Spiderwebs!

Hi everyone!  I am in the middle of quilting a Halloween quilt.  this is a scrappy, spur of the moment type of quilt. 

On one of our get togethers, Vicki and I were working on Halloween quilts.  somewhere we saw a quilt, thought - We can do this!!!  so it was made with what we had on hand. 

It's been hanging in the closet for a few years.  All I had to do was machine applique the ghosts and the haunted house.  Done! 

Now it is on the frame.  I am using lime green thread and a spider web panto.  I am loving this! 

so here is the first row:

If you click on the picture, you can even see the cat hair!  Mr Diesel jumped up there before I could catch him.... 

A New Missionary!

Hi Everyone!  In our church, Young men (age 18) and young women (age 19) can go mission for 2 years.  Our grandson, Jordyn has decided to serve a mission. 

Two weeks ago, we went to CA for his farewell.  I know he was so nervous.  I completely understand.  Jordyn did so well.  And he looked so handsome in his suit. 

After church, we all congregated back at the Zeman home.  Lots of family, good food, lots of laughter and a few tears. 

Here is Bruce, Jordyn and I.  Jordyn is our 3rd grandchild.  And we are so very proud of him. 

 

 

I made a pillowcase for him.  It has the letters CTR all over it.  that stands for choose the right.  I got the idea from fredas hive  - thank you!!!  She sent me to  Spoonflower.  

 

Do you remember this quilt?  it was from the Ho, Ho, Ho blog hop.  I had several finished quilts and I was trying to decide which one to give Jordyn.  He is going to Washington, Spokane mission.  NE Washington, part of ID and Montana and a little bit of Canada.  Anyway, this one seemed the one for him.  He will be doing a lot of walking, riding a bike, and more walking.  soooooo.....  

Today, this young man goes into the mission home in Provo, UT.  My prayers and thoughts are with him.   And with my daughter and her family.  I know it is an emotionally exciting, hard, happy, sad, adventurous day for them all. 

Love this young man!  

I see the light!

Hi everyone!  I have had this light attached to my sewing machine for 4 years, I think!  I LOVE it!!! 

 

 

This Bendable Bright Lights has really worked hard for me.  It plugs in - not battery operated.  It produces a really bright light. I can sew at night without any problems. I can move it to different machines, easily.   And it has died......  It runs for about $40 if I am remembering right,  so that means it cost $10 a year.  Not too bad. 

 

 

Well, when you are use to having this wonderful light and it's gone, well,  it's not fun to sew when you can't see. 

 

 

I had to make a run to Mulqueens to pick up some so fine to quilt my next quilt.   they had these new lights - SewLite I have been wanting to check out.  About the same price and soooooooo much smaller. 

 

 

 

 Do you see how small these are?  the small one is about 1/4" square!  Yikes!!!  the other about 1/4" x 1/2".  My goodness. 

 

 

Here the all lights are off. 

 

 

This is just the sewing machine light. 

 

 

 

All the lights are on. 

 

 



 

 

here you can see where I put the little, itty bitty lights.  My goodness.  I think I am going to like them. 

 

 

I can see only one draw back.  how do I put this on another machine?  The other light had an adapter.  This one doesn't.  sigh.....  I will have to think about this. 

 

I do like the brightness, and will try sewing this evening to see how it goes.  No affiliation, just a customer!  

Our trip to CA

Hi everyone!  recently we made a quick trip over to CA for a special occasion.  More on that later.....

All of my children except 1 and his family were together.  Yeah!  that just doesn't happen very often. 

But on the way there we stopped at Monica's Quilts and beads shop in Palm Springs area. 

I managed to find just a couple of things.....  LOL...  I was a good girl. 



Then on to Trina's home.....

here we are with most of the grands.  Poor Demi's face is partially cut off.  everyone was taking lots of pictures and they were getting tired of it all.  We had a fantastic time.  Thank you Zeman family for hosting.  Love you all.....

hugs...

A Treadling I will go!

A while back I shared that my daughter gave me a Singer treadle machine.  I have always wanted a Singer treadle.  I just love the way they look.  I love the quiet sound they make.  This one is a 15 - 80. 

I met Gary on Treadleon.  He is a local guy, who loves to restore treadle machines.  He worked a bit on my Wheeler Wilson and came over the other day to work on this new one.  Well, it is new compared to the Wheeler Wilson! 

this new machine was made in 1949, in Scotland!  I would love to know the story on how it traveled to CA, then to AZ.  That machine has traveled more than I!

It needed a new bobbin case and bobbins.  He didn't need to replace the belt.  He tightened, adjusted and played.  And now it works!  thank you Gary!!!!

So if you need some treadling advice, work, etc, please give Gary an email!  Restoration Antique Sewing Machine Cabinets

Just a very happy treadler recommendation! 

hugs......

UFOs bite the dust and stash report!

Hi Everyone!  hope you all have had a great week!  I sure have.   here we go!

Bobbins used this week:2
Bobbins used year to date: 68
Thread spools emptied this week: 0
Thread spools emptied year to date:  7
Fabric used this week: 12 1/2
Fabric used year to date: 101 7/8 yards
Fabric added this week: 5 1/2  yards
Fabric added year to date: 166 2/3 yards
Net fabric add for 2013:  - 37 1/2 yards

UFOs finished this week: 2
UFOs finished year to date: 53

New projects started:  
Postcard cuties for winter:  all twelve blocks are done, top is together.  Just need to do the borders. top is done!
Hexie project with Vicki.  3 done 
Wool table hanging BOM:  finished: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug is prepped and ready to hand stitch
Lady bug Twister - everything cut and sewn together.  now I need to cut apart and resew.  
Barn Quilt: all fabric bought
Mini Warm Winter Blessings BOW: finished block 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are prepped for hand sewing
Broomstick Hollow:  Cyndi and I are working on this together.  I am cutting up my oranges for it.   Oranges and blacks are all cut.  I can start sewing! all houses and pinwheels are done.  now for the stars!  stars are done!
Blessings of Spring - rebloomed BOM:  blocks #1, 2, 3, 4 done.
A little bit of Boo:  everything cut, all blocks are sewn. Traced and ready to embroider.   
Mom's 9 patch block qlt:  all blocks are done (100), all sashing sewn to one side, 2 complete rows sewn together.  Top is completed.
Wool tulip basket table mat:  all ready fused and ready to do the hand part
Shabby Roses Beauty Mystery Qlt:  center block prepped, and hand embroidery started. 

This Halloween quilt is the top only.  next one to go on the frame.  This is a Vicki/Lorene collaboration.  Can't remember where we go the idea.  I know there is no pattern.  the house is from a Patrick Lose table runner book. All I needed to do was machine applique the ghosts and the house.  That's it.  now ready to quilt. 

 

The shepherd needed the binding and the eyes on the shepherd and sheep.  And yes, the kitties - Miss Priss and Diesel.  I couldn't keep them off.  

 

Next is the 2nd Winter Wonderland.  That is Miss Priss again.  I think she fell in love with the minkee back!  Have you used Minkee on the back of your quilt?  Oh my, I will so do this again!  I love the way it feels.  It is much heavier than normal.  it does have batting in it too.  It is sooooo warm.  it will feel so nice this winter.  but right now?  in 110 degrees?  hmmmmm, no.  However, we were traveling with the air conditioner turned way down, and it did feel good.

 

This is the front. 

 

So, I busted 12 1/2 yards.  not too bad.  I am now in the 100 yard busted club now.  And that makes me a happy girl! 

 

 

hugs.....

Yummy, Yummy Hamburgers!

Hi everyone!  A month or so ago, Toni said she heard on the news about hamburgers made with Krispy Kreme doughnuts.  Someone in CA was serving hamburgers with doughnuts at the bun.  Hmmmmmmm...... really? 

fast forward a couple of weeks.  I am watching US of Bacon  Yep there really is a show dedicated to bacon!  LOL..... 

anyway, I am watching the show and they start talking about a restaurant in Atlanta, GA.  they serve a hamburger with donuts as the  bun.  What? for real? 

It is based on a hamburger that Luther Van Dross loved.   Now I was glued to the TV.  I wanted to see what this hamburger looked like. 

It looked YUMMY!  So I took notes.  Talked to Toni, and we decided to experiment. 


So she cooked the hamburgers.  she added sharp cheddar cheese slices.  She also grilled the donuts.  I don't think they were grilled on the show.  but I think it added another layer of flavor. 

I had cooked some bacon, and caramelized some onions. 

And here you go!  It was definitely restaurant quality.  It sure isn't something I would serve frequently.  It's high in calories.  But let me assure you, IT'S PICKIN GOOD!!!!  I mean REALLY good! 

It has the sweet and salty thing going on. 

So here is our take of a Luther burger. 


Ingredients:

hamburger, Toni used lean, she made the patties

doughnuts, we used Krispy Kreme

4 onions, sliced and caramelized

bacon, 2 slices per hamburger - cooked

cheese,  we used sharp cheddar

BBQ sauce, it is served on the side - we used famous Dave's


there you go!  if you try it, let me know.  I promise, you will like it!  Yum! 

Our next adventure? homemade really good salsa and cookies made like Oreganos!  chocolate chip cookies cooked in a miniature iron skillet. 

1st day of school!

Hi everyone!  Can you believe school started August 7th!  I know a little late in posting, but I am posting now!  LOL.... 

Every year, Lee brings Zoe over so we can take pictures.  We take a crazy one......

 

And we take a good one! 

Love you guys........

Time to report my stash

Hi everyone!  are you getting lots done?  Me not so much  I did get some sewing done.  nothing finished.  we are taking a quick trip and I plan on doing binding while Bruce drives.  so by the time I come back, maybe I will have two finishes!!! 

Bobbins used this week: 5
Bobbins used year to date: 66
Thread spools emptied this week: 1
Thread spools emptied year to date:  7
Fabric used this week: 0
Fabric used year to date: 89 1/8 yards
Fabric added this week: 10 yards
Fabric added year to date: 161  1/8

Net fabric add for 2013:  - 54.55 yards

UFOs finished this week: 0
UFOs finished year to date: 51

Finished Christmas UFOs:  12
  
New projects started:  
Postcard cuties for winter:  all twelve blocks are done, top is together.  Just need to do the borders. top is done!
Hexie project with Vicki.  3 done 
Wool table hanging BOM:  finished: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug is prepped and ready to hand stitch
Lady bug Twister - everything cut and sewn together.  now I need to cut apart and resew.  
Barn Quilt: all fabric bought
Mini Warm Winter Blessings BOW: finished block 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are prepped for hand sewing
Broomstick Hollow:  Cyndi and I are working on this together.  I am cutting up my oranges for it.   Oranges and blacks are all cut.  I can start sewing! all houses and pinwheels are done.  now for the stars!  stars are done!
Blessings of Spring - rebloomed BOM:  blocks #1, 2, 3 done. 4 is prepped for machine sewing
A little bit of Boo:  everything cut, all blocks are sewn
Mom'a 9 patch block qlt:  all blocks are done (100), all sashing sewn to one side, 2 complete rows sewn together.  Top is completed
Wool tulip basket table mat:  all ready fused and ready to do the hand part
Shabby Roses Beauty Mystery Qlt:  center block prepped, and hand embroidery started. 

Well, I got a little bit of sewing done.  I set out my next quilt to quilt.  I just have to prep the back, and then load.  Yeah!!  I think I will quilt a Halloween quilt.  I am done with Christmas for a bit. 

In fact, someone on the stashbusters group challenged everyone to try and get as many UFOs to the top stage.  Well, challenge goes to the end of September.  I have 5 Halloween quilts to quilt.  I really would like to get them done.  so that is what I am going to shoot for.  5 Halloween quilts quilted.  the tops are done, just need to be squared up, I think I have backings for them.  so I need to prep them. 

Wish me luck!

Somebody had a birthday!

Hi everyone! 

our oldest son had a birthday recently.  He turned, hmmmmm, if I tell you then I might have to admit my age.  And I only answer to 29!  LOL.... 

This is an awesome guy!  A really good Dad - who is single by the way!  He is a very hard worker.  Very patriotic, and stands for what he believes in.  He is a good man. 

 

here He is opening his present from Zoe.  He loved the pillowcase.  And was so proud of his little girl. 

So here is the crew, or part of them, anyway. Lee's favorite restaurant is Matta's.  I think it is the memories of going there with his grandparents when he was young.  Lot's and lot's of fond memories. 

Hope it was a good one sweetie!  Love you

Sewing with Zoe

Hi everyone!  Zoe and I got to sew together last week.  Her Daddy's birthday was coming up and she wanted to make him something.  and we hadn't had a chance to sew yet.  So this was perfect. 

We had a long talk about where our hands needed to be.  and about listening to Grandma when she says stop and go.  Thank goodness my machine has a control on the speed!  LOL.... 

She listened very well.  she was so excited.  She was a happy camper.  And I was a happy camper too! 

Do you see that grin?  she was thrilled.  I know Lee will be so proud of Zoe.  She did an excellent job.  AND wants to make another.  Yeah! 

Gunner is 6!

Last weekend our gunner turned 6 years old!  He was so happy.  And he is starting 1st grade! 

Funny Gunner!   You never know what he will do.  love you sweetie! 

Spa Day

There is nothing better than getting a pedicure.  Oh heaven!  The other day I went with 2 of my daughters to get our nails done and me a pedicure!  A perfect day!!

So Jenn.......

 

And Melissa.....  (please excuse the blurry picture.  I was having a pedicure and the massage was on in the chair I was in.  

 

and our nails....  

And my toes! 

thanks girls!  a very nice way to spend an afternoon.  Love you bunches!

Winner, winner chicken dinner!!!

Hi every one!  hope you all had a wonderful time on the blog hop!  I sure did.  all the postings were...... awesome! 

OK, so I went to HERE to pick a number.  there were 91 comments, with new followers!  Thank you everyone! 

I decided to pick more than one winner.  I wish I had something to give every single one of you.  your comments were kind and sweet and made me feel all warm inside.  thank you! 

1st winner #85  Pam, she said:

Hiya Lorene!!! MY you have been busy, busy, busy. I love all of the projects. My daughter would love the penguin quilt, she simply adores penguins (and has collected a lot of them). My favorite holiday is Christmas, even though it can get stressful at times. I am now an email follower too. Thanks for sharing and for having the giveaway. Merry Christmas, blessed be, hugs!!! Pam

2nd Winner #15  Sue, she said:

Very cute projects

And the last one is #49  Jan, she said:

my favorite time of year, besides when I finish a quilt, is probaly Thanksgiving. No Christmas! ummmmm I really love Easter and the 4th of july. :)
I am not good at decisions. :o

I have written all 3 gals.  they have 24 hours to contact me, or otherwise I will have to pick another number. 

thank you all again for making this such a fun hop! 

hugs.....