Angie Juda

Chic n Scratch

First Quilt in 2018

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Happy New Year!!

I can’t  believe it’s been five months since my last post.   I could go into all the crazy things that were thrown my way but I guess this is the new normal.  Our life, crazy busy all the time.  Which leads me to why I haven’t made a quilt in months.

Every day I say to myself “if I get everything on my to do list complete (work related) … I will play with some fabric“.   Well, that isn’t going to happen.  As hard as I’ve tried … I’ve set unrealistic expectations!!

So, each week I’m going to carve out some Angie time and no matter what email I get or comment thrown my way … I’m going to take a mental break.  We can call it “Angie time”  or “playing with fabric time”.

It’s not that I don’t still love stamping, I do, but if I try to stamp for pure joy … it brings me back to what I should be doing for work.   I’m not sure why I feel so guilty for not working 24/7 but I do.

So, does this all mean I’ll have more quilting videos in 2018 … I’m not sure.  I’m taking it day by day and I’d like to say yes … but, Chase proposed to Jessica and it looks like we’ll be having a wedding this year.  I’m very excited and also freaking out!!

Here’s the fabric for the next quilt (Riley Blake, Lucky Star by Zoe Pearn Designs)… all cut and ready to sew!

I was going to film the making of this one …but it’s a gift and I need to get it made sooner rather than later so I’ve chosen another pattern of fabric to film the making.

Have a great day!!

Quilt Along fabric

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I’ve decided on the next Quilt Along and I just need help choosing the fabric.

Here’s the choices ….

  • Glamper-licious (green)

  • Lucky Stars

  • Glamper-licious (Blue)

This is the quilt we’ll be making …. this was the quilt top I completed at Sew Day back in July.

I’ll be using 5 patterns of fabric – one yard each (technically you can use 1/2 yard for two of the patterns) and one White Layer Cake.

If  you’ve sent me an email asking when I’ll be doing the next quilt along … I told most of you that I was busy with work and couldn’t get to it.  But, some medical issues have cropped up again in this house and the best medicine for me is helping others (by teaching you a new quilt).

Have a great day and I’ll let you know which fabric we choose!

 

 

How to cut carrots for cockatiels

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Today I’m sharing how we cut carrots for our Cockatiel and Green Cheek Conure.

We use a cheese grater to cut all their fruits and vegetables …. you can see a picture of one below, found on Amazon (if you click on the picture it will take you there).

Here’s my quick and dirty video on how to use it

We’re feeding Elvis Harrison’s Bird Food – High Potency Super Fine.

Skittles eats the same food … just a different size.  We usually order it on Amazon and our vet told us which size and potency to feed them (click on the picture below and it will take you to Amazon).

Have a great day!

p.s. If you have a bird, I’d love to see pictures!!

 

What to pack for a Sew Day

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What to pack for a Sew Day …

I’m going to my very first sew day tomorrow and I’m super excited … but also terrified that I will forget something.

I’ll start this list and update it after the event!  Once I know exactly what I’ll need …. I’ll create a nice PDF with a checklist to make it easier for all of us!

Sewing Supplies

  • Sewing Machine
  • Power Cord and Foot Pedal
  • Presser Feet
  • Needles
  • Thread
  • Scissors
  • Bobbins
  • Rotary Cutter
  • Extra Blades for Rotary Cutter
  • Cutting Mat
  • Rulers of all shapes and sizes
  • Extension Cord
  • Iron
  • Starch
  • Portable Light
  • Chair Cushion
  • Sharpie
  • Pen and Paper
  • Portable Ironing Pad/Table
  • Seam Ripper
  • Sewing Projects (3 or 4 and a mindless one is helpful)
  • Instructions for Sewing Projects
  • Machine Oil
  • Screwdriver
  • Fabric Scraps
  • Tweezers
  • Pin Cushion
  • Pins
  • Measuring Tape
  • Tape
  • Ziploc Bags

Electronics

  • iPad (or laptop)
  • Cell Phone + Charger

Personal

  • Sweater or Jacket
  • Glasses (readers … take 2 pair just in case)
  • Gum
  • Medicine
  • Hand Lotion
  • Cuticle Cream
  • Tissues
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Lint Brush
  • Band-aids
  • Cash
  • Camera
  • Comfy Shoes

If you have something you would like for me to add to the list, let me know!

Here’s the fabric I have planned for project #1 tomorrow…. Bugsy by Christine Sharp & Rachel Wright

My project needs 5 – one yard pieces of fabric …. plus some white.  I’ll share more details about the project after sew day.

I’m not sure what my 2nd and 3rd project will be … I’ve been down with a headache all week and I’m behind on everything!! My house is a disaster and don’t get me started on how behind I am with work.  And we have NO FOOD in the house … I’m hoping Dave caves and goes shopping today (and that he cooks dinner too).   I’m telling myself that when August arrives things will get back to normal (as we have another trip coming up in a couple weeks).

See ya!