July, Oh My!

The month started out pretty hot and humid! And our a/c unit was acting temperamental, to say the least! It did get fixed and then the alarm system decided to have its turn of being sadistic, well it felt like it! The thing got it into it’s system to keep resetting itself and wouldn’t let us bypass, or enter our codes. We were able to disarm the whole thing in time before the police were given the address!! It’s comical now, in hindsight, but when you are standing in front of an alarm that is so loud you can’t even shout over the sound to have the person next to you hear what you’re saying, well,, sadistic is still pretty close to what I felt!   And, now, for the GOOD STUFF!!!

Summer is all about having fun. It can be selling lemonade to the parade watchers at the Fourth of July event. Or perhaps playing at the campground's lake area. Or,, having a friend stop by to drive the quilting machine over her latest creation.

At the end of June I took the shabby coverings off two stools. During July my dear hubby painted them. Next up, decide on the new coverings. 

We played tourist a few times this month. Middleton Place, Old Sheldon Church Ruins, The Caw Caw Preserve, and a trip to Charlotte to see family. 

One of my favorite things to do is share my enjoyment of stitching. Here’s a photo of 2 grandkids working on gifts for their mom. And,,, I think this is the greatest little fortune cookie message ever!!

I’ve been working on a Scrappy Geese Quilt Along with an online group. So far, I’m not actually behind. But I will be tomorrow when the next set should be done, lol. 

I  quilted up 12 quilt sets for my charity groups this month. 

I’ve tried my hand at English Paper Piecing using Missie Carpenter's method. I like my results and enjoyed all of it, except threading the needle. I’ll be searching for a threader that will pass into the small eye of my needles.

 This was a terrific read! It was loaned to me by a very good friend. It’s really nice when someone knows you well enough to bring a book by and says,”you’re going to enjoy this,” and they’re right!!

This month was brought to an end as I got the 'clearing and cleaning' underway. Three trips to Goodwill already! And a car load to a neighbor that will share the collection of art & craft supplies with fellow teachers. I’m enjoying the calmer feel of our house. So, until next time,,,

Let’s Create.