tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post473794161637610265..comments2023-10-28T03:39:02.555-04:00Comments on The Gazebo House: September is National Sewing Month!Rettabughttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-26157799132194024562013-09-25T18:56:06.878-04:002013-09-25T18:56:06.878-04:00Rett, You've been sewing up a storm and are SE...Rett, You've been sewing up a storm and are SEW generous with your time and projects! Love the stockings for our service men & women! And how fun, Ms. C is helping and learning too. My grandmother taught me to sew on her ancient trundle machine. I have such fond memories of sewing with her scraps when we visited :) Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16398643098588491009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-34213896734825502452013-09-23T17:33:06.046-04:002013-09-23T17:33:06.046-04:00I am so sorry to hear the sad news in your family....I am so sorry to hear the sad news in your family. I am so glad that you have your sewing to help you with the stress. I can't imagine worrying about having no insurance when you are so worried about your loved one and knowing you are "giving up fighting", well, who can even guess what that feels like. So sad.<br /><br />Sewing is pretty much a foreign language to me, but I do love seeing your projects and I love that Christmas pattern! Gorgeous! <br /><br />I put up the second half of French Lick a little while ago, you might want to check out the sister hotel, West Baden. It has an entirely different atmosphere, a little too quiet for my taste, but wonderful to see. Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03190096917851087676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-78210533619150754042013-09-22T18:38:45.287-04:002013-09-22T18:38:45.287-04:00What beautiful projects, Rett! I adore the cake po...What beautiful projects, Rett! I adore the cake pops, the quilt, and the stockings for soldiers. I am so sorry for the illness in your family and I will pray for Rachel and Keith.<br />Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09792341123595520130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-10598338078633726512013-09-22T08:32:08.705-04:002013-09-22T08:32:08.705-04:00Oh, I am so sorry to read, about your relatives wh...Oh, I am so sorry to read, about your relatives who are ill. What a stressful time - I have been through a time like that and it is not easy. Please know that many good wishes and prayers for your family are being sent your way. Your sewing projects have made me more determined than ever to purchase a new sewing machine. Mine has been broken for a while and have been having trouble deciding to "jump off the cliff" and buy a new one. Thanks for "pushing me over the edge"!!Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00951014703880304321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-9019086112770441672013-09-21T09:51:23.961-04:002013-09-21T09:51:23.961-04:00Cheryl, I truly appreciate your prayers for my fam...Cheryl, I truly appreciate your prayers for my family members. The situations are so very sad...more so for the young kids that will be left with only 1 parent now. I know my sister is especially worried about how her grandchildren are handling the news. I'm more worried about HER!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-78922836900287396742013-09-21T09:49:42.628-04:002013-09-21T09:49:42.628-04:00I'm SO glad you've finally gotten some rai...I'm SO glad you've finally gotten some rain, Sarah! I spoke with my brother in Kerrville just yesterday & he said they were getting a little. <br /><br />Thank you for your prayers...they are much appreciated. Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-6026851125266783802013-09-21T09:47:40.530-04:002013-09-21T09:47:40.530-04:00Thank you for your prayers, Lillian & for your...Thank you for your prayers, Lillian & for your sweet words, too. <br />I already have another quilt started but it will be a loooong time till I have it completed. *sigh* It keeps me busy & that is good.Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-48849171450112272822013-09-21T09:46:28.207-04:002013-09-21T09:46:28.207-04:00DO it, Bev!! I had a friend tell me once, that if...DO it, Bev!! I had a friend tell me once, that if I ever learned to sew, I would never again be bored or without a project. It was TRUE!! I have more things in the works than I can remember. I just hope the Good Lord lets me live long enough to complete all of them.Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-78483348254767847522013-09-21T09:45:10.697-04:002013-09-21T09:45:10.697-04:00You can do this quilt, BJ...it would be perfect fo...You can do this quilt, BJ...it would be perfect for a beginner, as the star points are not supposed to match! They are actually supposed to be MORE wonky than mine turned out. I guess I'm a little anal when it comes to positioning. The entire star is supposed to "float" inside the white block, so there is no risk of cutting off your points. If you can sew a straight & consistent 1/4" seam, you'll be fine.<br /><br />Thanks for your prayers. The situations are so very sad & I even feel worse for my sister! She was just getting over her knee replacement surgery & now has more heartache than anyone should deal with.Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-79963167788458253002013-09-21T09:42:05.596-04:002013-09-21T09:42:05.596-04:00I will have to keep an eye out for them again. I&...I will have to keep an eye out for them again. I'm kicking myself now for not getting them when I first saw them. Someday I'll learn!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-45160811401700989022013-09-21T09:41:24.475-04:002013-09-21T09:41:24.475-04:00Thank you Mary! I need to get busy & do some ...Thank you Mary! I need to get busy & do some of the "Quilts of Valor" that I've been seeing lately. Such a special way to say 'thank you' to a Veteran!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-54107312823977174322013-09-21T09:40:28.370-04:002013-09-21T09:40:28.370-04:00I appreciate your kind words, Nonie! You know how...I appreciate your kind words, Nonie! You know how hard it is to go through all of this, I'm sure. I would go nuts if I couldn't sew to keep my mind off it!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-20670993027109784372013-09-21T09:39:15.759-04:002013-09-21T09:39:15.759-04:00Thank you, Kitty! I always admire your sewing pro...Thank you, Kitty! I always admire your sewing projects too & I'm glad YOU are staying busy. Hugs right back atcha!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-68903582227494126432013-09-21T09:38:33.965-04:002013-09-21T09:38:33.965-04:00Thank you, Lorrie, for your compliments and for yo...Thank you, Lorrie, for your compliments and for your prayers. Both are greatly appreciated!Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-92183688004398414872013-09-21T09:37:53.120-04:002013-09-21T09:37:53.120-04:00Thank you, Lynn & thanks for the tut on the hu...Thank you, Lynn & thanks for the tut on the hula skirt. I want to do your witch hat as well, next time Ms. C. visits.Rettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-37550650153105001192013-09-21T09:37:08.273-04:002013-09-21T09:37:08.273-04:00Thanks Ceekay! I have a new neighbor, who also qu...Thanks Ceekay! I have a new neighbor, who also quilts, and when she moves in next door when her DH retires, I'm planning on inviting every single sewist that I know for a big party to meet her. I don't know yet how many "flowers" I'll need, so I just keep making them. I can always undo one if I need the fabric! LOLRettabughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09974677657528087286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-66518258178794197512013-09-21T09:21:22.038-04:002013-09-21T09:21:22.038-04:00I certainly will remember Keith and Rachel in my p...I certainly will remember Keith and Rachel in my prayers. Such a difficult time for you and your family.<br /><br />Love the idea of the fat quarter favors and the American Doll dresses.<br /><br />The quilt is gorgeous.<br />LillianAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-34750841274625062972013-09-21T09:13:41.662-04:002013-09-21T09:13:41.662-04:00What a coincidence. Just this past Thursday I was...What a coincidence. Just this past Thursday I was driving home thinking about sewing, and how I miss my sewing machine that never got replaced and how much I would love to learn how to sew a quilt. When I got home, I even got on the computer and googled "how to make a quilt" and then a day later I saw you post!! It's meant to be, I need to go out and buy me a sewing machine and start sewing again....I just need to tell me hubby ;) Love all your sewing projects, you're really great at it!!mzzbevhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05842861201472024025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-43320374747646667842013-09-21T08:54:04.356-04:002013-09-21T08:54:04.356-04:00Rett...what a great post just FULL of wonderfulnes...Rett...what a great post just FULL of wonderfulness. I loved every word and every photo....an awesome way to start my Sat. :)<br />The part about the sickness of the family, of course, isn't wonderful...but I love that you are asking for prayers for them....and you have mine.<br /><br />The Christmas quilt is probably one of the prettiest I've ever seen...and I've seen a lot in my looong years here on Earth. Mom was a quilter and while she made the most amazing ones, never one like this. I am not a quilter, nor a seamstress, but I am going to give this one a try. Oh, how I'd love to make one for my son and family and one for my daughter and family. ....oh, and one for moi. ( I always have such good intentions)<br />The stockings are so stinkin' cute and I know someone is really going to enjoy getting one.<br /><br />bjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04432398383127199206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-2977697440813501112013-09-21T05:57:37.586-04:002013-09-21T05:57:37.586-04:00Rett, tried to email you but wouldn't go throu...Rett, tried to email you but wouldn't go through. I got the dishes about 4 years ago at Marshall's and TJ Maxx. I still see them every once in a while. They also come in black and white.<br />Hope this helps you out - I love them!<br />MaryMary@mydogsmygardenandmaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03265174897498950754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-55245906346663797412013-09-20T22:32:40.717-04:002013-09-20T22:32:40.717-04:00Your family has certainly had their share of heart...Your family has certainly had their share of heartache. I will most definitely keep them in my prayers.<br />You've been one busy lady. I'm in awe of all that you get done, Rett. How nice that you have sewn so many items for the various projects. <br />Love it that Miss C is learning to sew right along side you. <br />Lots and lots of rain today - finally! ;-)Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01873375271470225199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-61029182556516544672013-09-20T20:53:07.202-04:002013-09-20T20:53:07.202-04:00Prayers for all the family. You are so amazing to...Prayers for all the family. You are so amazing to sew for others when your heart is heavy. Everything is beautiful.Jojohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09843762553010099404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-9226296091923493912013-09-20T19:04:12.203-04:002013-09-20T19:04:12.203-04:00Oh Rett, I am so sorry about your relatives that h...Oh Rett, I am so sorry about your relatives that have cancer. I will include them in my prayers. I have three friends that I am praying so hard for that have cancer. I sure wish they would find a cure for it.<br />The quilt is stunning! You really did a beautiful job on it. How great of you to make all those wonderful things for the hospital and stockings for the military. My neighbor makes lap quilts for the Vet hospital.<br />Have a wonderful weekend.<br />MaryMary@mydogsmygardenandmaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03265174897498950754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-21004098418185787512013-09-20T19:02:08.001-04:002013-09-20T19:02:08.001-04:00What a beautiful quilt. Prayers for you Rett, wi...What a beautiful quilt. Prayers for you Rett, with all you have to deal with I am so glad you have sewing to help with the stress.<br />nonie everythingsewinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12433431619239575752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192933728957013758.post-1850830332357555192013-09-20T18:40:28.207-04:002013-09-20T18:40:28.207-04:00Ill be including prayers for your loved ones, dea...Ill be including prayers for your loved ones, dear Rett. I pray for an end to cancer everyday. <br />Your sewing projects are wonderful, as always. Those fat quarter flowers will be such great party favors for your friends. I'm glad you have your sewing to relieve your stress. We must stay busy to keep our minds occupied. Hugs sent your way. xokitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02803962513834013589noreply@blogger.com