catching up

It's been a busy week here at ellyn's place. First of all, last week, Marie Bostwick paid a visit to The Quilt Asylum. Have you read Marie's books? You really should. We had a little sit-n-sew and Marie read us part of the prologue to her latest book, Threading the Needle. It's the fourth book in her Cobbled Courts series, a wonderful series about women, friendship, and life. Oh, and a quilt store.... of course! After she read, we had some time to visit, throw questions out, munch cookies, you know, the usual things we quilters do! I have met Marie several times now and she is just as sweet as can be. Thanks for coming, Marie, and thanks to the gals at The Quilt Asylum for always throwing a fun party!

While we were there, I was cranking on my July Birdie Stitches block. I'm so proud of myself for keeping up with these blocks! Block 7 done, and it makes me happy!

Ally has been sick with a sinus infection and Lexi is always by her side. Even sharing her special minky blanket with her....

So I have had time at home to make some special little presents for friends. A couple of pin cushions....

and my first mug rug, finished this morning....

And some other treasures that I will share with you soon! Back to the sewing room I go....