I don't know what the type of house would be called. It's one that my grandpa designed (he is a retired (yeah right
) contractor). It is going to be a pretty good size. 2100 square feet I think
. I don't remember exactly what my grandpa said. I do know that the dining room is going to have bay windows that the sun will shine through during the morning. It is going to have a really pretty vinyl tile that looks like stone throughout the entire house. The bedrooms will have the kind that looks like wood. There is going to be three bedrooms. One for Jenna, the Master bedroom and one for SEWING
. There is going to be two bathrooms. One in the hallway and one in the master bedroom. The bathroom in the Master bedroom will have a bay window over the whirlpool bathtub, a standup shower, a vanity with two sinks along one wall, two clothes closets and of course a toilet. The other bathroom is just plain. It will also have a walk in pantry and a laundry room. My uncle owns a contracting company and he will be the one to build the house. The kitchen is going to be a really nice size. It is going to have an island in the middle. Right now my grandpa is getting the prices for everything to make sure that it will be affordable. He was in the attic of one of his customer's house and he saw this insulation that he had and he said that because of the insulation the attic was actually cold and it was almost 100 degrees outside. He is trying to find where he can get this from and also find out the cost. Building is supposed to start before the end of the year. It will be built on my grandpa's land just across the yard from thier house. I will have to take and post some pictures of thier property for you guys. My grandparents want to put a house out thier for us for several reasons. 1.) I am the only one who helps them with the things that they need help with. I run errands for them even though I am almost 20 miles away. My sister lives out there on thier property and she will not run errands for them. So won't even mow thier grass or anything. 2.) My grandpa is afraid that he will be the first one to die and he is afraid that my aunt will sale the property and move my grandma up to Monroe with her or put her in a home and he knows that if I am out there I will never let that happen to her. Also he wants the property to stay in the family and I think that he is wanting to leave it to Jenna. Well for now that is all I know about it. Hopefully that is enough details for now.
Wow, that sounds like it's going to be wonderful!! If you ever want any advice on finding stuff or what kind of materials to choose, I'd be happy to help!
Well I made the move and i have been sewing i hope to get some pictures posted. I would like to get in on the next give. It would be so cool.
I hope rylee gets to feeling better.
Sheri
There are still a few spots open for the Robin+5 big give!! Please sign up! The link is in my siggy!
Those turned out SO cute, Jessica!
I know I dont post that often,but would you mind keeping my family in your prayers.My mom was put into ccu yeterday afternoon with pneumonia and kidney failure its not looking good at all,I just got back from the hospital after being there all night last night(my dh made me come home to sleep but I cant) she is the only blood relative I have left,I dont know what I will do if we lose her or even how to prepare my dd for this.any ideas?
thanks all
I will definitely be praying for your Mom.
I made this last week forgot to post pic
sorry they r so big they look right in photo bucket
trying to keep my mind off things so i can wind down n go to sleep
We like big pictures! The outfit turned out great!
And, I think it was Lovesdumbo that commented on my new bookmark link, Thanks!
That was one sweet machine, it used glue to sew! Don't you just love my haircut?? It seems I had a series of unfortunate haircuts! I just HATED that haircut though! I thought it was ugly at the time!
Hey, I think mom was going for the "Carol Brady shag" with that 'do!
I almost forgot, I found a really cute reversible wrap skirt tutorial today. Heather told me I should post it so everyone was sure to see it!
http://whatdidshedotoday.wordpress....er-tutorial-for-the-wrap-skirt-april-26-2008/
This lady also has a cute little wrap dress tutorial on her site.
I put these in the bookmarks too. Actually, I think maybe I still need to add the dress one, but I'll get to that tomorrow, I need to get to bed!!!
I just wanted to comment on this so people would see the link again. It's a really great tutorial! It's like a ycmt tutorial for free! You can even save it as a pdf, just like a ycmt pattern!
Hi, NEW to this board--I was sent here from the DISIGN Board. Wondering if anyone makes quilted bags or knows where I might find a pattern for them.
Thanks
Have you checked the sewing links in my siggy? There is a search function you can try.
LOVE that fireplace! I have seen old fireplaces like this going for big $$ in antique stores! I love your staircase, too!
Heather - Thanks for sharing the pictures of your house! I love your green too!
Thanks for the compliments on my house!
LOVE the towel pants "in action".
My father passed away 2 weeks ago and I started preparing my children by telling them he was sick and wasn't going to get better.
GORGEOUS!! I vote "yes" on the rickrac. I didn't think I'd like it until I saw the pictures, but it really makes the yellow pop!
Wow! Everyone has been soooo busy! And thanks for the email about the Big Give going on over here! How nice! I haven't posted in sooo long, but it has been crazy and busy around here and I have been having some health issues, so I just haven't had the time! I do try to read and keep up sometimes, but I have found it impossible!LOL Just wanted to say HI and I would like to participate in the Big Give, but I have a few dilemmas! For one I don't sew very quickly, and I don't get to sew often! So I don't think I could swing making an outfit! That being said, I can make hairbows, pony tail streamers or headband, clippies, any kind of hair accessory needed. So if the child wore hair things, and someone wantssomething to match an outfit, I would be willing to make something and mail it to you so that you can send it with your outfit! If this is not needed, I'M SORRY, but I just feel like that is the only thing I could possibly swing at the moment! I think this is soo AMAZING for you all to do for these families! Once again, this is the VERY BEST group of people EVER
Hairbows would be wonderful! Nice to see you again!!!
We are going to have to cancel our Disney trip. Mark called and they are pushing his homecoming date to the end of October. That is an estimate of course but he definatly won't be jome for our trip. No
free dining for me
Hopefully a good code comes out for november and maybe we can go then but I am not sure he will want to. It will have to be a really good deal.
I am trhowing myself a pity party and going for fabric therapy.
Oh, I'm so sorry.
That must be so dissapointing/worrisome.
I like seeing everyone's houses. If I can find the pics of mine from when we were working on it I'll post them.
Yes, we must see pictures!
well last night was quiet no calls from the hospital.I got up at 5 and headed to see momma.Her blood pressure is really good this morning(yesterday was 69\38) now its up to 138\66. they r going to start her on dialysis.They are also talking about putting a stint in for it? I don't understand this cause she takes blood thinners and cant go through another surgery per her heart Dr.
thought I would run home take a break while they run more test.
My DH talked with DD this morning she is not taking this good at all. my momma is the only one that could watch dd till she was 5 so they are really really close. I am going to call her Sunday school teacher which she loves to death and let her know whats going on maybe she can help dd a little where as me not being here cant. well I am going to try n eat ad go back
thanks for all the prayers ad advice!
I'm glad to hear she's doing a little better.
If the doctors know what they're doing, she should be okay having surgery while on blood thinners. If she's taking coumadin/warfarin, they need to stop it a week before the surgery because it takes a week to get out of her system. Then, if she needs protection from blood clots in the mean time, they need to switch her to heparin shots (lovenox) for a week before the surgery (after she stops the coumadin). The lovenox will wear off 24 hours after it's injected, so she should be okay to have surgery 24 hours after her last shot. I'm on coumadin and I've been on lovenox shots, too. So, I know about this stuff!
I just added a sticky post on the Big Give board for people to share pixie dust ideas. I know sometimes I get mental blocks when I try to think of something fun to do so I decided there must be others who do as well and would benefit from a place to check when they need inspiration.
Thanks Lisa! That's a great idea.
We had a cancer scare here this week. My DH had to have a biopsy Tuesday and they saw a "dark spot" on the ultrasound when they did the biopsy. DH & I were both convinced it was cancer. I was worried we would have to cancel our August trip. We got the great news today that it was just a minor infection. I think even my Disney hating DH is looking forward to our Disney trip now! Such a huge relief!!!!!
So I'm going to celebrate with a little retail therapy (DH doesn't do retail therapy) and buy a new sewing machine.
Woo-hoo!!! Glad it was a false alarm!!!
How pretty! I have yet to attempt a patchwork twirl skirt. They look so time consuming!
WOW, what a gorgeous child! Ha Ha, what else would I say about my only granddaughter. I think she looks great in the outfit, you once again did a fantastic job on it. Of course everything you make is fantastic. Now you must get started on my stuff for WDW.
I just got a break here at work, so I thought I'd send you hugs about my baby boy. Every time I think about him being there longer I cry. I started to cry in the middle of an interview today. Thank god all the students know about Mark so they are very understanding. See you and my precious monsters tomorrow! Love Rara
She
is a gorgeous child!! I'll keep your son in my prayers.
I agree that the pom poms might take away from your gorgeous appliqués.
I HATED that!!! Now I have a pony tail and won't do anything else with it out of fear.
