Mendocino Picnic Blanket

I finished the top this morning. It is one big square (7x7) up of 10" blocks. I am hoping to get it finished soon so we can start using it. I have been debating between the two Laurie Smith fabrics, pictured below, for the backing. I finally decided on the orange mosaic fabric and now I am not sure if I will have enough. I may have exactly enough if I don't have any cutting errors. Keep your fingers crossed :)

Thank you Sheila, Christina, and Sarah for all of your input and spare squares, it was most appreciated :)

A Belated Birthday Present

Pattern: Ava Rose Tote by The Artsy-Crafty Babe

Fabrics: French General and linen

I made 3" x3" squares into a patchwork rectangle to cut the outer bottom/sides piece and added an additional pocket to the inside. One side has two smaller pockets and the other has one large pocket. Plenty of storage. This pattern is great! This is the third tote I have made (the only one with patchwork). They work up easily and quickly.

Feeling better never felt so good

I have been trying to sew this last week put my brain was just not working right. I was making stupid little mistakes and getting very upset with myself. Today is the first day I have been able to sew with a clear mind.

I think it is going pretty well so far. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.