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Friday, August 7, 2009

A Good Omen and Something for You Too

Look who joined me for breakfast today. She was a little cautious at first.
While I enjoyed my yogurt and grape nuts on the back deck, she enjoyed a few nibbles of the meadow which is my back yard.
I think she's a good omen for the show today.
I've been promising a tutorial for how I put grommets in my potholders. It's not rocket science, but if you've never done it before you might find it helpful. Just click here to download the pdf. I have a couple of other tutorials in the works to share, one for this quilt and one for this one.
Thanks for all your good wishes and support.
I'm off to the show!
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32 comments:

  1. TonyaAugust 7, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    I have read your blog for a few months, and I don't know why I haven't said something until now. Good luck at the show. I throughly enjoyed your last one, and the pieces for this one look great also.

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  2. KangarooAugust 7, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    I have paid attention to animal omens for a year or so now. It is uncanny what the universe tells us when we listen. Shamans call this animal medicine.

    "People with Deer Medicine are often described as being swift and alert. They are intuitive, often appearing to have well developed, even extrasensory perceptions. Sometimes their thoughts seem to race ahead, and they appear not to be listening. Deer's medicine includes gentleness in word, thought and touch, ability to listen, grace and appreciation for the beauty of balance, understanding of what's necessary for survival, power of gratitude and giving, ability to sacrifice for the higher good, connection to the woodland spirits, alternative paths to a goal. The gentleness of Deer is the heart-space of the Great Spirit which embodies His love for us all. Deer teaches us to find the gentleness of spirit that heals all wounds, to stop pushing to get others to change and to love and accept them as they are. The only true balance to power is love and compassion."

    Good luck at the show!!!

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  3. DenaAugust 7, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    I live in a rural area and it's not unusual to have one of our fields full of deer grazing. Sometimes at night, as we're laying in bed, we will hear them walking along our front deck which can be a little startling if you were sound asleep.

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  4. UnknownAugust 7, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    Visitors in my yard are always welcome. I just love seeing nature in its natural setting. What a wonderful way to enjoy breakfast. Looking forward to your tutorials. You always amaze me. Good luck with the show!

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  5. KarenAugust 7, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    Hi J, Congrats and best of luck on show #2...can't wait to see the reviews;) I'll be watching;)

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  6. Cheryl ArkisonAugust 7, 2009 at 5:24 PM

    You're on fire with the tutorials!
    Good luck this weekend.

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  7. AmberAugust 7, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    Good luck - I know you'll do well :-)

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  8. SophiaAugust 7, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    Good luck with the show tonight!!! Can't wait to hear about it!

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  9. BekhyAugust 7, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    Nifty tutorial; thank you. And good luck on the show tonight!

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  10. Red Pepper Quilts - Rita HodgeAugust 7, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    Oh wow! Grass so green, not often seen around my way. Good luck with the show tonight!

    Rita

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  11. em's scrapbagAugust 7, 2009 at 8:16 PM

    What a great way to start your day. Best wishes for a successful show.

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  12. Heather, Neilson, Grace & CreightonAugust 7, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    Good luck on your new show. I wish I was still in KC to see it. I used to work down the street from that clinic.

    I can't wait for your tutes!

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  13. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsAugust 7, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    Oh I wish you all the best!

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  14. connieAugust 7, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    I hope the show went well and you had a great time. I am sure it was beautiful. I loved the photos of your breakfast partner.

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  15. LurlineAugust 8, 2009 at 2:20 AM

    Have copied your Grommet Tutorial - how big do you make your potholders, please? Love your Coin Quilt - hope I catch up when it is published - please give me a nudge if you find time!
    Hugs - Lurline♥

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  16. ShariAugust 8, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    What a beautiful way to start your day. Hopefully leaves you refreshed and at peace. I'm sure your exhibition this weekend will be fantastic. Sending you good vibes...

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  17. MelissaSAugust 8, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    Can't wait for the tutorials!

    "Break a leg" at the show!

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  18. audreypawdreyAugust 8, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    I can't wait for the tutorials! I need to learn how to try the grommet attachment. I want to make more potholders for christmas but my tabs always come undone and look sloppy-this is a much better alternative. Love the coin quilt too!

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  19. DorrieAugust 8, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    Oh, what a nice way to enjoy breakfast. Animals are such a true gift. Good luck with your show this evening. . .Jon too and have fun!

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  20. ValAugust 8, 2009 at 8:14 PM

    Oh I love the deer! I love the potholders. Thanks for the tutorial. I will check it out.

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  21. sewtakeahikeAugust 8, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    That's a beatiful field to have right outside your back door Jacquie!

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  22. EilaAugust 9, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    Fab outfit! I like the green and gray blend! Beautiful work!

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  23. Mary on Lake PulaskiAugust 9, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    Love watching the deer with you. Hope the show is fun for you. Thank you for the grommet tutorial! I have a few to do this week.

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  24. MightyMomAugust 10, 2009 at 1:58 AM

    have a good show!!!

    nice friend you got there.

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  25. VictoriaAugust 10, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    How sweet is she?! A good omen indeed!
    Thanks for the tutorials... (grommets have always frightened me a bit.)
    Hope the show was a smashing success!

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  26. SarahAugust 10, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    This is great...thanks for sharing!

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  27. ellenAugust 10, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    Oh, happy show...I know it will be fabulous!

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  28. Peg - Happy In QuiltingAugust 10, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    I am sure the show was a great success and thanks so much for the tutorial

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  29. annemariesquiltAugust 11, 2009 at 12:56 AM

    Hello Jacquie..
    I have startet on a project and it is for you. I guess my swapgift will never reach you, so I am very sad!!
    You just have to give me some time to finish it. This one will not have a Christmas look, I was not in the mood for that. Soon I will put out a picture of what I realy sent you and if you ever see it in any home nearby you you know that it was supose be yours.....
    Have fun at the show!

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  30. RoseAugust 11, 2009 at 1:58 AM

    Beautiful back yard, good luck with the show! And thanks for the tutorial, that looks so much nicer than the loops that are always on them!

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  31. RebekahAugust 11, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    thanks for the tutorial link! These kitchen sets would make really great Christmas gifts

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  32. CandaceAugust 15, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    I would love to start my morning with such a wonderful visitation, Jacquie! Thanks for a great tutorial!
    Cheers!

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