Wow! Where did that week go? We had our daughter staying with us while she attended a conference, and I don’t know what happens to the time. We love it when she is able to stay with us. It’s a chance to catch up and just enjoy her company, even though she’s in an out at the speed of light.

It’s also a chance for me to cook her favourite meals. We had Baked Chicken and vegies one night, homemade pizza another and of course I made an Apple Charlotte for desert. She loved it so much; I made another one for her to take home with her.

I also was invited to attend a meeting of the Mountain Quilters at Peachester yesterday. I had a great day and lots of laughs and conversation. This group of girls has a number of members that have been busy sewing for Sunshine Linus. Their efforts are greatly appreciated and I had a chance to thank them all. Pop over to my blog for some photos of the day. Here’s the link: http://whenlifehandsyouscraps.blogspot.com.au/

Last Sunday I posted an article about making homemade hand cream, especially for quilters. Here’s the link:

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art178002.asp If you’re interested in giving us your favorite recipe for handmade cream, or telling us about your favorite commercial cream, pop over to the forum. Here’s the link:

http://forums.bellaonline.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/782789/Homemade_Hand_Lotion_for_Quilt#Post782789 I’m looking forward to hearing from you.

So, onto my goodies for this week. A broad selection for you, enjoy the browse:

http://reannalilydesigns.com/2010/11/wonky-hex-quilt-ala-log-cabin-style/ I really like this idea behind this pattern, am going to give it a try.

http://mypatchwork.wordpress.com/2011/11/18/patchwork-christmas-tree-softie/ these pretty patchwork Christmas trees are really cute

http://www.craftinessisnotoptional.com/2010/11/ironing-board-cover-tutorial.html an ironing board cover tutorial

http://piecenquilt.blogspot.com/2010/07/modern-baby-quilt-tutorial.html a modern baby quilt tutorial

http://www.marthastewart.com/864540/stephanies-sewn-felt-slippers?czone=holiday/santas-workshop/santas-handmade-gifts gorgeous felt slippers to make

http://smashedpeasandcarrots.blogspot.com/2011/11/waterproof-fabric-shower-cap-tutorial.html waterproof shower cap

http://byyourhands.blogspot.com/2010/11/tuesday-tutorial-dog-coat.html little doggie coat

http://www.noodle-head.com/2011/10/fabric-tray-tutorial.html fabric trays - cute gifts

http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/interactive-rainbow-airport-walkway a different welcome for Miami International airport

http://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/cutting-corners/2012/04/06/woodland-cottage-pincushion/ a pretty woodland cottage pincushion

That’s all from me this week. I do hope this newsletter finds you all well and getting through your busy lives reasonable unscathed!! I’ll be back again next week. If you’d like to catch up with me, here’s my email: quilting@bellaonline.com
Cheerio for now



Judie Bellingham, Quilting Editor
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