I first saw this band in the 70"s. They were the "house" band for a place called "The Casino" on Cape Cod. The original place was torn down, they rebuilt it into a very elegant restaurant/night club. They had this band back for a reunion last July, but Falmouth Heights on July 4th is not a place I want to be! Last night we got a group of friends together, went for a great dinner, and stayed to dance our butts off! What a talented band..still doing what they love after 30 or more years!
So...I am back to feeling ooold today! My partner in crime was , of course, there, and she didn't even have to bail me out of jail, lol!!!
To keep this sewing related I copied this from "The Quilters Gallery" newsletter. I have heard of a lot of ways to use up scraps. But, they involve saving small pieces of fabric that probably won't get used, and are just cluttering up our sewing spaces. In fact, Kathie, of "Ladies of the Evening" just mentioned this subject the other night. So, here below is the best idea I have seen to "use them up"!
Take an old pillowcase, line a wastebasket with it. While you are sewing, toss all of your scraps into it. You can also add those that are cluttering up your sewing room. When the pillow case is 2/3 full, sew the pillow case shut, and take it to your local animal shelter. These make great beds for cats and dogs, and fit the cages perfectly. They are 100% washable, and are nice and soft for the animals. Isn't that a great idea? If you have any ideas for "using up" things in your sewing room, please post them. The scrap quilt in my last post is another great way to use up strips, and older fabrics that you have been saving forever, and don't know what to do with. I have reduced my stash substantially this year, by shopping in my own sewing room first. It's amazing what you already have to use as backings, bindings, etc.
I am having sewing withdrawal! I just haven't had the time to be in my sewing room lately. So, hopefully, I will soon. I finished the latest applique block from the "Twas the night before Christmas" quilt. I will photograph that soon.Stay tuned.................


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