A lot of fuss has been made about the First Dog Bo Obama’s first snowfall this past week, and for good reason: Dogs and snow are a lot of fun to watch!
The presidential pooch, a one year old Portuguese Water Dog, romped around the grounds of the White House with reporters and photographs capturing his every move. He played fetch and took breaks to investigate the white stuff.
Are you or someone you love a Bo fan? Check out some cute stocking stuffer and gift ideas!
~ Bo Obama Official Ty Beanie Baby
~ First Dog
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I awoke this morning to snow on the ground and more snow falling from the sky.  It was only a light covering and soon was over.  Yet, the snow midst the autumn leaves, created a picturesque aura to the world.
Children cried out with glee, “Snow!  Snow!” as they skipped to the school bus midst the whiteness.  Their anticipation of snowy fun at recess and more when they got home was delightful to see.  The youngsters’ excitement is contageous, and we can’t help but smile and find our day brightened even though we may have visions of shoveling and bundling in …read more

Snow and Ice

The snow and ice storm that hit New Hampshire (where I live) last week brings to mind designs for winter quilts and fabric art.  I wondered, “Are there many snow flake designs?  Have quilters made winter scenic landscapes?”
What types of winter quilts and fabric art designs have you made depicting winter?  Let me know where you have some photos posted of your work and I’ll visit your blog or web site.
(Amity Home image)

The first big snow storm of the season bombarded New Hampshire (USA) today, rather late in the season this year, but making for a day with schools closed, as well as some businesses. 
                                       It’s a good time to delve into my quilting projects. 
Since I didn’t have time for anything too complex or lengthy, I got out my fabric postcards.  These are ideal projects to work on when I don’t have much time.  I also can take them with me when my husband and I travel.
I’m doing the “easy” version of fabric postcards…using fabric with scenes or patchwork printed on it.  I then …read more