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Thursday, November 24, 2011

Good News! and a Mod Logs Finish

Happy Thanksgiving!  Are you up bright and early to get that bird in the oven?  I seriously miss Thankgiving - the family gathering, watching football, napping on the couch after the DELISH stuffing, the pumpkin bread, the pecan pie.  I really hate turkey so I just fill up on the starches.  Fabulous.  Enjoy it, guys!  We're having left over Chinese and re-heated frozen pizza.  It's a little American celebration in its own way :)

Thank you guys so much for your help finding little Clarkson.  Your kind words, happy vibes to the universe and your helpful hints made all of the difference.  The little stinker guy found his way home on Tuesday morning. I was up for my 6AM walk and call for him and there he was at the back door meowing to be let in. I've been smothered in licks and cuddles since and we couldn't be happier.  Thank you, guys! 

Want to see what he's doing when I'm usually writing blog posts?  He crawls under the laptop because he likes the heater.  What a little monkey.


Well, quilting world has seriously slowed with the move.  I had to pack up the stash and the sewing machine a few days ago, so it's only hand work that's moving ahead.  I finished my table runner for the Canadian Abroad swap and it will go in the post today.  I wish I took a photo before I packed it up to send.  My mind's not focusing lately.

I also finished hand stitching the binding on Mod Logs.  It's all done and dusted except for a few loose threads that need cutting and a final wash.  There's a larger washing machine at the new house, so I'm holding out 'til we move to get it all crinkly. 




What do do to celebrate?  How about a giveaway?  Would you like the original version of my pattern?  Just leave a comment below and I'll hold a drawing on Monday.  I (by accident) packed it (argh!) already, so it will go into the post in about 10 days time.  Sorry, guys!



Quilt Stats:
Quilt Stats:Name: Mod Logs
Made For: Myself. It's the first quilt of mine to be used in my house.
Fabric: Kona white and Moda Fresh Flowers Jelly Roll
Batting: Warm & Natural
Size: 84"x90" (goodness!)
Quilting: Straight line across the "join" between rows
Pattern: Mod Logs by Della Gardner

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47 comments:

  1. Anita in FloridaNovember 24, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Glad that little guy found his way home...love that pattern. Happy Thanksgiving!!

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  2. AnonymousNovember 24, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    me me, pick me! *waves hand furiously...
    #2 is my lucky number so here's hoping.

    So glad cheeky rascal cat came home :)

    And I'm in LOVE with that quilt. Guess what I'm making next now!

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  3. Pat MerkleNovember 24, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    So happy your little guy came home. I had a cat leave me for 9 months, then show up on my doorstep like nothing had ever happened! Love your quilt and I'd love your pattern!

    I will eat your share of turkey! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  4. UnknownNovember 24, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Oh Cindy, I'm so so so happy your cheeky little guy found his way home. May your evenings be full of snuggles and your bed be full of fluff :-)

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  5. Rhonda the RamblerNovember 24, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Remember Donkey in the original Skrek? when he was jumping up and down and saying "pick me, pick me" well put my face on that ass ...hehehe

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  6. Carla GNovember 24, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    What a beautiful quilt! And so glad your cat came back! Thanks for a chance to win! :)

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  7. ToniNovember 24, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Congratulations on your reunion!! And your Mod Logs is so beautiful! Excellent work!

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  8. QuilterbellNovember 24, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Congratulations!, it is all good news in Fluffy Sheep's Quilting world!, little baby is back, new home, bigger washing machine!
    You might win the lotto tonght, and I might win this lovely giveaway!;)

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  9. AnonymousNovember 24, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Yay! I've been checking your blog regularly since you posted that he had gone missing, hoping that you would post that he had returned. I'm so happy for you that he's back and I love starting my day with such happy news.

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  10. JenNovember 24, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Oops! That anonymous comment above is from me! Haven 't had my morning coffee yet...

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  11. MommarockNovember 24, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Aww so happy you got your baby back! Love that pattern as well.

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  12. IreneNovember 24, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Great the little guy is back. I worried so much for you. Just love the pattern. Happy Thanksgiving

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  13. LizNovember 24, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    So glad that your litle cat has turned up, you may find that he doesn't venture out so much now - that's what happened to one of my son's cats who went missing for several days, she eventually turned up covered in cobwebs and wasn't so keen to go outside after that! I'd love a chance to win that super pattern. Liz

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  14. Linda ColemanNovember 24, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Cindy, so glad you got your furbaby back. Gemma was worried about him (she is an animal freak, if she doesn't end up working with animals somehow there is no justice in the world). Her uncle found a small mixed breed dog on Monday (out in the middle of nowhere when he was working), took him home, no collar, microchip etc. We've put posters up in the local vets etc to see if anyone claims him. She is hoping nobody does as they have said they will keep him if an owner does not turn up. Clarkson looks like he is so happy to be home and I bet you are a lot happier now. Love your quilt especially the colours you've used.
    Best of luck with the move and enjoy the rest of your Thanksgiving day.

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  15. AnnabellaNovember 24, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I seem to have missed some posts. Gahhh! Firstly, so happy your kitty is home and keeping warm. Secondly, Happy Thanksgiving! Thirdly, you`ve moved! Happy New Home! Fourthly, I love that pattern and love that quilt so in the words of Kat, `Pick me! Pick me!`.

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  16. SheilaNovember 24, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Well that is the best news Cindy!! Now you have something to be really thankful for.

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  17. Katy CameronNovember 24, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Ha, Clarkson's not daft, he knows where his food and warmth comes from ;o)

    Loving the mod logs quilt, such bright, cheery colours :o)

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  18. EllaNovember 24, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    I already won when I heard he came back! (Seriously, I cried...as a cat mama that is one of my worst nightmares.)
    I shall be humming "The Cat Came Back" all day.

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  19. Judith, BelfastNovember 24, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Oh so pleased to hear that moggy showed up! What a rascal for putting you through all that worry! Your quilt is stunning Cindy! I hope the move goes smoothly. Thinking of you, Jxo

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  20. JenniferNovember 24, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I'm so glad you found him! I was thinking of it last night and realized I hadn't read an update and was getting nervous haha -- Chinese food is absolutely a thanksgiving tradition, just add movies to it and your set (that might be a christmas thing i'm thinking of but it'll still work!) enjoy your day!

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  21. Janine @ Rainbow HareNovember 24, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    I'm so, so glad he's home :) And your quilt is looking lovely!

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  22. RachelNovember 24, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    YEAH!!!!!!!!!!

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  23. hueiseiNovember 24, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win! :)

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  24. GillNovember 24, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    So glad to hear that your little wanderer has returned!
    Great quilt! I'd love to make one too!

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  25. Strawberry PatchNovember 24, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Yay he is home! We move house next friday/saturday so I so know where you are coming from with things you want being packed! Im dreading it with 2 animals, sorry I mean children, a cat, a dog and 5 chickens! Id love the make the quilt when we are all settled in.

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  26. JanNovember 24, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    So glad Clarkson is home.

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  27. Canadian AbroadNovember 24, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Very pleased that your cat has come to appreciate you and home! He looks quite content there. Your quilt is gorgeous. Love the colours you used more than those on the pattern. But I would not be adverse to having the pattern for myself. ;-)

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  28. Fiona @ Poppy MakesNovember 24, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    I'm so glad to hear he's home and looking very cute!
    Your quilt looks fabulous! Can't wait to see it all crinkly :)

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  29. Archie The Wonder DogNovember 24, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    I'm so glad he's home! Love the quilt and good luck with the move!

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  30. Mrs Flying Blind...November 24, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Oh thank goodness for the return of the wanderer!! I feel a lock-in coming on in the new house for a long while!!

    Love the Mod Logs - so bright and happy - well done xxx

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  31. Erin @ Billy Button DesignNovember 24, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Glad to hear that your four legged friend arrived home safe and sound. I love the quilt..It looks so nice and inviting. Put me down for the giveaway!

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  32. CitricSugarNovember 24, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    So happy he's back!

    We celebrated thanksgiving last month so it was an ordinary day here but I always love a reminder to be thankful.... And an excuse to eat pie. ;)

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  33. IndiannaNovember 24, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Pizza sounds good to me. Did you share it with your little friend? Love the quilt as the White makes the colours so bright and zingy.

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  34. MirandaNovember 24, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I'm so glad that your little kitty came home! I'm just waiting for the apple pie to be done so I can eat it! The quilt is beautiful :)

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  35. MandaNovember 24, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Aw I am so so glad your furry friend found his way home! :)
    Great quilt!

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  36. lindaNovember 24, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    i am so pleased to read your post about the naughty puss he looks very cheeky in the pic ,glad he returned to you :))

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  37. Cheree @ The Morning Latte November 25, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    So glad he's back! Love the quilt!

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  38. LynnNovember 25, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    So glad to hear your good news of the little furry one,good luck with the move,
    they do say when you move house with cats, to keep them in for a few weeks, so they get used to the new home, before venturing out into the big new world...your quilt is fab, I have just the fabric *wink*

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  39. KatieNovember 25, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    That is a relief! So happy your little one returned home!

    Beautiful quilt as well. :)

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  40. LinnNovember 25, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Happy that your cat is back! Now he can cuddle under your beautiful quilt. It's a wonderful pattern. Love it!

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  41. CindyNovember 25, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Cindy!!! I am SOOOO thrilled your little guy made his way back home!! You had to be on Cloud 9. That just made my day when I read that. And I LOVE the star quilting. What a great post to start my day with! xoxo

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  42. AllisonNovember 25, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    oh, I'm so glad your cat came home!

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  43. AlliNovember 25, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    I'm so happy that Clarkson found his way home! He looks adoooorable under your laptop. :D

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  44. Pat V.November 26, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    This is such a happy quilt!

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  45. DiNovember 26, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Glad your little one came back. Hope the move goes smoothly too. I would like your pattern if you pick me.

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  46. memmensNovember 27, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    I'm not a cat fan - but that's pretty cute! Well done on finishing the quilt - it looks superb.
    thanks for the giveaway

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  47. LynneNovember 30, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Glad your cat came home - I hope all goes smoothly with cat and The Move!

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