Quilting is Relaxing

With every stitch, I feel tension release.

Some people might not understand that.

That's not to say the push to get everything finished for this weekend hasn't been stressful, but normally, the simple act of doing something creative is enough to center my mind and thoughts on positive things.

The fact that I'm going to pick up my quilting/sewing machine from the shop and finish up the 4 quilts in 2 days helps too!

I have renewed some passions while getting ready for the show.  I remembered how much I loved embroidery and combining it with patchwork.  Now I'm playing around with combining it with the printed fabric.  I love enhancing my mother's art with stitches.  I truly believe this is something that I'll continue to play around with. 

I also foresee some other things coming from this adventure this weekend.  But those are still dreams floating around waiting for us to put wings to them and fly. 

I'll try to post pictures of the show this weekend.  Everyone have a wonderful Memorial Weekend.  Don't forget that it's not about the picnics and BBQ.  Set aside some time to truly think about what it is we are remembering this weekend.  Those men and women that served our country.  Let's always thank them, remember and honor their (and their families) sacrifice.  Hug a solider this weekend!