A Drawer and A Cabinet Door

Louie, I, and my sissypoo went junkin today, and we stopped at the Habitat Restore (Habitat for Humanity resale store). We spent $2.00 for this.......... And $4 for this. Anyone care to guess what Louie will do with these?

Tune in later (maybe tomorrow?)

I'm In Love!

My sweetie woke me up this morning before he went to work to give me a kiss goodbye, and told me he had emptied the dishwasher for me and picked up all his clothes, and tidied up a few things so I could have more time sewing today. Wasn't that sweet of him? I think I'll keep him! I was a good girl and made sure I got my vacuuming done before I headed downstairs, but that was after I spent a few hours on my computer. Hey! I can't help it! I'm addicted!

I collected my coffee, my bottle of water, my camera, my ipod, and laundry and headed downstairs. I threw the first load in the washing machine, then headed for my new sewing machine. As the laundry needed tended to, I would stop and take care of it, switching from washer to dryer, then dryer to basket, until all the laundry was done.

Last night, I got out my new expensive Supreme Slider (like $29!) which I tried once and wasn't all that impressed with, so I decided that I would lay in across the bed of the machine to protect it from scratches and nicks. I cut a big hole in it to fit around the throat plate. It is not long enough to cover from edge to arm, but wider than the machine front to back, so it actually worked out perfectly. My machine bed is now protected, and the slider can be removed easily.Can you see the slider? It is pink. Since I have invaded almost all the space in my basement with sewing machines and quilting 'stuff', I parked the new machine and table right in front of the walkout basement door. When the quilting girls come over, I will move it down to the end of our big double tables, so I can be a part of the group, but then, this is where I will sew, unless I watch a movie or television, then I will spin the table around and roll it into the living room area. Don't ya just love wheels?Oh, I love this machine! It fits into the table perfectly. The table is the perfect height, and it is so heavy and sturdy. The wheels make it a dream to move, and lock for stability when sewing. I used the knee lift all day, so I never had to lift the pressure foot with my hand. I used the thread cutter button all day, so I never had to cut a thread, and I never even used my scissors! Woo hoo! I took this next picture intentionally just to show you how short the thread cutter cuts my threads. If I was trimming with scissors, I would have snipped the threads right up to the fabric, but these threads are not long enough to worry about. (Did I mention I am in love?)I got my last four rows of strips sewn on, then added a 2" (finished) border to the quilt top.I had previously thought I would do more rows of half hexagon strips, and use each two row section to do another border, but I didn't like how it looked.... ...so I cut 2 1/2" x 3" rectangles out of all my leftover ends of the strips from cutting the hexagons, and I am going to sew them together and make a single or double row of rectangles for the next border. Who knows? I might change my mind again. I want to add another border after the rectangle border to make the quilt larger, then I might bind in scrappy too. I guess I'll make it up as I go and create as the mood fits. In this picture all the unsewn pieces are just laid out on the floor, so it is really difficult to tell just WHAT it will look like.This was all the sewing I did, because Louie wanted to go to Mrs. D's and start his motorcycle. It hadn't been started since November, but it popped right off. We think it's because she's been riding it down to 'Scooters', (the new local hangout bar and grill for the motorcycle crowd) and getting soused with all the snowmobile riders! She has to go in the winter, because we use the Goldwing in the summer. Hey, we share. We visited Mrs. D for about 4 hours. I put a new replacement part in her sewing machine, installed a program on her computer, and registered her virus protection. Louie sprayed for bugs, collected dead mice from the basement, and un-'stuck' her icemaker so it would work again. It was a good visit, as always. She always hates to see us go. I swear she has that kitchen chair planted right up against the counter so we cant get out!

Not sure what tomorrow will bring. I want to sew, but we might go junkin again. Saturdays are our day together. We're together every other day too, but it seems even though we are in the same house, we sometimes go different directions. We also might need to go buy some more supplies, because Louie is going to add a drawer to my table, and a thin shelf under the drawer on the left side. I want a place to put my sewing machine accessories and machine manual where it is close at hand. Louie says the drawer/shelf addition will make my table look even better. He will made the addition so it lines up with the shelf my machine sits on. I know he will do an awesome job, because he always does.

You'll have to check back for pictures, as I'll post them when he is finished!

You're Blessed...

I found a book at Goodwill this weekend called Stories of Jesus. Under the title in small letters, it reads, 'From the Message, A Contemporary Rendering of the Bible By Eugene H. Petersen.

I have it sitting in my bathroom on the edge of my tub. When I get up every morning, I pick up the book and just open it, and read one of the stories. Here is what I read today. It is his interpretation of Matthew 5:1-12, and it is called Less of You, More of God.

When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, He climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committted, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions. This is what He said:

"You're blessed when you are at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and His rule."

"You're blessed when you feel you've lost what is most dear to you. Only then can you be embraced by the One most dear to you."

"You're blessed when you're content with just who you are--no more, no less. That's the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can't be bought."

"You're blessed when you've worked up a good appetite for God. He's food and drink in the best meal you'll ever eat."

"You're blessed when you care. At the moment of being 'care-full,' you find yourselves cared for."

"You're blessed when you get your inside world--your mind and heart--put right. Then you can see God in the outside world."

"You're blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete and fight. That's when you discover who you really are, and your place in God's family."

"You're blessed when your commitment to God provokes persecution. The persecution drives you even deeper into God's kingdom."

"Not only that--count yourselves blessed every time people put you down or throw you out or speak lies about you to discredit me. What it means is that the truth is too close for comfort and they are uncomfortable. You can be glad when that happens--give a cheer, even!--for though they don't like it, I do! And all heaven applauds. And know that you are in good company. My prophets and witnesses have always gotten into this kind of trouble."

Have a wonderful day!

Fireproof The Movie is Now Out For Sale!

I recommend this movie to any married couple, whether they are happily married or not. It is life changing. I also recommend it to anyone who is engaged, or even thinking about getting married. I'd even recommend it to anyone who is dating.

It's just an awesome movie. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it! If you watch it, I guarantee, you WILL NOT be sorry....if fact, I know you will be blessed!

Janome Table Converted!

Since we managed to get my Janome 6600, it was time to convert this (computer?) table into a sewing table for my new machine. Ohhhhh, I just LOVE this price!It had a nice little tray underneath it......

which Louie removed, and plans on using somewhere else.We added locking casters to make it easy for me to move it around down in the basement. Move it to sew on it, and then move it out of the way.Here, we were trying the machine on the table for positioning.Louie taped it all out to the shape of the machine.He drilled holes so he could get the jig saw blade in to start cutting.....I spared you all the gory details. The table top is very THICK and took many tools and lots of cutting, grinding, sanding and lots of tweaks before we finally got it fit.Here Louie is adding the braces to hold the shelf the machine will sit on....Here's the board we bought to make the shelf.Here, the shelf is screwed into the braces...And my new Janome is set in place. Here is the front view.Side view....
and view from the back.I can't wait until tomorrow to attach the stitch board to the back of the machine, plug it in and play with it. (Yes I can. I'm exhausted!)Thanks for sharing in my joy!

G'night!

Miracles DO happen!

My sweet husband found a way for me to get this machine. I found the lowest price around, and we are off to get it. Please help me not feel guilty. Last week we found a nice 'desk' at Goodwill for $6.38 which he will be converting into a sewing table which lowers the machine to a more desirable heighth for me. I'll keep you posted of the progress and probably let you see the table conversion process.Praise the Lord!
Praise God in his sanctuary;
praise him in his mighty heavens!
Praise him for his mighty deeds;
praise him according to his excellent greatness!

Praise him with trumpet sound;
praise him with lute and harp!
Praise him with tambourine and dance;
praise him with strings and pipe!

Praise him with sounding cymbals;
praise him with loud clashing cymbals!
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
Psalm 150:1-6

I'm Getting Crowned!

No, unfortunately, not THIS kind of pearled tiara. My dental visit wasn't the most pleasant, because... I'm getting another dental crown. Top left, #13. My share of the bill comes to $425. (Thank you Lord, for my job, which includes health insurance and dental insurance.)

I already have several crowns. Let's count. I have two of these 'bridges' in my mouth. One on the far left side of my mouth, and one on the far right side of my mouth on the bottom. Covering the original teeth, that's 4, just in the two bridges. If you count the one 'suspended' between the crowns, that's two more (one for each bridge). Now we're up to 6. Ok, let's call them false teeth. Forgive me, and I hope I don't scar you forever with these images, but this is my mouth. (Big, isn't it?) See the whiter colored tooth on the right side of the picture on the top? That's #12. (That would be on the left side of my mouth). That's one more. #13 is right behind #12. Now we are up to seven. When #13 is done, that will be EIGHT false teeth. My two front teeth have a big gap in between them. That's the way I was born. My dear dentist filled in the space so it looks better. Should we call that 1/2? See that wire on the left side of the picture on the upper teeth? That's part of my TWO TOOTH partial. Can you see how the partial 'teeth' overlap the gums? If you count those two teeth, that's TEN. Ten 1/2 falsies.

Ok, now I know I am grossing you out, and please forgive me for that! Below, is my partial, or as some people call it, a 'flipper'. It is my best friend. I don't step outside of my home without it. It hooks around my back teeth on the top, which are not technically my back teeth, as they have been removed. This is what it looks like from the bottom.Wow, I really shouldn't be bragging about the horrible past condition of my mouth. Definately nothing to be proud of! (Sure wish I had the money spent on fixing up this pit!) However, if I hadn't fixed all of these teeth, this is what I would look like. I guess I'd rather spend the money and NOT look like this.
Moving onto other things, it is getting really cold and windy here. I kind of agree with how my friend Maxine is feeling.I went downtown and paid the bill for the 'remanufactured' compressor for my refrigerator, and nearly froze solid! If I had been sitting in my freezer, I would have, as it it working quite nicely now, thank you very much...but then, it SHOULD for $502.21! For that kind of money, I can't believe I didn't get a NEW compressor. Geez!

Right after I paid the bill for the compressor, I went to the tax preparer's office and dropped off the last necessary paperwork she needed to complete our tax return. I hope she hurries, because at the rate I've been spending money, we're gonna need it ASAP!

So, I guess I've 'whined' enough about all my woes. I REALLY Do feel VERY BLESSED. God is good, and He takes good care of me, even when I 'whine'.

My van REALLY needs to go to the car wash. Maybe while I am at it, I will go to this car wash as well. I can always use a spiritual 'renewing'.God bless you, friends. Thank you so much for hanging in there and listening to me today. You truly ARE good friends if you made it to the end of this post. Only friends would look inside your mouth and still love you.