Happy Birthday Claire!
Prayers and Pixie Dust for you.Little off topic, im heading to the hospital tommorow morning. I will be in surgery from 9-11 to have this football sized cyst and my right ovary removed. Please think aobut me and say a prayer. I will miss you all.
My daughter wants this one!Beautiful work. I love all three.
The fancy nacy party rocks... You did a wonderful job.
I love love love love the Minnie mouse big give outfit. The flower buttons are awsome. You did wonderful bows, and I agree with Lisa that the ruffles were chose just right.
Love the man in uniform ::cop: HUBBA HUBBA ! ! ! !
Heather - CONGRATS TO YOUR DH!!
My mom works at a middle school, as a custodian, and she walked in once last year on 13 year olds in the girls bathroom
The bows are GREAT!!!!!I finished some of the bows for the BIG GIVE!
These are the bows to match HeatherSue's outfit.
These bows are to match the Giselle outfit that I made.
And I made a Tinkerbell headband to match the outfit that kstgelais4 made.
I still have several to make for other outfits.
She had a boy 8lbs 4 oz and named him Alexander. He is just toooooo cute!
This is sooo cuteAnd now for the BIG GIVEoutfit!!!
I had so much fun making this! I really hope Alicia and Isabelle like it.
I don't really have a model, but I subbed Ella, so it is ridiculously big on her, but here it is on her. It should come to right below the knee on Isabelle. I hope.
And bows are seriously not my forte, but I did make a pair to match:
Your appliques are great!!!!
And now for the BIG GIVEoutfit!!!
I had so much fun making this! I really hope Alicia and Isabelle like it.
I don't really have a model, but I subbed Ella, so it is ridiculously big on her, but here it is on her. It should come to right below the knee on Isabelle. I hope.
And bows are seriously not my forte, but I did make a pair to match:
All y'all absolutely CRACK me up!!! Ah yes...so much drama within the hallowed halls of schools!!
You absolutely OUTDID yourself. It's artwork. I just love it. Really, wow!
Okay...well...we have a rather large student...nearly 6' 4 and probably 375 pounds....and then some. He's just a great big person. He's profoundly autistic and prone to bouts of violence. He doesn't know his own strength. So imagine a six year old in that body having a temper tantrum. He can snap metal scissors in half like it's cardboard.
He showed up at school yesterday having shredded all of his clothing while on the private van that takes him to and from school. Including his shoes. He also shredded the inside of the van...tore out the ceiling and the seats. Not having a good morning. We were called and I went out to meet him as I know him well and can usually get him back on track. I opened the door to the van and he's nekkid as a jaybird. He says to me...
"hi...I'm naked."
clearly.
He seems okay though, a little more calm than I was expecting. I called for sheets and stuff to be brought out...along with the very large custodian we have who helps out in situations where we need some heavy backup!
I got him wrapped up and covered and he walked calmly into the building with me all the way to the "calming down room"...(aka Padded room). We got him in there and he sat down. For about ten minutes. Then he wanted out. So he's pounding on the door...that we can't lock by law. So we've got the custodian, two male aides and the consulting psychiatrist holding the door.
He also wee'd all over the floor...wee'd on the observation window. And I can't have him in there with urine on the floor. But we can't open the door. Somehow I manage to get his attention and tell him in my firmest voice that he needs to SIT DOWN in the corner b/c there is a mess we need to have cleaned. So he sat. And stayed sitting while the custodian did a quick mop up and tried to sanitize a little. As soon as the custodian left though, he was pounding on the door again which required four large men to keep it shut and he was still managing to move them.
at this point I think he needs to go to the psychiatric unit. he's a danger to himself and to others and we need a more secure situation.
He actually transferred really smoothly. The paramedics came in. Thankfully they listened to me and let me lead him out and sit on the stretcher with him. He rode nicely in the ambulance. Almost comatose like. But as soon as we got him into a room in the hospital, he throws a chair out of the blue...which hit a nurse in the face...so her nose is bleeding...my "student" is screaming bloody murder as blood freaks him out. He's scratching himself to bits and grabbing at me, so now I'm covered in blood.
it was insanity.
finally he had to be restrained and medicated. It was sad. But in a way it needed to happen for mom to see that it's time to think about permanent placement. He's too volatile...sweet as he can be...but unstable.
it was a long dang day. I have a bruises all over my arms and legs...but I survived!!!
how's THAT for drama?! Would y'all believe that I've had similar situations in the past...eerily similar actually.
just another day in the life!!!
You absolutely OUTDID yourself. It's artwork. I just love it. Really, wow!
Okay...well...we have a rather large student...nearly 6' 4 and probably 375 pounds....and then some. He's just a great big person. He's profoundly autistic and prone to bouts of violence. He doesn't know his own strength. So imagine a six year old in that body having a temper tantrum. He can snap metal scissors in half like it's cardboard.
He showed up at school yesterday having shredded all of his clothing while on the private van that takes him to and from school. Including his shoes. He also shredded the inside of the van...tore out the ceiling and the seats. Not having a good morning. We were called and I went out to meet him as I know him well and can usually get him back on track. I opened the door to the van and he's nekkid as a jaybird. He says to me...
"hi...I'm naked."
clearly.
He seems okay though, a little more calm than I was expecting. I called for sheets and stuff to be brought out...along with the very large custodian we have who helps out in situations where we need some heavy backup!
I got him wrapped up and covered and he walked calmly into the building with me all the way to the "calming down room"...(aka Padded room). We got him in there and he sat down. For about ten minutes. Then he wanted out. So he's pounding on the door...that we can't lock by law. So we've got the custodian, two male aides and the consulting psychiatrist holding the door.
He also wee'd all over the floor...wee'd on the observation window. And I can't have him in there with urine on the floor. But we can't open the door. Somehow I manage to get his attention and tell him in my firmest voice that he needs to SIT DOWN in the corner b/c there is a mess we need to have cleaned. So he sat. And stayed sitting while the custodian did a quick mop up and tried to sanitize a little. As soon as the custodian left though, he was pounding on the door again which required four large men to keep it shut and he was still managing to move them.
at this point I think he needs to go to the psychiatric unit. he's a danger to himself and to others and we need a more secure situation.
He actually transferred really smoothly. The paramedics came in. Thankfully they listened to me and let me lead him out and sit on the stretcher with him. He rode nicely in the ambulance. Almost comatose like. But as soon as we got him into a room in the hospital, he throws a chair out of the blue...which hit a nurse in the face...so her nose is bleeding...my "student" is screaming bloody murder as blood freaks him out. He's scratching himself to bits and grabbing at me, so now I'm covered in blood.
it was insanity.
finally he had to be restrained and medicated. It was sad. But in a way it needed to happen for mom to see that it's time to think about permanent placement. He's too volatile...sweet as he can be...but unstable.
it was a long dang day. I have a bruises all over my arms and legs...but I survived!!!
how's THAT for drama?! Would y'all believe that I've had similar situations in the past...eerily similar actually.
just another day in the life!!!
You absolutely OUTDID yourself. It's artwork. I just love it. Really, wow!
Okay...well...we have a rather large student...nearly 6' 4 and probably 375 pounds....and then some. He's just a great big person. He's profoundly autistic and prone to bouts of violence. He doesn't know his own strength. So imagine a six year old in that body having a temper tantrum. He can snap metal scissors in half like it's cardboard.
He showed up at school yesterday having shredded all of his clothing while on the private van that takes him to and from school. Including his shoes. He also shredded the inside of the van...tore out the ceiling and the seats. Not having a good morning. We were called and I went out to meet him as I know him well and can usually get him back on track. I opened the door to the van and he's nekkid as a jaybird. He says to me...
"hi...I'm naked."
clearly.
He seems okay though, a little more calm than I was expecting. I called for sheets and stuff to be brought out...along with the very large custodian we have who helps out in situations where we need some heavy backup!
I got him wrapped up and covered and he walked calmly into the building with me all the way to the "calming down room"...(aka Padded room). We got him in there and he sat down. For about ten minutes. Then he wanted out. So he's pounding on the door...that we can't lock by law. So we've got the custodian, two male aides and the consulting psychiatrist holding the door.
He also wee'd all over the floor...wee'd on the observation window. And I can't have him in there with urine on the floor. But we can't open the door. Somehow I manage to get his attention and tell him in my firmest voice that he needs to SIT DOWN in the corner b/c there is a mess we need to have cleaned. So he sat. And stayed sitting while the custodian did a quick mop up and tried to sanitize a little. As soon as the custodian left though, he was pounding on the door again which required four large men to keep it shut and he was still managing to move them.
at this point I think he needs to go to the psychiatric unit. he's a danger to himself and to others and we need a more secure situation.
He actually transferred really smoothly. The paramedics came in. Thankfully they listened to me and let me lead him out and sit on the stretcher with him. He rode nicely in the ambulance. Almost comatose like. But as soon as we got him into a room in the hospital, he throws a chair out of the blue...which hit a nurse in the face...so her nose is bleeding...my "student" is screaming bloody murder as blood freaks him out. He's scratching himself to bits and grabbing at me, so now I'm covered in blood.
it was insanity.
finally he had to be restrained and medicated. It was sad. But in a way it needed to happen for mom to see that it's time to think about permanent placement. He's too volatile...sweet as he can be...but unstable.
it was a long dang day. I have a bruises all over my arms and legs...but I survived!!!
how's THAT for drama?! Would y'all believe that I've had similar situations in the past...eerily similar actually.
just another day in the life!!!
the skort! 
enough said!
I feel like a nervous wreck! 
THE PRESSURE!!
......I had no idea! 
I am so glad you are ok! I worked at a group home for severely autistic kids when I was in college. We had "interesting" days like that but none that involved me...thank goodness! over that website you recommended (fat quarter shop). Seriously, I think I am headed in that direction in terms of using quilting fabric to make all of your wonderful creations. So, here comes my question. If I want to make two twirl skirts (size 5 or 6) or two stripwork jumpers, can I buy a Jolly Patch that has 40 9" x 11" pieces. And maybe buy a yard or two of coordinating fabric, (plus I will need lining fabric etc.) Do you think that would work???? I just want to make sure I have enough fabric. Thanks!!!! 
Miss Cammie
OK I got on here to ask Carla C a question! I am absolutely drooling
Here is what I am looking at specifically cause its on sale:
http://www.fatquartershop.com/store/stores_app/Browse_Item_Details.asp?sid=2974632140532974&Store_id=499&page_id=23&Item_ID=19432&Parent_Ids=
I made this outfit using a charm pack (of 37 5" squares) and a couple of yards of coordinating fabric. I enlarged your size 8 Simply Sweet to fit my DD (who is a Sz 12/14)
OK I got on here to ask Carla C a question! I am absolutely drooling
Here is what I am looking at specifically cause its on sale:
http://www.fatquartershop.com/store/stores_app/Browse_Item_Details.asp?sid=2974632140532974&Store_id=499&page_id=23&Item_ID=19432&Parent_Ids=
I made this outfit using a charm pack (of 37 5" squares) and a couple of yards of coordinating fabric. I enlarged your size 8 Simply Sweet to fit my DD (who is a Sz 12/14)
Love those! I really like Pinocchio-love the "clean" look of the white top!Hi everyone! I used to visit daily but have been away for a while. wanted to say hello and share 3 new things I finished since I was away.
Getting ready for that next trip!
The skirts both have some appliques on the back as well. I am off to catch up on everyone!
Lori
Great "save" on the skort! I think a polo would look cute with the skort.
So glad we have skilled professionals like you to deal with situations like that. I think I would have run and hid in a closet. Hopefully this young man will get the treatment he needs.
OH, you know I couldn't leave that easily right...Yesterday, after battling the ants once again, I decided to clean out my car. Now my car, God love it, is 12 years old. It is falling apart. There is very little wrong w/ it mechanically but the seats are tearing and the headliners falling down and the carpet is practically gone! But it is paid for and it's mine and it was the first new car I ever bought , when I was in the stationed in GE and I have sentimental attachment to it. We have been planning on getting a new car for almost 2 years. Most of you know about the struggles we went through the last two years w/ my family's business but suffice it to say we were unable to do so. Once again we have plans to buy a new car. Our goal is to do so in late august/early september. BUT I got a hair up my skirt to buy seat covers, a steering wheel cover and some floor mats. I then went to the carwash, had it washed and vacuumed. went home put on the seat and steering wheel covers, put down the floor mats and armorall the dash and console etc... It felt REALLY good to be in car and it hadn't for a long time. I always felt a bit embarrassed to be seen in it. But now it felt practically brand new (to me at least, Mac said "okay, but you are LYING to yourself"...he might not live to see 10-which is sad cause it's only 17 days away!!) So last night we're in the nice re-furbished car w/ the windows down, we cruise out to the boat docks to watch the sun set on the Gulf. The weathers nice, no bugs -which doesn't happen often in FL. It was nice family time. Driving back home a coyote runs full speed into the side of my car and keeps running. Brandon saw it running toward us and SCREAMED at me but I had a (rather large) truck on my tail (I drive a honda civic 2 door) and full on traffic coming toward us so there was little I could do. It hit my car spun around and kept on running (FULL SPEED) across the other lane of traffic and into the woods. I was so freaked out. And now my car that I spent so much time on is crunched!!! The whole front quarter panel is crushed in and my driver side door doesn't open all the way....JUST MY LUCK!!!
...t.
you did good mom!
I hope everything goes well, we'll be thinking of you.
finally he had to be restrained and medicated. It was sad. But in a way it needed to happen for mom to see that it's time to think about permanent placement. He's too volatile...sweet as he can be...but unstable.
it was a long dang day. I have a bruises all over my arms and legs...but I survived!!!
how's THAT for drama?! Would y'all believe that I've had similar situations in the past...eerily similar actually.
just another day in the life!!!
Oh Miss Cammie I wish you could meet my DD. She is the sweetest girl and I am hoping she stays that way!
So you would suggest I use one or two sets of 40 FQ? Plus a yard ( 1/2 for each skirt) for the waist band plus extra patches, in order to do two twirl skirts. 
