Cats "Fun-Friday Tip"....AURIfil thread & Fabric Markers

Hey quilter's....hope all is well & enjoying spring break. I've been working on my Christmas designs and been testing some fabric markers. I have to say, I fell in love with this brand & quality. They not only coordinate with my AURIfil thread that I'm using but the "dual tip" make writing a breeze. I tested in warm water in "washing machine"even with some whites and they did not "bleed." Don't know if you need to go that extreme but you know me my "OCD" aka Only Cat Does, kicks in a lot! :-) The convenience of the dual tip is what I love. I was needing to do some accents around the fabric by hand & these fabric markers made it easy. The dual tips, brush & extra-fine tip worked perfectly so I had to share! (Always follow manufactures directions when using)

It's always a great day while sewing with AURIfil thread!

Tip: these markers will be used on my "Christmas Quilt-a-long w/Cat" so if you don't already have some, I purchased these at "Walmart."

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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"Calories Count & So Do You!" Inspirational quote!

Hey everyone....we'll we're off to a start of a new week....new inspirations to help keep us on target. Recently, someone said "she wasn't anybody" and I have to say it hit home. Sometimes we are too hard on ourselves and we need to remember we are human. I've had to take my own advice on several occasions. We don't plan the day to upset someone or make mistakes. Life is full of challenges and we need to remember if something bad happened "yesterday" it won't happen "today" 'cause we are now aware of the situation...whatever it may be.
I've had several sweet emails for my "weight loss journey" & first have to say "thank you" & please keep us in your thoughts & prayers. It doesn't matter if you need to loose 5 or 10 pds. or none at all....it's all about motivating each other. I know without my daughter's help, this journey would be difficult. I also know with the Grace of God that I can get through anything. I love the quote "It's a new day....a new chance to make it right." I'll be posting some "healthi-r recipes" this week. I've been "tweaking" some of my favorites getting ready for the upcoming holiday's. That's usually when I "get off track." So let's do this 2gether & always remember...
"Calories Count & So Do You!
Inspirational quote 4 the week ;-)

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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"Cats Fun-Friday Tip"

Hey quilters....hope you're weekend is off to a great start. A little while ago....while "trying" to thread my sewing machine needle......I realized how bad my eye sight has gotten. I'm not sure if you have that problem yet but I can definitely admit "I do" ;-) The funny thing is I even forgot my own sewing tip on threading the eye of a needle faster! Please try this technique 'cause it actually works. Pic below is how I felt when I finally accomplished the task. I feel that I lost 20 minutes of my life that I will never get back :-) I kept telling myself it's just thread and a needle...you can do this :-)
Anyway...for those of us that do sew with an extra light, I have found out that if you shut your lamp off (not your machine light) you won't have so much glare on your machine to thread your needle. Plus it definitely helps as well to place a white piece of paper behind your needle. This will help you see the "eye of the needle" better. Seems so silly but it definitely works. Well, I hope you have some fun sewing/quilting projects lined up for the weekend. I'm almost done designing my 2020 Quilt-a-long and will be posting soon!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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Thank God....I just threaded my needle!!! :-)

COOKING HEALTHI-R w/ NATURE'S EATS!

Hey everyone....hope all is well. Crazy rainy weather here in Texas! I'm excited to say that I'm collaborating with Nature's Eats products for my "weight loss journey." You'll be seeing some of my original recipes tweaked  healthi-r. I've been on this weight loss journey since last October and I've lost "10 pds." I'd be a bit more excited if I didn't have 40 more pds. to go. Well honestly, 30 is probably more realistic but why shoot low...right? :-)….I'm blessed to have my daughter Nichole as my "life coach." She's always been the one that keeps me motivated....positive & focused! I'm excited to be sharing Nature's Eats products. They are all natural ingredients to use while baking & Cooking. I'm extremely excited 'cause if you know me....baking & cooking brings me joy! I've realized that "loosing weight" does not mean you "sacrifice taste"...it's all about using the "right ingredients."...#NaturesEats! So wish me luck....say a few prayers....send me positive thoughts to keep me focused. It'll be a long journey but I'm extremely positive about this new chapter in my life!....#Cat'sCookingHealthi-R w/Nature's Eats!
 Positive note....amazing healthy recipes to take to functions, aka...."Quilt Meetings." :-)

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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Products I love!

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"HEALTHY GRANOLA TO EAT WHILE QUILTING w/ AURIfil THREAD"

Hey quilters....hope you're enjoying your Saturday. I just posted on my cooking blog a "healthy granola" recipe. I know if you're like me snacking and quilting go hand and hand. Hard habit to break and please email me your success tips if you don't do this :-) I named the recipe..."Be still my heart granola" after my grandson Davin. Pop on over to my cooking blog for the sweet story and recipe.
My 2020 Christmas Quilt-a-long is almost finished....keep checking in!
Have a wonderful quilting weekend!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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"Be still my heart granola"

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"AURIfil thread & CHOCOLATE COVERED VEGGIES 4 VALENTINE'S DAY!"

Hey quilters....hope all is going well & you're staying warm or if you're in Texas...Dry! We've had some crazy weather lately....5 inches of rain within 2 days. If I could only bottle some up for our hot days! Well....Valentine's Day is upon us and if you need a "sweet gift" for a fellow quilter, I've got you covered! Chocolate covered veggies that is! Plus, I fully believe in "gifting" my favorite AURIfil thread. (pic has red 50 weight #2260 & pink 50 weight #2588)….AURIfil has so many weights and hues to choose so you cannot go wrong with this gift idea! The veggies I used were radishes, carrot & almond slices. All the recipes were used with sugar free chocolate and you can view all steps on my cooking blog. This is a fun, sweet gift for any crafter!
Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!

Blessed Quilting from my Home to Yours,
Cat
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"ROOSTER = WELCOME"

Hey quilter's....hope your week is off to a great start. Recently I posted on my cooking and décor blog..."Rooster = Welcome...no matter what style." It made me think back to some amazing quilt shows I've attended. Quilting has developed into modern art and the techniques used are stunning. I love roosters and have them incorporated through out my home. I would love to "someday" design a rooster pillow. Yes, I believe that is on my list for this year....right after I finish my Christmas quilt-a-long for 2020! In the meantime below are some pics of rooster quilt art that I googled and a pattern if you'd like to start a rooster project. Some of the techniques used appear to be paper pieced and raw edge appliqued....my favorite!
Have a great week & check back soon!

Blessed Quilting from my Home to Yours,
Cat
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