craftastic.

I hadn't had much time during the Fall Semester to sit down and craft my heart out. I was only able to finish projects that were gifts but knew that when we had our school break and a little time off from work, I was going get some projects done. Over the New Years four-day weekend we headed up to Grand Lake with some friends joining us for part of the time up there. I spent most of the time behind the sewing machine. It was blissful! I had finished about 3 squares out of 9 for a quilt that I've been working on since this past summer. All 9 squares are finished - time for the quilting!
Sorry about the flash - it was dark and I was so ecstatic to be finished with the quilt top. Lots of pieces to put together, but the combo is so fun! Can't wait to get this one finished and in-use to keep me warm!

Also, over the Christmas break, I busted out a new sashiko (japanese stitching) with some lovely purple and pink variegated floss. I'm thinking it will be a pillow when it's finished if I can find some fabric to match.
School starts next week, so I'm hoping somehow I can fit more stitching and sewing into my weekly routine. Its my perfect downtime and it's nice to accomplish something other than homework.