An Apple for the Teacher

The end of the school year is fast approaching and of course, I am scrambling.  I had this mini quilt idea way back, when Lori posted her apple row in her Row Along.  I put it off and put it off: "I have PLENTY of time!" and look - June 1st is Saturday!

In between rainy days this weekend, I worked on this mini for Amelia's teacher.  Happy to have the top done. 

Here is my question... what color do I quilt it in?  I'm going to a simple straight line quilting of some sort but I don't know if I should go with a red or a neutral - like a gray or cream?  Thoughts?  I'll welcome any ideas because I need to hustle to get it done for the last day of school. 

Enjoy your day!
Jen

Ready?

I'm not.  I'm doing a major scramble this weekend.  All my shopping is done and most of my wrapping is done but I have some sewing to finish up for Punkie and wrapping all her "Santa" gifts.  My MIL called me this morning and asked if Punk wanted to spend the night over there to give me some private time to get things done.  YES PLEASE!

Enough complaining.  Let me show you what I've been up to.

I found some cute ideas out on Pinterest (again) and put some of them into action.  I have a Godson who is going to be 15 in February and what do you give a 15 year old boy??!?  No clue here so money it is!

I thought this would be a cute way to give my Godson some spending money.

Next, teacher gifts.   A bag for Punk's "main" teacher.  I made the Tahoe Tote and dug in my stash for some yardage.  Punk picked out this combo and I set to work.  I like it.  I hope her teacher does as well.

And a fleece blanket for the teacher's aide in her classroom.

And a little something for me.  About a week or 2 ago I got some happy mail.  Carol sent me a very sweet pincushion.  I just adore it.  Thank you Carol for thinking of me during the busy holiday season!

if you can't see it, Carol stitched "Pins" in the center.  Too cute.

There's a bit more I want to share.  I'll be posting again.  :)

Enjoy your day!

Jen

Last Day of School

Today is Amelia's last day of 1st grade.  I dropped her off and actually shed a tear, watching her interact with her classmates.  Her teacher just praised her to me and told me how much she will miss having Amelia in her classroom.

Tomorrow we are headed to Lake George, NY for a few days of start the of the Summer fun.  Playing in the water park and riding rides at the amusement park.  Amelia has no idea where we are going.  She thinks we're headed to New Hampshire.  I can't wait to spring the surprise on her.  I'm HOPING that she will be clueless during the drive.  She knows the way to NH.  I'm sure she will catch on but I'm hoping not.

Here's my Punk.  Happy as can be for the last day of school.  She is ready for lazy mornings and no learnin'.

I made some Teacher gifts.  For her "main" teacher, I made a very simple table topper or wall hanging.  I found some cute fabric at Joann Fabrics and came up with this.  I even paid attention and cut and pieced the directional fabric the right way!

Here's the label I had Amelia write.

I found another very cute gift to make.  Reusable cups with tea and lemonade packets.  Here's the post where I initially saw the idea.

aren't they cute??

Here are the flags close up:

And the inside stuffed with the drink packets.

Everything was a big hit!  Punk's teachers were very appreciative of it all.  Now I just have to get through today and can relax for a few days.  When we get back from our mini getaway, I need to pack up my kitchen!  New cabinets have been ordered and new construction has been started.  The walls (and old cabinets) are coming down in a couple of weeks.  I need to get cracking!

Enjoy your day!
Jen  :)