Happy News

This is the happy news you have been waiting for.

The final two packages of I Spy fabric have arrived

from the postal twilight zone!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Crystal at Hendrixville.

Crystal also sent along some additional I Spy fabrics

as a hostess gift. Thank you so much!

Fabrics received from Kari at The Purple Quiltapotamus.

I am also happy to announce the winner of the "kitty"

that was drawn from the swappers who met the mailing deadline of Oct. 15th.

And the winner is...

Jacque of Lily Pad Quilting!

Jacque will receive an additional 40 squares of I Spy fabric.

Congratulations!
We are so happy for you!

And the final happy news of the day...

Since I was able to be home today...

all the fabrics have been swapped and mailed.

Yep! You read that right!

Every package has been mailed 

and should be

arriving at your home soon!

In the days ahead I'll be hosting another 

I Spy Quilt Parade

and will be sending out an e-mail invite to all round 2 swappers.

 I would be happy to post your photos on my blog and/or 

 I Spy flickr page with a link back to you

so others can be inspired by your lovely quilts.

In closing I would like to express my thanks to each and every swapper

for making this such a positive experience for me.

My hope is that each of you have been blessed from being a part of 

our little online group:)

May you always Sew in Peace!

Sandra

Two Peeks and a Tip

Let's think of something to do while we're waiting

on those final packages of I Spy fabric to arrive.

Hmmm....

How about a sneak peak at the fabrics that have 

already been swapped?

There has been such a wonderful assortment of fabrics this round!

I can hardly wait to get these tables put away and begin sewing!

How about a sneak peak at my new sewing room?

This room has been a guest room the past few years

and sits empty most of the time...so I'm taking over.

After a fresh coat of paint I will be ready to move in.

I'm so excited about getting settled in this space!

Finally, how about a tip?

I found these OttLite bulbs at Lowe's. I already use OttLites

for my close up work, but didn't know they make bulbs for regular lamps.

If you are unfamiliar with the OttLite brand, 

the light they produce is more like natural light which reduces eye strain.

To test it out, I replaced the two bulbs on the left with OttLites.

See the clear light that is cast on the left side of the ladder?

The two bulbs on the right are regular 60 watt ceiling fan bulbs.

OttLite bulbs are a bit pricey but I figure it will create less strain 

on my eyes and that alone is priceless as we age.

May you always Sew in Peace:)

Sandra

I Spy Swap Update

The mailman hasn't been quite so generous the past few days,

but there are a few more fabrics to share from the

I Spy Swap!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Kay at Kay'z Quiltz.

Fabrics received from Kay at Kay'z Quiltz.

Sadly one swapper needed to drop out due to health reasons.

Here are a few fabrics I'm throwing in to take the spot at the last minute.

Fabrics received from Marta at Polka Dot Classic.

We are still inching toward the goal of being finished this week

and are waiting on two final packages to arrive.

Hopefully the mailman will cooperate:)

May you always Sew in Peace!

Sandra

Baby & Me Quilt

I was finally able to finish this quilt
 for a friend who recently had a baby boy.
It is may appear to be pieced blocks,
but is actually a panel called
"Baby & Me" by Leanne Anderson
for Henry Glass Fabrics.
I spied this panel at our local quilt shop
and knew it would make a great baby quilt.
I added both the green and almond borders to increase the size.

Hopefully it will get lots of use:)

Linking up with:

 Friday Night Sew In

 Finish it up Friday

May you always Sew in Peace

Sandra

I Spy Mail Update

Check out these sweet fabrics that have just arrived for the 

I Spy Swap!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Melissa at That's Just Crafty.

Fabrics received from Chiska at Muddy Spring.

Fabrics received from Chiska at Muddy Spring.

Chiska also enclosed several extra squares of novelty fabrics

as a hostess gift. Thank you so much for your

thoughtfulness!

Fabrics received from Julianna at Life after Hanswife.

Fabrics received from Patty.

Fabrics received from Laurie.

Fabrics received from Laurie.

Laurie also sent along quilters note pad as a hostess gift.

Thank you so much Laurie!

At this point we are just waiting on a few packages to arrive

before the swapping begins:)

In closing, keep in mind that tonight is the monthly Friday Night Sew In,

so gather up an unfinished project and plan to join us!

May you always Sew in Peace!

Sandra

I Spy More Mail:)

Here are the latest fabulous fabrics that have been entered in the

I Spy Swap!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Mary Claire at Chez Petro.

Fabrics received from Mary Claire at Chez Petro.

Fabrics received from Mary Claire at Chez Petro.

Fabrics received from Carin at Margaret's Hope Chest.

Fabrics received from Needled Mom.

Fabrics received from Hilachas.

Hilachas also enclosed a beautiful piece of Christmas fabric

as a hostess gift. Thank you so much for your

thoughtfulness!

Fabrics received from Lucy at Crazy for Purple.

Fabrics received from Lucy at Crazy for Purple.

At this point I have heard from all the swappers and have been told

that all fabrics are in the mail and headed this way.

 We should be on target to complete  the swap on schedule!

May you always Sew in Peace!

Sandra

I Spy Mail / One Flower Wednesday

Here's the next batch of fabrics for the I Spy Swap!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Sandra at Sew in Peace.

Fabrics received from Sandra at Sew in Peace.

Fabrics received from Sandra at Sew in Peace. 

Fabrics received from Sandra at Sew in Peace.

Fabrics received from Rose.

Fabrics received from Vickie at A Creative Notion.

Fabrics received from Crystal Z.

Fabrics received from Kathryn at Needles and Pins.

Fabrics received from Marta at Polka Dot Classic.

Fabrics received from Beth.

If you are looking for creative ways to lay out your

I Spy blocks, 

be sure to check out the 

I Spy Quilt Parade

and the

photos posted on flickr.

We have several new additions!

And finally...

It's been ages since I've worked on my hexagons for

One Flower Wednesday.

Even though I wasn't able to get a flower completed

this week

I was able to restock my supply:)

May you always Sew in Peace:)

Sandra

I Spy Mail

Here is the first group of fabrics to arrive for the 

I Spy Swap!

(To see a larger view of any of the fabrics simply click on the photo.)

Fabrics received from Susan at Blackberry Creek

Susan also sent along an adorable card 

and several extra squares as a hostess gift. 

Thank you!

Fabrics received from Amy at Lexington Quilter.

Fabrics received from Suzanne at The Colorado Lady.

Fabrics received from Karen at K's Quilting Corner.

Fabrics received from Emily.

Fabrics received from Linda.

Fabrics received from Renae.

Fabrics received from Renae.

Fabrics received from Jacque at Lily Pad Quilting.

Fabrics received from Jessica at Just Enough Style.

Stay tuned!

I'm thinking there will be more mail tomorrow:)

May you always Sew in Peace!

Sandra