A Strawberry Quilt Top Completed

 Yesterday was sunny and warmer with a high of 23C. This morning it is clear and 9C. Today is supposed to be sunny with a high of 23C. 

Lifestyle

I was outside for just over an hour to water the plants. That turned into weeding the 8 vegetable boxes and the side of the house. I did water everything well. I noticed there are 5 volunteer tomato plants in one box. If they produce that will be a bonus. A lot of the boxes have volunteer petunias growing which will add colour to the back yard. 

Once inside, I cleaned the kitchen counters and put things away. My one cupboard to clean turned into a bank of 4 drawers. I took things out, vacuumed and wiped each drawer inside and out. Things were put back in neatly with only a couple of items being removed. I use everything else. 

I sat and rested when that was done and folded laundry. It is all put away. Some items I had inside for growing cucumbers were washed and put into the garage for next year. In all, I had a very busy morning. 

I was sore yesterday and hobbled about a lot. I put it to weeding outside. My SI joint tightened up and I got to release last night when stretching in bed. It was a good crack. I do have sore muscles from it plus some is from outdoor work. I will keep moving to strengthen everything. 

Sewing

I had a great afternoon sewing. I worked on the doll's a quilt and got the top finished. It is 20" square. I made 12 flying geese and have put the ruler away for now. 

I sat the rabbit on the quilt and it is going to be a big quilt for her. She will be able to snuggle in it when it is cold. 

I will be cutting out pyjamas for the rabbit first before deciding on which fabric will be the backing. I do want to bind it in the red fabric. 

Knitting

I wound the blue yarn into two balls and set up the first sock and knit 15 rounds on the cuff. 

I also knit on the doll's coat. I tried it on the doll at the finished length. 

It was still too short so I knit a couple more rows before knitting the 6 rows of seed stitch at the bottom. 

Thoughts

    Though I accomplished at lot yesterday morning, I was happy to be moving more slowly and enjoying each job I did. I also sewed slowly yesterday and really enjoyed that. It allowed me to relax and think about what I was doing and what I want to do next. 

    I covered the plants on the deck last night as it was supposed to be 3C in low lying areas (usually us). It didn't happen which was nice. The plants are now uncovered enjoying the sunshine. The tomatoes have blooms on them which is the reason I covered them. 

Today

I am going to do the balance sheet, some laundry, and begin tidying up the dining area. If I have time, I will clean on kitchen cupboard. This afternoon I want to cut out the pyjamas for the rabbit so I can decide which fabric I will use for the backing of the quilt. Tonight I will knit on socks and the doll's coat. A quiet day for me. 

Until the next time...........................................................