Slow-Going; Little Sewing

I tried. I really, really tried to again get into piecing the improv quilt that's been on my design wall for several weeks. I'm feeling the disappointment that comes from an inability to "get it right." 

Here's an honest picture of how it's going. 

Ugh. Not well. I'm thinking to take it down so I don't have to stare failure in the face. 

Avoiding sewing altogether, I've been round loom knitting. Ah yes... something that is turning out.  

Two more cute "Tiny Dolls" made using Denise's (loomahat.com) YouTube video. It's interesting to me how using two strands of "super-soft yarn" and a little too much Cluster Stuff poly fill (from Hobby Lobby), made one of them a tiche taller than the other. 

Then, my friend Sherry @otterbeequilting let me know that Denise has a Teddy Bear YouTube video, and I was all-in on that one. Teddy sits 5½" tall, and loves my braided rag rug. 

All the stuffies I've been making have come off a 24-peg round loom, and are filled with Cluster Stuff. I plan to donate these to the local police department who will give them to kids who need comforting. 

It's slow-going on the rug. I'm up to braiding/weaving with 16 strands, and it now measures 60" long. I'm still using only upcycled clothing, leftover garment-making fabrics, and bed sheets. 

Don't forget that if you're interested in learning "Braided Rag Rugs," Ilka White (of Australia) is offering a six-hour workshop (over two days) in April. Go here for more information. Her workshop is how I learned!

I'm trying to get all my ducks in a row in anticipation of the rest of February, which is turning out to be packed with exciting activities - Central Florida MQG meeting (and me writing the monthly member newslettter); QuiltCon in less than two weeks; houseguests; and presenting a program and workshop to South Florida MQG.

Though "going" won't be slow, sewing will no doubt remain "little." Linda