I'm having a hard time keeping up with blogging these days - so I thought I'd do a little combo/catch-up post. A post on the club tag this month from our Charming co-leader Joan which is to list some of our favorite things, which relates to our Spring Sewing Party, which also relates to my Surpise Valentine Date with Studly (am I rambling??)!
So, one of my new favorite things to do is hang out with all of you girls at our sewing parties. And, our
is one week from today - Saturday, February 27.
We'll do the party pretty much the same as the last, except with one deadline.
I'll post the "Spring Sewing Party" host post on Thursday, February 25th. YOU MUST COMMENT ON THAT POST WITH THE LINK TO YOUR POST FOR THE SEWING PARTY BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH AT 9:00 P.M. CST.
I'll add all of the links to the post (so that we can visit each other easily). If you haven't posted a comment there with your link by 9, then you'll miss out!
Some of my other favorite things are
Moda fat quarter bundles - just can't get enough of these.
Hand applique
(this is Block 2 of "Home Tweet Home" by Stitch Studios),
and hand embroidering these
very fun
"Nice People Nice Things" blocks.
Another favorite is
"Schnibbles" (oh, and "Tuffets")!
Studly knows all about my favorite things -and got most of them in on our Surprise Valentine Date.
When I say surprise date - I mean SURPRISE DATE - everything is a surprise, because Studly is in charge of everything (he decides where we go, how we get there, what we do, what we eat). I get to just relax and enjoy the ride - VERY FUN!
First, we had brunch at IHOP, because one of my favorite things is
pancakes (my apologies for the "after" shot - I was hungry)!
Then we did a bit of shopping. Studly knows that some of my favorite things are items that with sayings on them - either inspirational, thought provoking sayings OR
sayings like this that make me Laugh Out Loud! Yes, Studly got me the Merlot glass to match my other wine glass.
Oh, and another favorite thing is a good glass of Merlot wine - which is why this glass is so special.
Another favorite thing is
truffles - so Studly took me to the "Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory" to pick up some dessert for later!
Now, it's confession time. I really thought I'd be grown-up by the time I hit 40.
Okay - so now I'm shooting for 50!
I'm still a big kid at heart - and I still love stuffed animals! Several years ago, Studly and I were on a trip to Ohio, and he took me to "Build A Bear" where I giggled, smiled, oohhhed and aahhhed, and made
Faith. Well, Studly said she looked awful lonely, and needed a friend.
So, he took me to "Build A Bear" and we made
a friend for Faith. Still not sure what to name this little guy -- any ideas?
Then, we went to "Outback", and had an appetizer while we waited for them to get our "take-out" dinner ready
another "after-shot" - sorry, but all that laughing, shopping, and bear-building really built up an appetite for another favorite thing -- appetizers!
Then, we brought dinner home to enjoy it by the fire and candle-light
Yes - Studly treated me to a "Carpet Picnic" - another of my favorite things!
Which leads me to a funny story - Studly ordered my dinner, and then the
Waitress: (looks to me) "And for you?"
Me: "Oh, that was for me" (what he ordered).
Waitress: (looking surprised) "Oh, I'm sorry - I don't see very many gentlemen these days."
Me: (smiling) "Oh, it's no problem."
Studly: (beaming) "And, I'll have . . . "
And that leads me to my very favorite thing --
sharing my life with a True Gentleman!
TTFN,
Kelly
Awww....that was so sweet and such a special guy. The applique is adorable, you do wonderful stitching.
Posted by: wendy | February 20, 2010 at 08:01 AM
Can't wait till the Party, and enjoyed reading about your Surprise date and favorite thing :)
Posted by: Rene | February 20, 2010 at 08:36 AM
What a lovely day spent with such a special guy! I'm sorry I'll miss out on the party. I'm actually going to a Quilting Retreat! So I'll be with you in spirit, but not online. Enjoy!
Posted by: Sunny | February 20, 2010 at 08:44 AM
What a cute story at the end...looks like you had a wonderful day. :) Fun. Fun is what we need, isn't it???
Posted by: Dandelion Quilts | February 20, 2010 at 09:36 AM
Being married to a real gentleman is a huge blessing. We're both blessed. :-)
Your post had me smiling, smiling, smiling. I love everything!
Name for Faith's new friend - Rocky (as in the chocolate factory)
BTW, I'll be sewing on the Saturday - woohoo! I'm not missing this one.
Posted by: Darlene | February 20, 2010 at 10:40 AM
I forgot to mention that I absolutely refuse to grow up - it's over rated! LOL
Posted by: Darlene | February 20, 2010 at 10:41 AM
Sweet date!! You've got a good one there. :D
I'm so sad that I can't take part in the Spring Sewing Party. I even have things I want to sew, that are SPRING-Y. Church women's retreat weekend. I can't wait to see what everyone makes though.
Posted by: CJ | February 20, 2010 at 12:44 PM
Very cute post. And I love the ending. You two are so romantic!
SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com
PS - replacement laptop has been ordered!
Posted by: sewcalgal | February 20, 2010 at 02:20 PM
Oh Kelly, that brough tears to my eyes! What a sweetheart your married to!
Don't feel bad about acting like a kid. I do! I haven't been to build a bear yet but we are planning on taking our daughter for her 3rd b-day next month and I'm probably more excited than she is. I love all her dolls;-)
Beautiful applique too!
Posted by: Lisa | February 20, 2010 at 06:28 PM
Awwwwwwww! What a sweetie!
Posted by: Patty Boyd | February 20, 2010 at 07:11 PM
Very sweet!
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | February 20, 2010 at 07:22 PM
Awww - what a guy - so glad the waitress recognized a gentleman! Your applique is ADORABLE.
Posted by: Allie | February 20, 2010 at 09:06 PM
Your Studly is certainly Studling (I don't think it's a word. Sounds like the surprise was really enjoyed. You should name Faith's friend, Studly, so she'll have a Studly too.
Love your applique.
Elaine
Posted by: Elaine Barnes | February 21, 2010 at 04:06 AM
Such a sweet post...and guy! I agree...Faith NEEDS a Studley too !!
Posted by: Anita in Florida | February 21, 2010 at 04:16 AM
Looks like "magic" to me.
Posted by: Cindy Carlson | February 21, 2010 at 06:23 AM
How lovely to be married to a member of an endangered species. Glad you enjoyed your uber special day with your handsome guy.
My mother-in-law always told me, "People aren't lucky, they are blessed." It looks like that applies to you and Studly. You're both blessed to have each other.
Posted by: KatieQ | February 21, 2010 at 06:33 AM
What a great post! Love your favorite things and I'm so glad you had a great day with Mr Studly. :-) I'm sewing on Saturday!~ http://crazyboutquilts.blogspot.com/2010/02/design-wall-monday-rest-of-week.html
Posted by: call me crazy | February 22, 2010 at 09:41 AM
So sweet! Love your story. I'll be sewing along with you on Saturday.
Posted by: Kim Sherrod | February 22, 2010 at 03:03 PM
I loved everything about this post!
Can't wait for Saturday!
Posted by: Michelle | February 23, 2010 at 11:31 AM
Such a cute photo of you two! I finished my Feb. project! Ahead of time!
http://fouroclockquiltcompany.blogspot.com/2010/02/feb-project-done.html
Happy Sewing!
Posted by: Jonelle | February 23, 2010 at 02:53 PM
For some reason I am hungry now.LOL Wish I was going to be part of the party but it is my son's Birthday Party and he is having a roller skating party. I will be sewing that night with friends but no access to a computer.
Posted by: Dawn-Marie | February 24, 2010 at 10:06 AM
Just letting you know, as I just did Joan, that I can FINALLY say I'll be participating in Saturday's event. I will have to play catch-up because of our commitment to the high School baseball team's fund rally, a pancake breakfast.
See you all then.
Posted by: Cindy Carlson | February 26, 2010 at 07:45 AM
I didn't see my post so i'm posting again - sorry if it shows up twice...I plan to come to your party tomorrow...thanks
Posted by: Brenda | February 26, 2010 at 12:30 PM
Since my Hubby has to work tomorrow ( he just told me ...grrrr) it looks like I can join your spring sewing party!
It gives me a good reason not to do the laundry...LOL
Hugs,Liz
P.S: I have posted it on my blog :-)
Posted by: Liz Schaffner | February 26, 2010 at 01:51 PM