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One evening I decided I was going to make a baby blanket/quilt for my sister's baby.  I had recently purchased my first sewing machine and completed a few projects.  So why not jump in and start creating.

before starting any project it's important to get your audience comfortable...

The squares are cut: 4" x 4".  The cutting mat, fiberglass ruler, and rotary cutter are a must for straight lines.

the fabric patterns

The squares were laid out and then piled to indicate which row they belonged to and in what order.

and the sewing started and continued for about 2.5 hours.  The Counseling book is what I should have been doing-lesson planning for this fall.

time to pin and trim edges (I put flannel instead of crib backing in the inside)

pinned and trimmed

The final product.  I can't wait to give it to my sister!

So, what do you do with your left overs??

I made a doggie blanket.

Nadia seems to like it.

She might just stay curled up in it for a while. 

This one is for you: Paula C

Nadia

+ I added Snowy to it as well.

I am writing this today because, you, Paula, made a suggestion when I asked about what I could photograph for my blog.  One of your suggestions was Nadia.  I added Snowy our other dog to the mix.

A few words about Paula before I post the pictures.  I have known you for a few years to say the least.  I have met your wonderful family!  There are many things I could say about you.  However, the one thing I would want others to know about you is how amazingly thoughtful you are of others, in spite of your own needs and trials.  You are an inspiration to many.  So... photos for your suggestion!

Snowy loves the snow

Nadia, not so much.  Although she loves being anywhere Snowy is.  So, she'll tolerate it.

Someone pinch me.  Am I dreaming?

Snowy loves a good snow bath

If there had been a hill.  She would have body slid down it.

Rob and his (our) dog, Snowy.

Nadia and me

I can stretch out

All dogs pee.