Placemats - Bound

A strange and wonderful thing happened yesterday - there was nothing I HAD to do.  So of course I sat down to sew!  These poor placemats were quilted in November, but got moved to the back burner as Christmas preparations got underway.  This time between Christmas and New Years is a welcome repreive from the hustle and bustle. 

I started some napkin rings, and hope to have then ready to show you soon.  Meanwhile, I'm contemplating projects for 2011.  (There are quite a few I never got to in 2010!) 

I hope we can all enjoy a little "down" time, and begin the new year refreshed!  :)

Placemats Plus Napkin Rings

Got six placemats quilted today.  Hope to get them bound tomorrow.  Below the mats are some border remnants.  Am looking for a simple pattern for napkin rings.

Christmas Placemats

Real life has been interfering with quilting.  

Baaa Humbug to the mundane chores that get in the way! 

I have 365 days to plan, yet every November I realize I have a LOT to do. 

One thing I DID in 2009, was to snatch up some sale items for Christmas 2010.

These panels hadn't been cut properly.  I got them for $0.99.  

They've been patiently awaiting my attention for 11 months.

There are two holiday fundraisers coming up - one at work, the other at church. 

If I get crackin' I may be able to contribute to both.

Today was the start of a three day weekend - to be followed by a three day work week - then a four day weekend. Thank goodness - there's much to do!  :)