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The Pokey Pincushion is something I love. Here is why. Laura proposed we make a pattern for a pincushion. I was skeptical. I had a pincushion. It was made by a dear relative that had passed away. It was what I used. Period. But Laura has a way of encouraging. So we designed a very simple pattern. Oh, my goodness! I love it!

I still use the sentimental pincushion by my sewing machine. A place of honor. But the Pokey Pincushion is so wonderfully easy and perfect in every way and I love, love, love the walnut shell stuffing. So this pincushion sits on my ironing board. Or I move it to the cutting table. Or I move it to the side table when I’m hand sewing. I never knew I needed another pincushion. Now I want two more. I will play with color when I make them. You might need one (or more) too and this pattern is affordable and so darn easy! BGQ1203, Pin Cushion Filling.

Not Your Typical Market

Posted by lynnette on Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Not Your Typical Market

Okay, as wholesale markets go, this one was definitely NOT my favorite! I’ll explain.

As always, I LOVED the people. I LOVED the beautiful quilts. I LOVED the energy. I LOVED hanging out with Laura. I LOVED not cooking for a few days. I LOVED Salt Lake as it was a quiet and friendly city.

I LOVED the booth.

I LOVED teaching at Schoolhouse.

I LOVED Clothworks and the Clothworks group – some of the most fun people on the planet. I mean it!

Here is what I didn’t love. My daughter got very sick. Yikes! She ended up in the hospital while I was gone. Double yikes! Dave told me to stay at market as he could handle it. That much I know is true, BUT... I’m the mom!

So, I called and purchased a same day ticket and flew home Saturday night. I abandoned Laura. What a sport she was! She totally got it. And our Clothworks family really pitched in to help! Thanks everyone! Love and Hugs.

I got to the airport and went straight to the hospital. I spent the night in the chair next to Chelsea. I was so glad to be there. Mom is needed when a kid is really sick. Dad is too. Dave was so awesome. And Hilary, neighbor and dear friend was also such a treasure during this crisis. Thank you Hilary!

Chelsea made a huge recovery over Saturday night. I’d like to think it was me being there, but they were administering super drugs that helped her recover – and recover she did (I’m sure it didn’t hurt that her mom was there though!).

Chelsea had a terrible case of Mono – swollen neck, tongue and cheeks. She couldn’t swallow and was at one point having difficulty breathing. Super scary! She’s still very tired but the swelling has gone away. Her recovery is speeding along nicely now. I count my blessings.

So it wasn’t my best market, but so what? Dave and I have a heck of a lot to be grateful for. And we are! Every single day is a gift and sometimes we need a scare like this to remember just how true that is.

So there you have it. There will be future markets and lots of creative energy ahead. I’m looking forward to it. I’ve already spent a little bit of time in the studio and the creative juices are flowing.

Laura took pictures at market so when I get them, I’ll post them. Here are the few that I took below. We have a fun newsletter I hinted at during my last post coming out within the week. Look for it! In the meantime, I wish for you - glorious sunshine, spring flowers, birds chirping and, most importantly good health to all!

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