June 2, 2019 - June 9, 2019
The weather this week was mostly sunny and most days had a cool breeze except Wednesday (hot) and Sunday (rainy). After a trip to Annapolis on Monday to buy some zippers needed to complete the back rests for the cockpit I stopped by a marina acquaintances boat to measure his mattresses so I could construct fitted sheets and fitted mattress pads for him. It won't be a major job, but will entail lots of measuring, seam ripping and resewing. Custom sheets are always a must for the odd shape mattresses in boat berths.
On Tuesday, I planned to complete the backrests for the cockpit only to discover that I needed to order more of the nagua soft fabric. Next project was to add a zipper to the binnacle cover which I couldn't complete because I didn't have the correct type of zipper (I needed an opening zipper). So, after completing a small repair on our neighbor's encloser
doorway I decided to make the new grill cover. I just wanted to have one project completed by the end of the day! While I was working in the lounge our custom canvas maker, Dan, was on the boat patterning the new dodger windows and bimini cover. His technique of using tape and translucent plastic was brilliant. It is clear he is a very experienced canvas maker.
Wednesday was "boat ladies" breakfast at Captain James Restaurant. It was quite a large group of 13 ladies. Sharing the same lifestyle we automatically have a lot in common even if we just met our conversation flows easily. That evening I went to Jessica's place to help her host an end of year party for her colleagues and student workers. After eating we played a very fun card game.
Thursday morning we decided to drop boat projects and drive to Glory Bees Sewing Center to research a new sewing machine for me. My current machine was 30 years old and had been used for my bridal and formal wear sewing business for almost 15 years so it was ready to be retired. I was looking for another Elna, but learned from the very knowledgeable owner of the shop that Janome and Elna were the same company. I settled on a Janome 4130 style electronic machine which has some amazing new features that suit my sewing style perfectly. Even though we hadn't planned on purchasing a machine that day we decided it was perfect for me and bought it on the spot!
The next couple of days I spent getting to know my new machine after my regular chores. I created a tank top and a maxi dress which I had cut out the week before a Jessica's house.
After scrubbing the grill on Saturday Jessica joined me at the pool. She had just talked to her new boss at the Johnstown Orchestra where she accepted the job of Orchestra Manager. It is an exciting job change for her, but I will miss having her so close by in Baltimore.
Sunday was the Annapolis Quilt Guild yearly show. My neighbor, Mary, who is an avid and expert quilter, asked me to go along with her. I agreed right away as my desire to create quilts has just blossomed. My plan is to make quilts for all of my children in the next three or four years. It helps to have Mary close by for advice. Let me just show you some of the amazing quilts that were on display.
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On Tuesday, I planned to complete the backrests for the cockpit only to discover that I needed to order more of the nagua soft fabric. Next project was to add a zipper to the binnacle cover which I couldn't complete because I didn't have the correct type of zipper (I needed an opening zipper). So, after completing a small repair on our neighbor's encloser
doorway I decided to make the new grill cover. I just wanted to have one project completed by the end of the day! While I was working in the lounge our custom canvas maker, Dan, was on the boat patterning the new dodger windows and bimini cover. His technique of using tape and translucent plastic was brilliant. It is clear he is a very experienced canvas maker.
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| Finally a project completed. I lined the cover with plastic to prevent grease from the grill wicking through the sunbrella fabric. |
Wednesday was "boat ladies" breakfast at Captain James Restaurant. It was quite a large group of 13 ladies. Sharing the same lifestyle we automatically have a lot in common even if we just met our conversation flows easily. That evening I went to Jessica's place to help her host an end of year party for her colleagues and student workers. After eating we played a very fun card game.
Thursday morning we decided to drop boat projects and drive to Glory Bees Sewing Center to research a new sewing machine for me. My current machine was 30 years old and had been used for my bridal and formal wear sewing business for almost 15 years so it was ready to be retired. I was looking for another Elna, but learned from the very knowledgeable owner of the shop that Janome and Elna were the same company. I settled on a Janome 4130 style electronic machine which has some amazing new features that suit my sewing style perfectly. Even though we hadn't planned on purchasing a machine that day we decided it was perfect for me and bought it on the spot!
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| Isn't it beautiful! |
The next couple of days I spent getting to know my new machine after my regular chores. I created a tank top and a maxi dress which I had cut out the week before a Jessica's house.
After scrubbing the grill on Saturday Jessica joined me at the pool. She had just talked to her new boss at the Johnstown Orchestra where she accepted the job of Orchestra Manager. It is an exciting job change for her, but I will miss having her so close by in Baltimore.
Sunday was the Annapolis Quilt Guild yearly show. My neighbor, Mary, who is an avid and expert quilter, asked me to go along with her. I agreed right away as my desire to create quilts has just blossomed. My plan is to make quilts for all of my children in the next three or four years. It helps to have Mary close by for advice. Let me just show you some of the amazing quilts that were on display.
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| This stained glass window quilt changed my mind about black fabric in quilts. |
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| The unusual placement of the quilt squares makes this quilt unique. |
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| This quilt shows the importance of square arrangement, |
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| This quilt is a variation of a log cabin quilt. |
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| This quilt is a two fabric bargello design. |
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| This is a whimsical basket design. |
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