How I spent my 4th of July

Happy 4th of July!

It was a hot and humid one today on Winding Vine.

But we got up early and went for a hike, ran a few errands, and did a bit of gardening.

It's hard when the 4th of July falls on a Wednesday.

Just one day off in the middle of the week.

So I tried to ignore chores and have some fun.

"Red Geraniums"

By Maggie Bonanomi 

from her book "Buttonwood Farm"

I actually stitched this last 4th of July and just put it together

 so I could hang it on my front door today. 

The background is pieced from an old feedsack (can you see the faded printing?) and old ticking.

I used my favorite Rustic Moire Wool Threads.

I think they add a nice touch.

This is the second time that I made this piece.

The first time I made it was many years ago in a class with Maggie.

It looks so different in a totally different colorway.

This afternoon I sat outside for a bit, until I started to melt, and worked on a little 

patriotic English Paper Piecing.

It is a kit by Primitive Gatherings called "Honor Flag".

 Have you ever bought a pattern and then had to drop everything to start it immediately?

Well I did just that!

This sweet couple were calling to me! :)

Our town has their fireworks on the 3rd of July

which is a good thing so I can get to bed early tonight for work tomorrow :)

They were a delight as always. 

I was exhausted last night and really didn't want to go.

But we have a tradition with friends of dinner out and then fireworks.

I was so glad that I went!

How could I even consider missing 4th of July fireworks?!

We always enjoy them so.

I hope that you are enjoying a safe and happy 4th of July!

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,

    the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!

~Psalm 33:12

Blessings, Patti