Have you been to South Dakota? I had not and seeing Mt. Rushmore was on my bucket list. I spent the last seven days visiting part of the US that were brand new for me!
The Bad Lands were so much more than I expected. Miles and miles of incredible formations. In addition we saw buffalo, antelope, zillions of prairie dogs and a mountain goat.
Crazy Horse wasn’t what I expected–awesome but I thought he was closer to being finished. Learned so much here. (Trips make me realize there is sooo much I don’t know!)
We rode a steam train through the trees and later visited a gold mine. It was good to be in the trees –almost able to touch them.
Actually seeing Mr. Rushmore was the highlight for me. Just Wow
Kevin Costner’s larger than life bronze depiction of a buffalo hunt and a round up of buffalo at Custer State Park with living, breathing buffalo was a then and now experience.
We filled every day with new experiences–but it was good to be back home–our bed and our dog!!
While I was gone, Quilters at First were busy at their machines.
Elaine finished her autumn table runner. The 16″ x 36″ table runner is machine quilted with an oak leaf and acorn pattern, perfect for fall. The border is pieced and the pumpkins and leaves are machine appliquéd. $45
More fall leaves in bright autumn colors. These are large hot pads, machine pieced and machine quilted with Insul-brite to protect your hands and the table. $10 each
If you are looking for a table runner–we might have a few!!! Come to the Quilt Etc. Sale and see all different styles! This one is 12.5″ x 35″ and would be great on your table any time of the year. $40
Another table runner–the colors give off an autumn feel. It is 15.5″ x 38″. Machine quilted. $40
Snow people and wrapped presents prints were used in this 16 patch block table runner. Very bright and cheerful for a holiday table. Machine quilted and hand bound…$40
These mug rugs would be great stocking stuffers, hostess gifts or just a fun coaster for your early morning coffee in those dark winter mornings. Machine quilted. $6-$8
We may be in the Fall months, but here is something great for your table during the summer–or you just really like strawberries. The churn dash block is the center block in this table topper. Red gingham frames the block, adding to the farm kitchen look. 24″ x 24″. $40
This looks black but it is a deep chocolate brown. Lined with long handles making it shoulder friendly. $30
And another tea towel….
We are busting at the seams with so many great projects in preparation of the Quilts Etc. Sale. And since you read our blog you know we have so many items besides quilts for sale. Hope you can make it to the sale in person.
