Well, we tested negative at last, on Saturday. I still have a slight cough but I'm looking forward to getting back to normal now
I've been busy, in my spare moments, edging bookmarks for Till Tea Dance. She made thirty in total. Here are the first ones that I finished for her.
Then she brought five more....
I go round each one with a zig zag to hold the edge together and then I put my machine to a neat satin stitch for the final round. I use Madeira rayon thread which is shiny and in gorgeous colours. It takes about 12 minutes per bookmark, so not a quick fix, but I enjoy doing it
We celebrated hubby's birthday this week with a family meal here. I'd forgotten how long it takes to get organized. It was lovely and every plate was cleared so obviously appreciated.
I even made him a cake with candles on it!
So that's me for this week.
Sending a big hug to all our WOYWW friends who need it.
x x Jo
Glad to hear you are both negative again! The bookmarks look stunning, such neat trimming. Hope you enjoy getting back to normal! Happy WOYWW Helen #1
ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to celebrate hubby's birthday with family Jo and that you have finally tested negative. Gorgeous bookmarks. Stay safe and Happy WOWYW. Sarah #2
ReplyDeleteWonderful news that you’re through the lurgy, hooray and how lovely to celebrate with your family too. You’ve made a gorgeous job with the bookmarks, the edging is the perfect finishing touch, love the colour too!
ReplyDeleteHugs LLJ 6 xx
Glad you’ve got over the covid. Those bookmarks are stunning and I’ve never heard of Madeira shiny rayon. Interesting! I’m glad your hubby’s birthday meal went well as it sounds a lot to do when you’re getting over covid.
ReplyDeleteTake care and happy WOYWW .
Hugs
Lynnecrafts 11 xx
Oh Jo, those bookmarks are gorgeous. I love them before but after your magic touch at the end it definitely takes them up a level. Maxine is lucky to have such a clever mum who is willing to put so mukch time and effort in for her.
ReplyDeleteSo pleased you have both tested negative now. I am sure some people don't bother these days but you were consciences about others. I always wear my mask going to clinic these days.
That's you and Lynne(crafts) whose hubbies have had birthday this past week. Please give him birthday wishes from me.
I had a good night last night but am still sleepy this morning, time I woke up and smelled the roses.
Have a good day/week Hugs, Neet 8 xx
So pleased you're now negative and able to get out and about. I hope you had the fire brigade on stand by with the cake candles ;-)
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Annie x
The satin stitch edging really finishes the bookmarks beautifully Jo, I think your colour choices are always spot on. Looks as if they use quite a few metres of thread too! Well done on the family lunch, you forget don't you, the planning and coordinating! Am sure it was much appreciated by the birthday boy!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bookmarks they look great, someone's been busy. Pleased to hear you're clear too. Happy belated birthday to hubby too. All the best people have their birthdays in January but that's just my oppinion Hee! Hee! Wishing you a very happy woyww. Hugs Angela x12x
ReplyDeleteThose bookmarks are lovely - I would be so nervous I would mess them up but I am not known for my sewing abilities. It's hubbie's birthday tomorrow and we have Lionel for the day (I've told him it's his birthday present). Children and partners will be here for dinner and then I have his family over on Sunday. It is a lot to organise but I actually enjoy it more than going out to eat, someone always seems to get a mediocre meal if you are mobhanded. Have a great week, love n hugs Cindyxx #15
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job with the bookmarks. Great colors. Happy Belated Birthday to your Hubby ! I just don't even want to think about entertaining...I really don't enjoy food prep or baking anymore either. It's an age thing I think. We don't have much family in the area so that helps !!! ENJOY a great Week, glad to hear you are healthy once again.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful machine work and gorgeous bookmarks. Hugs BJ#07
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are getting back to your usual self! Her bookmarks are absolutely gorgeous! The edging just takes it over the top! Nice work!
ReplyDeleteI bet your husband was happy about his cake and candles!
Have a great remainder of your week!
Hugz,
Chana Malkah, WOYWW #19
Absolutely adore those book marks. I especially love the little sheep! The edges are so neat, how do you do that?? Have a great week. Lisa-Jane #10
ReplyDeleteYour edging really sets off those bookmarks a treat. Happy WOYWW. Angela #14
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ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are feeling better after having Covid. The bookmarks are so pretty.
Happy birthday wishes to your husband.
The edgings make those bookmarks, love the colour!!
ReplyDeleteGlad you're feeling better now and could enjoy the birthday
Christine #17