The Week in Pictures

Sometimes, pictures are just better than words.  This past week was just a whirlwind.  

So, I thought, instead of agonizing over what to write, I would try showing it to you in pictures....

MONDAY & TUESDAY

Got word that my new fabric was on its' way.  Spent some more time sorting, rearranging, cleaning, trying to make some room. 

A few piles of quilts I'm trying to decide what to do with.  There they sit, in my dining room, on the floor.  Guess I need to find somewhere to put them.  But, for now they're just going to be put in another pile until I get back to them.

WEDNESDAY

Still no fabric shipment.  So, I took the chance to make the hat from my previous post out of cotton.  Batik, to be exact.  I love it and have several more cut out and ready to sew together.

THURSDAY

My in-laws arrived, with my brother-in-law and his family expected in town later.  Hence, all the frantic cleaning of the house.  And why were all these people coming to Indiana?  What was the occasion?  It definitely was not to celebrate the arrival of my new fabric, that's for sure.  Nope, they were all here to celebrate the marriage of our niece on Saturday.  Can you believe  they came to see a wedding, not my fabric?! (just kidding!)

BUT..... guess what else arrived on Thursday?!  You guessed it.  My fabric.  And wouldn't you know it would be right before all the hub-bub of the wedding weekend started and all I had time to do was cut 1 yard pieces of each one, throw them on my table, and look at them longingly each time I walked by my room.

FRIDAY

Rehearsal dinner, shopping for new shoes (what?!  you don't really think that I would plan ahead do you?), visiting with family.  Oh, and our oldest son, Scott, came home from college for his spring break.  And look at how dressed up he got for us....

  

Well, he really didn't dress like this for us.  This was actually right before the wedding on Saturday, which also happened to be his 20th birthday. 

He was so happy to spend his birthday all gussied up in a suit at a cousins' wedding and reception.......

Well, maybe it wasn't his first choice of how he wanted to spend the day, but it gave us a chance to get some pictures of both kids all dressed up!

And to take the token family photo.   Look at these handsome men that I am so blessed with!

And just because I want to share, here is a picture of the entire Degenkolb clan taken at the wedding on Saturday (we're way in the back, in case you were wondering).  It was a beautiful wedding, and so much fun to have everyone together!

Well, so much for not having a lot to say!  

And it's probably pretty obvious that I'm running behind because it's taken me 4 days to get this written, even with trying to keep the words to a minimum! 

But, now that things are getting back to normal (or as normal as it gets), I've finally had a chance to cut into my fabric and start on a few projects.  Can't show you anything yet, but I'll be sure to tempt you with a few sneak peeks in the days to come......

Comments

[Leslie Schmidt]

What a great-looking family! And you all look so happy. It's so nice to be able to get together for such a wonderful reason. I hope the newlyweds have a long and happy life together. And a very happy birthday to your son.

[Gale Lavers]

Thanks for posting your wonderful pictures. It sounds like you had a very hectic week. Can't wait to see what you make with the yummy fabrics.

[Cindy Carlson]

I always love coming to you blog. Everytime I come, "Whimsicals Threads" proves to be such the perfect title for your blog.

And I am in love with your latest line in shops, Heart and Soul. Yes, I've already started my own little collection of it.

What a handsome family........all of them.

Blessings..

[Cindy Carlson]

I am LOVIN' the hat.

[Debbie St.Germain]

What a wonderful family. I haven't been to a wedding in ages, I would definitely have to go shopping for new clothes if I did. Love the new fabrics and can't wait to see what you will be coming up with for the spring show. I need to get moving if I want to get Lynette's pieces done in time.

Debbie

[Melody]

What a good looking family you belong too! You look fab in that dress. I love your hat and can't wait to get my hands on that new line of fabric. Looking forward to seeing what you are working on for Spring Market.

[Terri]

Thanks everyone! I'm frantically working with the fabric, seeing where it takes me, but I'll keep you posted on my progress.

[Lynn]

I am loving your website!! Thanks for sharing! Sorry I will miss you next week, but I am going to finish the project from our "demanding, but kind" instructor! I will bring you some water from the Gulf! hehe

[Darlene B]

If you really need to find space for all those quilts, allow me to offer my home as storage....hee hee!

[Heckety]

Ace hat! Your son's look pretty characterful...not in the least boring!!! Weddings are fun for catching up with everyone, aren't they? Our last big family 'do' was last April and no more on the horizon.
Your fabric looks positively droolable- and I'm awfully impressed that you obviously put your guests and family before playing with your fabric! Very strong minded of you!!

[Bev Hartford]

Hi Terri, What a great picture of you and your family! The boys are growing up quickly! I have seen a few of your new patterns up here at Jennifer's quilt shop in Pinckney! Love your new fabrics. Hope you are doing well!

[Amy Sorrells]

Beautiful blog you have! Love your fabric and designs. Just found your site today, and wanted to thank you so much for listing my blog on your sidebar. Blessings to you this Friday!