First I cut up some more hexagons. This way I have plenty to work on, to get some progress done this weekend.
Of course Izzy had to check them out.
Then I got the idea to make an apple core runner for my dining bureau. I have a large penny rug on it now, but the cats get all over it and i need something clean I can put on, to set the dishes on. But my first try, I jammed the threads at the beginning. The second, I sewed two together nicely, then realized one core was backwards, so I tried one more and got it right. But, it made me realize that I need to take my time and it is too much to get done for Easter. Soooo, I decided to make a quickie runner. I got some nice fabric from my friend Kelley, perfect for a table cloth. I sewed two pieces together and planned on doing a blanket stitch with my machine, but then I changed my mind and went fancier. Machine sewing a design, takes a long time, lol. I have never done this before and I made a mess, but it will have to be good enough. At least I can put the dishes down on a clean runner.
This is a close up, you can see my bad stitching, guess I need to show it to my pfaff lady and have her explain to me, how to do it right;) I really need lessons, lol. The good thing is that the material is still good, so later I can take off the edges and still use the material in another project.
And then I got a start on Easter cleaning. I cannot vacuum without Casey wanting a clean up for himself. He likes to be vacuumed and playing ball while I clean. As I vacuum he throws the ball at me and if I ignore him, he will put it on the vacuum. I think it is the noise that gets him going, he is definitely a bit odd;)
And this is my 500th post! And I think it is time for a double giveaway! First prize will be a handmade item from me and the second winner will receive a free epattern. But, I will make you wait till saturday to find out what the prize will be. That will be the official contest day! I haven't quite decided, but I have a few ideas;) So make sure to come back Saturday and leave a comment!
24 comments:
Too funny!! My dogs run when I get out the vacuum!! Please throw my name into your give away hat...looks like I'm first so I'll get the ball rolling!! Thanks for the chance! Have a wonderful Easter!
Paulette
My dog loved to get vacuumed, being an Airedale and having a double coat he would get 1/2 the garden soil trapped in it and when he lay on the floor he left behind a mound of dirt, so he and the floor got done regularly.
How cute is the dog.... nice way to get cleaned....
Hugz
Uhhh..."bad stitching"???? Like, WHERE? Looks perfectly good to me -either that, or your photo is hiding something! Casey is amazing - my critters run and scatter when I haul out the vacume...(Gee, could it be that I do it so infrequently it spooks them??? Nahhh...) :o) Smiles & Hugs (Thanks for visiting...) Robin
Oh...and congrats & kudos on 500!! Wow!! R
I am worn out reading this post...lol. Yours is the first Dog I have heard of that doesn't run a mile when the Hoover gets switched on.
Your dog needs to help my corgi get over his vacuum phobia! Congrats on the 5ooth! I'll be back tomorrow to sign up for your giveaway! The stitching on the table runner looks good in the picture...Love the fabric!
Courtney
Casey looks like he's in heaven! Our border collie would bite the vacuum head and hop around and bark at it until it got shut off! Silly dogs! Great fabrics on the hexagons and runner! The fancy stitch looks good to me! Have a Happy Easter!
Animals they need to get in on the act. Happy Easter
cathy
When I was a kid our family dog always without fail would hear the vacuum cleaner and run over to get her fair share of vacuuming! She was a shedder so it was a good thing she loved the vacuum I guess. Congrats on so many post...hopefully I can get back here as I'd love the homemade item (from your hands and all).
Congrats on 500 posts. I love the fabric you used on your runner. Your furbaby looks like he's lovin that vacuum.
Enjoy your Easter~Becky
The animals are too cute!! What a great way to capture the hair while you brush!!
Too cute to see your pup want to be around when the vac is running. Every animal I've ever had has run away like made when I turn ours on. :)
Your pooch is too funny!
I think your stitches on the runner look fine.
I have a pattern called the 10 minute table runner. It uses 2 fabrics and really only takes 10 or 15 minutes to make. I love to make it with some novelty fabric. I think your dog is so funny that he likes to be vacuumed. Mine never did. Thanks for the chance to win in your giveaway.
Happy Easter to you!! Casey is so adorable and that tongue makes him special. My bulldogs hate the sweeper and try to attack it.
My furbabies hide at the sound of the vacum.Hmm wish I could hide too.Warm Blessings!~Amy
Congratulations on 500 posts!!!! My dogs head for the hills when they hear the vacuum start. Hey, maybe that would be a good excuse not to vacuum, "I didn't want to frighten the dogs." Think it would work?
Deb
Deb,
Hard to believe you have made it to 500 posts as it seems like I remember you starting it just the other day. Congratulations and on to the next goal,
Miss Dottie runs into the next room when i get the vacuum out even though it's her hair I need to pick up.
Thanks for the chance at not one, but two goodies. Please drop my name in the hat or bowl or where ever they will be pulled from by one of the beasties, I presume.
Trisha
Millie transforms into psycho dog when she sees the vacuum. I need to move her to another part of the house to vacuum.
Congratulations on 500 posts! I enjoy coming to visit with you and hear your stories.
Keep on blogging!
Good Morning,
Congratulations on your 500th post and on your win over on the pafa blog. I enjoyed visiting and am now a new follower.
Easter Blessings ~Natalie
p.s. our cats hide under the bed when we vacume!
Very pretty runner, Debbie! The decorative stitching can be a bit tricky - do take the classes if you can. I never got mine, until I started working there [long story]. Puppy is TOO FUNNY - have a wonderful Easter, hon!
Oh no, one of those days, ay? I have those often:) Your pets are ready for Hollywood aren't they? LOL... all my cats but one, Hermes, hates the vacuum. Maybe he's deaf! I hope not:) Happy Easter gal and congratulations on your PAFA win! Hugs~Carol
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