I was suppose to be flying to Amerika Samoa but as you can see, that didn't happen.
Life has it turns and twist and sometimes you think you have it bad until you see someone who has it worse and so for today, I am just grateful I was allowed to live another day.
Corny I know but hey, there has to be a bright side right?
So last night I cut out this table runner with my binding tool, this is one of Missouri Star's tutorials.
Don't you just love Batiks? I don't know if this is how it is going to go together but it gives you an idea.
So this is what is on my design floor right now.
I am on my husband's computer and couldn't figure out how to crop it (actually it would not allow me to).
but that stack on the side is enough for another runner
for
one of you.
Just leave a comment
and I will post a winner in a few days.
Have a great day
Cute runner! Sorry your trip was cancelled :(
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry you didn't get to go on your trip. Love the runner.
ReplyDeleteBarb, I am so sorry you are not going to Amerika Samoa today. I know you were excited to be going. It is funny, I use the floor all the time for my designing. Much bigger space! Have a good day.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry you didn't get to go. =(
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry that you didn't get to go, Barb. I know you (and they) were so looking forward to it.
ReplyDeleteYour runner looks beautiful. I love batiks and love sewing with them.
I love your runner. I am sorry you could not go on your trip.
ReplyDeleteI love that little runner! Great fabrics and colours and the design is wonderful. Love to win one like it! Sorry to hear about your cancelled trip. Will you be going at a later date?
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that you aren't going on your trip. But things happen for a reason.. we just don't know what the reason is all the time.
ReplyDeleteThank you, it is very pretty! I'm sorry you did not get to go see all of your friends!
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Oh Barb, I hope you are all right!! You gave us a scare. Take care. Your runner if very cute.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry your trip got cancelled, I hope you get to go real soon. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI love batiks! I'm going to have to look up that tutorial because I have the binding tool now (and I love it!) Thanks for the giveaway! :0)
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry your trip was cancelled/delayed. I know how you were looking forward to it. You gave me a big smile with your "design floor" post as I only have a design floor too! I don't have the wall space for a design wall and the floor works great when I need it, I just move the coffee table in the front room and push back the chairs and I can fit a queen size quilt! Hey, that's the joy of this hobby...no rules!
ReplyDeleteOh that is a shame you couldn't make the trip Barb. Everything okay?
ReplyDeleteI've seen that tutorial and was wondering if it really was as easy as she made it seem. Batiks are one type of fabric that I do not have a lot of --- love them, just need to work on whittling down the stash before I bring more into the house.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely runner! So sorry for the unexpected changes, it is not easy! So sweet that you do this give away instead!
ReplyDeleteBe blessed
Martina
Man that is a bummer. Love the batiks.
ReplyDeleteI love how you work to stay optimistic in the face of disappointment, Barb. :) I hope your next day is good to you.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your trip - are you re-scheduling??
ReplyDeleteJust a nice give away. Nice little runner. I made a braided quilt like that and it was so easy and fun.
ReplyDeleteso sorry you could not go on your trip..
ReplyDeleteI hope all is ok with you!
the runner is so pretty..I would love to have one.
I hope you pick me!
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beebee
Feel better! I'm a batik FREAK and would love the chance to win this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteOh, not going? Darn. I was looking forward to hearing all your great new stories. Hope you won't be down for too long :)
ReplyDeleteI love Batiks!
ReplyDeleteAwhhhhh...bummer. Love you cute runner. I had a doctor once many years ago that tried to convince me that waking up each morning was a good thing.....grin.....I finally got it years later. It is a blessing.
ReplyDeleteAnd hopefully you'll have a better trip on another day.
What a cute pattern. Batiks are my favorite fabric to work with.
ReplyDeleteYou always do amazing things. Maybe you will get to go to Amerika Samoa soon. Thanks for having a giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThat is indeed a bummer to have as trip canceled like that. Your runner is gorgeous so far..Love the fabrics.conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteHi Barb I am so sorry that you did not get to make your trip as planned but I truly believe this is a reason for everything, doesn't make you feel better I know. But your batiks look wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe runner looks great. Sorry you aren't on your way to American Samoa.
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric in your runner
ReplyDeleteit's a big let down, when you cannot do what you were so looking forward to doing. making something gives a great lift, and your runner is bright and cheerful. thanx for offering the leftovers ... i'd be happy with them. love batiks!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful batiks. They are so rich. Sorry about your holiday but thanks for sharing and for the opportunity on the draw.
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I hope you will get to travel there soon....love the colors of that runner! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI"m glad you can see the positive side to everything right now - life seems a lot easier that way. I've told Karl that the next place I want to move to is Amerika Samoa - but he's not buying it (YET!) LOL! Truly it seems like such a beautiful place on earth - hope you get to go soon?
ReplyDeleteOh, dear, no trip???
ReplyDeleteIt's a downer alright, However, one look at your runner and spirits soar. Gorgeous colors ! ! !
Can you believe, I just 'found' a good-sized stack of batiks day before yesterday. Yippeeee ! ! Gotta love batiks.
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So sorry that your travel plans did not work out. Maybe you can fly over soon. Those batiks are just delicious! Thank you for a chance to win enough to make one!
ReplyDeleteAhh...but isn't it more fun staying at home and making a beautiful table runner than sitting on an airplane? Sorry, I don't want to be mean. I too am sorry you are not flying off to AS. Hopefully another time. And, I'm delighted to have you here sharing insights and inspiring.
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Sorry your trip was cancelled. Happened to me too a few weeks ago and it took days for my mind accept being at home. Love that table runner, watched the video and looks like something I would love to make.
ReplyDeleteI would to make that table runner. I have never had any batiks. Hope this is my chance. Thanks for giveaway. Sharon slozano5 at earthlink dot net.
ReplyDeleteI have this runner on my wish list. It would be wonderful to win.
ReplyDeleteOh Barb I am so so sorry to hear about your trip cancelation.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear that you did not get to go on your trip. I hope all is OK and that someday you will have another chance.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your trip, and you are right to look at the bright side! :)
ReplyDeleteAhhh, sorry Barb to hear you couldn't make the trip. {{{hugs}}}
ReplyDeleteYour runner is lovely!
Thanks for a chance at the give-away.
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I saw a quilt like this a little while ago. I wanted to make it, but haven't assembled the fabrics yet!
ReplyDeleteI would love to play with that. Thanks
ReplyDeleteSorry about your trip, I truly believe everything happens for a reason and that every day is a gift. I love Missouri Star's tutorials, Jenny's a real hoot. Your table runner is lovely, great colors. Your so sweet to offer this giveaway. ;-> Toni Anne
ReplyDeletePretty runner! Thanks for the chance to win. I hope things get better.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear your having a down day. Suround yourself in things that make you happy.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great table runner can see it in lots of fabric.
Sorry about your cancelled trip. I try to remind myself that everything happens for a reason. We just don't always know the reason.
ReplyDeleteI love Batiks. Your runner (saw it on facebook) turned out beautiful. I like your binding choice.
Love your giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteJanet
Very pretty! Sewing is great therapy for those disappointments in life. You'll get back there one day - hopefully you sent your husband with a list of those beautiful Samoan fabrics you love!
ReplyDeleteBatiks are the best -- love the runner you made with them.
ReplyDeleteSorry about your trip. Maybe next time we just never know!
ReplyDeleteOh please put my name in the pot for the runner! I love your colors - yum, yum, yum!!! So sorry about your trip - that must be very disappointing for you.
ReplyDeleteI know it most have been a disappointment to miss the trip. Love the runner.
ReplyDeleteSorry you couldn't fly to Samoa. I hope I get to go back one last time again too. Loving the table runners.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry your plans were changed, hopefully things will work out that you can go another time. I love your batik table runner! Batiks are so much fun, I love them! Thanks for the giveaway!
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