Well, I think we can officially say that this Fall season has been keeping us busy! On Halloween we had over 150 trick-or-treaters come through, which is always a fun time. Other Fall activities have included a big get-together that our friends and family lovingly call the “Donut Party.” The name pretty much says it all. The star of the show is my mom’s homemade donuts, made completely from scratch. And when I say from scratch, I mean it. No biscuit dough here! Just good old-fashioned homemade donuts that are worth every bit of the work.
If you haven’t been to Missouri Star Quilt Co. in Hamilton, Missouri, it’s amazing! It’s home to 17+ quilt shops, restaurants, retreat center, and so much more! Click here to learn more! Also, check out these donuts from our donut party!!
We are also deep into high school football playoffs, which is so exciting! Our team is in the Elite Eight this weekend. Go Wolves! We have had a million other fun things happening too – family dinners, decorating for Christmas, a big out-of-town wedding, spent some time in downtown Hamilton, and so much more. Busy, busy, busy!
But here’s the thing. Even with all that going on, I still managed to squeeze in some sewing time. I made a quilt label, finished some binding, altered two sweatshirts, embroidered some adorable black cats onto a denim jacket, and, most importantly, spent a little time just enjoying myself in the sewing room.
My beautiful daughter showing off her denim jacket with the cat embroidery. See right above her pocket. There are other cats that are on the back and bottom, but silly me, I didn’t get them in the photo!
Sewing Is More Than Just Making Something
I think it’s easy to let sewing become another item on our never-ending to-do list. We have projects to finish, gifts to make, deadlines to meet, and ideas we’d love to try. Before we know it, even our favorite hobby can start feeling like one more responsibility.
But sewing is supposed to be fun! It’s a creative outlet, a chance to slow down, and sometimes just a little bit of therapy. There’s something about sitting down at the sewing machine, picking out fabrics, or working on a project with your hands that lets your brain take a much-needed break from everything else.
And you don’t have to finish an entire quilt to feel like you’ve accomplished something. Sometimes it’s enough to sew a few blocks, stitch on a binding, organize some fabric, or work on a little project that makes you happy. Even 20 or 30 minutes in the sewing room can make a difference.
I also think there’s something special about making something with your own two hands. We live in a world where everything moves so quickly, and it’s nice to have something tangible to show for our time. A finished quilt, a handmade gift, or even a silly little embroidered black cat can bring a whole lot of happiness!
Make Room for the Things That Make You Happy
As we head into the holiday season, I know things aren’t going to get any less busy. There will be decorating, shopping, cooking, family gatherings, and probably a few more things that I haven’t even thought of yet. But I’m going to do my best to keep making time for sewing.
I don’t want to get to January and realize I spent the entire holiday season running around taking care of everyone and everything without taking a little time for myself.
Next up, I’ll be making a few more Christmas quilts. I have some ideas brewing, and I’m ready to get some festive fabrics out on the cutting table.
Now I want to hear from you! What are your favorite go-to patterns for Christmas quilts? Do you have a tried-and-true pattern that you make over and over again, or do you like to try something new every year? And just as importantly, how do you make time for sewing when life gets extra busy?
I’d love to hear what you’re working on!
Until next time,
Beth
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