With the major Holiday fast approaching there's a calmness I have with knowing that all will get done. Just by doing bits at a time, it will be achievable, hehe.....(and delegating)
it's the same principal as how I mention how do you eat an elephant?
That being said there seems to be more done when I list my intentions down and this will be my format this year.
1- Quilt that Horse quilt PGD#1 made for the boy in Nicaragua. This I'll slate as my December's challenge for ALYOF. It is resting on the sewing table relaxing so I hope to get to that this coming week. YIPPEE! Done, see this link...
2- Teach PGD#1 how to bind it. Done on the above link and project.
3- Quilt then Bind the Community Project quilt for WFQG.
4- Stitch four more blocks on the current CXS Lizzie Kate, Winter Alphabet. Progressing nicely.
5- Make 2 more doll/stuffed animal quilts.
6- Start the new QAL with Bonnie Hunter Mystery, Grand Illusion. Yep, going to jump on that boat and try to keep up with the steps for each week. Maybe not get all the units sewn but started so it'll be in bits unti I can get caught up, I have to be realistic about this. Perhaps a baby quilt size.......hehehe. Also am thinking of changing the colors a bit too time wll tell, Yellow, pink red and green with the black and white sounds yummy doesn't it.
7- Make trash containers for the car, these should be such a quick project that I'll use this project as my NewFO for December, the last one, she's giving these up to concentrate on UFOs next year. Barb Stanbro who has been hosting this at Cat Patches blog gets so much accomplished each month. She's amazing. If you have time, check out her posts and the quilting she's currently doing on the "Gardeners Quilt".
8- Using another wild card or2,3 4 for myself as my #8 entry, making things like a tea cozy, assist making a Library card holder and bag for PGD#1, new table runner with a Christmas fabrics for Living Room, etc.... we'll see.
9- Exercise 20 minutes a day at least for 5 days a week.
Could you tell I was an over achiever in school? It's either that or am I just plain NUTS? It seems like quite a large list to get to and I know it'll be a challenge but I am also ever optimistic.
We went to see the Holiday Train last night when it went through town and despite the deep cold, it was enjoyable. The Canadien Pacific Holiday Train is another tradition we've embraced in the past several years. The grand children love seeing it and the idea of giving food for those less fortunate embodies the season of giving. As I sign off it's only fitting to quote a train by chanting, I think I can, I think I can, I think I can .........toot toot!
I need to run, the ladies of our family are attending a party at 5pm with oils and fragrances and I love learning new ideas.
Jane
it's the same principal as how I mention how do you eat an elephant?
One Bite At a Time! (Or as with Trudy, moving that paper clip)
That being said there seems to be more done when I list my intentions down and this will be my format this year.
- This week I plan on getting the outdoors decorations up like the wreaths, garland and even candles in the windows. Then I'll start the Christmas cards and greetings.
- Of course there will be shopping, cooking, and candy making included for tasks needing done.
- As for traveling, we need to visit the eldest grandson at his school in Ma., Christmas concerts (I love!!), Christmas Services, Holiday parties and gatherings with friends I also love.
- Taking care of all of that besides progressing on my creative endeavors and the want to get done lists. So the December's list in that arena will contain:
1- Quilt that Horse quilt PGD#1 made for the boy in Nicaragua. This I'll slate as my December's challenge for ALYOF. It is resting on the sewing table relaxing so I hope to get to that this coming week. YIPPEE! Done, see this link...
2- Teach PGD#1 how to bind it. Done on the above link and project.
3- Quilt then Bind the Community Project quilt for WFQG.
4- Stitch four more blocks on the current CXS Lizzie Kate, Winter Alphabet. Progressing nicely.
5- Make 2 more doll/stuffed animal quilts.
6- Start the new QAL with Bonnie Hunter Mystery, Grand Illusion. Yep, going to jump on that boat and try to keep up with the steps for each week. Maybe not get all the units sewn but started so it'll be in bits unti I can get caught up, I have to be realistic about this. Perhaps a baby quilt size.......hehehe. Also am thinking of changing the colors a bit too time wll tell, Yellow, pink red and green with the black and white sounds yummy doesn't it.
7- Make trash containers for the car, these should be such a quick project that I'll use this project as my NewFO for December, the last one, she's giving these up to concentrate on UFOs next year. Barb Stanbro who has been hosting this at Cat Patches blog gets so much accomplished each month. She's amazing. If you have time, check out her posts and the quilting she's currently doing on the "Gardeners Quilt".
8- Using another wild card or
9- Exercise 20 minutes a day at least for 5 days a week.
Could you tell I was an over achiever in school? It's either that or am I just plain NUTS? It seems like quite a large list to get to and I know it'll be a challenge but I am also ever optimistic.
We went to see the Holiday Train last night when it went through town and despite the deep cold, it was enjoyable. The Canadien Pacific Holiday Train is another tradition we've embraced in the past several years. The grand children love seeing it and the idea of giving food for those less fortunate embodies the season of giving. As I sign off it's only fitting to quote a train by chanting, I think I can, I think I can, I think I can .........toot toot!
I need to run, the ladies of our family are attending a party at 5pm with oils and fragrances and I love learning new ideas.
Jane
