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Shopping for Fabric and Craft Supplies

19th September 2008

Shopping for Fabric and Craft Supplies

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I’m getting ready to head out the door to complete a long list of errands. I need to get things done today before I start my job on Monday. I’m used to being able to do things when I want, so I’m sure there will be an adjustment period of me getting used to my routine. Of course, once I get through the 7 weeks of training, I’ll be working from the house and so won’t have to contend with commute time!

Today’s to-do list:

  1. Post Office
  2. Get state inspection on van done
  3. shop for phone and headset for home office (required for new job)
  4. shop for backing fabric for the quilt top I finished yesterday
  5. shop for bead and buttons for my 12 Days of Christmas quilt project
  6. pick up some groceries

Of course, my favorite thing is shopping for fabric, and, I’m heading to a quilt shop I’ve never been to before, so I’m excited!  I managed to save myself some time by shopping for unique beads online and even found some wholesale gemstone beads at up to 30% discount, that I can use on my 12 Days of Christmas project. I’ll be sure to share photos later.

I’m off, lots to do, very little time!

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  1. 1 On September 19th, 2008, fatiah said:

    Heading for the quilt shop again! I’m so envious of you. I only got 1 store in Singapore for my supplies. Life is so unfair.

    fatiah’s last blog post..Puff Quilt

    posted on September 19th, 2008 at 9:50 am

  2. 2 On September 19th, 2008, The Fitness Diva said:

    This reminds me of my life before I became a fitness instructor. I used to have a full time clothing making business, and designing, cutting out patterns and sitting in front of a sewing machine was my life!
    My favorite part was going fabric shopping. You can get so inspired by all of the beautiful fabrics, patterns and textures you find in there.
    I plan to get back into making things this fall. I really miss it! ;)

    Shopping for buttons, notions and trim was always exciting, too. Tell that to people that don’t sew, and they just don’t get it! lol

    The Fitness Diva’s last blog post..Fitness Before Technology

    posted on September 19th, 2008 at 11:44 am

  3. 3 On September 19th, 2008, maggie said:

    Good luck on your new job!

    maggie’s last blog post..Fiber Art Explorations 3

    posted on September 19th, 2008 at 2:14 pm

  4. 4 On September 20th, 2008, LizzyT said:

    I had a look at the links you put in your post for the bead shops, those beads are gorgeous. Good luck with your new job!

    LizzyT’s last blog post..WORDLESS WEDNESDAY – FEEDING THE PELICANS – THE ENTRANCE, NSW, AUSTRALIA

    posted on September 20th, 2008 at 3:27 am

  5. 5 On September 20th, 2008, Hilary said:

    Don’t forget to go see some balloons in the sky this weekend!

    Hilary’s last blog post..Need Your Input, Please!

    posted on September 20th, 2008 at 5:40 am

  6. 6 On September 20th, 2008, jennifer said:

    Wow, busy day indeed! I work full time at a hospital , have 3 kiddies ages 14,10 & 2 plus run a blog. Can you say Exhausting!!

    You have a great site. good luck on your endeavor:0)

    posted on September 20th, 2008 at 9:34 am

  7. 7 On September 20th, 2008, Donna said:

    Good luck with your new job!!

    FYI. I awarded you a blog award in a post on my blog. I really enjoy your blog!

    Donna’s last blog post..Blogging is Fun

    posted on September 20th, 2008 at 8:56 pm

  8. 8 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    fatiah – We do have quite a few quilt shops in the Dallas area, I’m very surprised. I do have my favorites though and those become dangerous for my wallet!

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:47 pm

  9. 9 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    I found myself hooked on fabric when I would go to all the quilt shops with my mom. I knew how to sew, I just never did it. One day I found a patter for a tote bag and I was inspired. I’ve been at it since and that was 4 years ago.

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:49 pm

  10. 10 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    Thanks Maggie!

    Thanks LizzyT! I’m looking forward to getting started tomorrow.

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:50 pm

  11. 11 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    Hilary – One of these days we’ll attend the Balloon Festival, for now, we watch from our front porch! Have you attended?

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:51 pm

  12. 12 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    Jennifer – I’m busy, but nothing compared to what you do on a daily basis with 3 kids and a full time job! You must be a very organized person (or completely insane!) to be able to keep up with blogging too!

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:53 pm

  13. 13 On September 21st, 2008, lynne said:

    Thanks Donna, for the words of encouragement AND the award! Both were very kind and appreciated.

    posted on September 21st, 2008 at 7:57 pm