July Notes from the She Shed & Homefront
July Notes from the She Shed & Homefront
July has been a whirlwind here on the home front—and not just because of the summer storms! We’re knee-deep in our kitchen renovation, and things are finally taking shape. My husband (a true wiring wizard) tackled the electrical like a pro. We’ve got insulation in, old linoleum torn out, and the floors leveled smooth. I’m extra thankful we ordered the appliances early—two arrived damaged and had to be sent back, but we’re back on track. The backsplash tile and countertops are picked, the wall paint color is chosen, and drywall is going up this week. Cabinets arrive next week—paintbrushes at the ready!
Of course, summer in the mountains wouldn’t be complete without a few booming thunderstorms. I love the rain, but we had some not-so-lovely surprises when our basement took on water—twice! We’ve lived here a long time, but the runoff from the hill behind us seems to have found a new route: straight to our back door. We ended up stacking block walls to guide the water around the house. It’s not picture-perfect, but it’s keeping the basement dry—for now, that’s all that matters.
Over in the she shed, things are blooming creatively. I finished piecing my Patriotic Eagle quilt (the one I mentioned last month), and I can’t wait to start quilting it—red, white, and beautifully bold. I’ve also been playing with a new neutral colorway for my “Giraffish” fabric collection. This version tones things down from the playful pinks, offering a softer, more earthy palette. I’m refining the matching baby quilt pattern and getting it ready for print. Even more exciting—I submitted this collection, plus two others, to a fabric company this month. Fingers crossed!
And speaking of exciting… my Etsy shop had its first international custom order! A sweet bride-to-be reached out for a small, embroidered rope bowl to carry the rings at her wedding. We worked together to choose just the right design in her colors—sage green, cream, and gold. It turned out beautifully, and I can’t wait to see how it looks in her wedding photos. Such a joy to be part of her special day from across the globe.
Thanks for following along with all the adventures—from muddy hillsides to fabric dreams. I’m grateful for every step of the journey.