2115" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwHRPpj6zsLtI3eExY-u_0AukF-4BOInuzRFgozWIBehwlxwewQHP5IsmScgY9e9OcuMQJj7aXwZ4qba7GqhIU3Hjz5R24XKdH5SVeEq7w7mt8kZY7Gpx1YzsqvzgPhqRzSf0wh_ZtoVU/w259-h400/20200314_185027.jpg" width="259" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Look at that smile! She has every reason to be pleased with the beautiful results of her knitting!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdUAhPG3NlG3u0CWkiH3xtu4AfcG6ANTM1H9-5Uq7UHcSPpmq-uu_WPdLZbvSgRNIaGFZy1Dq5SsKri3o6N2RBp49lYXn164lO3n4O1sRJUJ5iNecMbj34MC4jgxy9ZVSp1vvdy1kmoiA/s750/IMG_20200413_082139_804.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="562" data-original-width="750" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdUAhPG3NlG3u0CWkiH3xtu4AfcG6ANTM1H9-5Uq7UHcSPpmq-uu_WPdLZbvSgRNIaGFZy1Dq5SsKri3o6N2RBp49lYXn164lO3n4O1sRJUJ5iNecMbj34MC4jgxy9ZVSp1vvdy1kmoiA/w400-h300/IMG_20200413_082139_804.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And here she is ... wearing it in the wild ... exactly where an inspired Icelandic sweater should be!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font color="#3367d6" size="5">Gabby's Journey</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4Lt3lkhQphLD6yQxxfyhz99vaGqvBURT4KoC_UFgEW7Ph5WLIFhINl9K8M8YiTT83eXJOsEgiDCdRvaeG-hAmnHvrjvqaxPpZ138FgVEsHjnlPvnhKqrD5YA-dYZ0_8PIWhZRssYwI8/s4032/20200307_095631.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4Lt3lkhQphLD6yQxxfyhz99vaGqvBURT4KoC_UFgEW7Ph5WLIFhINl9K8M8YiTT83eXJOsEgiDCdRvaeG-hAmnHvrjvqaxPpZ138FgVEsHjnlPvnhKqrD5YA-dYZ0_8PIWhZRssYwI8/w400-h300/20200307_095631.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Gabby's oldest son is a huge Star Wars fan! That alone makes this child one of my favorites! So she carefully chose a design and colors that would convince him that it was a Star Wars inspired sweater!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg404OmZyqNAqjd6zBSGot961CZlxAI1bsJCXX_ijNfolbsocdI2373NAj_zKMhfpN4_NlzCo7qh2u7hm7OoTaqzmqQoWpwlsUux5Fh10ui3jsAx0RoMJjkDXtgcM2yF-IXxj520T55iJs/s4032/IMG_2424.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg404OmZyqNAqjd6zBSGot961CZlxAI1bsJCXX_ijNfolbsocdI2373NAj_zKMhfpN4_NlzCo7qh2u7hm7OoTaqzmqQoWpwlsUux5Fh10ui3jsAx0RoMJjkDXtgcM2yF-IXxj520T55iJs/w400-h300/IMG_2424.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I think she nailed it! Members of the Rebel Alliance needed this sweater while on the planet Hoth!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAU9JqNkZnsIc8X8hW4BxrUDAfZ7qZzA3GSdgNTDm5SxnkPmYh86puyahMJs7gBLe38-3yFaU__5uSJ7x8TpZF6Y09XvUwaH4nuw1TB0Sj8y4F9g6tDe_4B13WOTfoDTJi__bWWqYcWkc/s4032/IMG_2415.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAU9JqNkZnsIc8X8hW4BxrUDAfZ7qZzA3GSdgNTDm5SxnkPmYh86puyahMJs7gBLe38-3yFaU__5uSJ7x8TpZF6Y09XvUwaH4nuw1TB0Sj8y4F9g6tDe_4B13WOTfoDTJi__bWWqYcWkc/w300-h400/IMG_2415.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As a young mother of two, we all know that what you do for one, must be done for the other! Immediately after finishing the Star Wars sweater, she made this adorable duck sweater for her youngest! Just so you know ... these two boys are just as sweet as their sweaters! Gabby has begun her third Icelandic inspired sweater ... this one is for her!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCI0Al1TGNO1s-4fOjrW4Ry17ukRVLFYgnpVV5ToyC21rLdrk6-aS4Q3oi1IxeypMQQ0EKZNUzVUy9URixNkqS3ZMxhNp7n605DWMaVU-8p9YwaudI6Pc_6vroFX85voEjJUQedeCjuu0/s4032/20200622_092150.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCI0Al1TGNO1s-4fOjrW4Ry17ukRVLFYgnpVV5ToyC21rLdrk6-aS4Q3oi1IxeypMQQ0EKZNUzVUy9URixNkqS3ZMxhNp7n605DWMaVU-8p9YwaudI6Pc_6vroFX85voEjJUQedeCjuu0/w400-h300/20200622_092150.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A special thanks to The Net Loft for providing the space and resources for our journey! We used this book that provided a wide variety of traditional Icelandic designs. It was great that The Net Loft staff was willing to special order the yarn colors each participant chose! That kind of customer service really enables the knitters to create one of a kind sweaters!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8YomV4AnuGI6obT-8bmucju5ODCUZMzbRf4APhyxv8esU55RTN2lievvQBv3nx-KsJfHoWHKJobOp9IGpMt4yqdtdyigueiZlQthVgixQh-3q9MzbzyiVQJkpeCWCKF8-dhG9Rc9ZFkk/s4032/IMG_2391.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8YomV4AnuGI6obT-8bmucju5ODCUZMzbRf4APhyxv8esU55RTN2lievvQBv3nx-KsJfHoWHKJobOp9IGpMt4yqdtdyigueiZlQthVgixQh-3q9MzbzyiVQJkpeCWCKF8-dhG9Rc9ZFkk/w400-h300/IMG_2391.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am so appreciative of each of the ten women who bravely followed me on this Icelandic inspired journey! Some were very experienced sweater knitters and others had never knit a sweater! It wasn't just the knitting ... they politely tolerated my nonstop chatter about all things Iceland! The last class was held on March 14th ... it was that evening that Mr and I began our <strike>quarantine</strike> staycation! Today marks the 99th day of social isolation ... ugh! I really appreciated that these women shared pics of their sweaters being worn and used as intended! But ... knitting is a tactile experience ... we touch and handle the yarn to create something that will be touched while worn. Once this staycation has ended ... I think we need a reunion ... an opportunity to see and touch one another's knitting!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div><div><br /></div></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-26811137454445048542020-06-17T07:23:00.001-08:002020-06-17T07:23:49.139-08:00Mrs. DillyDally is a Podcast Guest! <div><br /></div>OMGosh Good Golly! I am so honored ... overwhelmed ... and excited to be a guest on the radio podcast <a href="https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/radio.htm" target="_blank">Create with Heidi</a>!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4hozIQjSXpCv5uBP9ib8jgkwq8GSaVZ-1JSpjSKE4s0Z8t4dVaJJGGWLyQfMfivKogOBuve2VsYJqDSNSnZEDAVMohbymrsqkgUNInQmvB3dQa5BakmGhUKBS69zKrjeel6hvm_irDjM/s940/103519308_3171021569586234_4016524579318800509_n.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="335" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4hozIQjSXpCv5uBP9ib8jgkwq8GSaVZ-1JSpjSKE4s0Z8t4dVaJJGGWLyQfMfivKogOBuve2VsYJqDSNSnZEDAVMohbymrsqkgUNInQmvB3dQa5BakmGhUKBS69zKrjeel6hvm_irDjM/w400-h335/103519308_3171021569586234_4016524579318800509_n.png" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>When I refer to myself as a "nobody that lives in the middle of nowhere"... many think I'm joking, but it is actually the truth! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwgHNkMii3IOvM0zMAT9qnAEIGjk51ElPWqtiHgSpszI4Wb1iwOVT-Vd9S95PRDDhjtmY0E60_gonaWijw86tuCjomli7hXhYA65f8JgSOL-nj4Ma3SOck9MhEtJAqvl_hHD9ybPcfqFc/s300/heidi_head_shot_august_2015_300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwgHNkMii3IOvM0zMAT9qnAEIGjk51ElPWqtiHgSpszI4Wb1iwOVT-Vd9S95PRDDhjtmY0E60_gonaWijw86tuCjomli7hXhYA65f8JgSOL-nj4Ma3SOck9MhEtJAqvl_hHD9ybPcfqFc/w375-h375/heidi_head_shot_august_2015_300.jpg" width="375" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>To think that someone like Heidi Kaisand would take an interest in me and my <strike>non</strike>funsense literally blows my socks off! Heidi is a pillar of the quilting community ... she served as the Editor of <a href="https://www.allpeoplequilt.com" target="_blank">American Patchwork and Quilting</a> magazine for 17 years ... she was the National Sales Manager for <a href="https://www.apqs.com" target="_blank">APQS long arm machines</a> ... is the owner and editor of <a href="https://www.americanquiltretailer.com" target="_blank">American Quilt Retailer </a>magazine ... and she owns and operates a destination quilt shop and retreat center, <a href="https://www.henandchicksstudio.com" target="_blank">Hen & Chicks Studio</a> in Iowa! And to think she took an interest and invited me for an interview is just overwhelming!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnDmFmeWBwwljSq9dzD-RE6ZKnndRHNHPNlHXdQaLXWEvYCa-Mcwh2tg0fQOf9Ff-5czKy8b0O1nI5ugdHUyq34IZy0PtHVpn92iW5Vxc2b_yH3enzwwO-hOgS3JyxAdIEFc2kH2BIr9Q/s840/WomanMagazineWEB-556x840.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="840" data-original-width="556" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnDmFmeWBwwljSq9dzD-RE6ZKnndRHNHPNlHXdQaLXWEvYCa-Mcwh2tg0fQOf9Ff-5czKy8b0O1nI5ugdHUyq34IZy0PtHVpn92iW5Vxc2b_yH3enzwwO-hOgS3JyxAdIEFc2kH2BIr9Q/w265-h400/WomanMagazineWEB-556x840.jpg" width="265" /></a></div> I have been following and shopping with Hen & Chicks Studio for several years now! Because I live in a remote area, I find a lot of useful information through the shop's social media venues! I encourage everyone to involve themselves in the many online opportunities available from her through her shop! They have great customer service when it comes to online shopping as well! Ask me how I know! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjko-_-tfVwiXbHX7zq1ZF_MwbUmkgAq0FhJe_pnbBAf6TStY0AtJAHNfQB1tThtn8ntTTXVsoJy8jYgvaThIKRiaK7WE77DaRfMpxoVHx_o0C0JxUinz6ZzMoy9DX3qWKn5SeZtHfTlhQ/s265/250x265_20200123_120639jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="265" data-original-width="250" height="331" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjko-_-tfVwiXbHX7zq1ZF_MwbUmkgAq0FhJe_pnbBAf6TStY0AtJAHNfQB1tThtn8ntTTXVsoJy8jYgvaThIKRiaK7WE77DaRfMpxoVHx_o0C0JxUinz6ZzMoy9DX3qWKn5SeZtHfTlhQ/w313-h331/250x265_20200123_120639jpg.jpg" width="313" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>If you would like to hear my interview, <a href="https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/radio.htm" target="_blank">it can be found here</a>. Scroll down and click the link with my photo! I cannot thank Heidi enough ... for her interest in my dillydally silliness and our remote corner of the planet! She ... and all she does ... is a blessing to many!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-22962275356178048092020-06-16T17:42:00.001-08:002020-06-16T17:56:51.328-08:00Star Travel!When you live in the middle of nowhere ... travel is important. This pandemic has turned our lives upside down in so many ways. 😷 Sew ... since it is impossible to travel currently, I have been revisiting some of my past travels! <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2ZxjSZIC27klk78juxxp98lvGkdxKLsSMpqIA76MKemSk0eMAsj0ubVKT39Y0D4q9yVsEU7jmUlI90wMlV5erc3KWiu8aptSVS7yTVirLXQNVz3dZqe5O5AgwZ6KSEPd1dA7EEuUM0R8/s4032/20200609_152933.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2ZxjSZIC27klk78juxxp98lvGkdxKLsSMpqIA76MKemSk0eMAsj0ubVKT39Y0D4q9yVsEU7jmUlI90wMlV5erc3KWiu8aptSVS7yTVirLXQNVz3dZqe5O5AgwZ6KSEPd1dA7EEuUM0R8/w400-h300/20200609_152933.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you know that this flimsy is a recent finish. But what you may not know is that it represents travel, a Quilt Rock Star, and my first dillydally splurge! Here's the back story ...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyqZgzMj3btL_0MFR4ZMKs1MYiRWYB0YdhShh6otmt5HiE2js7QWKPu5PPw4VTLhAoFrMNdJ8zbop-xW6oLGKzesInI0D54geXpKgzvvjjp9ycbLnMz-RP_7QcHL9iKXBGqt6i-iJc7Pk/s1018/Screen-Shot-2018-03-08-at-1.05.49-PM.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="688" data-original-width="1018" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyqZgzMj3btL_0MFR4ZMKs1MYiRWYB0YdhShh6otmt5HiE2js7QWKPu5PPw4VTLhAoFrMNdJ8zbop-xW6oLGKzesInI0D54geXpKgzvvjjp9ycbLnMz-RP_7QcHL9iKXBGqt6i-iJc7Pk/w400-h270/Screen-Shot-2018-03-08-at-1.05.49-PM.png" width="400" /></a></div><div>The summer of 2017 had been particularly rough ... and it was difficult to recover from emotionally. I caught wind that Martingale Publishing and Moda Fabrics were planning a huge quilt event for summer of 2018. Just the medicine my weary heart needed! I checked in with their sites every day in early 2018 ... and signed on the moment registration opened! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4HSFExeEX1QJbjUupZTMBnftMddlnDYncOyMlM6xxNajvydIW7Ge_A_7SUVNFmTxz7PgmY9bTFFRAJ6ry4SLKPbgJc2tJjQiRaUO7nPl32C21qlgyE5hLGZj7GCWojcslsoTEQRvff8/s1000/Quiltstock-teachers.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4HSFExeEX1QJbjUupZTMBnftMddlnDYncOyMlM6xxNajvydIW7Ge_A_7SUVNFmTxz7PgmY9bTFFRAJ6ry4SLKPbgJc2tJjQiRaUO7nPl32C21qlgyE5hLGZj7GCWojcslsoTEQRvff8/w400-h400/Quiltstock-teachers.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>I was so excited ... 5 days of quilting and learning with 5 Quilt Rock Stars! Heaven on earth for Mrs. DillyDally!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Dr0FXJI2IGzDPJ0gf3rqe5MZvMe1M6JwXY4lMkDi8dFxD04zJaTWaMAg0y1XRRJ3IPXoEajrQYJBqGN5UEpSwkemshYNodYQXrQ8iqM5dIwyGGcIId9jH-NPhME8xkIXr_N5vmygP9g/s4032/20180724_130802.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Dr0FXJI2IGzDPJ0gf3rqe5MZvMe1M6JwXY4lMkDi8dFxD04zJaTWaMAg0y1XRRJ3IPXoEajrQYJBqGN5UEpSwkemshYNodYQXrQ8iqM5dIwyGGcIId9jH-NPhME8xkIXr_N5vmygP9g/w300-h400/20180724_130802.jpg" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Opening Day Quilt</td></tr></tbody></table><div>I have been a long time fan of Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company! Needless to say I was super excited about her Opening Day Class!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDSj8vxT7vquojUKPn4EbmjhHi9GXrkhR2tPxMGncmqexcJyrKWbf6cYhS9ac5oeYLQXYYpBPZrYallogS37Ekzz-YeYHvfLDjUC5OpM1_6JPYcNg5LX6BjbuLgmA0SXRAUWkFIJNE8lA/s4032/20180724_170624.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDSj8vxT7vquojUKPn4EbmjhHi9GXrkhR2tPxMGncmqexcJyrKWbf6cYhS9ac5oeYLQXYYpBPZrYallogS37Ekzz-YeYHvfLDjUC5OpM1_6JPYcNg5LX6BjbuLgmA0SXRAUWkFIJNE8lA/w400-h300/20180724_170624.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>After years of learning from her patterns ... it was amazing to learn from her directly!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVMAOlL0t-PdZzBNWbymJnOx5MUQdD-s3JBOUOU82ujtWVDSnnL_cPqK38mVU7QsQw4QEM9-d6-dABu5-FR1Cl9y0DxkpWvv9V9mbySm7CfSjLt6h59rj13mH2_iNseqFZzxJy9NTN0O8/s4032/20180724_130811.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVMAOlL0t-PdZzBNWbymJnOx5MUQdD-s3JBOUOU82ujtWVDSnnL_cPqK38mVU7QsQw4QEM9-d6-dABu5-FR1Cl9y0DxkpWvv9V9mbySm7CfSjLt6h59rj13mH2_iNseqFZzxJy9NTN0O8/w400-h300/20180724_130811.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>She taught us the many different ways to create the flying geese units that are the primary element in the Opening Day quilt!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrAKKYiia-E2YgOiMgKzWxShyz7MBtFqXyVHMg7vwc6JFcmVzOSGd8y5HDmpTPt3RAQFpGmeKRNXXSRRf9pSQxLzouTQjuqOd1m48M9EX8AVNxTyBukd7ErMiWWad3lvQvEOLut2P1_cM/s4032/20180724_171941.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrAKKYiia-E2YgOiMgKzWxShyz7MBtFqXyVHMg7vwc6JFcmVzOSGd8y5HDmpTPt3RAQFpGmeKRNXXSRRf9pSQxLzouTQjuqOd1m48M9EX8AVNxTyBukd7ErMiWWad3lvQvEOLut2P1_cM/w400-h300/20180724_171941.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Our half day class with Carrie went by far too quickly! I ended the session with four star blocks pieced!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyxxP7WufcaBKre_-XhIx4BDuyEw5Gd7mrvLL5yKP_1tRwC4AF6n6G7P7HvYiOe3KyUQQ9t6oCItLpwPtWIZReT4iW1uhHg_MBHTYZyxxHbgAvLqm0u_Eo8udiwAig3p4ZSUKAwy7gzOU/s4032/20180724_211906.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyxxP7WufcaBKre_-XhIx4BDuyEw5Gd7mrvLL5yKP_1tRwC4AF6n6G7P7HvYiOe3KyUQQ9t6oCItLpwPtWIZReT4iW1uhHg_MBHTYZyxxHbgAvLqm0u_Eo8udiwAig3p4ZSUKAwy7gzOU/w300-h400/20180724_211906.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>This was my sewing station while at the event! I fell in love with the machine I used that week. It came home to Alaska ... my future daughter-in-law purchased it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZfvfaNyKDHHaZc0p6-34lhM-nXJFKv2ajaxFNa4gmjswDO5yVwgzQSTnZ26dLzq7pR7xAc7baKOwoij6XexwS5rn7IPMBtBWosWCMbOAYQfUx2KlH3hgYdKg7JbiPGSdGPubKxOEvcA/s2974/20200322_163137.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2974" data-original-width="2974" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZfvfaNyKDHHaZc0p6-34lhM-nXJFKv2ajaxFNa4gmjswDO5yVwgzQSTnZ26dLzq7pR7xAc7baKOwoij6XexwS5rn7IPMBtBWosWCMbOAYQfUx2KlH3hgYdKg7JbiPGSdGPubKxOEvcA/w400-h400/20200322_163137.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>For the two past years this quilt has been patiently waiting ... I had finished the other three projects from this retreat earlier. I plan to keep this one for myself, so it was always put aside as other projects went to the front of the line.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7psc_t2cDnBGg4TU-VM1zercJ0mQ7MuuV2x_ZStlVHHGO_vAe-ndu-s8eVevxr-DrgXhfuH_lorRKpanChCl0uIXM0w9ZiZAEFRTeFDlPpdwufze3iYZOle4wy9P9LQyIRe5vWzWE9m0/s4032/20200329_081933.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7psc_t2cDnBGg4TU-VM1zercJ0mQ7MuuV2x_ZStlVHHGO_vAe-ndu-s8eVevxr-DrgXhfuH_lorRKpanChCl0uIXM0w9ZiZAEFRTeFDlPpdwufze3iYZOle4wy9P9LQyIRe5vWzWE9m0/w400-h300/20200329_081933.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>When mask making took precedence ... I needed a leader & ender to fill in ... then it hit me! All those flying geese units would serve that purpose perfectly! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlXCmlclklacqAKVF7X6rcGIFLsUsglHyFRyC4Owl8A9dV31jUdQRQH7Zqhxlr9R21Hl-XfZrBhob82kRMMVH2eQDlkHoonWNSsk7H1w8k7xgR5TYRydDOAGhEtvRqHc6p6v2tbiOY3Kc/s4032/20200330_111824.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlXCmlclklacqAKVF7X6rcGIFLsUsglHyFRyC4Owl8A9dV31jUdQRQH7Zqhxlr9R21Hl-XfZrBhob82kRMMVH2eQDlkHoonWNSsk7H1w8k7xgR5TYRydDOAGhEtvRqHc6p6v2tbiOY3Kc/w400-h300/20200330_111824.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Flying geese made their way into stars ...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzCc_E8XHOOjY28Z8Zk2xtMFKLALUd3SAQ3p3rVh879Mom8fr6EgronvJpEUjqirlf2g7dVqMCGneSHh4UoFgbz3PrVpXVKjqhTUNHXYQACeinEOS4FaGdEUlVTGTdM_FnLSbX9E4bjRQ/s4032/20200416_104030.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzCc_E8XHOOjY28Z8Zk2xtMFKLALUd3SAQ3p3rVh879Mom8fr6EgronvJpEUjqirlf2g7dVqMCGneSHh4UoFgbz3PrVpXVKjqhTUNHXYQACeinEOS4FaGdEUlVTGTdM_FnLSbX9E4bjRQ/w400-h300/20200416_104030.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>... stars began to multiply ...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_15bE55eHlZMpj-8KXnkb1xDLW1cLkYW48v00pZRegdZa1l11CLibMpYF4wAiUQVZOae696G7LD_eFpiANzShKk9YbBkCGeCReaa1RtHRKBi7D3c7-Dd4QJyLZp1-6ISg3iYjh5PNi6A/s4032/20200420_164441.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_15bE55eHlZMpj-8KXnkb1xDLW1cLkYW48v00pZRegdZa1l11CLibMpYF4wAiUQVZOae696G7LD_eFpiANzShKk9YbBkCGeCReaa1RtHRKBi7D3c7-Dd4QJyLZp1-6ISg3iYjh5PNi6A/w400-h300/20200420_164441.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>... and before long the stars were pieced! How I love the magic of leaders & enders!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7YwQ9m6u1sd1VdAPI-AtS7Tji4bN9a32Yo4i5ch8jDPCFZpw6ntEdEEyM0p31Aq2UdVDxhhtKaJDavwpUM3DqWVcL4Kmqe1LW1MII3uxGSPJ88B21jSXeMY1C989nxi6EUlTL4ZChnE/s4032/20200424_151904.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7YwQ9m6u1sd1VdAPI-AtS7Tji4bN9a32Yo4i5ch8jDPCFZpw6ntEdEEyM0p31Aq2UdVDxhhtKaJDavwpUM3DqWVcL4Kmqe1LW1MII3uxGSPJ88B21jSXeMY1C989nxi6EUlTL4ZChnE/w400-h300/20200424_151904.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Initially I thought I could just randomly piece the rows together ... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTEqK0o9VBv6fITT2qiwzt_Ts8w_ErMHGeANQV8BIFjb0SCdx2yrTgEI7c6GT43dnZmr81NbOVm7p0md_HaZFrzrYPgGW7IT-eon8_0oq8jHw0mDiJ_lsM3w1xO-aovnPTn-rDHqLWatw/s4032/20200504_135922.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTEqK0o9VBv6fITT2qiwzt_Ts8w_ErMHGeANQV8BIFjb0SCdx2yrTgEI7c6GT43dnZmr81NbOVm7p0md_HaZFrzrYPgGW7IT-eon8_0oq8jHw0mDiJ_lsM3w1xO-aovnPTn-rDHqLWatw/w400-h300/20200504_135922.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>... because the red advances so much over the blue, I soon realized that a layout was necessary!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpFMX97K1rhOklo6mXMg1eXRj87J-D-YkcuVOzO3MZXf20M1ysm3UuNRPIAhQMzrAg7lM8wStvFZNXB0Xy_NB5VHqnXXxukn6eTO8ju0wui2v-LIWrOD9ZuBb9PlGWHE_evhi3k_zLV2o/s4032/20200524_090848.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpFMX97K1rhOklo6mXMg1eXRj87J-D-YkcuVOzO3MZXf20M1ysm3UuNRPIAhQMzrAg7lM8wStvFZNXB0Xy_NB5VHqnXXxukn6eTO8ju0wui2v-LIWrOD9ZuBb9PlGWHE_evhi3k_zLV2o/w400-h300/20200524_090848.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>That done ... it was time to piece rows ...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEyubrjrHoJoYXt9mT649CnEs-1pySdLniCnJDVKJqTadMS3umYBKmuOb4lmDdHN9ehSEUrkErYmeKAD2NR2XzE5G3NpR2fOIP-s1sGbOafxD6uynrgXO7JQO8o6B3c1eyVBWjJp-fyS0/s4032/20200527_094000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEyubrjrHoJoYXt9mT649CnEs-1pySdLniCnJDVKJqTadMS3umYBKmuOb4lmDdHN9ehSEUrkErYmeKAD2NR2XzE5G3NpR2fOIP-s1sGbOafxD6uynrgXO7JQO8o6B3c1eyVBWjJp-fyS0/w400-h300/20200527_094000.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>And then sew the rows together!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1qZuaNhdpYZRmNscuIj6g1agYu-ALQFaJuZ-JR1G7xklrRFZDPfTKNy86h9VQGO-aP1TIZjITv7fejQJ_OibXQr8EN2n9oCl6Pqx-EgqOEialvxEW-X6wJUdqUazkUqx8Js9jmrnwLhI/s3875/20200527_140619.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2906" data-original-width="3875" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1qZuaNhdpYZRmNscuIj6g1agYu-ALQFaJuZ-JR1G7xklrRFZDPfTKNy86h9VQGO-aP1TIZjITv7fejQJ_OibXQr8EN2n9oCl6Pqx-EgqOEialvxEW-X6wJUdqUazkUqx8Js9jmrnwLhI/w400-h300/20200527_140619.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>The center of the quilt was pieced ... 144 flying geese units had been pieced! I was sew happy with the results!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi40Hr1c9suw91KTSq4ZNCjhiU7B-or0O-0sM8lawzuesDpwYdUeV6GjudSXVXEuHORW62HOyyD53hcEq3UA5yQ2dM7TVaKU1ODHAtv4QsHEBVwho4AbnhOkTiCa3H4rb5hF5cmjCwXUgE/s4032/20200529_111613.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi40Hr1c9suw91KTSq4ZNCjhiU7B-or0O-0sM8lawzuesDpwYdUeV6GjudSXVXEuHORW62HOyyD53hcEq3UA5yQ2dM7TVaKU1ODHAtv4QsHEBVwho4AbnhOkTiCa3H4rb5hF5cmjCwXUgE/w300-h400/20200529_111613.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>More masks ... more flying geese for the borders! Before long the 182 were done!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JcHJI5SqUQgZ0TzqE9utaHK_EcwhDBjVFO3Xxf7m2saZWdbaal8X4I7ISZQYkXodwYJVsMfi3BrF6FM8kzbDX6WmDLXzl_CRQ18-QpjHT1uktEJuLt0pTLBUEHPM0_AbsPzIGpq7lss/s4032/20200531_090500.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7JcHJI5SqUQgZ0TzqE9utaHK_EcwhDBjVFO3Xxf7m2saZWdbaal8X4I7ISZQYkXodwYJVsMfi3BrF6FM8kzbDX6WmDLXzl_CRQ18-QpjHT1uktEJuLt0pTLBUEHPM0_AbsPzIGpq7lss/w400-h300/20200531_090500.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Because the red wants to dominate I made the design decision not to use any red in the outer boarder. I used a fat quarter pack for this project.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtEo6pdBo1gu-2eSiCd_81kLQlSzN4mBYl5Vga6JSh6ypBkLOo9FB6kN69On1X1dHc6wyTJRp7Jm-l6yUCd4IeW6jfgPAQrUJoLXZ6r1ZhN9fCyaBOVauWagsBQkXezSLEPEW708kfy68/s4032/20200601_161052.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtEo6pdBo1gu-2eSiCd_81kLQlSzN4mBYl5Vga6JSh6ypBkLOo9FB6kN69On1X1dHc6wyTJRp7Jm-l6yUCd4IeW6jfgPAQrUJoLXZ6r1ZhN9fCyaBOVauWagsBQkXezSLEPEW708kfy68/w400-h300/20200601_161052.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>That design decision meant that I quickly ran out of blue fabric. Uh-Oh! I only had enough for two borders! Yep ... I panicked!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCLVdYAMNmf7-xpjpefU7-rHQk5iOO16vHelMqGy5fdgE53zkO9faCT2fD2OJogcoOb__PYEMvjdZTwO8DxhCUp3Rc7kKXRzQ_52Dh4MoIyNMs_cocYP9XtNGDrBoPgeAXtnaZ9a1VS-k/s4032/20200606_093308.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCLVdYAMNmf7-xpjpefU7-rHQk5iOO16vHelMqGy5fdgE53zkO9faCT2fD2OJogcoOb__PYEMvjdZTwO8DxhCUp3Rc7kKXRzQ_52Dh4MoIyNMs_cocYP9XtNGDrBoPgeAXtnaZ9a1VS-k/w300-h400/20200606_093308.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div>Remember, this project is from 2018 ... the worry is not being able to find any! An internet search led me to a shop in Washington that had a fat eighth pack! I couldn't believe it! The quilting gods were smiling on me!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7IO7UomK-5k09xUmaBRRiRu0uxZ7pG9VJIK6qll-T6pu2CkPSeRvYTGQdjTcXVoqLvYmDwYIpUNFlCkjurSmy1VmWcQR6DSAcWzVu6ioaB3RpVv4s12r2jyE0rKNCbYwVRrJnwjzEfdo/s4032/20200608_120847.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7IO7UomK-5k09xUmaBRRiRu0uxZ7pG9VJIK6qll-T6pu2CkPSeRvYTGQdjTcXVoqLvYmDwYIpUNFlCkjurSmy1VmWcQR6DSAcWzVu6ioaB3RpVv4s12r2jyE0rKNCbYwVRrJnwjzEfdo/w400-h300/20200608_120847.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>As soon as it arrived ... I got busy! Third border on and only one to go!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMBtWP3bKVyNJ_3P8M3_05JqwBkfSy03pGRxNXzQm3FEOwgA2AIs2fgotkRnr4AP6bZOCoH7ig8SageUw6xLyrpOgrewXDLP22xEExiTByQFVSdzeIO98GJbUjF5gtSgz6GkMQKVqUl2I/s4032/20200616_102410.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMBtWP3bKVyNJ_3P8M3_05JqwBkfSy03pGRxNXzQm3FEOwgA2AIs2fgotkRnr4AP6bZOCoH7ig8SageUw6xLyrpOgrewXDLP22xEExiTByQFVSdzeIO98GJbUjF5gtSgz6GkMQKVqUl2I/w400-h300/20200616_102410.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Now to find backing! Checked one of my favorite places to shop online, <a href="https://www.keepsakecottagefabrics.com" target="_blank">Keepsake Cottage Quilt and Fabric Shop</a>, and they had the perfect print for a backing! They mailed it the same day I ordered it ... I had it within 3 days! Such great customer service ... plus they gifted me with a pin! 💗 This pattern is in Carrie Nelson's book, Miss Rosie's Farmhouse Favorites. It has several great quilt patterns! You can find the <a href="https://www.shopmartingale.com/miss-rosies-farmhouse-favorites.html" target="_blank">book here</a>, it is published by <a href="https://www.martingale-pub.com" target="_blank">Martingale Publishing</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_sjlglWa__H98wspWlAiWGsvIuvThR-BrSPpPcBjmAo6hkKBmLwrfFBGg44O53e6fzzPSKNMmeLNYArICxnTfqzYYTXkfHmSgKBEuWK8oGIxdkIsbrDxacOgWfcc5uJLiSGE2HAPa_uc/s4032/20200609_152910.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_sjlglWa__H98wspWlAiWGsvIuvThR-BrSPpPcBjmAo6hkKBmLwrfFBGg44O53e6fzzPSKNMmeLNYArICxnTfqzYYTXkfHmSgKBEuWK8oGIxdkIsbrDxacOgWfcc5uJLiSGE2HAPa_uc/w400-h300/20200609_152910.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div>Love that mask making led to the completion of this quilt! I look forward to having it quilted soon! Revisiting the splurge of Quiltstock 2018 and keeping this quilt as a souvenir ... serves as a bit of respite from our troubles and concerns! Do dillydally! It helps!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div style="text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-68801042093292907882020-06-11T10:24:00.002-08:002020-06-11T21:42:31.080-08:00Scrap Happy Fun!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Those who know me well as a quilter ... know that I am an unapologetic lover of scrap quilts! And the scrappier they are ... the better! I have had my eye on a scrap pattern called <a href="https://kitchen-table-quilting.myshopify.com/products/plaid-ish-scrap-quilt-tutorial" target="_blank">Plaidish </a>for quite some time. But just couldn't motivate myself to pull out my stash and start cutting it out!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimZUIlp9aIkaE4wMjizyq5IeMtK_O2VpGenlThsKtqWzV0t5JDkhT3WmzZlh364336kCGPqOunve6mdwMCHBt8OXO2m_mxsZEQKjX0uvXbhn8OMR6hzHQPiwKdIrSSgJJ-m-Z-A4j7FYY/s3908/20200529_154638.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2931" data-original-width="3908" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimZUIlp9aIkaE4wMjizyq5IeMtK_O2VpGenlThsKtqWzV0t5JDkhT3WmzZlh364336kCGPqOunve6mdwMCHBt8OXO2m_mxsZEQKjX0uvXbhn8OMR6hzHQPiwKdIrSSgJJ-m-Z-A4j7FYY/w400-h300/20200529_154638.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When there is a need ... motivation is provided for you ... I started digging through my stash! Here in DillyDallydom we began our <strike>quarantine</strike> staycation March 15th, within days a friend contacted me about making masks for her family.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwKtuiFHdSp2zBPqyQWhDTbVgYak9239MKx7gEFOcXA8ggIhe1ZBwd3XgkYa1zjAgVJTBg1aOw3d2a2F3TDXAaJwAe-Ir25ikRGHffOyc9B9cTbt1uX9Mn-qZNTamRYWUPHAR9gBsYByA/s4032/20200409_215144.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwKtuiFHdSp2zBPqyQWhDTbVgYak9239MKx7gEFOcXA8ggIhe1ZBwd3XgkYa1zjAgVJTBg1aOw3d2a2F3TDXAaJwAe-Ir25ikRGHffOyc9B9cTbt1uX9Mn-qZNTamRYWUPHAR9gBsYByA/w400-h300/20200409_215144.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Like many who sew ... the mask making marathon began! </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcu638i0BhunXyJewpUwMwExGlC99MyqZUi2WZ30hLhkfBV9ixcPwUdrNsyH9gLSIx5E12BWgypAeHIyj_wxdQvuFc7zqA5mfTxGWbR8CP_291IEo5nJyhmqdsg5U8zNwAJvPoWA_nEP8/s2600/1586656374812.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2600" data-original-width="1953" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcu638i0BhunXyJewpUwMwExGlC99MyqZUi2WZ30hLhkfBV9ixcPwUdrNsyH9gLSIx5E12BWgypAeHIyj_wxdQvuFc7zqA5mfTxGWbR8CP_291IEo5nJyhmqdsg5U8zNwAJvPoWA_nEP8/w300-h400/1586656374812.jpg" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sister & SIL DillyDally</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Humor is a coping mechanism in the DillyDally family ... so I made Star Wars themed masks for all three households in our family. We are huge fans ... our first date was The Empire Strikes Back!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmGsGUGxY16NEbfwhgkWLWSrAqmN2DJzwVs0mbYogB2f6twPAmFvsVquOU0r4232n5yXcZmbCwGfAOzFERrp2mDrxjXUn4Y2NJ8yn938vmXqZExI0AmetHluXe9YaE_z14B5LKoxcGw8g/s750/91444629_2501171676802748_2264492283858518016_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="750" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmGsGUGxY16NEbfwhgkWLWSrAqmN2DJzwVs0mbYogB2f6twPAmFvsVquOU0r4232n5yXcZmbCwGfAOzFERrp2mDrxjXUn4Y2NJ8yn938vmXqZExI0AmetHluXe9YaE_z14B5LKoxcGw8g/w400-h300/91444629_2501171676802748_2264492283858518016_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Love that this family sent me a pic of them wearing the masks I made for them! The young women were former students and participated in my Hogwarts Knit & Lit group! I had to dig deep to find this Harry Potter fabric as it was from a quilt I made my son 20+ years ago! My intent was to make masks that helped people maintain their health ... and perhaps spread a smile or two as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://kitchen-table-quilting.myshopify.com/products/plaid-ish-scrap-quilt-tutorial" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6pwfhPoXF0y1uTifpcmqeWDi9klYRedQgDePz3mh3boTaSmQZowxOF7yKDzJTd8mmCqjxilVsYl41Lbf7bupiKzAOa5KbAIr0NStPyTH2iuTIdYIPDtkeaU2DC5oTlwynZW1vrK2Jd2s/w400-h300/20200411_090914.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since the stash was being unpacked in order to make masks ... it only made sense to cut out the pieces for a scrap quilt as well! Plaidish is <a href="https://kitchen-table-quilting.myshopify.com/products/plaid-ish-scrap-quilt-tutorial" target="_blank">a free pattern that can be downloaded here</a>! It uses only squares and rectangles ... easy to cut out! Fabric needs to be identified by value ... light, medium and dark!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc89S05QEBRfcb0PWQP0LwrQI-RLw1rK8hWoISsCSrjdxil7zNM3BG65tI79ha5njjLUJKunguyb9lQeDkTWypIZ4DQOegB7rms9Lddm13SO4f7Ydxnp8GrtP2SS1R-8HWjmG606SU7W0/s4032/20200423_061818.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc89S05QEBRfcb0PWQP0LwrQI-RLw1rK8hWoISsCSrjdxil7zNM3BG65tI79ha5njjLUJKunguyb9lQeDkTWypIZ4DQOegB7rms9Lddm13SO4f7Ydxnp8GrtP2SS1R-8HWjmG606SU7W0/w400-h300/20200423_061818.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have been <strike>hoarding</strike> collecting fabric for 40 years ... I didn't anticipate the emotions ... my stash is filled with memories! I remember when my daughter chose this bright kitty fabric!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIKSGzHredfQBbK2BB7Xf_ToEgrj4VURqxJp6xApIrC2u8_fArHFfcnWtnKuV4Ykg2c4mqS4XrOZz_H7AxDQvva26GqhrXfdz7LPagr3ZupqUZbV_p482Xn9tHjsVzAie0Y2y_bDQ63MQ/s4032/20200424_151927.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIKSGzHredfQBbK2BB7Xf_ToEgrj4VURqxJp6xApIrC2u8_fArHFfcnWtnKuV4Ykg2c4mqS4XrOZz_H7AxDQvva26GqhrXfdz7LPagr3ZupqUZbV_p482Xn9tHjsVzAie0Y2y_bDQ63MQ/w400-h300/20200424_151927.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mask making continued ... as did my piles of scrap pieces!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKriYUPT6fKNGk3LmcMs3du64KQNxUUSHcar1eesoouNmXDjbDFMHf_U0tdqZTEhKhglUceEEtKNHO6Jusiu6fbxRPIYEY4xdls27mV6LAE0j-kynGxSb5LAeYNB41QGbU7NwagT3I104/s4032/20200429_071957.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKriYUPT6fKNGk3LmcMs3du64KQNxUUSHcar1eesoouNmXDjbDFMHf_U0tdqZTEhKhglUceEEtKNHO6Jusiu6fbxRPIYEY4xdls27mV6LAE0j-kynGxSb5LAeYNB41QGbU7NwagT3I104/w300-h400/20200429_071957.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Feeling groovy! Leftovers from the border of the second quilt Sister made! Yep ... this was made into a mask! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1xlS9j_KhUJGpfMxkZb83PbOiMmhc62rIGoZVGBU2T1ImZAaPL92By6ql2j7o6sGZzp45EiFghO3dm5-dTW2HEcusYyZku-YbqLPOjKA3EDhVxERGJiJAWoh1jwWSpEiI2DEdUM_AoD4/s4032/20200514_095828.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1xlS9j_KhUJGpfMxkZb83PbOiMmhc62rIGoZVGBU2T1ImZAaPL92By6ql2j7o6sGZzp45EiFghO3dm5-dTW2HEcusYyZku-YbqLPOjKA3EDhVxERGJiJAWoh1jwWSpEiI2DEdUM_AoD4/w300-h400/20200514_095828.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is the only remaining scrap I have left from the fabric line, Dilly Dally! I made three quilts from this line ... oh how I wish I had bought more! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI4CsSqdgkpcZcUrC2tinaTrRXDcasUowWMljLrwBDj7EMV8eCnMnlv_KjQ9idZLCOSn_CNhxcN4vRJhZSPQBRpOqa36otttXbjoehHCQ8s-uSIZ0hLDl4zVtJnGP_NH6PQud1MM_-LL8/s4032/20200430_104752.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI4CsSqdgkpcZcUrC2tinaTrRXDcasUowWMljLrwBDj7EMV8eCnMnlv_KjQ9idZLCOSn_CNhxcN4vRJhZSPQBRpOqa36otttXbjoehHCQ8s-uSIZ0hLDl4zVtJnGP_NH6PQud1MM_-LL8/w400-h300/20200430_104752.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I came across this small scrap ... I choked with emotion ... proof that my children had been creative with my stash ... too many years ago to count!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKaFyWr8GUOEbhbIwrMDuC4QJsUd-BbtXxWceM72nS68YZ87pg7dmMR93-fhwbem0j88lzf2dJfPWHAXA7RvrAWNbdaVYTNOtJIcvHj-5vMFzJL9YiPr5nLFKsQeZ7ZEN73PblOSa8Ck/s4032/20200515_094850.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKaFyWr8GUOEbhbIwrMDuC4QJsUd-BbtXxWceM72nS68YZ87pg7dmMR93-fhwbem0j88lzf2dJfPWHAXA7RvrAWNbdaVYTNOtJIcvHj-5vMFzJL9YiPr5nLFKsQeZ7ZEN73PblOSa8Ck/w400-h300/20200515_094850.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I didn't count how many masks I made ... I just kept busy filling requests. By the time mask making had tapered off ... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi02mT-d_ZdBcD-LnopjkNYM3zUBUwAOG4Di1pKY7yRGNMoNtbujHdZf1L9-8QauSwwU62U4S_fJokdbxCeaXEHbGQzI25pOmH701bf-shPlAnhyr1UY_CDTMrWd9ZVDZOARbgkonhyoKE/s4032/20200515_095258.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi02mT-d_ZdBcD-LnopjkNYM3zUBUwAOG4Di1pKY7yRGNMoNtbujHdZf1L9-8QauSwwU62U4S_fJokdbxCeaXEHbGQzI25pOmH701bf-shPlAnhyr1UY_CDTMrWd9ZVDZOARbgkonhyoKE/w400-h300/20200515_095258.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">... I had quite a collection of pieces ready for a Plaidish quilt ... or two!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNNJJ9HyMJmxXUB9nuD67XjxwPccjz2UzrFdghsG-64ZsntoQaiKW1zVBY-ZAL8lxJCy5kICjg8xpKyoh0P0qhny1B6S1WEUhw3EKhjved_icfBn3Bh0uJ3d-Z1ntWz_ZkqSyyefkAdWM/s4032/20200518_110213.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNNJJ9HyMJmxXUB9nuD67XjxwPccjz2UzrFdghsG-64ZsntoQaiKW1zVBY-ZAL8lxJCy5kICjg8xpKyoh0P0qhny1B6S1WEUhw3EKhjved_icfBn3Bh0uJ3d-Z1ntWz_ZkqSyyefkAdWM/w400-h300/20200518_110213.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was so fun and therapeutic, to sew just for fun! The pattern requires three blocks ... I began with the medium in value blocks! Fabric combinations were made without any rhyme or reason!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaebPNdWdJRLsIIDdsX0_LobDApjt9BhyDTG4mh4jicT4hy4yAj2PQblRWFcswni8wWElhOeAns2y9g2bKB6pJL-tAXZYobHMT7xV4tFErFPoRRLHUuUjad-LLWFQPifd1dK72PsJ2WCE/s4032/20200519_155317.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaebPNdWdJRLsIIDdsX0_LobDApjt9BhyDTG4mh4jicT4hy4yAj2PQblRWFcswni8wWElhOeAns2y9g2bKB6pJL-tAXZYobHMT7xV4tFErFPoRRLHUuUjad-LLWFQPifd1dK72PsJ2WCE/w400-h300/20200519_155317.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next came the light blocks! The piecing is so easy and quick!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9nMs6-Uvlgo2yp02an7WFll2X4AWChzCcC9qbMHxfJbxfrpyPwWIc_3xbuCUoTL6-0kSs7iD0opuqTSB1Id3SGGFSFIJFg3ziHyHCIUTNmYWOhUD0gzygxO59a8bqyaSnvlnOAG_mdY/s4032/20200521_154353.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9nMs6-Uvlgo2yp02an7WFll2X4AWChzCcC9qbMHxfJbxfrpyPwWIc_3xbuCUoTL6-0kSs7iD0opuqTSB1Id3SGGFSFIJFg3ziHyHCIUTNmYWOhUD0gzygxO59a8bqyaSnvlnOAG_mdY/w400-h300/20200521_154353.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Final blocks pieced were the dark ones. I cannot stress enough how easy this was to piece!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRKK4bXrhL1GMH2o3ofHds-EElzi8A32O9-UZUCfoI9GfvU_KedslH_n5T0t7pfmGLCXj09xlTCAHv4lO0LYPQu1dgBfZPHnjTRSS28mAYqy7NOms9cf7nHN10d0HXmt-k4bSlfhMm3P4/s4032/20200521_154419.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRKK4bXrhL1GMH2o3ofHds-EElzi8A32O9-UZUCfoI9GfvU_KedslH_n5T0t7pfmGLCXj09xlTCAHv4lO0LYPQu1dgBfZPHnjTRSS28mAYqy7NOms9cf7nHN10d0HXmt-k4bSlfhMm3P4/w400-h300/20200521_154419.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Blocks became rows ... rows became a top! Because every fabric was only used once ... I didn't have any concern about layout! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil0uhsJG2wKPcoA1TeaQ9jKXn4BemdlJZ9z_K3FSw2jBpZ8hOPAlBKulIN_cRAYT23vQTaVYlxZLM9cMCJOgP5LcsUxYZ1ORFjzn6tQ28ubX-SEKd3hSyxtvq8Gg74ixRk2g5pQyhZnS8/s4032/20200522_115243.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil0uhsJG2wKPcoA1TeaQ9jKXn4BemdlJZ9z_K3FSw2jBpZ8hOPAlBKulIN_cRAYT23vQTaVYlxZLM9cMCJOgP5LcsUxYZ1ORFjzn6tQ28ubX-SEKd3hSyxtvq8Gg74ixRk2g5pQyhZnS8/w300-h400/20200522_115243.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Furbaby approval is always a part of every project here in DillyDallydom!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdZzvXS2qw2EFiUjxwqTCz_I2sQrYk1_Jo6llj8LGuDLfDzZ_F09Akp7fDniedWzQr8s6mRAz7yZXY9G7DWgsw0HlAsmuK4HoVYFV8haIu0fhdxd-FlWUKUkoSNeaevyuqgrqgXkQuecg/s3475/20200522_115611.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3475" data-original-width="2999" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdZzvXS2qw2EFiUjxwqTCz_I2sQrYk1_Jo6llj8LGuDLfDzZ_F09Akp7fDniedWzQr8s6mRAz7yZXY9G7DWgsw0HlAsmuK4HoVYFV8haIu0fhdxd-FlWUKUkoSNeaevyuqgrqgXkQuecg/w345-h400/20200522_115611.jpg" width="345" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cannot begin to express how happy I am with the results of this pattern! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_bIFDWjRdlF8iNBTVhKbrBJILWjdI4zvzAD72ugolx8Ek4IOK2HQlpMQ8zjgSnwUKuN0RnkfaWqJrDBcDDgDjHJ3IpftVu-Y7AmcgF1KVqATkjgvXnU1REOv2jc9XbBFHSO82EsMKJFk/s4032/20200527_125759.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_bIFDWjRdlF8iNBTVhKbrBJILWjdI4zvzAD72ugolx8Ek4IOK2HQlpMQ8zjgSnwUKuN0RnkfaWqJrDBcDDgDjHJ3IpftVu-Y7AmcgF1KVqATkjgvXnU1REOv2jc9XbBFHSO82EsMKJFk/w400-h300/20200527_125759.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love how scrap quilts are like an "I Spy" game.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwmevjyr4vsyj6imc9IOPHtF2FEOB2g91jUj-msMFeGD3GZd-xlcTnsE9WnW-WPW6sYEsdA9QCCsw070AEPjTe1nRfsKysWbxyLz63wyeov_KJTzz_rCXyOnyqpkYjvJ7eHpbOViAHRI/s4032/20200527_125810.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwmevjyr4vsyj6imc9IOPHtF2FEOB2g91jUj-msMFeGD3GZd-xlcTnsE9WnW-WPW6sYEsdA9QCCsw070AEPjTe1nRfsKysWbxyLz63wyeov_KJTzz_rCXyOnyqpkYjvJ7eHpbOViAHRI/w300-h400/20200527_125810.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So many treasures to be found in the fabric! And ... of course Harry Potter is in attendance too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiFKa22pZED50gdjhuCLYa-psloS8JyKAy6_U0OLkUbbImEO6gzOmOI0b8_VjT6S9kFrwpxzRAahyphenhyphenSNJ8kG8W0WpUZkr1V4bUW67Yqg7WA_7FlP0A-4Vq9dcwWSAHSPGSTRewXhk8y-zk/s3908/20200529_154638.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2931" data-original-width="3908" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiFKa22pZED50gdjhuCLYa-psloS8JyKAy6_U0OLkUbbImEO6gzOmOI0b8_VjT6S9kFrwpxzRAahyphenhyphenSNJ8kG8W0WpUZkr1V4bUW67Yqg7WA_7FlP0A-4Vq9dcwWSAHSPGSTRewXhk8y-zk/w400-h300/20200529_154638.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am grateful ... for my stash ... that I was able to assist in a crisis by making masks ... and for the fun found in making a scrap quilt! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Do what you love! Stay healthy! Do dillydally!</font></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><b><i><font color="#3367d6">Mrs. DillyDally</font></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-45012800723525915692020-05-17T12:09:00.000-08:002020-05-17T12:09:55.759-08:00Iceland to Paris!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
After a couple of days in Reykjavik, our heads were beginning to clear and our energy was returning ... recovering from jet lag takes a bit of time at our age! <br />
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We had an early morning flight to Paris ... Iceland's airport is very busy, but easy to navigate! When we were here in 1980, it was an American Air Force Base. <br />
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This was the breakfast on our flight ... one of the many reasons why we fell in love with <a href="https://www.icelandair.com/" target="_blank">Iceland Air</a>. <br />
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The view as we approached Paris ... fields that have been producing food for centuries. It reminded me of crazy quilts ... oh the history this land has experienced. I remember from my first experience in France (1978) being overwhelmed by the depth of Europe's history.<br />
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Speaking of history ... this is the ceiling in our hotel room! Oh ... if only those beams could talk!<br />
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The brick wall behind our headboard ... it was wonderful. The hotel was ... <a href="https://www.paris-louvre-hotels.com/" target="_blank">Tonic Hotel Du Louvre</a>. It was a perfect location ... our future daugher-in-law found it for us. She and our son stayed there as well when they joined us the next day!<br />
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We left to explore the area near the hotel ... just down the street we found this ... <a href="https://www.saint-eustache.org/" target="_blank">Eglise Saint-Eustache</a>!<br />
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Restoration was in progress ... but even while navigating around the scaffolding there was still so much to see.<br />
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Hard to believe that this was barely mentioned in the tour book ... the majesty was unbelievable!<br />
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Even without much detail and information available to us ... we could appreciate the art and architecture! We wandered around soaking up as much as possible! Such a great way to begin our time in Paris!<br />
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When we left the cathedral, it was raining ... hard! Look at the street! Stunning workmanship done hundreds of years ago!<br />
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From the cathedral, three streets branched off ...<br />
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... each lined with shops and restaurants ...<br />
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... quintessential Paris!<br />
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We were tired from a day of travel and decided to eat a bit earlier than the locals! After wandering the streets and reading menus posted in front of several restaurants, we finally chose one!<br />
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We began our meal with traditional French Onion Soup. Perfect in every way ... after walking in the rain ... the soup wicked away the dampness and chill we were feeling!<br />
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I had a Truffle Pasta dish ... heavenly!<br />
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While walking back to our hotel, we walked through a park. Because it was raining, the area was nearly empty.<br />
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This beautiful sculpture served as a landmark over the next several days as we explored Paris! We kept pinching ourselves ... we couldn't believe we were there!<br />
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Iceland holds a special place in our hearts ... it is where "our story began" thirty-nine years ago. <br />
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But that is a story for another day! Today is my Mr's birthday! A year ago we were able to celebrate in Reykjavik!<br />
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Mr wanted to celebrate by going to a bakery for coffee and treats! <br />
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A delicious way to begin our last day in Reykjavik before traveling to France!<br />
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We really enjoyed how walkable Reykjavik was! Many older homes and neighborhoods are mingled in with the downtown area. I loved how old homes had been resurfaced to withstand the harsh, salt water and air that comes with a coastal climate. The siding was very durable and practical, yet they maintained the ornate and cultural trim! Makes me swoon!<br />
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All window treatments involved white lace curtains! What variety! I could publish a book, just on all the different lace patterns on display! On my next visit, I plan to seek out an Icelandic home furnishings store and bring some back to Alaska for my kitchen window!<br />
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After breakfast we went in the opposite direction of the day before ... we headed for the water ... in search of the North Atlantic Ocean! We came upon a crew working to repair this boat from Greenland.<br />
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If you zoom in to this photo ... it is immediately obvious how big the original hole in the bow was! We had fun guessing what might have caused that amount of damage ... because of our experience in Greenland we decided ice was probably the culprit. <br />
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For lunch we picked up a few snacks at a grocery store and found a bench in this small boat harbor. Iceland is a 40,000 square mile island ... every aspect of their culture is influenced by the sea! They are located at 64 degrees north, 4 degrees farther north than Cordova. It is such fun to contrast their coastal lifestyle to ours ... so interesting to see what is similar and how it differs!<br />
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Where ever we travel ... domestic or abroad ... Mr takes photos of Post Office boxes and buildings. Predictability is a good thing! I value the constants in my life!<br />
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We enjoyed a wonderful dinner of reindeer and lamb (guess we both forgot to take photos) and shared a chocolate birthday dessert!<br />
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When we returned to our hotel room ... look what was waiting for us! Sparkling wine and Icelandic Chocolates! <br />
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Even though it was days before her wedding, and she was busy preparing to travel abroad herself ... she remembered her "Pop's" birthday ... and made these arrangements for him! We were both so touched! And after 3 days of walking 10+ miles a day ... the sparkling wine and chocolate was the perfect way to end our time in Reykjavik! <br />
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Our second day in Reykjavik found our brains less foggy ... our bodies less sluggish ... and our enthusiasm strong! After 39 years we were so excited to have returned to Iceland! We were informed by the hotel receptionist that May 8th is International Viking Day! Perfect!<br />
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This pond served as a landmark while navigating Reykjavik back in 1980 ... this city has grown and evolved so much ... this natural landmark served us well again in 2019! We found Reykjavik to be a very walkable city ... our hotel was independently owned and had a central location. <br />
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Half a block and around the corner ... look what we found! The <b><a href="http://www.handknitted.is/" target="_blank">Hand Knitting Society of Iceland!</a> </b>When we booked the hotel, we had no idea it was so closely located to this store ... providence at work!<br />
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I love that <a href="https://www.icelandiclamb.is/" target="_blank">Icelandic sheep producers</a> are working cooperatively together to protect the authenticity of their sheep related products! We fell in love with their insignia ... and all it represents! This was posted next to the door of the shop!<br />
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Walking into the store ... can only be described as magical!<br />
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Every garment was hand knit by an Icelandic citizen ...<br />
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... with authentic Icelandic wool!<br />
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I was swooning ... and because my mouth was open, probably drooling as well! 😉 It was overwhelming ... and that is an understatement!<br />
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Of the hundreds of sweaters in the shop ... this was my favorite!<br />
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Leaving the shop and looking left ... our next stop!<br />
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The Hallgrimskirkja!<br />
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This Lutheran church was designed in 1930 ... construction began in 1945 ... it was finished in the 1980's. It was not finished when we were here in 1980, so we were excited to visit!<br />
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I love the simplicity of Scandinavian inspired design. <br />
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Light ... clear ... functional ... unadorned ... very authentic to the materials used and culture it represents.<br />
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The baptismal font ... gorgeous!<br />
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The pulpit ... beautiful!<br />
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The organ ... stunning! It was added in the 1990's funded by donations from the public. <br />
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We really would like to attend a service here during our next visit to Iceland!<br />
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"Leif the Lucky" ... our son's namesake! <br />
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We nibbled during the day ... with plans for a substantial, authentic Icelandic meal in the evening. We found a restaurant that specialized in Icelandic seafood! <br />
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Because we live in an Alaskan commercial fishing community ... we were especially drawn to how Iceland prepares its seafood! Absolutely delicious ... unusually prepared in our experience! When a restaurant is packed on a week night by local residents (not tourists) you know the food will be excellent and authentic!<br />
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On our way back to the hotel that night, we found these two in a gift shop window display. They perfectly reflect how we felt ... tired and happy! It had been our first time celebrating International Viking Day ... in Iceland ... providentially perfect!<br />
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-69084544183100726882020-05-07T08:08:00.001-08:002020-05-07T08:08:12.107-08:00Our European Adventure Begins - 2019<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As we all face a worldwide pandemic, we are forced to prioritize the many facets of our lives. What is forefront in my life is my family. <br />
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We are so busy "living" ... going from one thing to the other ... that we forget to enjoy, savor, and <b>record </b>that which is most important to us. <br />
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This blog ... that has served as a journal ... has been severely neglected ... especially when it comes to what is most important to me! So ... for the next few weeks I will be recording the life events that took place a year ago.<br />
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We held a small engagement party for them in 2017 ... Dmitri had surprised Elsa with his proposal ... so no thought of wedding plans had been discussed! Later that evening while the two of them were helping us clean up ... Dmitri offhandedly and jokingly suggested they might get married in France.<br />
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Early the next morning while Dmitri and I were enjoying a cup of coffee, Elsa came downstairs with her laptop. She had already found several possible wedding venues ... in France! The look on Dmitri's face was priceless! He quickly learned something very important about his lifetime partner ... she is proactive ... think twice before making suggestions in front of her! A few days later, while driving home after taking them to the airport, Mr and I knew we would soon be traveling to France. The last time we had traveled abroad was 1980! We were thrilled!<br />
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Fast forward 18 months and it is April 2019. All of our preparations had been made ... details and reservations for our 3 week adventure complete! I added up the amount of time we were going to be in the air ... fortunately, I am very good at finding ways to entertain myself! I decided I needed a knitting bag that would function well and fit easily in my travel backpack. I pulled out this vintage cotton print that had been gifted to me ... and with the bag features I wanted in my head ... I designed a bag! Of course ... this all happened the day before we left ... yep, I was happily and frantically working at the sewing machine! My husband just shook his head ... after 38 years of marriage, he was used to my habit of this behavior!<br />
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Next came choosing the knitting project that would travel with me. That was easy! This beautiful yarn was hand dyed by Donna Druchunas of <a href="https://sheeptoshawl.com/" target="_blank">Sheep to Shawl</a>.<br />
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Donna is such a talent! She is an amazing knitting designer and teacher! I subscribed to her Natural History of Knitting program that included her hand dyed yarn, patterns, and original artwork! This Tulip hat was the perfect choice to travel with!<br />
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We took the polar route to Europe ... making a much shorter trip for us! We flew to Seattle the day before, had a pleasant hotel stay and arrived for our flight on <a href="https://www.icelandair.com/" target="_blank">Iceland Air</a>! <br />
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We settled in ... it was a very pleasant flight! We highly recommend Iceland Air ... terrific experience!<br />
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Always fun to track the flight progress! We got very excited while approaching Greenland! In 1980, Mr was part of the first Americans to ski across the Greenland Icecap! I was a member of the expedition's base camp team. But that is another story for another day!<br />
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We were thrilled that it was light and clear enough to take an actual picture of the icecap from our window!<br />
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We arrived in Iceland very early in the morning! We had made arrangements for transport to Reykjavik ... OMGOSH ... how this country had changed in the 39 years since our last visit! Our faces were glued to the window as we enjoyed the 45 minute drive!<br />
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Neither of us had slept on the overnight flight, so we were very tired. Our hotel room wasn't immediately available ... so we took a long walk around the city! Nothing was open that early, but the fresh air and walking felt great after our long flight! We planned to spend a couple of days in Reykjavik before traveling on to France. Giving us a chance to acclimate to life on the other side of the globe! We returned to our hotel for breakfast ... our room became available ... and we took a nice long nap! Our European adventure had begun!</div>
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What? The world keeps turning ... even when you are immobile and in pain! Time stops for no one ... not even for Mrs. DillyDally! 😊 The local quilt guild hosts an annual Tea and Auction fundraising event every fall ... and the 2019 date was swiftly approaching. I needed to stop whimpering and get busy!<br />
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Went through my patterns ... seeking ideas and possibilities! Came across one of my favorite table toppers that I hadn't done in several years ... Terry Atkinson's <a href="https://atkinsondesigns.com/collections/table-runners-1/products/happy-holidays-tree-skirt-table-topper-pattern" target="_blank">Happy Holidays</a>! Perfect! Found fabrics from my stash and got busy cutting and piecing! This design goes together quick!<br />
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Before long I had it layered and was machine quilting. The fabrics each have a bit of metallic gold ... sew I pulled out my metallic threads! <br />
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It was finished ... and ready for someone's Holiday table!<br />
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I was really happy with the results ... and confess that I thought long and hard about how it would look on my Holiday dinner table. I resisted ... it was auctioned off. I knew while making my auction items that I would be in Anchorage for surgery during that time ... and sew ... would miss the fun!<br />
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The event has both a live and silent auction, so I usually make something smaller for the silent auction. While going through my Holiday fabric stash, I came across a few blocks left over from a panel ... they became a set of potholders!<br />
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On the back side they have loops, for those who like to hang potholders! A very fun project! Pretty potholders make such a nice gift!<br />
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White Christmas ... my favorite Holiday movie. In 2016, while visiting family in northern Minnesota, the local quilt shop had a sample of this on display. It stole my heart! I came home with the pattern and kit ... and so it has sat patiently for three years. <a href="http://www.farmhousethreads.com/shop/Patterns/p/White-Christmas-x16565249.htm" target="_blank">You can find the pattern here.</a> It is a wool appliqué wall quilt ... so yes, the kit was an investment. It is also very traditional in color. I truly want to keep this for myself ... but it would make a great auction item.<br />
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DillyDalliers always find a way! Use the design, but make it contemporary rather than traditional looking! Back to my stash I went ... blue is my favorite color ... I have an abundance of blue Holiday fabric ... the fabrics had a metallic silver accent ...<br />
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... and <a href="https://thenetloftak.com/" target="_blank">The Net Loft</a> here in town has a wonderful selection on wool! It was meant to be!<br />
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I found the embellishments I needed in my stash ... silver rick rack, beads, and embroidery threads!<br />
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Eventually the top was pieced ... the appliqué and wool pieces were ironed on ... it was layered and ready to be quilted!<br />
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Back to the stash of metallic thread ... honestly ... is it legal to have this much fun while in pain? Not sure about legality, but it was a great distraction from the pain ... plus it made the days pass by more quickly!<br />
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I machine quilted all of the wool pieces down. Many will have opinions about that ... but ... my project, my rules! I used an iridescent thread that I was unable to capture with my phone camera, but I really liked the results! You can barely see it in the above pic. The snowflakes I hand embroidered with floss, metallic thread and silver beads ... again, hard to capture with the camera.<br />
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Flicka was ever attentive and <strike>not at all</strike> helpful! Shiny thread and beads are difficult for a kitty to ignore. When I use my firm voice ... she usually tucks those little paws away. I love how this picture captures her restraint! Such a good kitty!<br />
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Finally ... it was done. In this pic, I am trying to capture the details in the top half of the wall quilt.<br />
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Attempted to capture details in the bottom half. Honestly ... I was completely in love with this wall quilt when I finished it! 💙<br />
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It includes all my favorite things ...<br />
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... and I had so much fun making it! Yep ... I found out that one can have fun, even when in serious pain! Good to know!<br />
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My friend from Minnesota donated this adorable book bag that she made to our auction! So nice of her to contribute! She is a soul mate ... and a blessing!<br />
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I truly had a hard time letting this project go up for auction! And obviously, so did Flicka! But it has a new home ... and I hope it brings joy to the family it serves!<br />
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The auction was very successful ... our guild can cover their scholarship costs and begin planning our next Rock Star event! A friend took a few pics for me, it was so fun for me to see some of the other items guild members had made and donated!<br />
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Our quilting community is so vibrant and supportive ... every guild member is generous with their talent ... I am grateful for the quilters and their influence in my dillydally life!<br />
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Life is unpredictable ... filled with twists and turns that we cannot plan for! The DillyDally family enjoyed one of our best spring and summers ... it was filled with travel, our daughter's wedding, and unusually warm/dry weather! <br />
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Those who follow me on Facebook or Instagram joined us on our journeys, daily outdoor activities and my dillydallying! We had such a great time ... but things changed quickly the third week of September. The photo above and below were taken on my last walk, September 16th. My knee was a bit cranky at the end of that day ... but that wasn't necessarily unusual.<br />
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<span id="goog_1446697469"></span>First came the <b><i><span style="color: red;">TWIST</span></i></b>. Autumn was in full swing and the weather was beautiful. The next day, I decided to "baby" that cranky knee! Instead of going for a long walk that day, I walked two blocks for a dillydally playdate with a friend ... and it became so difficult to walk I nearly didn't make it home! The next morning ... I was completely immobile! <br />
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Long story short ... a local doctor appointment, X-rays, and consultation. By that Friday, I was left believing that there would be another total knee replacement in my very near future. I am not going to lie ... between the chronic pain, immobility, and that news ... I found myself feeling real despair. Our fur babies know when we're hurting ... they empathize ... they hearts hurt. Nissa was confused when I could no longer join in her and Mr.'s walks. <br />
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Flicka became clingy. She took more than normal interest in supervising my more sedimentary lifestyle. Honestly ... the additional kitty snuggles did help. However, returning to chronic pain ... after enjoying a few years without it was grueling! I had to work very hard not to jump into the "pool of self-pity". I could knit ... I could sew ... I spent time doing the things I could do in order to distract me from the things I was unable to do. That effort helped ... but chronic pain is difficult to ignore!<br />
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Then came the <b><i><span style="color: red;">TURN</span></i></b>! It takes a while when you live in the middle of nowhere, but two weeks ago I finally had an appointment with an Orthopedic Surgeon in Anchorage. Another long story short ... I don't need a knee replacement! When the surgeon told me the news ... I wanted to get up and dance! Such great news! Yesterday (11/8) I had an arthroscopy meniscectomy ... Monday I have a post op appointment with the surgeon ... and if all goes well we will be home that evening! Within 6 weeks my dillydally lifestyle should be restored!<br />
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The twist and turns in life teach us so much. My knee is iced ... my brain is on meds ... my heart is grateful! Grateful for medical professionals, for friends who have been supportive during this difficult time, and the love and care I have received from family! Mr. DillyDally has been the best! My heart truly is full!<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">Onward! Forward! Upward! Do dillydally!</span></i></b></div>
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What better way to celebrate autumn's arrival then by adding a new garment to our wardrobe!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Welcome autumn and refresh your wardrobe by taking a Dressmaking I Class!</span></b></div>
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Let's make a garment for ourselves! I offered the first session of this class last April ... sew much fun! I've chosen a pattern that allows me to teach basic clothing construction skills ... is available for all body sizes and shapes ... and includes many design options!</div>
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I began sewing at the age of nine and by Junior High was making most of my wardrobe. My mother taught me to sew initially, and I took every Home Ec class available in High School. Textiles were my first love ... a passion that has remained with me my entire life!<br />
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When choosing a college ... my first concern was whether or not I could study textiles! I took every textile class available! My passion grew ... and clothing construction was always my first love!<br />
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I enjoy sharing that passion for clothing construction with others! The remaining <span style="text-align: center;">photos in this post are of the Spring session participants in their finished dresses! These women are so inspiring!</span><br />
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I am thrilled by the interest and current popularity of clothing construction! Sew ... my excitement in offering another class for adults makes this dillydally heart sew very happy! We are going to have such fun!<br />
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<li>We will be meeting four times, September 24 & 26th and October 1st and 3rd.</li>
<li>Set up will begin at 6 pm with instruction from 6:30 - 9:30 pm.</li>
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<li>High School Home Economics Room</li>
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<li>Body measurements & Determining Size</li>
<li>Fabric preparation & Grainline</li>
<li>Pattern Layout & Cutting</li>
<li>Marking</li>
<li>Staystitching & Darts</li>
<li>Clipping corners & Curves</li>
<li>Seams & Finishes</li>
<li>Grading Seams</li>
<li>Bias Facings</li>
<li>Side Seam Pocket Construction</li>
<li>Gathering Techniques</li>
<li>Multiple Hem Options</li>
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<li>We will be making the Hinterland Dress by Sew Liberated. </li>
<li>In Dressmaking I, we will be using this pattern to make a pullover, sleeveless version. </li>
<li>The pattern is available for purchase at The Net Loft.</li>
<li>Sizes range from 0 to 24. It is a style that is comfortable and flattering for all body shapes.</li>
<li>It is very versatile. Participants will choose between a tunic, short, or midi length dress.</li>
<li>If you would like to view this pattern made by people from all over the world, use #hinterlanddress on Instagram.</li>
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<li>A sewing machine in good working order</li>
<li>Sewing Machine Needles, size 12 </li>
<li>Fabric scissors</li>
<li>Tape measure</li>
<li>Straight Pins</li>
<li>Seam Ripper</li>
<li>Sharpes (hand sewing needles)</li>
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<li>Fabric, notions, and equipment is available at both The Net Loft and Forget Me Not Fabrics.</li>
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-88362084846510484032019-09-04T09:23:00.001-08:002019-09-04T09:23:34.303-08:00Lots to Celebrate!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Here in DillyDallydom, I am always embracing different ways to celebrate! <br />
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This is the first week of a new month ... always a time to refocus on my goals and current intentions! Every month is like a new beginning ... a fresh start! Welcome September!<br />
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September is also ... National Sewing Month! I have been celebrating this since the 1980's! In my classroom, we always began the new school year learning how to create with a sewing machine! Now that I have retired from teaching ... I still celebrate ... "Her Majesty" and I are busy. I usually sew a bit every day!<br />
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A 10 year anniversary passed quietly in July ... I have been celebrating privately ... but now it is time to celebrate with you all! Ten years ago ... while developing my dillydally philosophy ... I began this blog! <br />
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The Minnesota Quilt Shop Hop was the original purpose behind Dilly-Dally Days ... I had happened upon it in 2007 and wanted to share it with my QBees (Quilt Buddies)! In 2009, I returned to Minnesota with the purpose of journaling this statewide event ... blogging seemed the best way to accomplish that ... and here we are 10 years later! Sew fun to revisit those early posts ... seeing the adventures I had ... and eventually it did lead to four QBees joining me in 2011! <br />
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As you can see, sewing was the driving force behind the beginning of this blog! It made complete sense to celebrate this blogging anniversary in September!<br />
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Then the question was ... how to share this anniversary here ... with you! I wanted to make something that was sewing related and would spread the dillydally message! A plan formulated in my mind ... it had to include my beloved Alaska Forget-Me-Nots ... accented with my favorite fabric, gingham!<br />
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Her Majesty and I got busy ... privately celebrating as we worked together creating ... definitely in our happy zone!<br />
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Appliqué, quilting, and binding done! All that remained was the hand stitching!<br />
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We took that task outdoors! <br />
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Long time followers know how much I love dillydallying outdoors. In order to truly reflect me and my <strike>nonsense</strike> funsense ... some of its construction had to done "out the road" here in my remote corner of the planet!<br />
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Finished! It is a sewing machine cover! But actually it could be used for other purposes as well! <br />
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It could be a toaster cover! If the ties were tucked in ... it could be a table mat! It can cover the back of a dinning room chair! Oh ... the possibilities!<br />
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I love how the bow ends up looking like it is part of the Forget-Me-Not bouquet on Her Majesty! Originally I had intended to give this away through a drawing ... collecting comments and then randomly drawing the recipient!<br />
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But then it occurred to me ... why not reward a follower ... one who has shown their loyalty by commenting the most often. When you are a blogger who lives in the middle of nowhere ... the fact that anyone reads your musings is humbling ... add to that a comment ... and my dillydally heart is filled with affirmation! Sew ... <b><span style="color: blue;">Marilyn</span></b> ... from <b><span style="color: blue;">Waukehsa, Wisconsin</span></b> ... I have sent you an email requesting your snail mail address! Thank you Marilyn for consistently reaching out and supporting my silly dillydally life! Your comments and kindness have touched me in ways that are impossible to measure!<br />
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-38080065008853156782019-09-02T00:15:00.001-08:002019-09-02T00:15:29.080-08:00I Believe in Magic!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As a child, I felt magic everywhere around me. Growing up on a farm meant that the natural world was to a large degree our livelihood ... and it felt magical. <br />
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Associating nature to magic is an easy assumption to make ... especially while we transition to autumn. <br />
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And ... while we're on the subject of magic ... twenty-one years ago today the magic of Harry Potter entered the DillyDally household! All four members of this family excitedly read the first book ... we began to see a bit of magic from the Wizarding World in every aspect of our lives! We are all Harry Potter fans and each of us agree that we have been mistakenly identified as Muggles! Today the magic continued for me ... all these years later!<br />
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I received a message at 11:00 am this morning that an owl had delivered a package near our front door. What? Sure enough ... there was an Owl Post! Addressed to ME! Now that is magic!<br />
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Yep ... it is September 1st ... and 11:00 am! To think I might have missed the magic!<br />
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More magic was found inside the brown paper envelope! I received an official membership to S.P.E.W., the Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare ... a cause led by Hermione that I am happy to be involved in!<br />
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And more ... this bewitching hand dyed yarn ... from <a href="https://ahomespunhouse.com/" target="_blank">A Homespun House</a> ... called "Diary of Tom Riddle"! And if you look closely ... a knitting progress marker ... it is Tom's Diary! It even includes the fang from the basilisk that Harry used to destroy the diary! So fun ... and magical!<br />
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But authentic magic ... like what we find in nature ... can be found in our relationships as well! My dear friend, who created all of this Harry Potter themed fun ... is the real magician! The thoughtfulness that went into her planning and preparation to make September 1st magical for several of her friends is touching in the most wondrous of ways! I am so grateful to have her for a friend ... one who creates magic ... and shares it generously with those around her! I believe ... and today I was touched by magic!<br />
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-27290592560242754172019-05-04T22:27:00.000-08:002019-05-04T22:27:08.730-08:00My Blueberry Friend!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Sharing an interest with a friend is a the absolute best way to dillydally!<br />
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I love berry picking ... in particular our Alaska wild blueberries!<br />
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And I especially appreciate a friend whose berry picking passion is equal to mine! That is Barb on the left ... her college friend was up visiting that summer and joined in our fun!<br />
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Every year ... rain or shine ... we harvest berries together!<br />
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Berry picking isn't all we enjoy doing together! We share a love of wool appliqué, cooking, baking and quilting ... life in general!<br />
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Together, with a few other close friends, we schedule and plan regular Dillydally Playdates! It is always fun to share projects and life in general with others ... all the ingredients that add up to wonderful friendships!<br />
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Barb's birthday recently came around and I was trying to decide what to make for her. Last week I had a dillydally <strike>brain</strike> windstorm ... and instantly knew what to do!<br />
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I bought this blueberry basket fabric years ago with Barb in mind ... just couldn't decide what to do with it until that windstorm hit! Using Lori Holt's pattern as a resource I began to bring this sewing machine cover to life!<br />
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Machine quilting ... raw edge appliqué ... piecing and quilting the spool blocks ... and before I knew it, I was nearly done!<br />
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Barb and I have the same sewing machine ... sew ... I had to try it on for size! 😁<br />
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Yep ... the ties work!<br />
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The fit was perfect! <br />
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A mutual friend hosted a birthday luncheon for Barb today! When she got home, she sent me a pic of how she has been covering her sewing machine! Too funny! Cracks me up!<br />
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Now her machine has a proper cover ... one that fits both the machine and her! Makes this blueberry pickers heart very happy!<br />
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Barb was there on Nissa's first blueberry picking adventure! </div>
Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-35298178234509903542019-05-01T18:23:00.000-08:002019-05-02T05:46:03.561-08:00Happy Birthday Mom!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Today, May Day, would have been my mother's 82nd birthday! As young children, she would help us make up simple May Baskets for our grandparents and neighbors.<br />
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We celebrated her day ... by doing for others. That was her way ... always doing for others! In this photo she was 16 years old! <br />
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Not long ago, my aunt sent me photos that I had never seen before. This is my mother at 19 years of age ... recently divorced ... working two jobs ... and pregnant with me! I cannot imagine the stress, pressure and exhaustion she must have been dealing with! When I was 19, my biggest worries were taking exams and writing papers for college classes! She was about to turn 20, and I would be born a few months later in July.<br />
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Immediately after my birth, my mother returned to work while my teenage aunts served as babysitters. This photo documented four generations, my mother and I are with my grandfather (her father) and my great grandmother. <br />
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My mother accomplished so much in her lifetime. But what I admire most was what she did for others. Since her passing in 2006, I honor her by doing some sort of act of kindness in her memory on her birthday and the anniversary of her death.<br />
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If you follow me here, on facebook or instagram, you know that I have been busy teaching a garment making class! Mom taught me to sew and was our 4-H sewing leader! I have so many fond memories of sewing with her ... a love we both shared! It seemed fitting to sew and gift a garment in her honor this year.<br />
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This linen/cotton dress/tunic is being gifted to a young woman in our community that loves and appreciates the natural world.<br />
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She works hard to educate and coach young adults in the wonder of our environment!<br />
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I appreciate all that she does to enrich our community! She doesn't sew herself, but has an appreciation for handmade things! When I thought about who I would share my mothers memory with, she was the first to come to mind!<br />
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My mother married my adoptive father shortly before my third birthday! I actually remember their wedding day! I have always thought that was very special! Dad chose us!<br />
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By 1964, Mom was a mother of four! We enjoyed a wonderful childhood ... surrounded by love ... and empowered by our parents and extended family! We were blessed in too many ways to count!<br />
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While wrapping todays gift ... I thought about what message my mom would send to this young woman ... I settled on "Enjoy Life". A simple concept, but one that we often need to be reminded of!<br />
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Thanks Mom! For everything! I love and miss you every day!<br />
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Spring arrives slowly here in our remote corner of the planet. The most obvious sign of spring in Alaska is the hours of daylight that increase daily!<br />
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Currently the sun rises before 7 am and sets around 9 pm ... it feels wonderful! And the first week of April gifted us with several days of clear skies!<br />
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On April 1st the sun actually felt warm! Nissa enjoyed the warmth as much as Mr. DD and I did! Her joy and enthusiasm reflected our feelings perfectly!<br />
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When the sun is out ... so are the DillyDallys! Mr. and I appreciate every walk we take that doesn't result in us getting wet! However, Nissa likes being wet ... even when the sun is shining!<br />
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Dillydallying does take place daily even when the sun is shining ... both knitting and quilting ... lots of 007 projects in progress! Things I cannot share at this time! Even with all that going on ... I found myself agreeing to participate in a quilt "Round Robin". The idea of doing a "for fun" project was sew appealing ... I just had to sign on! Thursday night I poured through my quilt books ... seeking a block pattern ... trying to decide what direction I would take this group project! Then the task of choosing fabrics ... a dillydally wind storm was brewing ... oh, sew many possibilities!<br />
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At 5 am Saturday morning, I woke to the sound of rain on the roof. I thought about rolling over and going back to sleep ... but that dillydally windstorm in my brain wouldn't allow it! With a cup of freshly brewed coffee in hand, Flicka and I entered DillyDallydom with a purpose! We are experts at creating our own sunshine! My purpose was to begin the 6 inch patchwork block I had selected ... apparently Flicka's purpose was to nap!<br />
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Silly kitty ... at least I knew she approved of my fabric choices! I did not have the heart to disturb her, so did a bit of cleaning up around the sewing room.<br />
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Fortunately, cat naps never last long ... and six inch blocks are fast to cut out ... before long we were ready to sew! I decided on a Sewing/Quilting theme, and <a href="https://www.fatquartershop.com/spelling-bee-book-lori-holt" target="_blank">Lori Holt's Spelling Bee book</a> has the sweetest sewing machine block!<br />
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Before long the block was done ... but the machine sort of got lost ... sew, I added a small background border. It helped ... but just didn't have enough color to truly reflect my dillydally spirit!<br />
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There! That is much better! My six inch block became twelve inches! I plan to add a bit of embroidery before I pass it on! Cannot wait to see what other quilters will do with it ... sew much fun! And what a sunny way to spend a rainy morning!<br />
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Over the years, I have adjusted to the slow way in which Alaska experiences spring. I find it important to embrace the pattern of nature, whatever that may be.<br />
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Happy April to all ... in every corner of the planet!<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">Do what you love! Do dillydally!</span></i></b></div>
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-17998184947842043012019-03-20T09:41:00.000-08:002019-03-20T09:44:39.903-08:00Dressmaking I Class<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
What better way to celebrate spring's arrival then by adding a new garment to our wardrobe!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Welcome spring and refresh your wardrobe by taking a Dressmaking I Class!</span></b></div>
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Let's make a garment for ourselves! After months of pattern research, I finally chose one that allows me to teach basic clothing construction skills ... is available for all body sizes and shapes ... and includes many design options!</div>
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I began sewing at the age of nine and by Junior High was making most of my wardrobe. My mother taught me to sew initially, I took every Home Ec class available in High School. Textiles were my first love ... a passion that has remained with me my entire life!<br />
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When choosing a college ... my first concern was whether or not I could study textiles! I took every textile class available! My passion grew ... clothing construction was always my first love!<br />
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I am thrilled by the interest in and current popularity of clothing construction! Sew ... my excitement in offering a class for adults makes this dillydally heart sew very happy! We are going to have such fun!<br />
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<li>We will be meeting three times, April 4, 11, and 18th</li>
<li>Set up will begin at 6 pm with instruction from 6:30 - 9:30 pm.</li>
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<li>High School Home Economics Room</li>
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<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;"><b>Participants will Learn the Following Skills</b></span></div>
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<li>Body measurements & Size</li>
<li>Fabric preparation & Grainline</li>
<li>Pattern Layout & Cutting</li>
<li>Marking</li>
<li>Staystitching & Darts</li>
<li>Clipping corners & Curves</li>
<li>Seams & Finishes</li>
<li>Grading Seams</li>
<li>Bias Facings</li>
<li>Side Seam Pocket Construction</li>
<li>Gathering Techniques</li>
<li>Hand Sewn Hems</li>
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<li>We will be making the Hinterland Dress by Sew Liberated. </li>
<li>In Dressmaking I, we will be using this pattern to make a pullover, sleeveless version. </li>
<li>The pattern is available for purchase at The Net Loft.</li>
<li>Sizes range from 0 to 24. It is a style that is comfortable and flattering for all body shapes.</li>
<li>It is very versatile. Participants will choose between a tunic, short, or midi length dress.</li>
<li>If you would like to view this pattern made by people from all over the world, use #hinterlanddress on Instagram.</li>
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<li>A sewing machine in good working order</li>
<li>Sewing Machine Needles, size 12 </li>
<li>Fabric scissors</li>
<li>Tape measure</li>
<li>Straight Pins</li>
<li>Seam Ripper</li>
<li>Sharpes (hand sewing needles)</li>
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<li>After you register, I will be emailing you a supply list that includes the fabric and notions necessary to take the class.</li>
<li>Fabric, notions, and equipment is available at both The Net Loft and Forget Me Not Fabrics.</li>
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-69565681645739792952019-03-07T09:23:00.000-09:002019-03-07T09:23:28.177-09:00Foo-Whee Fun!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Here in my remote corner of the planet, I wear some form of mitten 9 months of the year! When Mother Nature is blasting us with her coldest efforts, I always reach for a pair of Foo-Whee (thrummed) mittens! They are heaven on the hands ... and a hoot to make! Each time I knit a pair, I have a permanent smile on my face! Creating something so practical ... yet comes with a chuckle! Perfect dillydally activity!<br />
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Time passes so quickly ... I couldn't believe it had been 4 years since I had taught others to make their own Foo-Whee mitts! These mittens are even more fun to knit <a href="https://dilly-dallydays.blogspot.com/2015/02/the-tribble-with-foo-whee-fun.html" target="_blank">with others ... click this link for proof</a>!<br />
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Yep ... it was time to share the fun with others once more! Snoopervisor Flicka agreed!<br />
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Working up samples for the class ... lots of smiles in the process! Foo-Whee Mission II was ready to begin!<br />
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Participants came with the ribbing done so that we could dive directly into the fluffy silliness! <br />
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It is so inspiring to see the color choices others make! The first session of this class focuses on the thrumming technique and creating a thumb gusset. We are so fortunate that <a href="https://thenetloftak.com/" target="_blank">our LYS, The Net Loft</a>, provides us with the tools, supplies and space to learn and create! <br />
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The second session is all about crowning the mitt, creating the thumb, and finishing techniques!<br />
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It is so rewarding to see the progress made by everyone! Each mitt is beautiful!<br />
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These mitts come with personality ... each having their own sense of humor! I have been making thrummed mittens for 30+ years and they still tickle my funny bone! My hope is that this technique brings years of knitting giggles to every participant in the class! May their Foo-Whee mitts <i><b>"live long and prosper"</b></i>!<br />
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<b>Star Date 3.02.2019: Foo-Whee Mission II Accomplished</b><br />
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-88000135675139471142019-03-02T00:02:00.001-09:002019-03-02T00:02:28.685-09:00February 2019!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I miss blogging ... it is my personal journal ... where I share my thoughts and experiences. I don't necessarily seek an audience, yet this humble site has brought several wonderful people into my life. At the beginning of each month, I look back at years prior and revisit my past. My hope is that future generations of the DillyDally clan will one day look back and revisit my life! Today is March 1st, and I am going to attempt to return to blogging ... here goes!<br />
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Always a short month ... but packed with activity! Here is a recap!<br />
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Several freeze and thaw cycles here in our remote corner of the planet! Normal for February!<br />
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Another successful Iceworm Festival was held here in Cordova, Alaska! I love how our community celebrates winter!<br />
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Busy hands make for happy hearts! I am always busy ... currently I have major 007 quilting and knitting projects under way. But I have to divert myself occasionally and work on other small projects ... those I can share!<br />
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Made a fun little Dot-to-Dot table topper for Valentine's! No pattern, just the results of a dillydally windstorm!<br />
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Love creating on a whim!<br />
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A UFO discovered deep in the corners of DillyDallydom! I made progress ... only the final border remains!<br />
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A knitting UFO finish as well! Living on the edge ... finished the final thumb on a pair of mittens with only 2 inches of yarn remaining! Too fun!<br />
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Travel knitting ...<br />
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... a chance to make progress on projects with no deadline!<br />
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Where I live, we use mittens of some sort, nine months of the year. There are never enough mittens!<br />
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Foo-Whee (thrummed) mittens are fast to knit ... and honestly, they make me giggle! Win/win when dillydallying is not just fun, but silly as well!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Teaching</b></span><br />
A new series of Knitting 101 has begun!<br />
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Eight new knitters began their knitting journey!<br />
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Love taking pictures of each lessons projects, watching their skills grow is so very rewarding!<br />
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Another group of new knitters graduated from Knitting 101 ... this is the final Lesson 5 project!<br />
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Also, I am currently teaching a Foo-Whee (thrummed) mitten class!<br />
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Oh my ... the possibilities! The fun! The silliness!<br />
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I haven't taught any quilting classes in years ... the shops I used to teach for are no longer in business ... and honestly, I really miss it! Sew ... I became DillyDally Days LLC, got a state and local business license! Now that everything is official ... I am able to do the teaching, consulting and designing I love!<br />
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The first quilting class began last night! What a great way to end February! <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Valentines</b></span><br />
Valentine's Day was always a special day during my childhood ... it was also my father's birthday!<br />
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When my children were young we always had such fun making paper Valentines! Wonderful memories! This year I decided to make them with wool!<br />
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Pulled out my collection of buttons, beads, and sequins ... what fun!<br />
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A heart for each of the important love stories in my life!<br />
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Pulled out some of my favorite antique buttons! What am I saving them for ... time to use them and send to friends far and near!<br />
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I had so much fun ...<br />
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... that I invited a few friends over for a Dillydally Playdate! Fun is even better when shared!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>My Fur Babies</b></span><br />
Flicka and Nissa are usually near the center of everything Mr. DD and I are doing!<br />
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Flicka is in charge ... always! Don't let her napping fool you!<br />
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Long walks with Nissa are a part of nearly every day! <br />
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I refer to this picture as "The Lion and the Lamb". Flicka is the lion ... Nissa the lamb! Rarely a quiet moment like this ... that is why I took the picture!<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Kindness</b></span><br />
Twelve years ago, when I began developing the dillydally lifestyle, one of the first things I did was focus on relationships that were a positive influence in this very complicated world!<br />
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That decision has been such a blessing! One of those dear friends gave me the most thoughtful Valentines gift. She is a blessing to me and many ... I am so grateful.<br />
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As I mentioned earlier in this post ... February is a short month!<br />
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We squeezed in a week in southern California!<br />
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We enjoyed the sights ... ate great food ... and most of all spent time with family!<br />
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And enjoyed a bit of glamor ...<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Our Daily Walks</b></span><br />
The best part about retirement ... is that it allows me to spend time outdoors daily!<br />
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I love spending time in the arms of Mother Nature!<br />
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And then there is a view from our front deck ... I am so very grateful for my dillydally life! Farewell February ... on to March!<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">Do what you love! Do dillydally</span></i></b></div>
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-58911335309026816012019-02-20T14:37:00.000-09:002019-02-20T22:18:00.880-09:00Patchwork Party!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Even though it has been months since I posted here ... a lot has been happening here at DillyDally Days! More on that later ... for now we'll focus on what is happening in the very near future!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lucky Stars in bright batiks!</td></tr>
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Over the past year, several people have approached me about teaching a beginning level patchwork class. Several have never learned to piece and others feel that they were in need of an opportunity to refresh their quilt making skills! Finally everything is in place for me to do that!<br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-size: x-large;"><b>Let's have a Patchwork Party!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-size: x-large;"><b>Here are the details:</b></span><br />
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<li>We will meet three times, February 28, March 7 & 14th</li>
<li>Set up will begin at 6 pm. Instruction will be from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. </li>
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<li>High School Home Ec Room</li>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large;"><b>Participants will Learn the Following Skills</b></span></div>
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<li>Use of tools required for patchwork.</li>
<li>Preparing fabric for piecing.</li>
<li>Use of rotary cutter and rulers.</li>
<li>Accurate seam allowance necessary for piecing.</li>
<li>Strip piecing.</li>
<li>Piecing half square triangles.</li>
<li>Pressing patchwork.</li>
<li>Quilt block construction.</li>
<li>Piecing a quilt top.</li>
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<li>We will be making the Lucky Stars pattern by Atkinson Designs.</li>
<li>Participants will chose to make either the Kids size (45x60") or the Lap size (60x75")</li>
<li>The <b>pattern is included the the class fee</b>!</li>
<li>If you would like to view this pattern in other colorways, use #luckystarsquilt on Instagram</li>
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<li>Sewing Machine Needles (Size 12)</li>
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Mrs. DillyDallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01668233703900453997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5195618218598734195.post-81363868771031700712018-10-04T13:28:00.000-08:002018-10-04T13:40:18.603-08:00September's Splendor!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As I mentioned in an earlier post ... here in our remote corner of the planet, September was exceptional! Normally it is a month filled with coastal storms, heavy rain and high winds! I spent most of every day outdoors ... it was heavenly! This post consists of photos that I didn't use in prior blog entries, but wanted to be sure to record them here on the blog! The pictures in this post are chronological, beginning with the first of September. There is very little commentary ... just enough to help me reference them in the future!<br />
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Oops! Looks like someone photo bombed this pic! Too funny! I just had to include it!<br />
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The day Nissa and I accidentally <a href="https://dilly-dallydays.blogspot.com/2018/09/literary-magic.html" target="_blank">discovered Mossflower Woods</a>! A magical day!💚<br />
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While crossing a bridge, I happened to look down ... and there was a seal frolicking, swimming, and spinning back and forth under us! <br />
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We watched it for about 20 minutes ... hard to capture in pictures, but wonderful to experience.<br />
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Standing tall ... I could only get the upper half of the tree in my camera view.<br />
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Strength in numbers ... large beautiful trees!<br />
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Oh ... the colors in this photo!<br />
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Ooo ... that true blue color ... makes me weak in the knees!<br />
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I am grateful for so much ... this dillydally heart is full!<br />
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Autumn this far north is very short in comparison to those of my childhood in Minnesota. Fall has always been my favorite season ... cool evenings ... temperate days ... and all the color!<br />
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We have had an exceptional Autumn! From August 31st to September 21st we enjoyed sun and primarily clear skies! Unheard of for this time of the year here in my remote corner of the planet! It has been wonderful! Nissa and I spent most of our time outdoors enjoying the gifts Mother Nature offers this time of year!<br />
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As September's unusual weather has leaned on the positive side of conditions ... the entire summer leant towards the negative! Not only were our temps low and rainfall high ... in addition, the berry production and salmon returns were unusually small. Wild berries and salmon are the primary food source for both brown and black bears. They have been hungry and have come into town seeking food. Humans and wildlife do not coexist well ... it has been a mess ... <a href="https://www.thecordovatimes.com/2018/09/14/cordova-valdez-bear-death-toll-hits-22/" target="_blank">several bears have had to be destroyed </a>... there are no winners in this scenario.<br />
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On Friday, September 7th a large black bear decided to spend the afternoon in our neighborhood. Specifically on the beach under my and a neighbor's house. I bolted the outside doors, making sure that both furbabies were inside with me. It was apparent that the best thing to do was to wait until the bear decided to leave. Even though the sun was shining, it was going to be an inside dillydally day!<br />
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I had recently re-read <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0840742843/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2" target="_blank">First We Have Coffee </a>... it is a book I picked up in the mid 90's! It reminds me so much of my Grandmother ... whenever I miss her, I turn to this book! So ... it has been read multiple times! A few years ago, I received <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fika-Swedish-Coffee-Recipes-Pastries/dp/1607745860/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1538167260&sr=1-1&keywords=fika+cookbook" target="_blank">Fika: The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break</a> for Christmas! It too, was a joy to read! My grandmother was 100% Swedish ... she always had a minimum of three treats available for when friends or family dropped by for coffee! This book helped me understand why that was so important to her and the origins of her opinions concerning hospitality and what makes a good hostess. I always intended to try some of the recipes in this cookbook ... the first Friday in September of 2018 seemed perfect! Yep ... Fika Fridays in DillyDallydom were about to be established ... thanks to a black bear!<br />
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The very first recipe in the book is Vetebullar ... Cinnamon and Cardamom Buns! A yeast dough recipe would take most of the afternoon ... and our resident bear looked to have moved in for a long nap!<br />
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Compared to my grandmother's recipe for Cardamom Tea Ring, this authentic Swedish recipe uses a lot less sugar and at least 4 times the cardamom!<br />
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I used one of the shape variations suggested in the book!<br />
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Omgosh! The house smelled like heaven ... and I would guess it tormented the bear too!<br />
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The recipe made two ... so Brother came by after work to pick up one! By 5 pm the bear was rested and had moved on! The buns were delicious! Light and not overly sweet! I will make this again ... it may even become a family tradition! Because of the black bear, we enjoyed our first Fika Friday!<br />
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As September rolls along ... our colors change quickly!<br />
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It was my turn to host our weekly DillyDally Playdate! Since we were meeting in the morning, coffee would be served ... yep, a Fika event! I made <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/apple-pie-upside-down-pumpkin-cake/1c20ab22-c792-4329-a141-045c6ad0ba34" target="_blank">Apple Pie Upside-Down Pumpkin Cake</a>! Quick and easy ... just what was needed for a 10 am coffee break!<br />
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I love Fireweed in the fall ... this pic shows their brief color change that goes from vibrant red to dried up brown.<br />
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Another Friday and another authentic Swedish recipe from the Fika book!<br />
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The only thing I do not like about making cookies is having to bake multiple sheets of them! So when ever I come across a log shaped recipe that only requires baking once ... I'm in!<br />
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This is Muskotsnittar or Nutmeg Slices! It is like a nutmeg flavored shortbread cookie. They were super easy to make ... again relatively light on the sugar ... and the smell lingered in the house for days!<br />
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Talk about creating Hygge! I froze and served them at our Knit & Lit meeting earlier this week! Saving a few to have with my mid day coffee break as well! They are Fika fantastic! Another recipe I will use again!<br />
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Yummm ... nutmeg cookies ... and Mother Nature's use of nutmeg inspired color!<br />
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Today is the last Friday in September! I made Ina Garten's <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/cinnamon-baked-doughnuts-recipe-2135621" target="_blank">Cinnamon Baked Doughnuts</a>! The recipe's yield is a dozen, but with my Wilton pans I ended up with 21! Mr. DD took them to work after his lunch break! His coworkers can enjoy one with their afternoon coffee ... it is Fika Friday for them as well!<br />
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Our autumn's colors have peaked. I did find this one Fireweed at it's finest earlier this week, but most have gone brown. I am so grateful for their burst of color ... their promise to return next spring!</div>
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">Do what you love! Both in the kitchen and outdoors! Do dillydally!</span></i></b></div>
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There are those moments ... they appear from nowhere ...<br />
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... they are fleeting ... and they are magical! But first ...<br />
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Our local library sponsors a Knit and Lit book club! In August we actually read two books, both related to WWII. The Boat Runner was new to me ... a very good and thought provoking read.<br />
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I had read the second, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, when it first came out ... and throughly enjoyed reading it again!<br />
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For our meeting, I went online and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3u1GtCkZ-I" target="_blank">found this video</a> on how to create an authentic Potato Peel Pie! I did not use any of our modern kitchen conveniences ... using only the tools available in the 1940's! Oh ... how I wanted to pull out my food processor! It was sobering to think about what their lives were like during the the Nazi occupation. Just as predicted ... the pie won't win any culinary awards ... it had a much more important purpose, it sustained people during very difficult times. Book club members all had a piece ... no compliments ... but no complaints either! 😄 Actually they were good sports ... the pie brought a small bit of realism to our discussion!<br />
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Books are haunting for me ... they mull around in my thoughts ... and often stay for long periods of time. Such was the case with these two. They just wouldn't allow me to move on. One day, while walking ... my mind lost in the atrocities of WWII ... I looked to my right side ... and was gobsmacked by this site. I gasped ... and held my breath ... in my head I heard a faint, but distinct ... chant.<br />
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I recognized those words ... I knew their source ... it was Log-A-Log, Chieftain of the Guossom shrews! I had stumbled upon Redwall!<br />
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My senses heightened ... I looked to the left ... Mossflower Woods!<br />
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And of course ... the many broadstreams that crisscross that magical world of Redwall!<br />
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<b><i>And the long fast Guossom logboats go.</i></b></div>
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Big Island Lake ... where mysteries lurk in its depths and are hidden by it beauty.<br />
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And then ... The Island ... home of the "ghost" badger, Urthwyte! It was all here ... the magic of Redwall had exposed itself to me ... I was compelled to revisit and relive an adventure there!<br />
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I taught 7th Grade Language Arts for many years ... we would always end the year with the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salamandastron" target="_blank">Redwall novel, Salamandastron</a>. Brian Jacques began publishing his Redwall books in the mid 80s ... he brought literary magic to readers of all ages prior to J.K. Rowling ! His back story is <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Jacques" target="_blank">amazing and worth a quick look</a>. The books truly are magical ... many fond memories of sharing them with my own children and in the classroom! As soon as I returned home that day I downloaded the audiobook and submerged myself deep in the magic of Salamandastron! <br />
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<b><i>"I'll sing you a song of the river-o,</i></b></div>
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<b><i>It belongs to me and you.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>O're deep and shallows we'll both go,</i></b></div>
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<b><i>With the finest Guossom crew,</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Wheb other creatures bound to land</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Or know the water shrews' great skill.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>So paddle with good will!"</i></b></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">Do what you love. Embrace the magic! Do dillydally!</span></i></b></div>
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