TheQuiltingPot

In this episode I talk about: Congratulations to a fellow Podcaster What I am working on Saturday recording fail Current WIPs:      Illusion Quilt      H-blocks      SummerReadalong      My Favorite Things      2 small quilts to bind Twilters: Birds in the Air Swap QOV and Longarm practice talk Next Up Quilts:     Churn Dash Stars, by Mary Johnson      Jacobs Ladder, 2-color      Batik Single Irish Chain Guild Happenings:      Recent Quilt Retreat      BOM Committee: Chair      Embrace Committee: member      Mug Rug Swap      Summer Quilt Challenge Update on the boys Until Next time.....

After a long hiatus, I decided to do a podcast. Can't  believe my last podcast was September, 2015! The sun just makes me happy...let the recording begin!!!! In this episode I talk about:   *my time off   *new employment   *small quilts   *presence ib social media   *longarm practice   *IQuilt class   *upcoming retreat   *family visit   *finished quilts   *UFO plans   *knitting (at the very end) Hope you still remember me and stick around... AJ

Well Hello!!!In this episode I talk about:* Quilting on "Lady G", my Gammill Vision 2.0 DDR's Quilt Free motion quilting vs computerized quilting*Tumbler Blocks Leader/Ender project with Bonnie Hunter-2.5 inch tumbler blocks  MSQCo 5" charm square tumbler blocks using the template*Electronic die cutting machines Silhouette Cameo not getting much use, learning curve, and plans to sell Brother ScanNCut purchase, seeminly easier to use and review on next PC*AccuCutGo,and multiple dies; plan to sell*Twilters FB Group Hashtag block swap*The Stitch TV show hosted by Pam/Lynn*9/11 Virtual sew-in hosted by Pam*Mystery Quilt by Charlotte Cutting directions: http://scrapitudequilts.com/here-we-go-its-time-to-cut-the-scraps/*Handmade Journals*Bible Journaling*Cardmaking*Online art classes: LifeBook 2015 Tamare Laporte (Willowing) Splatter, Splotch, Splash Tiare Smith (TiareSmith.com)*Planners Organizing blocks of time for play "Fauxfdoris"-midori style planners ResetGirls (ListersGottaList-September)REMEMBER 9/11; NEVER FORGET!!!

Back from a brief hiatus. In this episode I talk about:*  What's been going ow with me*  My BD vacation with my Kids*  Arting Journey*  Quilting projects*  Creating a "New Blog" *  Podcaster love*  A "thank you" to new and seasoned listeners 

I am back. I hope all had a wonderful holiday season. You know what they say, it's better late than never. Now a bullet list of the content of my podcast. Here ya go!!* Owl baby wall hanging  Craftsy patterns used: "Hoot N Nanny" and "Owl You Need is Love"* Jenny Beyer (JB) Craftsy BOM.   BTW, no having fun with the black fabric-hard on the eyes.* KJ's Black/White/Red quilt (youngest daughter)  Still need borders all around. Next on my list to complete* Art journalling. What I am participating in  DLP 2015  Life Book 2015* Savannah Quiltfest/Jacksonville Quilt Show (making me happy)  March 2015. Looking forward to it  Jacksonville, FL quilt show, fall 2015* Sew In for President's Day????* Civilian life  What work will I do?* Stamp carving for my art journals* A little bit of my life's ups and downsUntil next time..............  

Finally,  got an episode publisher. I recorded two episodes previously. One in October and one earlier this month. As they say, third time is a charm.So, here's what I talked about:Life Update:  Becoming a civilian again  Job searching  Thanksgiving celebrationsThe Boys:  Cushings, Gizmo is doing well  Taking allergy drops twice a day (thank God no   shots)On the design wall:  Spiderweb quilt top (at a standstill)Swaps & Robins  Participated in the "Quiltcast Mini Swap"  My partner was "Kari". A podcast listener! Who knew?  Received my top from non other than, April Rosenthal!! Geeked out a little when I knew it was her.   Just in case you didn't know, she is one of the hosts of the "Quiltcast Podcast".Art Journal  Coloring, paint or gesso  Doodling  Online Art Journal classes by: Jane Davenport - Draw Happy and Tamara LaPorte - Book Worm GirlHappy Black Friday savings!!Until next time.................  

Never Give Up:In this episode:*Round Robin - Group C*Playing in my Art Journal*Quilt Progress:  Spiderweb quilt   Jelly Roll Quilt*Thank you to "Daisy"*New Podcast Outlander Podcast (The Scot and the Sassenach)*Shows I Watch Outlander Haven Scandal*Retirement plans

In this episode I do my normal babble and talk about:*  Pending transition to civilian life*  My Son"s quilt*  My daugther's quilt plans*  ATC's*  Completed "French Rose" quilt top*  Spiderweb block progress*  A little about the Silhouette*  Mention a few "thank yous"*  Upcoming name change of my blog*  A little about the boys!*  And.....of course, how to reach meUntil next time........................

What I am up to:Quilting:  *Son's BD Quilt*Youngest DDR's red, black and white*Oldest DDR's "Modern Quilt*French Roses*Spider Web*Lady GMixed Media:*Journalling*Inked ceramic tilesNew Toy:*Cameo SilhouetteKnitting:*Jimmy Beans Wool, Outlander KALWhat I am watching:*Outlander*Under the Dome*Dr. Who*Haven*Lots of YouTubeWhat I am listening to:*The Fiery CrossUntil next time.............

In this episode I talk about:* DS Quilt Progress* DD#2 Quilt Plan   Jelly Roll quilt-black, white, red and grey* Fabric Post Card Swap* Round Robin    Communication, mailing on time* Tanesha's "Lady Day"     Art Quilting*  Nonnie's book review     "Accentuate the Negative ( a new purchase)* Spider Web Quilt inspiration by Bonnie Hunter* A Bummer     Gizmo has "Cushings Syndrome"* Art Journalling    Feelings ( work, life and Gizmo)    Documented Life Project (DLP)Until Next Time...................     

 It's a Holiday*****Remember to take time to honor a VET today!*****This episode contains previously recorded, but not uploaded episodes. I suggest you listen in increments. I don't want your brain to freeze. Each episode is separated by a musical pause, a resting place, if you will. So, as usual, I ramble about:*Episode #48 & #49*Daisy's UFO Challenge*Postage Stamp swap and progress*Round Robin and progress*My children's quilt plans*QOV fabric collection*Progress Photos*The Boys*Giveaway Plans in honor of  my 50th podcase & Memorial Day (thequiltingpot.com)*Movie date with my DD*Summer TV excitment*My book listening pleasure and new book excitement If you want the full story with pics, head over to my blog.Until next time.........

The podcast was recorded on May 4th, my BD! Today, I am getting around to writing the post and uploading the podcast.What I ramble about:A "Google" BD tributeDaisy's UFO ChallengePostage Stamp Swap processRound Robin center block prgressHexie progressA little organizationA mention of my boysMy week off!!!A week with ALL my children!!!! YAYA little yard work with the FAMBook finish: Insurgent, by Veronica RothAudible: next book "Drums of Autumn", 4th book of the Outlander Series

A rainy day, but I get to sew and quilt!!! Wearing multiple hats this week, I have been working longer than normal hours.  So, hence not so much quilting this past week. Well this is what I have accomplished this week. My progress on "Boxy Stars" is coming along. I got this pattern from Bonnie Hunter's (BH) website. It is listed here under the free patterns tab. I am adding the sashing and corner stones. I have even sewn a few completed rows together. My focus this weekend is on completing this top! I am soooo close, it should not difficult to do.  My goal for this weekend is to load my "String Geese" quilt top. I made this top using men's shirts purchased from Goodwill.  This pattern can also be found on BH's website. It is made using long strips. A nice, simple no brainer top. I am continuing to work on my hexies, one more to add to my stack. Just so you know, I haven't had the energy to do any stitching while waiting for the light. Not even to work on them at lunchtime. I have been working through lunch or at a meeting the entire week. My previous post about the charity quilt that came home with me in February for me to complete....well, I received a phone call thanking me for my participation. I was told that they like to personally thank each person that sends in a quilt. I was also given a website to see where my quilt went. I was a little surprised that I was called Last but not least, I am continuing to cut my 1 1/2" squares for the swap. I am about halfway there! I hope everyone enjoys this special weekend, however you may celebrate it!!! Until next time.........  

Enjoying the sun!!! UFO Challenge  Daisy's PromoPostage Stamp Swap  Correction of Host name; Tina not Darla  7 sets of 50 pairs by  ease of equal cutting  almost same fabrics for allBoxy Stars  sashing and corner stonesHexie Progress  slow and steadyITH Embroidery  Key Fobs - ok for tokens of thanks    not for salestill working on techniqueThe Littlest Thistle FAL  Quarter #2 linky  Pictures can be seen at "thequiltingpot.com"Current listening pleasure  Book #3 - Voyager by Diana Galbadon*Please excuse the "lip smacking" during parts of the podcast. I will work on that little annoying habit.Until next time........

Savannah Quilt Show  Stash/Tool EnhancementDaisy of "Very Lazy Daisy Quilts"  Binding size  UFO Challenge  Round RobiinFAL 2014  The Littlest Thistle (1st Qtr Linky)  Tanesha  Fadom (Outlander blocks)Goodreads: Audio Books  Between Heaven and Texas (Marie Bostwick)     Can't seem to remeber the title  Divergent (Recommend)  Voyager (3rd book, Outlander series)Until next time.......

My Saturday started early! My agenda:  *Hairstylist appointment  *Boys Vet appointment  *Complete Squared Churndash topSpring Post Card Swap  received my fabric post card I finally, finally finished my CS quilt.  Jodi tested and approved!Churndash WH.  *Curse you Jenny Doan and those quick quilt projects with bias edges!!! Boxy Stars  *Leader and ender project. My upcoming projects:  *1.5 inch Charm Swap hosted by Darla, Scientific Quilter  *Round Robin with Daisy of Very Lazy Daisy podcast  *Summer post card swap, hosted by Sandy ColwellEQ7  *now a MAC version.  Books:Filler Up, by Renee Haddidan (longarm)Between Heaven and Texas, by Marie Bostwick (currently listening)Cress, by Marissa Meyer (Lunar Chronicles-completed)Voyager, Diana Gabaldon (Outlander Series)

As usual, I chat while mobile.Celtic Solstice  Binding applicationHexie UpdateMitered Crochet dishcloths Pinterest time suckQuilting Feathers  PracticeGiveaway  Will it be a ruler or fabric?Quiltfest Savannah   Who's going??Until next time.....

Let me start off with an apology. The sound quality for my mobile portion is not as crisp as past episodes. I placed my phone in a different location. So, after listening, I will be moving it back to my original "spot". In this episode I ramble as usual. In no particular order:Binding my wonky log cabin quilt -UFO #2 on my listCherrywood fabrics -hand dyed cottons with the look of suede -highly recommendFabric post card -Partner was ddrquilter -Thanks to her DH -My process -Oops! -Spark of interest Sandi Coldwell -Swap Hostess -Thanks for coordinating Planning for UFO finishes -Quilted, but need binding -Completed topsShout outs for new/listeners from the beginningUntil next time...........

 A sunny day in March!!Charity quiltFabric Post Card (FPC) SwapQuilty resolution update  Charity  QOV   plan closet organizationUFO  quilt #2 1st qtr  #3 quilt binding planningNew technique-Elmer's Glue  Sharon Schamber  binding-glue baste   longer/better resultsLongarm Practice  whole cloth plan  FMQ design-  new Lynn Durbin- YouTubeHexies  my little engine that couldUntil next time........... 

This week:*Apology* Listened to Tanesha's Podcast  -artsy inspiration  -journalling/sketching  -Outlander collaboration*Charity Quilt  -Finished  -sewn binding  -ready to be mailedPost Card Swap  -Dbl secret  -Tried something new  -Hope swap partner will likeHexagon progress  -steady but slow progressLongarm practice plan  -blank canvas  -lots of ideas