I did manage to finish my Edwardian gown sewn by hand. I do see some changes that I would certainly make, especially if I knew what I was doing. I love how the front looks, I’m not as thrilled by the back. I think I am going to try to add some to the waist to get things to be a little more flattering. This is made of cotton muslin, dyed with Rit wine dye, and with sequins added for interest.

There are two free learning opportunities coming up this week, the Quilter’s Life Summit and the Eco-Creative Summit. The first can be found here: https://the-quilters-life-summit-spring-2026.heysummit.com/?ac=UVJEWwz8&sc=qTK9onZv

https://events.hobbyscool.com/2026-eco-creative-registration-page/?affiliate=byheidigrace

I do not have any affiliation with either of these events. I plan on attending both for free and not upgrading to the paid method. I do attempt to support the events by supporting the presenters when and where I am able to.

My bead weaving class went amazingly last weekend. Everyone was amazing, I love how their projects turned out. I did focus on making sure that the materials I brought are somewhat organized once I got them home. I ensured that I have my materials for the May 30th Tapestry weaving class are mostly in one place, along with the bead weaving materials for the September class.

I do have a shed for my gardening equipment, however, I have to put it up before I can store my supplies in there…that is not going to happen for a couple of weeks at least. I did get some clover and shade wildflowers seeds scattered, and they started to poke their first 2 leaves up, unfortunately it started snowing this morning so I hope that the little bit of peat I put down will cover them enough to survive.

Sorry for the short post, I am focused on other things this week. When I have some spare time I am working on cutting out some pattern pieces for a couple of projects I hope to work on later this spring and summer. I am hoping to make a couple of memorial banners for family members before Thursday, as well as one or two sample blocks for my cousin. I believe that I managed to finish most of my pattern cutting done and will put them away before I pull out my Embroidery Machine.

Remember to Live Life a Little More Abstract.