Just about everything new

I have not spent much time here updating my creative life.  I am launching a new site this week and that has been fun.  www.NanaBlueQuilts.com  is live and I am adding new products slowly.  The studio is just ready and primed for a redesign---If only I can choose a theme!  So, many wonderful colorways to go with.  I love this quilts colorway but worry it will end up looking like a candy shop just too sweet. 

I get to design my new Quilt Studio

Hubby is giving up the "Man Cave" for my quilt studio. Presently its a whopping 7 feet by 12 feet! I get to move it to the downstairs to a 3 room inlaw style apartment.  I am sort of at a lost to where to begin, so later I will post pictures and decide what to put on the walls and floors! I can go from there, maybe with your help!  I am thinking walls in a buff  with a pink undertone???

way too long since posting

This is still here and waiting for love.

Back to quilting

This is block 3 of Barbara Brackman's free block of the week dedicated to the 150th  anniversary of the Civil War. Each week she shares a historical block and stories from the time. This week was about the seven stars block.

my first spinnings

My first yarns... a little chunky...all I can say it reminds me of patting my head and rubbing my tummy! It takes time to get the drafting down but what a wonderful way to relax between quilting.

This was later today getting better and a little thinner:)

The kiwi

She's already to spin!  Time to learn, I have lots of roving and it looks like this outside!

Brrrrrrrrrr!

My new friends the Alpacas!

I got a chance to meet some local Alpacas,  How cute is this guy?  I bought a ton of his wonderful coat. I plan to start spinning this week for the first time. My wheel is expected tomorrow.  I have lots to look forward to this spring when he and his girl friends get sheered.

Their mom Lisa was very gracious to show us about their wonderful farm. 

How pretty is this gal?  If you are interested in some of their wonderful fleece just give me an email! I am sure it won't last long.

I love give aways...

It always gives you the chance to find out news things and meet really creative people. I learned this one from Micki

Stray Stitches Giveaway

Linda at Stray Stitches is giving away a beautiful pattern and fabric. You have till January 9th to enter. You don't want to miss this one.

My quilt arrived to Sis's

I love when I get a photo of my quilt being used and loved!  Sis says she is making new bed skirt and curtains now to match her new quilt.

Donation Quilt to the Big Chill!

Helping the local University with a donation to the Alumni Association.  If your going to the Big Chill please bid high!  If you would like your own Sport Quilt give me an email! The center is made from your favorite tee shirt.  I am sending this idea to the Fat Quarter Challenge!  It's the an easy quilt with great results!  ~~ Go RAMS....